Russell C. Smith
Hanahan,SC
Summary
Dynamic logistics professional with extensive experience at the United States Air Force, excelling in emergency response planning and cross-functional team leadership. Achieved timely delivery of $192M in cargo while managing a 15-member team. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and ensure safety during high-stakes events, demonstrating strong communication skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Lead Dispatcher
United States Air Force Active Duty
03.2025 - Current
- Coordinated ground transportation's logistical services across 3 wings, 67 mission partners, 3 GSU's, and 23 K base personnel.
- Managed a 103-vehicle fleet: IAW AFI, AFMAN, and DoD regulations to ensure support for AF's busiest C-17 wing.
- Facilitated 7K transportation requests by providing bus support to move over 35K aircrew members, generated 6K flights, delivered 32 cargo tons.
- Supervised 23 individuals and oversaw 800 transportation requests.
- Executed delivery of 123 mission capable parts worth $2.8M for 40 C-17 fleet valued at $9B.
- Supported base's 24/7 shuttle operation for 57 units/coalition forces, completed 5K runs, moving 99K passengers across 300K miles.
- Assisted in devising and executing tactical strategies, contributing to operational orders and contingency planning.
NCOIC - Documented Cargo
U.S. Air Force Active Duty
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Managed 15-member team to deliver over $45K assets valued at $45M to over 27 organizations.
- Led a 200-mile motor match to deliver and place 25K of Force Protection barriers.
- Provided safety for 30 aircraft and 70K spectators, saving $600K for the Heroes of Flight airshow.
- Oversaw documented cargo operations, taught 10 Airmen, completed 18 upgrade training tasks, handled delivery of 80K parts worth $192M, ensured on-time delivery for 12K cargo tons worldwide.
- Provided training on low-boy trailer operations to six personnel, moved 13 cargo tons for POTUS support saving $38K in carrier costs.
- Authored new driving support plan for 27 agencies which alleviated a 12-month back log on delinquent document listing, which saved 520-man hours annually.
Ground Transportation Support Operator
US Air Force Active Duty
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Executed
Ground Transportation Support Operator
United States Air Force, Active Duty
08.2021 - 10.2022
Ground Transportation Support Operator
United States Air Force, Active Duty
04.2019 - 08.2021
Education
36 Credits of Course Work - Logistics Transportation Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, ALSkills
- Scheduling expertise
- Inventory & supply management
- Workplace safety
- Employee training
- Resource allocation
- Coaching and mentoring
- Operations monitoring
- Staff supervision
Timeline
Shift Lead Dispatcher
United States Air Force Active Duty
03.2025 - Current
NCOIC - Documented Cargo
U.S. Air Force Active Duty
02.2024 - 03.2025
Ground Transportation Support Operator
US Air Force Active Duty
10.2022 - 02.2024
Ground Transportation Support Operator
United States Air Force, Active Duty
08.2021 - 10.2022
Ground Transportation Support Operator
United States Air Force, Active Duty
04.2019 - 08.2021
36 Credits of Course Work - Logistics Transportation Management
Community College of The Air Force
Achievements
- USAF Achievement Medal - Meritorious Service
Air Force Achievements
- Air and Space Achievement Medal
- Meritorious Unit Award
- Air and Space Outstanding Unit Award
- Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
- Armed Forces Service Medal
- Nuclear Deterrence Operations Service Medal
Air Force Basic Training
Joint Base Lackland, Texas
December 2018