William D. Hotham112 Coventry Drive Carlisle, PA 17015717-991-9559 (Cell)

billhotham@comcast.net

Competent and results driven professional, seeking to utilize my experience in a team oriented environment. Looking to continue my career with an organization that will utilize my management and leadership skills to benefit mutual growth and success.

Effective Time Management and Communication Skills 30+ years Training and leading Soldiers Supervised and mentored incoming State Troopers Fostered collaboration between Federal, state and county agencies Coordinated and Implemented cross functional training and safety programs Exceptional level of performance in a variety of challenging assignments and situations Thrive in independent and team-oriented work settings

Pennsylvania State Police Supervisor July 1994-July 2016Corporal

Supervise 75 police troopers and civilians in the Patrol Unito Assign work assignments and dutieso Develop and communicate expectations o Monitor worko Provide feedback o Document performanceo Conduct team meetings.

Designated as Incident Commander Field Training Officer: responsible for training approximately 100 Patrol Troopers Coordinator of Multiple Operations

o Motor Carrier Safety supervisoro Anti-Terrorism Operations o Traffic Management supervisor

Ensured attendance and schedules for Patrol Unit Communicated pertinent information from previous shifts including Special Orders and Law changes Review and correct reports, provide guidance when needed Oversee the work of the shift by responding to questions from desk personnel and Troopers regarding

incidents, making decisions, and solving problems. Observe Troopers in the field, as well as responding to incidents, issuing citations, and making arrests when

needed, as well as supervising scenes of serious incidents. Handle complaints from the public by discussing the situation in person or on the phone. Handle request from within the Department and other agencies as appropriate. Conduct Bureau of Professional Responsibility investigations by interviewing the involved person,

investigating circumstances, preparing the report, and follow up as required.

United States Army Reserves July 2003 to July 2014Command Sergeant Major (Retired) Various Locations

Command Sergeant Major (CSM): Principal advisor to the commander on the state of morale, discipline, and training of soldiers within the battalion. Works with battalion to ensure that: -correct information about training, special events, is passed up and down the chain of command. CSM also oversees the training and performance of the Color Guard at special events, ensures formations and drill / ceremony are executed. Attends weekly battalion command and staff meetings, and performs all other duties as assigned by the Battalion Commander.

Senior enlisted advisor to the Commander Carried out policies and standards of the performance, training, appearance and conduct of enlisted

personnel. Advised and initiated recommendations to the commander and staff in matters pertaining to the local Non

Commissioned Officer support channel. Supervised 570 officers and enlisted in total, to include 6 Command Sergeant Majors at the Battalion level

and their personnel. Handpicked by US Army John F. Kennedy special warfare center to train all branches of enlisted services

and deploy in skill level civil affairs and Psychological operations in support of Iraqi freedom.

United States Army (Active Duty) May 1984 to July 2003Sergeant (Transfer to Reserves) Various Locations

Responsible for the individual training, personal appearance and cleanliness of 24 soldiers. Oversaw physical readiness and weapons qualifications for all soldiers. Mentored soldiers in all matters pertaining to the soldier’s welfare. Master Physical Fitness instructor, and Equal Opportunity Liaison.

EducationUS Army Sergeant Major Academy Ft. Bliss, TXPennsylvania State Police Academy Hershey, Pa

CertificationsCertified Physical Readiness Coordinator (PRC) Certified Instructor Development Pa State Police/ U.S Army Certified CPR/AED for the professional rescuer Pa State PoliceCertified Field Training Officer Pa State PoliceCertified Hazardous Material Inspector/ School Bus Inspector Pa State Police

Software SkillsMicrosoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, Outlook), SAP, Enterprise Network (PSP)

Awards/CommendationsLegion of Merit (LOM)Meritorious Service Medal (with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters)Army Commendation Medal with (1 Silver and 2 Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters)National Defense Medal (with Bronze Service Star)Global War on TerrorismArmed Forces Reserve Medal (With M Device/Bronze Hourglass Device)NCO Professional development Ribbon with Numeral 4Overseas Ribbon (3)Army Reserve Component Overseas Training Ribbon (4th award)Sergeant Audie Murphy Award Recipient Distinguished Member of the U.S Army Reserve Civil Affairs Corps