David Maness
Hayden
Summary
Dynamic Team Sergeant with extensive experience in the US Army, excelling in personnel supervision and budget management. Proven track record of enhancing team performance through effective training and mentorship. Skilled in conflict resolution and strategic planning, fostering collaboration and achieving mission success under pressure. Committed to maintaining safety and operational excellence.
Results-driven military professional with extensive leadership experience in high-pressure environments. Proven ability to enhance team performance and achieve strategic objectives. Known for exceptional collaboration and adaptability.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Sergeant
US Army
05.2011 - 01.2017
- Led cross-functional projects to successful completion, ensuring timely delivery and meeting project objectives.
- Successfully completed high-stakes missions under challenging circumstances while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Oversaw budgetary planning and management of resources to maximize financial efficiency within the team operations and missions.
- Coordinated logistics for multiple deployments, ensuring seamless transitions between locations and assignments.
- Collaborated with higher ranking officials to establish strategic goals and objectives for the team.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols during field exercises, reducing incidents of injury or accidents.
- Provided valuable mentorship to junior team members, promoting professional growth and development.
- Managed conflict resolution effectively, resulting in a cohesive and collaborative work environment.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective training programs and strategies.
Platoon Sergeant
US Army
03.2005 - 04.2011
- Trained, supervised and organized over 15 soldiers and personnel.
- Enhanced platoon readiness by conducting comprehensive training programs and drills.
- Managed over $1,000,000 worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
- Collaborated with fellow NCOs to develop innovative tactics and strategies, resulting in improved mission outcomes.
- Promoted safety awareness within the platoon, significantly reducing accidents during training exercises and deployments.
- Ensured mission success by effectively overseeing daily operations, personnel assignments, and equipment maintenance.
- Established a strong team dynamic within the platoon through effective communication and leadership strategies.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Evaluated soldier performance regularly, providing constructive feedback that led to overall improvement in individual skills and abilities.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Developed junior leaders through mentorship programs, enhancing their skillsets for future career progression.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments prior to any operation or training exercise for optimal safety measures.
- Enhanced communication skills among troops, facilitating more effective coordination during operations.
Command Driver
US Army
10.2000 - 02.2005
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Developed strong relationships with the Command group, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel consumption.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely.
- Kept detailed logs of mileage and fuel consumption, contributing to accurate record-keeping.
Security Officer
Porterville State Hospital
09.1998 - 10.2000
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored facilities .
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
Mail Clerk
US Army
01.1994 - 01.1998
- Safeguarded sensitive information through proper handling of confidential correspondence.
- Reduced delivery errors by diligently sorting and categorizing mail according to recipient names, departments, and zip codes.
- Maintained a well-organized mailroom, ensuring easy access to materials and efficient workflow for staff members.
Education
No Degree - Senior Leadership Course
Army Course
Ft Lee, VA10-2012
No Degree - SERE School
Army Corse
Fairchild Air Force Base, WA01-2012
No Degree - Advanced Leadership Course
Army Courses
Ft. Lee, Va02-2010
No Degree - PLDC ( Pre-Leadership Developmental Course)
Army Courses
US Army 01-2001
Upper Lake High School
Upper Lake, CA05-1993
Skills
- Collaborative approach
- Motivational techniques
- Personnel supervision
- Staff mentoring
- Workload balancing
- Team management
- Firearms training
- Active shooter training
- De-escalation techniques
- Crime prevention
- Drug interdiction
- Budget management
- First aid administration
- Surveillance planning
- Investigative techniques
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team building and development
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Crowd management
- Physical fitness
- Public relations
Personal Information
Timeline
Team Sergeant
US Army
05.2011 - 01.2017
Platoon Sergeant
US Army
03.2005 - 04.2011
Command Driver
US Army
10.2000 - 02.2005
Security Officer
Porterville State Hospital
09.1998 - 10.2000
Mail Clerk
US Army
01.1994 - 01.1998
No Degree - Senior Leadership Course
Army Course
No Degree - SERE School
Army Corse
No Degree - Advanced Leadership Course
Army Courses
No Degree - PLDC ( Pre-Leadership Developmental Course)
Army Courses
Upper Lake High School
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