OIC, HUMINT Interrogation Certification
Led, planned, and coordinated HADES SPARK II as the Officer in Charge (OIC) of the Detachment's annual HUMINT Interrogation certification event. Excelled under direct view of unit leadership, MIRC leadership, and INSCOM subject-matter experts. Certified 100% of participating Soldiers in individual Interrogation tasks without disrupting the unit collective mission to support HUMINT Targeting. Coordinated with a national agency for event participation, aiding in initiating a strong partnership between the Detachment and its new mission partners. Conducted post-event coordination identifying training gaps in Law of War training for Large Scale Combat Operations, resulting in additional training to prepare Soldiers for their future mission. Produced all briefings, orders, and AARs to ensure a repeatable event for future fiscal years. Laid the foundation for progressively complex interrogation training, and a smooth mission transition from one mission to another through his outstanding professional and military bearing.
HUMINT Collection Team Leader
SPC Boyd took charge of the HUMINT Collection team he was assigned to in the absence of orders when his team leader fell ill and became mission ineffective. As Team Leader, he took the initiative to serve as a mentor to 1/34 2nd PLT, Bravo Troop Cavalry gunners in IED detection, emplacement, aiming, and timing of Improvised Explosive Devices, improving vigilance and overall mission readiness and expanding his influence beyond his team, platoon, and unit. SPC Boyd was an integral part of overall mission success.
SPC Boyd distinguished himself by demonstrating to all that he is a professional Soldier, dedicated to excellence in developing others. He helped others in battle rigging their gear for effective magazine and peripheral equipment deployment. Through his professionalism and expertise, he returned an M2 Browning 50. Caliber Machine Gun from long-term storage status to fully mission capable within a mission prep time-line some would consider impossible. He also initiated contact with the 1167th Trans Company to source a critical component for the operation of the weapon system, providing the team with superior suppressing firepower within the battlespace.
CM&D
SSG Ehrlich led by example and consistently demonstrated the Army values to a team of 16 paratroopers in the 82nd ABN DIV G2 and the HHBN for the past four years, resulting in the professional development and promotion of seven NCOs, and the successful mentorship and development of four junior grade officers. SSG Ehrlich's tactical and technical experience enabled him to train 30 paratroopers in the Analysis Control Element (ACE) on Collection Management (CM), lethal targeting, and Global Response Force (GRF) processes.
Fusion Cell NCOIC
o ran a CFC that was instrumental in successful offensive operations against an aggressive enemy in Baghdad, Iraq during OIF 08-09
o built a picture of the Operational Environment that permitted the commander to effectively plan and execute operations in concert with Iraqi counterparts to disrupt operations and destroy the enemy
o fused intel from UN partners and US sources to create a clear and concise operational picture of the battlespace which resulted in the capture/kill of 7 confirmed JPEL targets and 4 confirmed Taliban IED cell commanders in the 1-4 AO
HUMINT Collection Sergeant
LEADERSHIP: Excellence
o possessed an innate ability to develop and empower his subordinates; coached and mentored two Paratroopers selected for promotion to Sergeant
o exhibited impeccable performance as section NCOIC of a 10 member squad; instrumental in mentoring and training his section to stay MOS proficient
o routinely sacrificed personal goals and time to ensure the sections mission was accomplished on time and above standard
Human Intelligence Collector
As HUMINT Collections Team Member, Specialist Anderson inherited duties and responsibilities that were far above his authority and experience yet he mastered all required tasks and exceeded expectations. SPC Anderson conducted multiple Source Meets and produced numerous Intelligence Information Reports, which provided knowledgeable responses to TF Gunner's and TF Ready First's Priority Intelligence Requirements. His specialized skills and knowledge of combat operations provided the Task Force Commanders with an elevated sense of situational awareness and made him an indispensable asset and invaluable member of the 519th MI BN.
COMPETENCE: Excellence
o received high recognition for producing the Squadron's highest reporting with achievable results
o received Squadron coin from Squadron CSM for outstanding performance in combat operations
o encouraged his Soldier to participate in two voluntary runs while deployed
PHYSICAL FITNESS AND MILITARY BEARING: Success
o challenged his Soldier physically and mentally by giving tough realistic training
o led an intensive PT program during the deployment for the entire HCT, resulting in 100% APFT pass rate
o looked like a leader, acted like a leader
LEADERSHIP: Success
o served as HCT Team Leader for over one month, receiving accolades from Brigade S2X
o mentored Soldier and prepared him for the promotion board, resulting in a recommendation
o repeatedly demonstrated exceptional leadership and initiative
TRAINING: Success
o completed a ## hour Biometrics Automated Toolset/HIIDE Training course to ensure A TRP was fully prepared for detainee and local national enrollments
o organized and implemented a PT program for Soldier while using personal time to assist in the flow of the program
o dedicated personal time to ensure Soldier was fully competent in warrior skills during combat patrols through experience-based training
RESPONSIBILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY: Excellence
o maintained, accounted for, and secured HUMINT equipment valued in excess of ## in team leader's absence
o flawlessly managed ## UNT in ICF
o chose the hard right over the easy wrong; demanded that his Soldier did the same
