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- 1. Tad John Steckler 8014 Molokai Dr. Papillion, NE 68046 USA Email: sapper68s@yahoo.com Home: (701) 269-9099 WORK EXPERIENCE MPRI/Engility (05/21/2010 - Present) - Senior PSO Trainer ACOTA: Various Countries in Africa Supervisor: Jeff Munshaur, ACOTA Country Manager, Ghana, Blackberry: +1-571-314- 3167, Contact: Yes Duties: The African Contingency Operations Training and Assistance Program (ACOTA) is the US Department of States Program to enhance the Peace Support Operations (PSO) capacities of African Nations. As a Senior PSO Soldier Skills Trainer, my responsibilities include the instruction and supervision of PKO (Peace Keeping Operation) soldiers, both officers and enlisted, in necessary skills training for a variety of tasks allowing for their deployment to various African PKOs. This Soldier Skills Training focuses on BRM, CQM, Movement formations and techniques, Infantry squad and platoon battle drills, Convoy operations, CQM/CQB, C-IED, Recon, Checkpoint operations, crowd control, and cordon and search. As a Senior PSO Soldier Skills Trainers I was responsible for ensuring development of POIs, lesson plans, and training support packages for individual and collective training as noted in each ACOTA Program Office (APO) task order. This training supported the preparation of ACOTA partner country soldiers for the rigors of sustained PKO operations in Africa. My tasks also ensure all training scenarios are based on the most current mission area information from Areas of Operation that African PKO battalions and brigades will deploy to. Training involved classroom and field instruction in austere environments. MPRI (05/21/2009 - 05/2010) - Team Leader Kabul, Armed Forces Overseas Afghanistan Supervisor: Jack Strickland 079-387-8551; Contact: Yes Duties: Developed Afghanistan National Army (ANA) Route Reconnaissance and Clearance, Engineer Companies programs of instruction, lesson plans, and training support packages addressing the planning, coordination and execution of operations; Trained and evaluated ANA Route Reconnaissance and Clearance Operations, Counter- Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) and Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) tactics and techniques and procedures as well as in the use and employment of countermine equipment and tactics; Mentored Afghanistan National Army (ANA) leadership on proper maintenance management, readiness and supply accountability of all equipment and facilities; Ensured conformance to contract Statement of Work (SOW), Mission Table of Organization and Equipment (MTOE) and other applicable criteria; Supervised translation of Program of Instruction (POI) from English to Dari; Possess outstanding mastery of the following qualities/skills: management and coordination, leadership, team player, scheduling experience, skill in maintaining effective working relationships with both internal and external customers to serve as a point-of-contact for Troop Ready project issues, written and verbal communications, knowledge of automated systems sufficient to input and retrieve pertinent project information and general understanding of both, United States Army (USA) and Afghanistan National Army (ANA). Eagle Support Services Corporation (08/15/2008 - 05/07/2009) - Lane Safety Operator Supervisor Fort Riley, Kansas United States Supervisor: Rick Weaver, 785-240-1339; Contact:Yes Duties: Supervised 34 Lane Safety Operators in support of the First Brigade, First Infantry Division Transition Team training; Created and Developed all certifications and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and defined areas of responsibility for the Lane Safety Program; Established safety and risk management procedures in operations, training and risks in human performance in order to control or eliminate unsafe physical conditions; Conducted quality assurance inspections; Managed all supply and logistical requirements of four teams that supported 1/5 Field Artillery Battalion and 2/34 Armored Battalion; Conducted monthly inventories that resulted in 100% accountability of all program equipment ; Managed the activities of multiple teams simultaneously; Trained all contractors on tactical and technical knowledge that is required for them to operate with minimum guidance and ensure the safe and effective execution of all ranges and training areas involving a variety of small arms ranges. HSC, First EN BN (02/01/2008 - 02/01/2009) - Intelligence Sergeant Fort Riley, Kansas United States Supervisor: CSM Benton, 785-239-5420; Contact: Yes Duties: Supervised for the care and welfare of over 5 soldiers; Received several green ratings during the last IG Inspection; Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinates increasing productivity of a unit that was reduced personnel by 60%; Organized project activities that required interdepartmental meetings and communication to ensure the accomplishment of the mission tasks; Determined work schedules and procedures for improving unit operations and accountability; Developed and wrote all S-2 Standard Operating Procedures; Coordinated with inspected units/activities and higher command headquarters of First Engineer Battalion; Processed over 100 security packets and background checks. HSC, FIRST ENGINEER BATTALION (03/01/2006 - 01/02/2008) - First Sergeant FORT RILEY, Kansas United States Supervisor: CSM BENTON, 785-239-5420; Contact: Yes Duties: Company First Sergeant Supervised for the care and welfare of over 85 rear detachment soldiers; Supported the logistical requirements to include over 600 deployed soldiers and supporting the forward unit assigned to Operation Iraqi Freedom; Managed all the supply system and logistics of Left Behind Equipment (LBE) with a $72 million inventory of
- 2. equipment; Inspected inventories of five distinct separate companies, with five separate hand receipt holders, accounting for 100% of equipment; Worked with developing and executing a $10 million government contract to maintain approximately 300 vehicles; Over saw daily operation of 20 contractors, while coordinating with company officials; Assessed, AARd and revised policies and procedures as needed to find ways to improve quality, timeliness and efficiency of work; Communicated orally and in writing, advising and briefing the Chief of Staff, Brigade Commander, Battalion Commander and staff on all Engineer requirements, capabilities and mission status; Planned, coordinated and implemented training for combat operations in preparation for deployment and redeployment for the battalion to South West Asia in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (Sept 06 to Oct 07); Conducted direct coordination with division command ADCS and staff on redeployment operations and requirements to include support agencies; Established Battalion coordination of facilities, barracks, COFs, housing and logistic operations for redeploying unit; Responsible for Battalion Enlisted Barracks Utilization report, versed on 1SG Barracks Initiative (FSBI); Coordinated and planned for transportation and redeployment regent training; Responsible for the training, teaching and mentorship of five Officers; Professional development, training, teaching, counseling, discipline and direct supervision of five senior NCOs and seven junior enlisted Soldiers; Reviewed evaluations of Soldiers rated by subordinate supervisors, and took disciplinary actions when needed; Established operational objectives and work plans and delegated assignments to subordinates increasing productivity of a unit that was reduced personnel by 70%; Organized project activities that required interdepartmental meetings and communication to ensure completion of the program/project on schedule and within budget; Determined work schedules and procedures for improving unit operations and accountability; Developed and wrote all Company Standard Operating Procedures; Provided safety program guidance and Inspections for the company, to include barracks, motorpool, mechanical repair, shops, offices, ranges and training areas involving live fires. Battalion (10/01/2004 - 02/01/2006) - Battalion Operations Sergeant Major Fort Riley, Kansas United States Supervisor: LTC Aguilar; Contact: No Duties: Duties; Served as the Senior Enlisted Advisor/Battalion Operations Sergeants Major for a Divisional Modular Combat Effects Engineer Battalion providing direct support to the 1st ID, Fort Riley, Kansas; Supervised the manning, re-sourcing, setup of tactical communications equipment (AN /PRC-152, 117, 119, 148), Command Post of the Future (CPOF) and running of the Battalion Tactical Operations Center for MND-N IED defeat operations; Supervised in the planning, development of Curriculums, Program of Instruction, Memorandum of Instruction and implementation of tactical/ training operations to include land and ammo and range operations; Developed training/course materials, aids, devices, and evaluation of training results focusing on IED defeat; Planned, coordinated and implemented training for IED defeat operations using current motorized equipment (MARKBOT and TALON robot, Remote Control Bobcat); Supervised the management and coordination of training, schools, land and ammo, ranges, communications, facilities, barracks and logistic support for five companies consisting of over 60 Soldiers; Responsible for analyzing, developing and evaluating issues and develop recommendations to resolve substantive problems/ issues of effectiveness and efficiency in training instruction/ operations; Supervised the planning, development, and transformation from a Combat Engineer Battalion to a Modular Combat Effects Battalion; Assessed, AARd and revised policies and procedures as needed to find ways to improve quality, timeliness and efficiency of work; Communicated orally and in writing advising and briefing the Brigade Commander, Battalion Commander and staff on all Engineer requirements, capabilities and mission status; Planned, coordinated and implemented training for IED defeat operations in preparation for deployment and redeployment for the battalion to South West Asia in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (Sept 04 to Oct 06); Conducted direct coordination with division command ADCS and staff on redeployment operations and requirements to include support agencies; Established Battalion coordination of facilities, barracks, COFs, housing and logistic operations for redeploying unit; Responsible for Battalion Enlisted Barracks Utilization report, versed on 1SG Barracks Initiative (FSBI); Coordinated and planned for transportation and redeployment regent training; Responsible for the training, teaching and mentorship of eight Officers; Professional development, training, teaching, counseling, discipline and direct supervision of two senior NCOs and seven junior enlisted Soldiers; Reviewed evaluations of Soldiers rated by subordinate supervisors, and took disciplinary actions when needed; Ensured accountability and care of over $1,000,000 worth of equipment. EDUCATION College/University Metro Community College (02/01/2010 - Current) United States Degree: Major: Entrepreneurship Semester Hours: 57 Description: Currently pursuing AS, Business Management with, Central Texas College (57 hours complete). Expect degree completion within 15 hours. Vocational School Army Manager Development Course (01/01/2002 - 12/15/2002) Fort Riley, Kansas United States Description: Course includes planning, programming and budgeting; manpower management; communications; the Army Environmental Program; equal employment opportunity; professional ethics; internal management control. Vocational School Air Force Equipment Planner Course 1- 2 (08/01/2007 - 08/14/2007) Fort Riley, Kansas United States Description: Training is designed to educate unit movement officers and supervisory personnel in airlift planning and execution of joint airlift operations. Course consists of aircraft weight and balance, load planning principals, aircraft characteristics, and manifesting. Emphasizes the aspects of airlift mobility that are essential to efficient and safe mission accomplishment. Vocational School Army Additional Duty Safety Course ( 01/01/2006- 01/01/2006) Fort Riley, Kansas United States Description: Training is intended to provide managers with contacts, training, tools, and guidance to effectively integrate Composite Risk Management into missions, jobs, and off duty activities. Central Texas College, Camp Howze, Korea, 2003, Management, 45 Credits Florida State University, Fort Clayton, Panama,
- 3. 1992, Police Problems and Practices, 3 Credits Jamestown College, ND, 1987, General Studies, 9 Credits Army Introduction to Defense Reutilization/Marketing Course, 2002 Army Advanced Noncommissioned Officer Course, 2000 Army Drill Sergeant School, 1997 Army Transportation/Stowage Hazard Material, 1996 Marine Corps Staff Noncommissioned Officer Academy Career Nonresident Course, 1995 Army Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course, 1993 Army Warrior Leader Course, 4 weeks, 1991 Army Jungle Warfare School, 4 weeks, 1990 Army Sapper Leader Course, 4 weeks, 1990 Army Air Assault School, 2 weeks, 1989 Army Airborne School, 4 weeks, 1989 SECURITY CLEARANCE Level/Type of Investigation/Date: SECRET / Active / 05/01/2009 AWARDS (1) Soldiers Medal Medal is awarded for risking ones life to save anothers (1) Sergeant Audie Murphy Medal Inducted into the prestigious Audie Murphy Club in 1992 (1) Engineer Defluery Medal Awarded the Bronze De'fleury for significant contributions made to the Engineer Regiment (5) Meritorious Service Medal Awarded for Non-Combat Meritorious Service (4) Army Commendation Medal (6) Army Achievement Medal (1) Valorous Unit Award (1) Meritorious Commendation (1) Army Superior Unit Award (6) Army Good Conduct Medal (2) National Defense Service Medal (1) Kuwait Defense Service Medal (1) Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (1) South West Asia Service Medal w/(2) Bronze Star (1) Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (1) Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (1) Humanitarian Service Medal (3) Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon (1) Army Service Ribbon (2) Overseas Service Ribbon (1) SA Kuwait Liberation Medal (1) KU Kuwait Liberation Medal (1) Drill Sergeant Badge (1) Combat Action Badge (1) Parachute Badge (1) Air Assault Badge