Dylan Lawson
Hughesville
Summary
United States Army Staff Sergeant with over 7 years of leadership, security, administrative, and operational experience in high-pressure environments. Expertise in supervising personnel, managing sensitive equipment valued at over $250,000, enforcing regulations, conducting training operations, and making swift decisions under duress. Proven track record in team leadership, personnel management, weapons operations, and operational planning, complemented by a Secret Security Clearance and a strong commitment to professionalism and integrity. Ready to leverage military leadership skills and operational acumen in a federal law enforcement role with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Overview
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1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Sergeant (E-6)
Active Duty United States Army
01.2019 - 09.2026
- Supervise, mentor, and maintain accountability of up to 29 Soldiers in a high operational tempo environment.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute daily personnel operations, accountability procedures, training schedules, and mission requirements.
- Maintain accountability and security of sensitive equipment and organizational property valued at over $250,000 with zero discrepancies or losses.
- Enforce Army regulations, organizational standards, and disciplinary procedures to maintain operational readiness and mission success.
- Conduct counseling sessions, mentorship, corrective actions, and performance evaluations for subordinate personnel.
- Operate and maintain military communication systems and radios to ensure effective operational coordination.
- Coordinate logistical support operations, personnel movements, transportation requirements, and mission support tasks.
- Lead Team, Squad, and Platoon-level live fire exercises while ensuring compliance with safety standards and risk management procedures.
- Make rapid and effective decisions in stressful and time-sensitive operational environments.
- Maintain professional communication with leadership, peers, and subordinate personnel while providing clear guidance and instruction.
- Conduct inspections, accountability checks, and compliance enforcement in accordance with Army standards and procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality and exercise professionalism when handling sensitive operational and personnel matters.
- Train and mentor junior personnel on weapons handling, communication procedures, tactical operations, and organizational standards.
- Demonstrate adaptability and leadership while operating in rapidly changing environments requiring initiative and problem-solving abilities.
- Hours Per Week: 50+
Education
High School Diploma -
Hughesville High School
Hughesville, PA06.2018
Basic Combat Training -
(BCT)
Fort Benning, GA03.2019
One Station Unit Training -
(OSUT)
Fort Benning, GA04.2019
Basic Leaders Course -
(BLC)
Fort Stewart, GA12.2021
Advanced Leaders Course -
(ALC)
Camp Shelby, MS06.2023
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Decision-making
- Calm under pressure
Accomplishments
- Supervised Platoon of 29 Soldier's.
- Successfully coordinated with the Tampa Police Department to assume custody of an AWOL Soldier and safely transport the individual to Fort Stewart Military Police for accountability and further administrative processing.
- Rendered lifesaving emergency medical aid by rapidly applying a tourniquet to a Soldier suffering a severe arm injury, controlling life-threatening bleeding and preserving life until advanced medical personnel arrived.
- Qualified Expert with the M4 rifle and Sharpshooter with the M17 and M9 pistols, demonstrating proficiency with multiple weapon systems.
- Completed overseas deployments to South Korea, Germany, and Poland in support of U.S. military operations and multinational training missions.
Certification
- Secret Security Clearance
- Expert Infantry Badge (EIB)
- M4 Rifle – Expert Qualification
- M17 Pistol – Sharpshooter Qualification
- M9 Pistol – Sharpshooter Qualification
Timeline
Staff Sergeant (E-6)
Active Duty United States Army
01.2019 - 09.2026
High School Diploma -
Hughesville High School
Basic Combat Training -
(BCT)
One Station Unit Training -
(OSUT)
Basic Leaders Course -
(BLC)
Advanced Leaders Course -
(ALC)
AWARDS & DECORATIONS
Army Commendation Medal (2)
Army Achievement Medal (7)
Army Good Conduct Medal (3)
Certificate of Achievement (1)
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
Korea Defense Service Medal
Armed Forces Service Medal
Army Service Ribbon
Overseas Service Ribbon
MILITARY EDUCATION & TRAINING
- Basic Combat Training
- One Station Unit Training
- Basic Leaders Course
- Advanced Leaders Course
- Combat Lifesaver Course
- Military Drivers Training Course
- Weapons Safety & Training
- Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention
- Equal Opportunity
- Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Transportation Certification
PREVIOUS POSITIONS HELD
- Team Leader (Mechanized Infantry)
- Team Leader (Dismounted Infantry)
- Squad Leader (Dismounted Infantry)
- Section Leader (Mechanized Infantry)
- Heavy Weapons Squad Leader (Dismounted Infantry)
- Platoon Sergeant
MILITARY EXPERIENCE AND OPERATIONS
- Conducted multiple Team, Squad, and Platoon-level live fire exercises in mechanized and dismounted operational environments.
- Operated as a Team Leader, Squad Leader, Section Leader, and Platoon Sergeant during training operations and field exercises.
- Served in both mechanized and dismounted infantry leadership positions with progressively increasing responsibility.
- Conducted operational planning, personnel accountability, and mission coordination in support of unit readiness objectives.
- Maintained weapons accountability, sensitive item security, and equipment readiness in accordance with Army regulations.
- Provided instruction and evaluation during Expert Infantryman Badge (EIB), Expert Soldier Badge (ESB), and Expert Field Medical Badge (EFMB) training events as cadre.
- Demonstrated strong communication abilities while utilizing military radio systems and coordinating operations.
- Maintained discipline, organizational standards, and mission readiness through effective leadership and supervision.
DEPLOYMENTS
- South Korea
- Germany
- Poland