ROBERT DODDS
Mandeville,LA
Summary
15 years of diverse military experience and leadership in the US Army up to Infantry Platoon Sergeant with honorable discharge. Highly motivated and thrives in high stress environments. Works best in a team environment. Highly skilled EMT with Level 1 Adult and Level 2 Pediatric Trauma Center experience and extensive combat medical leadership.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Exercise Specialist
Comprehensive Physical Therapy
Mandeville, LA
03.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop integrated treatment plans for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting programs as necessary under provider supervision to meet evolving rehabilitation goals..
- Coached and demonstrated proper exercise techniques, achieving praise from staff and patients for motivational approach to fitness.
Emergency Medical Technician
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Lebanon, NH
06.2024 - 02.2026
- Emergency Medical Technician at rural, academic Level 1 Adult and Level 2 Pediatric Trauma Center. Involved in numerous QI projects and training new ED Techs.
- Provided emergency medical care during critical situations, ensuring patient safety and effective treatment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient transport and resource allocation.
- Developed and maintained protocols for emergency response, improving overall operational procedures.
- Implemented training programs for junior EMTs, enhancing team competency and response efficiency.
Squad Leader, Sniper Section, Platoon Sergeant
US Army, 1st Stryker BDE, 1-38IN BN
Fort Carson, CO
06.2016 - 01.2023
- Led infantry squads and platoons in tactical operations, ensuring mission success through effective team coordination.
- Deployed to Afghanistan as part of Operation Resolute Support.
- Chosen to provide sniper overwatch for the 2018 Change of Command for NATO's Resolute Support's incoming commander, Gen. Austin S. Miller.
- Team Leader for Guardian Angel missions with DoD contractors in the Kabul region.
- Led operational planning and execution for diverse training exercises, ensuring mission readiness.
- Provided critical input to higher-level decision-makers during strategic planning sessions based on first-hand experiences from field operations.
- Mentored junior soldiers, fostering leadership skills and promoting professional development within the squad
Squad Automatic Weapon gunner and Fire Team Leader
US Army, 173rd ABN BDE, B Co
Caserma Ederle, Italy
04.2014 - 05.2016
- Assigned as Squad Automatic Weapon gunner April 2014.
- Moved to Fire Team Leader Dec. 2014.
- Led tactical operations, ensuring mission success through strategic planning and execution of infantry maneuvers.
- Coordinated training exercises, enhancing team readiness and operational effectiveness in diverse environments.
- Deployed to Ukraine in 2015 as part of Operation Fearless Guardian.
- Trained Ukrainian Army soldiers as head counter IED specialist.
US Army Infantryman, Airborne
US Army
Fort Benning, GA And Fort Bragg, NC
09.2012 - 04.2014
- Reclassed to 11B, Infantryman September 2012.
- Attended Airborne School February 2013.
- Attended US Army Special Forces Assessment and Selection (SFAS) in April 2013. Status: Selected.
- After SFAS, started the Special Forces Qualification Course.
- Injured in October 2013, medically dropped from the SFQC April 2014.
US Army as Supply Specialist, Reclassed to Civil Affairs Specialist
US Army, 404th Civil Affairs Battalion, B Co
Fort Dix, NJ
03.2008 - 09.2012
- Deployed as part of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), 2010
- Facilitated communication between military units and civilian authorities, fostering collaboration.
- Served as both vehicle gunner and rifleman attached to an Infantry Company in OEF.
- Coordinated civil-military operations to enhance community engagement and collaboration.
Squad Leader, Sniper Section, Platoon Sergeant
US Army, 1st Stryker BDE, 1-38IN BN
Fort Carson, CO
06.2016 - 05.2018
- Earned the Expert Infantryman's Badge (EIB).
- Led tactical training exercises to enhance team readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Led infantry squads and platoons in tactical operations, ensuring mission success through effective team coordination.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance squad readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Mentored junior soldiers, fostering leadership skills and promoting professional development within the squad.
- Oversaw maintenance of weapons systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational readiness standards.
- Managed logistical requirements for the squad and platoon, ensuring appropriate equipment allocation and maintenance schedules were followed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL01-2025
AA - General Studies
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL01-2024
Emergency Medical Technician – Basic - EMT-B
NHCPR
12-2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Pocono Mountain West High School
06-2007
Skills
- Tactical leadership
- Team management
- Small unit tactics
- Weapons proficiency
- Vehicle operations
- Field communications
- Equipment management
- Emergency medical techniques
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
- Radio communications
- Training expertise
Awards/Badges
- Purple Heart x1
- Combat Action Badge x1
- Expert Infantryman's Badge
- Army Commendation Medal x6
- Army Achievement Medal x2
Timeline
Exercise Specialist
Comprehensive Physical Therapy
03.2026 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
06.2024 - 02.2026
Squad Leader, Sniper Section, Platoon Sergeant
US Army, 1st Stryker BDE, 1-38IN BN
06.2016 - 01.2023
Squad Leader, Sniper Section, Platoon Sergeant
US Army, 1st Stryker BDE, 1-38IN BN
06.2016 - 05.2018
Squad Automatic Weapon gunner and Fire Team Leader
US Army, 173rd ABN BDE, B Co
04.2014 - 05.2016
US Army Infantryman, Airborne
US Army
09.2012 - 04.2014
US Army as Supply Specialist, Reclassed to Civil Affairs Specialist
US Army, 404th Civil Affairs Battalion, B Co
03.2008 - 09.2012
High School Diploma - undefined
Pocono Mountain West High School
Bachelor of Science - Homeland Security
Columbia Southern University
AA - General Studies
Columbia Southern University
Emergency Medical Technician – Basic - EMT-B
NHCPR