Manager Former Military

Sam Sterling
604 Harmony Lane
Pleasantville, CA 94588
(925) 555-1234

MANAGER • SUPERVISOR • TEAM LEADER

· Self-motivated, individual with exceptional leadership, organizational and supervisory skills, encompassing key values of integrity, honesty, appreciation, teamwork, growth and results-orientation with an eye toward continuous improvement.
· Respected team leader with excellent interpersonal skills. Interact well with individuals from diverse cultures and all professional levels. Teach, train, mentor, motivate and evaluate personnel to achieve the highest quality standards.
· Lead special projects and provide strategic insight into operations. Effectively manage and prioritize multiple responsibilities. Ensure adherence to policies and procedures to achieve objectives in safety, quality, production, good manufacturing practices and cost.
· Knowledgeable in:
· Personnel Supervision
· Records and Information Management
· Problem Resolution
· Human Relations
· Principles of Instruction
· Office Administration
· Organizational Management
· Mechanical Maintenance
· First Aid
· Field Management
· Hazardous Material Handling
· Military Science

EXPERIENCE

United States Army
1984 – 2004
Master Sergeant (1999 – 2004)
Specialist Fourth Class (1985 – 1987)
Sergeant First Class (1994 – 1999)
Private First Class (1985)
Staff Sergeant (1989 – 1994)
Private Second Class (1984 – 1985)
Sergeant (1987 – 1989)
(Honorable Discharge, 2004)
· Fast-track promotions in recognition of leadership, valor, discipline, and attainment of highest test scores.

Senior Military Science Instructor, Slippery Rock University (ROTC)
· Managed ROTC program for 4 years. Trained cadets in military subjects with emphasis on land navigation, first aid, small unit tactics, marksmanship, physical fitness, drill and ceremony. Coordinated and implemented all field training exercises. Led Slippery Rock ROTC to top 10% ranking nationwide. Led Ranger Challenge Team to finish in the top 1 or 2 position in each of three years.

First Sergeant, Ft. Jackson, South Carolina
· Served as senior enlisted soldier of Basic Combat Training Company consisting of 18 cadre, which trained approximately 240 Initial Entry Training Soldiers every 9-week cycle. Provided continuous guidance, counseling and assistance to permanent party and Initial Entry Training Soldiers. Served as Master Trainer; organized and directed Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Program. Supervised all company personnel, logistics and administration.

Senior First Sergeant, Drill Sergeant, Ft. Jackson, South Carolina
· For 3 years, trained 55 initial entry soldiers in each 8-week cycle to become highly motivated, skilled and physically fit. Directed logistics and administrative support; monitored discipline and morale.

Platoon Sergeant, Ranger Squad Leader, Team Leader, 7 years, Ft. Lewis, Washington

Instructor / Squad Leader, 4 years, Ft. Benning, Georgia

PERFORMANCE REMARKS

· Consummate team player
· Sets standard for personal and professional conduct
· Consistently sound judgment; works long, hard hours
· A master at training and developing personnel
· Highest degree of loyalty, integrity and competence
· Superior physical stamina and mental toughness
· Instills skill, spirit to achieve and a winning attitude
· Possess diverse skill set: smart, hands-on, tough
· Meticulous attention to detail
· Prolific problem-solver; outstanding planner/organizer
· Obtains maximum results in personnel’s performance
· Accomplishes assigned tasks with superb results
· Makes safety decisions in best interest of personnel while maximizing training efforts

CERTIFICATION / AWARDS

Emergency Medical Technician, National Registry of EMT
HazMat Certification
Recipient of numerous performance awards including Bronze Star for Valor and Purple Heart

EDUCATION / TRAINING

U.S. Army Training included:
School of Cadet Command
Long Range Surveillance Leader
Ranger / Airborne
Drill Sergeant
Basic Noncommissioned Officer
Infantryman / Pathfinder
Combat Lifesaver Training
Advanced Noncommissioned Officer
Primary Leadership Development
Military Freefall Jumpmaster
Packaging of Hazardous Materials for Transportation
Instructor / Trainer
Outward Bound, Certified Trainer (Group Training as well as One-on-One)

Graduate, 1984, Hickory High School – Hermitage, Pennsylvania

Jane Roqueplot - info@janecos.com - http://www.janecos.com