Nathan Chavis
Cayce,SC
Summary
Accomplished United States Army combat veteran with a proven record of leadership, operational readiness, and technical proficiency. Excelled in high-pressure and emergency environments while maintaining safety, discipline, and team cohesion. Skilled in tactical planning, communication, and leading diverse teams to exceed mission requirements. Recognized for a strong work ethic, physical fitness, and a commitment to serving others with integrity and professionalism.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Data Control Specialist
Richland County Sheriff's Department
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Operated the Tritech Report System for the public for police reports.
- Assisted walk-ins with filing reports and routing inquiries
- Provided administrative support to deputies and front desk operations.
- Ensured positive customer service and organizational communication.
Brigade Operations Training and Planning NCO
United States Army
06.2024 - 10.2025
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize Commander's intent.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment between subordinate unit's and higher echelons.
Drill Sergeant
United States Army
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Trained over 1,500 recruits to become proficient in physical training, marksmanship, and tactical maneuvers, creating capable soldiers.
- Enforce strict military rules and discipline, ensuring recruits adhere to protocol and develop a strong sense of duty and responsibility.
- Through discipline and relentless encouragement, push recruits to overcome their limits and build mental resilience and grit.
- Setting the example for the US Army, embodying the values and conduct expected of soldiers, inspiring recruits through their own behavior and dedication.
- Offer guidance and support, helping recruits navigate personal challenges and adjust to the demanding military environment.
Howitzer Section Chief
United States Army
01.2017 - 05.2022
- Served in two combat deployments (Afghanistan and Syria), executing hundreds of high-risk missions and delivering over 3,400+ artillery rounds in support of complex combat missions, contributing to both offensive and defensive operations.
- Responsible for training crew members and maintaining the readiness of the howitzer, ensuring all team members are proficient in their roles and the equipment is operational.
- Ensures that all artillery operations are conducted safely and in accordance with military regulations, preventing accidents and maintaining discipline within the section.
- Responsible for positioning and firing of the howitzer, coordinating with other units to provide effective artillery support during combat operations.
- Being tactfully proficient in multiple weapon platforms, along with base defense operations and offensive patrol combat operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
American Public University System
Charles Town, WV12-2025
Skills
- Leadership
- Training and Development
- Tactical Planning
- Problem-Solving
- Technical Proficiency
- Discipline and Work Ethic
- Communication
- Physical Fitness
- Data processing
- Data reporting
Certification
- Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) military certification.
- Master Driver Trainer military certification.
- Drill Sergeant School.
- Air Assault Certified.
- Basic Leadership Course.
- Advance Leadership Course
- Physical Fitness military certification.
- Marksmanship Trainer military certification.
Timeline
Data Control Specialist
Richland County Sheriff's Department
10.2025 - 11.2025
Brigade Operations Training and Planning NCO
United States Army
06.2024 - 10.2025
Drill Sergeant
United States Army
05.2022 - 05.2024
Howitzer Section Chief
United States Army
01.2017 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
American Public University System