Shermaine Smoot
Talladega,AL
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in military operations and budget analysis. Skilled in logistics coordination and training personnel, consistently achieving optimal results while fostering teamwork, reliability, and discipline within the unit.
Overview
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1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations NCOIC
US Army
Mobile, AL
05.2022 - 06.2025
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with military protocols and efficiency standards.
- Managed budgetary constraints effectively, balancing fiscal responsibility with mission requirements to achieve optimal results.
- Built strong relationships with external partners to foster cooperation on projects of mutual interest.
- Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
- Guided personnel through professional development opportunities by mentoring them during their career progression journey.
- Coordinated logistics for training exercises, optimizing resource allocation and personnel deployment.
Combat Medic
US Army/ National Guard
Mobile, AL
07.1998 - 06.2025
- Administered emergency medical care in high-stress environments to stabilize injured personnel.
- Conducted triage assessments to prioritize treatment based on severity of injuries.
- Trained and mentored junior medics in advanced life support techniques and battlefield medicine protocols.
- Led after-action reviews to assess performance, identify lessons learned, and implement corrective actions.
- Educated military personnel on first aid techniques and preventative medicine practices to reduce injury rates within the unit.
- Increased soldier readiness through regular health screenings, vaccinations, and preventive medicine initiatives.
- Delivered emergency medical treatment at point of wounding on combat battlefields.
- Acted as team leader and took responsibility for scene and unit management to maximize integrated support of patients.
- Attended training classes to maintain certification licensure, keep abreast of new developments in field and maintain existing knowledge.
- Used defibrillators and oxygen tanks during patient care and transport, increasing chances of survival.
- Placed patients on backboards or stretchers to safely load into the ambulance.
Senior Budget Analyst
US Army
Anniston, AL
07.2020 - 05.2022
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for cost savings.
- Streamlined budget review processes, enhancing efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting.
- Developed annual budget proposals aligning with strategic objectives and operational requirements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with federal budgeting regulations.
- Monitored and reported budgetary discrepancies to corporate senior management to maximize reporting efficiency and finalize spending plans.
- Identified and monitored budget expenses for accuracy and signs of fraud.
Readiness NCO
US Army
Ashland, AL
01.2012 - 07.2020
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
Training Non-Commissioned Officer
US Army
Ashland, AL
04.2008 - 01.2012
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance soldier readiness and operational effectiveness.
- Coordinated instructional materials and resources for diverse training environments and audiences.
- Analyzed individual performance metrics to identify strengths and areas for improvement in training methodologies.
- Managed administrative tasks associated with training operations, including scheduling, resource allocation, budgeting, and record keeping.
- Incorporated realistic training scenarios into exercises, preparing troops for real-world missions and challenges.
- Developed strong relationships with external partners, facilitating the sharing of resources and expertise for mutual benefit in training initiatives.
Administrative Non-Commissioned Officer
US Army
Ashland, AL
03.2002 - 04.2008
- Managed daily office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to procedures.
- Organized and maintained physical and digital filing systems for easy retrieval of documents.
- Trained new staff on office protocols, enhancing team productivity and operational efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined administrative tasks and reduced turnaround times.
- Entered data into system and updated Soldier contacts with information to keep records current.
- Safeguarded sensitive information by maintaining strict confidentiality protocols when handling personnel files or company documentation.
- Processed and prepared documents such as business or government forms and expense reports.
- Reduced processing times for expense reports, ensuring timely payments for Soldiers.
Education
Practical Nurse - Nursing
Central Alabama Community College
Childersburg, AL05-1994
Skills
- Military operations
- Alabama Licensed Practical Nurse
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Tactical information management
- Discipline and focus
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organization and time management
- Computer skills
- Multitasking Abilities
- Customer service
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical records management
Certification
- D-SAACP Advocate Level I-Certified Sexual Assault Advocate(SHARP),Military- 2006-2025
- General Industry Safety and Health (OSHA), Military - 2016-2025
- Certified Agency Program Coordinator (APC), Military-2019-2025
- Certified Organizational Defense Travel Administrator(ODTA), Military-2019-2025
- Licensed Practical Nurse- 1994-present
Meritorious Service Award
EXCEPTIONALLY MERITORIOUS SERVICE WHILE SERVING WITH 27 YEARS OF EXCEPTIONAL LEADERSHIP, PROFESSIONAL SKILLS, CEASELESS EFFORTS, AND RESPECT FOR SOLDIERS. SHE DEMONTRATED EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE, INTERGITY, AND OUTSTANDING PERFORMACE WHILE ASSIGNED TO THE 161ST MULTIFUNCTIONAL MEDICAL BATTALION. RETIREMENT, MASTER SARGEANT SMOOT IS RECOGNIZED FOR THE STEADFAST SERVICE AND COMMITMENT THAT REPRESNTS EXEMPLARY SERVICE TO THE NATION, KEEPING WITH THE TRADITIONS OF THE 161ST MULTIFUNCTIONAL MEDICAL BATTALION, THE ALABAMA NATIONAL GUARD, AND THE UNITED STATES ARMY.
Timeline
Operations NCOIC
US Army
05.2022 - 06.2025
Senior Budget Analyst
US Army
07.2020 - 05.2022
Readiness NCO
US Army
01.2012 - 07.2020
Training Non-Commissioned Officer
US Army
04.2008 - 01.2012
Administrative Non-Commissioned Officer
US Army
03.2002 - 04.2008
Combat Medic
US Army/ National Guard
07.1998 - 06.2025
Practical Nurse - Nursing
Central Alabama Community College