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Posted on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 7:50 am

Special Forces Colonel, Fluent Thai, 27+ Years, SOCCNET, Nation Development, Special Operations Command (Forward), Chief of Staff, Director of Operations, TS/SCI, Master’s in National Security Studies

Clearance:
TS/SCI

Availability:
February 21, 2012 – February 28, 2017

Disability:
None

Language:
Thai – Speaking: Fluent, Reading: Basic, Writing: Basic
Lao – Speaking: Basic, Reading: Basic, Writing: Basic

Desired Location:
Stateside – Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina,
Overseas- Afghanistan, Germany, Iraq, Korea,South, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Thailand, UK, United Arab Emirates,

Highlight Write Up:

I am a retired US Army Special Forces Colonel with over 27 years of military experience in planning, staffing, integrating and leading diverse organizations at the tactical through the operational level. I am a proven rapport builder with partner forces.

I have extensive experience in the Asia Pacific region to include two plus years in Pakistan. I retired 1 January 2012. My last duty station was the Special Operations Command Central (SOCCENT) MacDill Air Force Base Tampa Florida. I possess a Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS-SCI) security clearance. I am seeking employment within the Tampa area but will relocate if required. I am willing to travel extensively both domestically and internationally.

In addition I am a fluent Thai language speaker.

Your consideration in any position you have available is appreciated.

Thank you.

Skills
Retired US Army Special Forces Colonel with over 27 years of military experience in managing, supervising and leading diverse and challenging organizations.
Possesses Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS-SCI) security clearance.
Key professional skills: Strategic Planning, Supervising and integrating sizable staffs, Managing complex systems, Leader development, Remote area operations, Cross cultural communications.
Extensive experience in Asia Pacific Region advising and influencing foreign forces.
Proven communicator with dynamic interpersonal skills able to easily relate to audiences from diverse educational, cultural, and professional backgrounds.
Experienced in planning, managing and monitoring multimillion dollar programs and budgets
Able to operate in nebulous situations in unstructured environments globally.
Forward thinking, proactive and innovative professional.
Fluent Thai language speaker

Geo Location:
Pakistan – Duration: 1 year

Position Write Up:
2010-2011 Chief, Partner Nation Development, Special Operations Command for Central Command (SOCCENT) MacDill AFB Tampa Florida.
Supervised the planning, development and implementation of the US military Special Operations engagement plan within Southwest Asia and South Asia.
Integrated 9 staff directorates ensuring synergy.
Managed staff interaction between multiple agencies within the Department of Defense as well as Department of State and Justice.
Responsible for transforming Commanding General’s vision and intent into attainable objectives while working within fiscal, statutory and personnel constraints.
Explored new opportunities for developing partner nation capabilities.

2009-2010 Deputy Commander, Special Operations Command (Forward) Pakistan.
Selected to develop and explore new opportunities in strengthening the Republic of Pakistan military capabilities.
Developed and implemented staff systems to ensure efficiencies in coordinating mission critical activities.
Supervised staff activities ensuring integration with US Embassy counterparts and the Pakistani Military.
Primary builder and maintainer of the relationship with the Pakistani Army General Headquarters.
Leveraged established relationships with Pakistani leadership to attain goals and objectives.
Guiding force in managing the organization’s transformation and growth.

2008-2009 Student Pakistani National Defense University Islamabad Pakistan.
First US Army Special Forces officer to attend the Pakistan National Defense University.
Graduated with honors and awarded a Master’s of Science in National Security Studies.
Developed enduring relationships with senior Pakistani military and civilian leadership.

2006-2008 Chief of Staff Special Operations Command Korea (SOCKOR) Republic of Korea
Supervised and integrated nine staff directorates with a total staff of 150 personnel.
Supervised the planning and implementation of three separate budgets totaling over 20 million dollars annually.
Ensured fiscal responsibility through systematic budget program reviews.
Supervised the development of combined and unilateral plans and products in support of the defense of the Republic of Korea.
Key advisor to the commander on organizational management, leadership, training programs, policies and initiatives.
Primary facilitator for US and Korean Special Operations Forces alliance interaction.

2005-2006 Director of Operations Special Operations Command Korea Republic of Korea
Provided command and control of US and Korean Special Operations.
Wrote, published and supervised implementation of plans and orders for the command.
Supervised the planning, execution and monitoring of multiple US/Korean training exercises involving over four thousand special operation forces.
Ensured safety as paramount in all high risk activities.
Approved plans for exercises insuring the commanders training objectives were being met or exceeded.

2003-2005 Commander 284th Base Support Battalion Giessen-Friedberg Germany
Successfully commanded a US Army garrison supporting 18 thousand Soldiers, family members and civilian employees.
Managed a budget of over 50 million dollars in order to sustain and increase the quality of life for the garrison.
Led, managed and supervised 300 DOD civilians, local national employees and government contractors.
Conducted “mayoral” duties for five bases.
Conducted closure and rebasing planning/operations for multiple facilities and functions.

Skills Write Up:
Retired US Army Special Forces Colonel with over 27 years of military experience in managing, supervising and leading diverse and challenging organizations.
Possesses Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS-SCI) security clearance.
Key professional skills: Strategic Planning, Supervising and integrating sizable staffs, Managing complex systems, Leader development, Remote area operations, Cross cultural communications.
Extensive experience in Asia Pacific Region advising and influencing foreign forces.
Proven communicator with dynamic interpersonal skills able to easily relate to audiences from diverse educational, cultural, and professional backgrounds.
Experienced in planning, managing and monitoring multimillion dollar programs and budgets
Able to operate in nebulous situations in unstructured environments globally.
Forward thinking, proactive and innovative professional.
Fluent Thai language speaker

Education Write Up:

EDUCATION
Master’s Degree, M.S., 2009, National Security Studies, Pakistani National Defense University Master’ Degree, M.A., 1999, Defense Studies, Kings College London UK
Bachelor’s Degree, B.A., 1985, History, University of South Alabama
British Joint Forces Staff College, 1998
Pakistani National Defense University, 2009
US Joint Professional Military Education Course, 2001
US Army Special Forces Qualification Course, 1990