- Volunteering with youth sports programs as a volunteer coach
- Volunteering with youth at various schools
- Community Cleanup
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
Willie T. Grandison Jr.
Copperas Cove
Summary
Professional military leader with extensive experience in leadership and operational management. Demonstrates strong focus on team collaboration and mission success, adapting effectively to changing needs. Skilled in strategic planning, personnel development, and conflict resolution, ensuring reliable and efficient outcomes. Recognized for strong organizational skills and results-driven approach in high-pressure environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
COMMAND SERGEANT MAJOR, UNITED STATES ARMY
U. S. ARMY
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Command Sergeant Major for 542 Soldiers and 72 Civilians for a Basic Combat Training Support Unit. I supervised five companies to include range, medical, and educational support to over 50,000 trainees a year. I was on call 24/7 to respond to suicides, deaths, family emergencies, Soldier injuries, are whatever may arise. I had to conduct Battlefield circulation to ensure unit morale for all Soldiers and Civilians daily.
- DATES: 18 OCTOBER 1989 – 28 FEBRUARY 2021
Chief Human Resource SGM
08.2015 - 01.2017
- Chief Human Resource Sergeant Major for Korea, supporting over 37,000 U. S. Forces, Korean Soldiers, and Civilians dispersed across the Korean peninsula. Advisor to a 3-star General on all enlisted personnel and readiness. Liaison between all entities to fill gaps in essential HR services and support. Coordinated evacuation plans and entry plans in case of escalation between North and South Korea. Managed and directly supervised 77 personnel.
Chief Human Resource SGM
08.2014 - 01.2015
- Chief Human Resource Sergeant Major (Germany) for a forward-deployed theater signal command geographically dispersed throughout five European countries and the Middle East, consisting of 1900 Soldiers, Civilians, and Local Nationals. Managed 9 Soldiers and 10 Civilians. As the Enlisted advisor, I provided consultation to subordinate CMD teams, between higher CMDs concerning proposed initiatives and procedures.
Education
MASTER’S DEGREE - HUMAN RESOURCES
TRIDENT UNIVERSITY
01.2012
BACHELOR’S DEGREE - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
UPPER IOWA UNIVERSITY
01.2009
Skills
- Great communication skills
- Problem Solver
- Critical Thinker
- Leadership
- Integrity
- Team player
- Operational planning
- Personnel management
- Discipline and focus
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 680 staff members.
Affiliations
Association of the United States Army (AUSA)
Adjutant General Corp's Regimental Association (AGCRA)
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
Interests
Timeline
COMMAND SERGEANT MAJOR, UNITED STATES ARMY
U. S. ARMY
01.2018 - 01.2020
Chief Human Resource SGM
08.2015 - 01.2017
Chief Human Resource SGM
08.2014 - 01.2015
BACHELOR’S DEGREE - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
UPPER IOWA UNIVERSITY
MASTER’S DEGREE - HUMAN RESOURCES
TRIDENT UNIVERSITY
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