1. ROBERT R. BURRESS
Dixon, MO
865-384-5520
rburress8@yahoo.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-burress-490110116
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Project Leader and Military Veteran offering over 10 years of proven law enforcement, investigative and
tactical experience in the United States Military. Accomplished leader in an organization of 2K personnel
that achieves measurable results. Possesses a comprehensive background in project development and
management, operational planning and training, as well as team development derived from conducting
domestic and global operations in the Middle East. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets,
property, and equipment valued at over $594M. Possesses extensive knowledge and leadership in risk
management, safety, security, process improvement, and budget analysis. Recipient of multiple awards and
recognition for outstanding performance and professionalism in the United States Army and the United
States Air Force. Career and knowledge are founded through specialized military leadership, tactical and
technical training and a Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology.
 Operations Management  Risk Assessment/Mitigation  Leadership/Supervision
 Training/Development
 Project Management
 Security Awareness
 Human Resources
Management
 Strategic Planning
 Budget Analysis/Research
TOTAL PROFESSIONAL / MILITARY EXPERIENCE (2004-2016)
(U.S.ARMY MOS 31A/01A & USAF AFSC 21A)
Lead Planner (Officer In Charge) - Camp Shelby MS (2012-PRESENT)
Managed the planning, coordination, and synchronization of multiple simultaneous high level
organization training and validation exercises as well as the welfare, fitness, and readiness of a 15
member team of planners and trainer mentors.
 Developed 10 culminating training events for more than 1000 Reserve Soldiers resulting in
increased ability to mobilize, train, and deploy 100% of the organization.
 Verifies the development of exercises, coordinates support from external agencies, and supervises
the execution of critical training events.
 Enhances organizational operating procedures by conducting internal reviews of each training
event.
 Solidified the effort to standardize operating procedures, exercise validation procedures, and
organization briefs for improved continuity and transparency amongst outside organizations
participating in joint efforts.
 Achieved measurable success by establishing detailed training rehearsals prior to events.
 Incorporated his military police skills in constructing a security plan for the battalion
headquarters and sensitive items storage area.
 Developed the battalion's first physical security and anti-terrorism program, resulting in
commendable ratings during the brigades FY15 Organizational Inspection Program.

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 “CPT Burress is a superb officer with unlimited potential and is currently #1 of 2 superior group
of captains I currently senior rate. Robert possesses the ability to think critically and act with
disciplined initiative. Promote to Major now and select for ILE.” LTC Kimberly Fuhrman,
Commander of the 2-410 Brigade Support Battalion
 “CPT Rob Burress is an outstanding leader who easily ranks in the top 10% of 46 officers in his
competitive peer group. Rob demonstrates the ability to solve complex problems and develop
methods that leverage experience and resources for the best possible outcomes. CPT Burress
consistently demonstrated his potential to serve in positions of increasing responsibility. Promote
to MAJ and send to resident ILE.” COL William Chlebowski, Commander of the 177th
Armor
Brigade
Chief of Operations (S3 – Plans & Operations) - Fort Leonard Wood, MO (2011-2012)
Managed the manpower review of the Military Police Training Program ensuring that certified Soldiers
were conducting the Law and Order Mission for the whole Installation and security requirements are
forecasted accordingly.
 Responsible for the future planning and training readiness of four Military Police companies
totaling over 800 personnel.
 Refined systems for consolidating law enforcement qualifications within the companies and
further developed strong relationships amongst installation emergency services by volunteering to
serve as the liaison between the Military Police and Installation Command.
 Initiated a continuity program which stabilized the transition of duty responsibilities, clarified
higher headquarters directives, and standardized processes for Military Police qualifications.
 Created and developed a personnel manning roster that projected potential shortfalls in staff as
well as presented methods to mitigate impacts on overall mission support.
Chief Operations Officer (S3 – Current Plans & Operations) – Gardez, Afghanistan (2011)
Assistant Battalion S3 – Current Operations (CUOPS) for a Combat Support MP Battalion with four
subordinate units comprised of more than 600 US Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, and contractors. Coordinates
and synchronizes current operations while partnering directly with the Assistant G3 Training Officer in an
Afghan two-star level zone headquarters. Coordinates Provincial Reconstruction Assistance Teams
(PCAT) operations for more than 11,427 Afghan police across six provinces, covering more than 65,359
square miles. In direct support of CTJF-1, plans Afghan police capacity building across six Provincial
Police Headquarters, three US Brigade Combat Teams (BCTs), and one Polish Battle group in order to
enhance the capabilities, competency, and credibility of the Afghan Police.
 Orchestrated the coordination of multi-national task force staffing and development of an $8.3
Million Afghan Police check point expansion plan spanning 6 provinces.
 Planned leadership development and financial stabilization courses for 15 peers and subordinates.
 Designed unit report protocols to ensure the reporting units are receiving critical training needed
to maintain accurate reporting procedures for the given period.
 Synchronized the organization’s daily tasks and future operations as well as consolidated staff
briefs for weekly submission to the higher Command Group.
 Mentored the Afghan Police Zone deputy which resulted in the creation of the Afghan Police
Commanders Critical Information Requirements.

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Assistant Operations Officer (S3 – Battle Captain) – Gardez, Afghanistan (2011)
Assistant Battalion S3 – Battle Captain for a Combat Support MP Battalion with three subordinate units
comprised of more than 450 US Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, and contractors. Serves as Battle Captain
responsible for tracking combined police operations for more than 11,427 Afghan police across six
provinces, covering more than 65,359 square miles. Supervises the daily operations for the Battalion
Tactical Operations Center (TOC), automations command and control systems, 2 senior NCOs, and a
radio telephone operator (RTO). Coordinates directly with two Combat Support MP Companies, 3
Maneuver Battalions, and the Afghan Police G3 Operations Section.
 (same as Chief Operations Officer accomplishments)
Company Commander (252 Military Police Detachment) – Fort Leonard Wood, MO (2009-
2011)
Commands the 252d MP Detachment, a company-level command comprised of 10 specialized law
enforcement sections. Responsible for the health, welfare, discipline, and morale of 107 Soldiers,
Civilians, and their Families. Responsible for the operational readiness, maintenance, and accountability
of over $6,000,000 worth of tactical equipment and installation property. Responsible for training,
resourcing, and executing force protection, law enforcement, special threat operations, and access control
for a 61,000 acre installation with a population of more than 45,000 personnel and their Families.
Prepares Soldiers and teams to support world-wide contingency operations. Maintains and manages the
command, K9, and SRT budgets in excess of $200,000. Trains and provides military police for special
security duties at the Chemical Defense Training Facility.
 Coordinated the accountability and transfer of over $6,000,000 worth of tactical equipment with
zero loss of accountability between two major commands while maintaining unit’s deployability.
 Assisted in the development and publishing of the new training support package for Active
Shooter Response training disseminated by the United States Army Military Police School.
 Designed the installation’s Active Shooter Response training program and scenarios for law
enforcement, administrators and supporting agencies ensuring seamless responses to incidents.
 Responsible for unit being the first and only unit in the battalion to receive and keep the
Dauntless Discipline patch for zero related alcohol or discipline issues during command.
 Reinvigorated the unit’s Army Physical Fitness Program, reducing the unit’s failure rate from
43% to below 10%.
 Family Readiness Group lauded as “best” in the brigade due to personal attention by his battalion
commander
 “CPT Burress truly cares about Soldiers and their Families and can be counted on to accomplish
any mission” by LTC William Benner, Commander of 92d Military Police Battalion
 “Rob has showcased his unlimited potential” by LTC Bryan O’Barr, Director of Emergency
Services & Provost Marshall
 “Rob is a super team builder and gets the most from his Soldiers every day” by COL Charles
Williams, Garrison Commander
 “One of the top three Captains in the Garrison & Rob succeeded beyond all established
standards” by COL Charles Williams, Garrison Commander

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Company Commander (787 Military Police HHD) – Fort Leonard Wood, MO (2008-2009)
Battalion S-3 and HHD Commander for a One Station Unit Training (OSUT) Military Police Battalion
which provides both basic combat and advanced Military Police training for 4,000 Soldiers annually.
Coordinates all training support and requirements for seven training companies’ execution of a 19-week
program of instruction. Conducts weekly training meetings to ensure training and tasks are conducted
IAW published programs of instruction (POIs) and lesson plans. Provides leadership and guidance to 22
Soldiers comprised of personnel, training/operations, and supply sections. Responsible for the functions
of the Battalion Staff in absence of the Battalion Executive Officer.
 Directly managed and supervised five senior Noncommissioned Officers during planning and
inspections of daily training for over 1200 Soldiers.
 Planned, resourced and executed three extremely successful events for the battalion’s FRG
program; greatly increasing the moral and esprit de corps of the battalion.
 “His calm demeanor commanded respect as he tackled difficult tasks on a daily basis” by MAJ
Scott Hubbard, 787 MP BN Executive Officer
 “A proven problem solver and team player” by MAJ Scott Hubbard, 787 MP BN Executive
Officer
 “CPT Burress is a confident and caring leader who meets challenges and responsibilities head-on
and thrives under pressure” by LTC Timothy Fischer, 787 MP BN Commander
 “Superb performances by a rapidly developing professional” by LTC Timothy Fischer, 787 MP
BN Commander
Executive / Training Officer (Delta Company, 787 MP BN) – Fort Leonard Wood, MO
(2007-2008)
Serves as executive / training officer of a One Station Unit Training (OSUT) company which provides
basic combat and Military Police advanced individual training over a 19-week cycle with an authorized
cadre strength of 19 and an average daily strength of 220 Soldiers and trainees. Plans and coordinates all
training and ensures the proper execution of the OSUT program of instruction with an emphasis on safety.
Coordinates administrative and logistical support for all training and maintains individual and unit
training records and statistics. Responsible for the accountability and maintenance of all unit equipment.
Assumes command of the company in the absence of the commander. Additional duties include serving
as the Battalion Alcohol and Drug Abuse Officer, Battalion Newsletter Editor, Battalion Maintenance
Officer, Battalion AER Officer, Battalion Budget Officer, Battalion GPC/MWR Approval Official,
Battalion Physical Security / Crime Prevention Officer, Alternate TSR and Postal Officer and Battalion
DTS Reviewing Official.
 Sole planner for two OSUT cycles and squad lanes during Field Training Exercises (FTXs)
resulting in 400 Soldiers graduating into the Military Police Corps.
 Revamped the company’s training program management resulting in task-based training of over
400 IET Soldiers.
 Identified and managed the turn-in of over $40,000 of excess/outdated equipment.
 Accomplished change of command inventories in record time with zero loss of property or
interruption of training operations.
 Designed, resourced and built a company recreation room for Soldiers providing an alternative to
Off-Post activities and deterring discipline problems. “Coined as best in the Battalion” by LTC
Timothy Fischer, 787 MP BN Commander
 “Possesses superior management and leadership” by LTC Timothy Fischer, 787 MP BN
Commander

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 “His proven competence and unparalleled ability was apparent in the Company’s abilities to
conduct its mission with the highest overall success rate in the Battalion” by LTC Timothy
Fischer, 787 MP BN Commander
 “Epitomizes the very best in today’s Military Police Corps” by MAJ Kendrick Lusk, Delta
Company Commander
Assistant Officer In Charge, C-130 Aircraft Maintenance Unit (AMU) – Little Rock Air
Force Base, AR (2006-2007)
Leads over 180 maintenance personnel. Ensures upgrades, qualifications, and recurring training
requirements are met. Manages maintenance for 21 assigned C-130 aircraft valued at $462M, contributing
to the wing flying over 3,600 sorties per year. Plans and establishes priorities. Coordinates with
operations, supply, and support activities to improve procedures and solve problems. Inspects and
evaluates all maintenance activities. Interprets inspection results and recommends corrective actions.
Reviews maintenance data to determine trends. Coordinates with higher headquarters, wing, group and
other agencies to resolve logistic supply issues.
 Instituted daily 7 lvl review; break rate dropped to 10.6% for FY06; beat 12% cmd std—key to
MXG’s success
 Ensured 100% GO81 tng for AMU pers; data integrity errors dropped to 1.3% for third qtr ’06—
beat 3% std
 Outstanding acft/pers mgmt. resulted in unit posting a remarkable 98.7% mx sched effectiveness
rate in FY06
 Adept ldrship/acft oversight drove to stellar 80% 12 hr fix rate for third qtr ’06; surpassed 75%
AETC std
 Led AFWS TDY of 4 acft/21 personnel; flew 70 hrs w/100% launch reliability rate—enabled
elite aircrew tng
 Focused on fix it right the first time; garnered 2.9% repeat/recur rate for FY06—shattered 5%
AETC standard
 Mx supvr practices stimulated flight line discipline; 78.8% FY06 mission capable rate—bested
75% AETC std
 Integrated scheduled mx review into daily production meetings—increased unit production
efficiency by 35%
 Team builder; interfaced daily w/ops and flight line leaders—drove 98% on-time aircrew grad
rate for FY06
 Impressive CGO; ldrshp critical to msn achievement—led sq to ’06 AETC Maintenance
Effectiveness Award
 Succeeded when challenged; built fly/work schedule/lowered delayed discrepancy rate from 6 to
2—wg std 5
 Aggressively revamped and tracked AU cross-utilization training pgm; qualified 87% of eligible
personnel
 Reworked dedicated crew chief pgm; 45-year-old acft flew on aero defect black ltr initial—
lauded by AW/CC
 Revised CDC tng pgm; posted 84% EOC avg/25 of 125 troops>90%--gp had best scores in
AETC for CY06
 Peer ldr; Airlift/Tanker Association PA Officer, promoted national convention—215 local
members attended
 Graphic design specialist; created sq change of cmd pgm—honored outgoing AMXS/CC &
welcomed new CC

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 Coordinated 53d Airlift Squadron holiday party static display—54 families treated to Santa
taxiing in a C-130
 Decisive leader and manager; utilized all resources available and produced results—SS at earliest
opening
 Highly dedicated junior officer; possess outstanding staff skills—made him my interim sq section
commander
 Gp rep for Air Force Board visit showcasing base; 11 general officers briefed—MXG/CC lauded
“great job”
 Developed pgm for timeliness tracking of EPRs; efforts led to AMU achieving 95% on-time to
wing for CY06
 Maintenance wizard; slashed historical sortie attrition rate from 11 to 7% for FY06; gnd aborts
reduced 50%
 Strong leader, always ready to volunteer; MOC OIC next, then mx Flt/CC; SOS in residency at
first opportunity
Assistant Officer In Charge, C-130 Aircraft Maintenance Unit (AMU) – Little Rock Air
Force Base, AR (2005-2006)
Leads over 180 maintenance personnel. Ensures upgrades, qualifications, and recurring training
requirements are met. Manages maintenance for 27 assigned C-130E aircraft valued at $594M,
contributing to the wing flying over 3,600 sorties per year. Plans and establishes priorities. Coordinates
with operations, supply, and support activities to improve procedures and solve problems. Inspects and
evaluates all maintenance activities. Interprets inspection results and recommends corrective actions.
Reviews maintenance data to determine trends. Coordinates with higher headquarters, wing, group and
other agencies to resolve logistic supply issues.
 Outstanding acft/personnel mgmt. resulted in unit achieving an unbelievable 98.3% mc sched
effectiveness rate
 Flawlessly provided Belgian AF munitions spt; prepared $180K foreign munitions for air
transport—no delays
 Decisive leadership/airframe mgmt. drove sq to stellar 80% 12-hr fix rate, 3rd
Qtr FY06; beat 75%
AETC std
 Orchestrated surveillance inspections on 1,019 munitions line item stockpile—100% serviceable
assets for wg
 Led dual-location USADMWS TDY of 4 acft/19 pers; flew 65 sorties w/97% launch rate/100%
tng complete
 Aggressively managed flt hazardous material/tool pgms—both error-free during 19 AF Mx Std &
Eval Tm visit
 Diplomatically secured 4.7K additional tng flares from HQ AMC—avoided aircrew cbt tng
munitions shortfall
 Fix it right the first time/preventive mx focus—garnered 3.1% repeat/recur rate; shattered 5%
AETC standard
 Oversaw rapid build-up/delivery of 33K acft countermeasures—100% spt for 13 AMC
deployment taskings
 Powerhouse officer/maintainer; leadership instrumental in 314 AW earning 2005 AETC Mx
Daedalian Award
 Developed 16 SOW hurricane evac munitions beddown plan; implemented twice in CY05 with
zero incidents

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 Planning for the future; benchmarked sq pgm to refub 35 C-130Es—improved crew
comfort/extended acft life
 Managed the impossible; juggled fly/work schedule/lowered delayed discrepancy rate from 6 to
3—wg std is 5
 Sq/CC-selected rep for Operation Air Force; executed syllabus/mentored 32 USAFA cadets; AF-
wide impact
 Membership chair for local Log Officer Assoc chapter; recruited 27 new members; unit
strengthened for future
 Superbly organized ANG Sniper Cbt Tng Course munitions support; supplied 275K assets—97
snipers trained
 Peer ldr; serves on Airlift/Tanker Assoc bd as PA ofcr, promoted professional development/esprit
de corps
 Awesome performer ready for greater challenges; prepared for flt commander; send to SOS at
first opportunity
 Brilliance breeds success; ldrship critical to msn achievement—led sq to ’05 AETC Mx
Effectiveness Awd
 Issued anti-hijack ammo to C-130 aircrews; protected 81 Hurricane Katrina relief flts—744
people evacuated
 Coord intel tng for multiple Joint Readiness Tng Ctr exercises; prepared Australian AF for real
world threats
 Civic minded; organized cleaning detail for local high school; volunteers worked 72 hrs saving
school $2,160
 Decisive leader and manager—utilizes all resources available and produces—SOS in-residence at
earliest time
Assistant Fabrication Flight Commander, 314th Maintenance Squadron – Little Rock Air
Force Base, AR (2004-2006)
Directly responsible for leading 130 maintenance personnel. Overseas budget, facilities, and equipment in
excess of $18 million. Advises maintenance supervision on work progress and maintenance capabilities
on 75 C-130 aircraft and additional aircraft as directed by higher headquarters. Directs flight line and in-
shop activities of the following sections: nondestructive inspection, aircraft wash facility, structural
maintenance, survival equipment, metals technology, and aircraft refurbishment. Reviews and evaluates
deficiency analysis, quality assurance (QA) management reports and trends, and implements corrective
action.
 Coordinated 9,500 flight line/backsop mx actions; key to flying 7,114 sorties/training 1,187 crew
members
 Mission foused; superior flight line support critical to 463 AG achieving AMC-best 95%
departure reliability
 Guided refurbishment of 112 wheels, 66 brakes, 17 engine cases; ensuring resources available for
war fighters
 Forward thinking; directed repairs of 35 brush blocks/126 tail pipes—eased world-wide shortage,
saved $66K
 Implemented water-based interior paint procedures; met new OSHA standards—sq hazardous
waste cut 25%
 Exemplary execution of 321 washes/42 paint touch-ups—corrosion control for largest C-130 fleet
in the world

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 Spearheaded fabrication of T56-15 engine compressor alignment tool; saved 484 man-hrs/$3.3M
repair cost
 Revamped flight support section; improved accountability for $278K of critical war readiness
equipment items
 Architect behind field-level repair of wheel well pod mishap; completed job in 72 hrs—averted
depot repairs
 Outstanding CGO! Rock-solid mx leadership integral to sq earning 1004 HQ AETC Mx
Effectiveness Award
 Analyzed mx data for adverse documentation trends/instituted in-house training—cut
documentation errors 20%
 Orchestrated prefabrication of 350 parts/acft entering refurb; saved 256 man-hrs/slashed flow
from 35-27 days
 Ensured inspection/repack of 236 pers parachutes/1,396 life preservers—unprecedented 100%
QA pass rate
 Aggressively managed repairs of 10 upper/lower engine mounts on 5 T56 engine trailers; saved
wing $1.1M
 Safety focused; procured body cooling vests to combat work induced heat stress; raised
production/ORM rates
 Planned/executed 2005 Little Rock AFB Logistics Rodeo; spirited event sharpened real-world
readiness skills
 Drafted agreement to refurbish MC-130s for Kirtland AFB; improved appearance/safety of vital
spec ops acft
 Decisive leader and manager—utilizes any/all resources at his disposal—must for SOS at earliest
opportunity
 Hand-picked POC for Operation Air Force; executed syllabus/mentored 31 USAFA cadets; AF-
wide impact
 Directed depot lvl weight/balance of flt controls for two new C-130Js—saved $220K/new acft
msn capable
 Enhanced base—coordinated maintenance upkeep of seven Base Air Park aircraft; AF history
preserved
 Problem solver; secured engineering approval for 24 major wing crack repairs, saved over $5M in
depot costs
 Awesome performer with shining future; ready for a demanding flt commander job; SOS in
residence a must
EDUCATION
Bachelors of Arts – University of Tennessee 2004
Psychology

9. ROBERT R. BURRESS
MILITARY SPECIALIZED TRAINING
Counter Improvised Explosive Device Master Trainer / US Army / 2016
Observer Coach Trainer Course / US Army / 2014
Combat Lifesavers Course / US Army/ 2014
Military Police Officers Advanced Course / US Army / 2009
Military Police CCC Principles of Emergency Management / Missouri State Emergency Mgmt / 2009
Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents / US Army / 2009
National Incident Management System (NIMS) / FEMA / 2009
Anti-Terrorism Officer Advanced Course / US Army / 2008
Anti-Terrorism Officer Basic Course / US Army / 2008
Fundamentals of Systems Acquisition Management / DAU / 2006
DoD Government Purchase Card CLG001 / DAU / 2006
AMC Maintenance Officer Course / US Air Force / 2006
Aircraft Maintenance and Munitions Badge / US Air Force / 2004
Aircraft Maintenance Officer Course / US Air Force / 2004
NOTABLE AWARDS/RECOGNITION
Certification Title / Certifying Authority / Date of Issue
Army Commendation Medal (3rd
award)/ US Army / 2016
Army Achievement Medal / US Army / 2012
Meritorious Unit Commendation / US Army / 2012
Afghanistan Campaign Medal (w/ 2 campaign stars) / US Army / 2011
Army Commendation Medal (2nd
Award) / US Army / 2011
Combat Action Badge / US Army / 2011
Army Service Ribbon / US Army / 2011
Overseas Service Ribbon / US Army / 2011
NATO Medal / US Army / 2011
Army Commendation Medal / US Army / 2009
Air Force Commendation Medal / US Air Force / 2007
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award / US Air Force / 2006
National Defense Service Medal / US Air Force / 2004
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal / US Air Force / 2004
Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon (Rifle) / US Air Force / 2004
Air Force Training Ribbon (w/ 1 oak leaf cluster) / US Air Force / 2004

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