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SHALOUNDA NIGHTINGALE

Hampton,VA

Skills

  • Project oversight
  • Multi-source analytical expertise
  • Collaborative team development
  • Professional development
  • Analytical reasoning
  • Strategic advisor
  • Workforce coordination
  • Effective problem resolution

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Summary

Dynamic leader with proven success in building and developing teams of various sizes. Concept-to-execution officer with exceptional change management and communications skills utilized for negotiating resources with competitive stakeholders to deliver process and training enhancements. Intelligence professional in leading over 2,000 personnel. Demonstrates leadership and strategic planning abilities, having successfully guided teams through complex operations and initiatives. Applies critical decision-making and problem-solving skills to drive mission success and operational excellence.

Senior military leader with solid background in leadership and operational strategy. Proven track record of guiding and developing cohesive teams, ensuring mission success, and adapting to evolving challenges. Strong skills in personnel management, conflict resolution, and strategic planning. Known for fostering collaboration and driving measurable results.

Work History

Senior Enlisted Leader

United States Air Force
Langley Air Force Base, VA
01.2022 - 2025
  • 497 Intelligence Surveillance & Reconnaissance Group, Senior Enlisted Leader 2024 – Present
  • Principal advisor on operations, training & personnel management
  • Expertly managed 5 units encompassing 1.4K multi-INT (6 specialties) personnel military operations
  • 36 Intelligence Squadron, Senior Enlisted Leader 2023 – 2024
  • Led 184 multi-INT total-force members in the production of tailored targeting products for full-spectrum
  • Delivered professional development & mentorship to shape organizational strategies
  • Air Combat Command Readiness Division, Superintendent 2022 – 2023
  • Developed & managed over 30 intelligence training courses to support 3K analysts across 190 squadrons across 9 Major Commands.
  • Coordinated with Higher Headquarters & stakeholders to drive initial, intermediate & advanced training to support operational exercises to support Air Combat Command forces across 9 Wings.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulatory compliance within unit activities.

Operations Superintendent

United States Air Force
Shaw Air Force Base, SC
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • 51 Intelligence Squadron, Operations Superintendent 2021 – 2022
  • Delivered Central Command’s targeting arm with 180 multi-INT personnel across 8 specialties
  • Organized manpower to provide 24/7 support with building 5 cross functional teams, resulting in 60% increase in production
  • 20 Fighter Wing, Intelligence Superintendent 2019 – 2021
  • Specialized in adversary air, air defense, space and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance domains, awarded Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance Reconnaissance Team of the Year.
  • Developed training career path to enhance analytical development and certifications

Military Training Leader Superintendent

United States Air Force
Lackland Air Force Base, TX
01.2015 - 01.2019
  • 343 Training Squadron, Military Training Leader Superintendent 2017 – 2019
  • Led the Air Force’s largest technical training site. (1.5K trainees/week)
  • Drove team to develop advanced onsite training saving $5M in travel costs, awarded Air Force Technical School of the Year
  • 344 Training Squadron, Military Training Leader Flight Chief 2015 – 2017
  • Maintained $3M facility with tracking and coordination of over 10K workorders
  • Managed personnel actions with onboarding, records management and performance evaluations

Noncommissioned Officer in Charge

United States Air Force
Hickam Air Force Base, HI
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Pacific Air Force Intelligence Unit Support, Noncommissioned Officer in Charge 2013 – 2015
  • Streamlined PACAF/A2 formal training processes; developed continuity, paced to meet FY15 requirements
  • Arranged formal training for PACAF inbounds for 15 airframes & 3 Air Ops Centers saving $6K in costs.
  • Pacific Air Force Air & Air Defense, Noncommissioned Officer in Charge 2012 – 2013
  • Responsible for providing timely intelligence support to three NAFs, 9 Wings & Senior Intel Officers across the PACOM theater
  • Conducts in-depth research, analysis & dissemination of USPACOM AOR Air & Air Defense-related intelligence.

Education

Chief Leadership Academy -

01.2023

Master of Science - Strategic Leadership

University of Charleston
01.2022

Senior Leadership Professional Military Education - undefined

01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Management

University of Phoenix
01.2017

Associates of Arts - Education & Training Management

Community College of the Air Force
01.2016

Associates of Arts - Information Management

Community College of the Air Force
01.2011

Associates of Arts - Communications Applications Technology

Community College of the Air Force
01.2009

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) (in progress 2026 completion)
  • Professional Management Certification (PMC) (2017)

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