Paul A. Berry1633 October Rd, Raleigh, NC 27614 ▪ (910) 650-0665 ▪ paberry28@gmail.com

WORK HISTORYUnited States Marine CorpsSenior Enlisted Advisor (Sergeant Major) December 2005-June 2016

Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune March 2014-June 2016 II Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward) Camp Lejeune, North Carolina &Regional Command (Southwest) Afghanistan June 2012-March 2014Combat Logistics Regiment 2 Camp Lejeune, North Carolina February 2011-June 2012Marine Corps Recruiting Station, Raleigh, North Carolina March 2008-February 2011Marine Tactical Air Command Squadron 28 Cherry Point, North Carolina and Iraq April 2006-March 20082d Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion Cherry Point, North Carolina January 2004-April 2006

Enlisted Marine Various ranks, commands, and responsibilities September 1986 – 2016

PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTSPROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Provided oversight and direction of numerous programs to include: family readiness, single Marine Program, safety, ranges and training areas, sexual assault prevention, behavioral health, substance abuse, employee promotion and retention, equal opportunity, recreation, and transition from active service.

Reviewed, analyzed, and summarized program data necessary to support Marine Corps Community Services Business Operations while maintaining a balanced budget.

Headed the civilian employee safety program (Voluntary Protection Program) that was implemented for over 4,000 employees. Safety mishaps were greatly decreased and operational readiness increased.

Coordinated with the Marine Corps Installations East – Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Community Plan Liaison Officer to maintain liaison and information network distribution between the Installation Staff and Community Stakeholders.

Developed and implemented sweeping changes to the single service member recreation programs that were adopted by the entire Marine Corps to engage, retain and enhance the lives of young Marines.

Served as a standing member of the Town of Swansboro, North Carolina Economic Planning Team to ensure future economic growth is closely aligned to the local military installations future visions.

Forged new partnerships to ensure unity of effort with the service member’s transition readiness program to assist separating service members with a seamless transition into the civilian environment.

Coordinated with the Installation Energy Manager to meet and exceed all Department of Defense and Department of the Navy mandated energy conservation goals.

Provided leadership, coordination, and direction in the development and implementation of the Veterans In Piping Program, a program where transitioning service members are trained as welders and guaranteed job placement in a geographic region of their choice.

Worked closely with the Family Readiness programs at all levels to provide support for the military members and families. Facilitated Family Care Plan development and oversight. These programs are designed specifically to facilitate the retention and expert performance of Marines while ensuring the engagement and stability of the families.

Developed a close and cooperative working relationship with local area Chambers of Commerce and Military Affairs Committee to ensure all programs and resources on and off the installation effectively support service members and their families.

HUMAN RESOURCES Advised and assisted the Commanding General on legal, personal and professional development of all personnel,

and development and implementation of command and staff policies to create a positive work environment and effective communication practices; monitored equal employment opportunity activities.

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Principle advisor to the commanding officer of a recruiting station Raleigh, North Carolina covering over 46,000 square miles consisting of thirteen recruiting sub-stations, twenty-one permanent contact stations, two officer selection teams, and two military entrance process center liaisons, that recruited over 110 enlisted and officer applicants per month. Volume and quality of applicants made a direct contribution to the largest all volunteer force growth in the history of the Marine Corps.

Oversaw the promotions program for an organization of over 11,000 active duty service members. Supervised and chaired the meritorious advancement boards. Participated in hiring board for the civilian labor force and Marine Corps Community Services for key and

essential personnel to include senior management positions.

MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION Executive Advisor to the Commanding General of all East Coast Marine Corps installations consisting of six bases

and air stations covering North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida with an population over 108,000 active duty, civilian employee, family members and retirees.

Executive Advisor to the Commanding General of the International Security Assistance Force, Regional Command Southwest Afghanistan. Command which consisted of 15,000 coalition forces from the United States, Great Britain, Denmark, Estonia, Bosnia, Jordan, Republic of Georgia and Tonga.

Provided oversight to local military and federal agencies with the Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina Townsend Bombing Range assumption of land area and operations from the Georgia National Guard.

Collaborated with the Marine Corps and Installations Behavioral Health Programs and supervised the training and program implementation to integrate behavioral health operations and training for leadership to create efficient and effective interventions maximizing personal and unit readiness.

Coordinated staff and procedural improvements in the Department of Defense mandated Transition Readiness Seminar so that all transitioning service members here better prepared to transition from active military service.

Orchestrated the development of the Marine Corps Community Services Advisory Committee so that executive leadership could provide recommendations for the maximum effectiveness of all programs provided during fiscally challenging times.

Collaborated with the Installation Emergency Management Department to plan and execute exercises on the bases and stations. Coordinated efforts with local, state and federal agencies.

Made liaison with the Marine Corps Director of Business Operations (MR) on planning and budgeting eighty-four programs and services provided to service members and their families.

Served as the Marine Corps Installations East member to the Marine Corps Bachelor and Family Housing Oversight Boards.

Advised Marine Corps executive leaders on sensitive and detailed security matters. Generated increased physical security of all East Coast Marine Corps Installations by maximizing available manpower and resources to guarantee protection to service members, employees and their family members.

Provided leadership and oversight of the Commanding Generals Military Retiree Council providing an essential link between the Installation and the local retired military community.

Reconciled training resource allocations and usage to ensure maximum effectiveness. Worked with Marine Corps Family Team Building to supervise and evaluate the pre-deployment training and

family care plan development for a joint and coalition force of 15,000 to prepare for overseas operations, and oversaw and evaluated the effectiveness during around-the-clock operations.

EDUCATIONBUCKEYE WEST HIGH SCHOOL (Now known as Buckeye Local High School)Mount Pleasant, OHSeptember 1982 – June 1986

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

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Recruiter Management Course, 2008. Prepares commanders and senior enlisted advisors for the challenges of oversight, management, and encouragement of active military recruiters.

First Sergeant Course Marine Corps University, 2001. Prepares first Sergeants to serve as principle advisors, who are educated in organizational behavior theories, philosophies, techniques, and practices required to advise middle and upper management.

Master Sergeant/First Sergeant, Staff Non-Commissioned Officers Academy, Camp Lejeune, 2001. Top level course that provides an overview of Marine Corps current trends and directions.

Advanced Course, Staff Non-Commissioned Officers Academy, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, 1999. Provides enhanced skills and knowledge necessary to serve in senior enlisted billets at small and medium sized units.

Career Course, Staff Non-Commissioned Officers Academy, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, 1994. Provides enhanced skills and knowledge necessary to serve as a staff non-commissioned officer in a leadership position.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONSProven executive advisor and supervisor with 30 years extensive experience and marked achievement in leadership, program development, program implementation and management, security and public speaking. Senior Advisor for military and civilian organizations ranging in size from 40 to 108,000 personnel. Experienced in managing complex issues to successful resolution. Recognized for outstanding leadership, dedication, team building, and exemplary personal and professional conduct. Active Government Top Secret/Secret Compartmented Clearance. Special qualifications in retention, support, public speaking and transition assistance to military members and military dependents.

MILITARY AWARDS Legion of Merit. Presented for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding service

while serving as the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Commanding General of Marine Corps Installations-East from March 2014 to June 2016.

Bronze Star with gold star in lieu of second award. First award presented for meritorious service during combat operations in Iraq from January 2005 to July 2005. Second award presented while serving as the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Commanding General of Regional Command Southwest, Afghanistan from June 2012 to February 2014.

Meritorious Service Medal. Presented for meritorious service while serving as the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the commander of a recruiting station from March 2008 to February 2011.

Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with two gold stars in lieu of third award. Presented for outstanding performance in 1999 and 2000. Award 2003 while supporting combat operations in Iraq.

Army Commendation Medal. Presented in 1998 for meritorious service to a U.S. Army Command. Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with two gold stars in lieu of third award. Presented for outstanding

performance of duty in 1988, 1992 and 1994. Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal. Presented for years of volunteer support to the Boy Scouts of America

and local church organizations.

References and Letters of Recommendation Furnished Upon Request