Jacob Benton
Bland,MO
Summary
Dynamic Infantry Platoon Sergeant with the U.S. Army, adept at enhancing combat readiness through rigorous training and tactical leadership. Proven success in personnel management and operational planning, fostering a culture of growth and excellence. Skilled in weapons expertise and team management, ensuring mission success and soldier development.
Professional military leader with history of driving team success through strategic planning and disciplined execution. Known for fostering collaboration and adaptability to meet dynamic operational needs. Proven skills in leadership, tactical operations, and effective communication.
Diligent individual with extensive leadership experience in high-pressure environments. Led teams effectively, ensuring mission success through strategic planning and resource management. Demonstrated expertise in tactical execution and team cohesion. Professional leader with strong background in military operations and team management. Expertise in tactical planning, training, and mission execution. Known for reliability, adaptability, and fostering effective collaboration within teams. Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills tailored to dynamic environments. Self-motivated Platoon Sergeant with strong combat and supervisory skills. Conducts extensive inspections, tracking garrison inventory and maintaining defense readiness. Works well with peers, sergeants and commanders.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
U.S. Army Active Duty
08.2002 - 03.2024
- Enhanced unit readiness by conducting rigorous training exercises and maintaining strict adherence to standards.
- Managed personnel administration tasks such as evaluations, promotions, awards recommendations, leave requests, and disciplinary actions to maintain a well-organized platoon structure.
- Coordinated logistical support for the platoon during deployments to ensure timely resupply of ammunition, food, water, fuel, and medical supplies.
- Promoted a culture of personal and professional growth by encouraging soldiers to pursue advanced military education opportunities and civilian certifications relevant to their career goals.
- Trained, supervised and organized over 2,000 soldiers and personnel.
- Managed over $10 million worth of equipment during garrison and deployment operations.
- Increased situational awareness for commanders by providing real-time intelligence updates on enemy positions during reconnaissance patrols.
- Expedited decision-making processes for higher headquarters with accurate reporting on various aspects of battlefield conditions including enemy activity patterns and terrain analysis.
- Elevated physical fitness standards within the platoon by designing and implementing challenging training programs that focused on strength, endurance, and functional movement.
- Contributed to overall mission readiness through meticulous attention to detail during administrative tasks such as preparing operation orders or maintaining personnel records.
- Enabled seamless integration with allied forces by fostering strong relationships between multinational partners during joint operations or training events.
- Leveraged superior knowledge of tactics to advise junior leaders in the execution of complex battle drills such as ambushes or raids against enemy targets.
- Fostered an environment of mutual respect and trust among diverse team members by modeling exemplary behavior, open communication, and empathy towards individual challenges.
- Maximized unit combat effectiveness through diligent maintenance of weapons systems, vehicles, communication gear, and other essential equipment.
- Instructed infantry skills at service schools and combat training centers.
- Led unit in field exercises and operations.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Sustained 100% accountability of personnel and equipment by implementing comprehensive inventory management systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Powersports
State Technical College of Missouri
Mo05-2026
Skills
- Combat readiness
- Field training
- Tactical leadership
- Weapons expertise
- Team management
- Patrolling techniques
- Physical fitness
- Operational planning
- Land navigation
- Vehicle operations
- Urban warfare
- Jungle warfare
- Marksmanship instruction
- Personnel management
- Overseeing training
Timeline
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
U.S. Army Active Duty
08.2002 - 03.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Powersports
State Technical College of Missouri
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