SSgt William Kerkstra

SSgt William Kerkstra

Dates of Service: Dec 2003 - Dec 2012
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Promotions

  • Pvt Feb 04
  • PFC Feb 04
  • LCpl Dec 04
  • Cpl Sep 05
  • Sgt Sep 06
  • SSgt May 09

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Bio 

My military career has been marked by success in part by the wisdom my mentors have possessed. I am looking to reciprocate their hard work by offering my dedication to training and educating future leaders. I enjoy sharing my own experiences to help motivate individuals to try their hardest and deliver results. My passions include honest relationships and personal financial management.

Deployments

(2 years, 8 months)
Oct 2011 - May 2012
Afghanistan ribbon
Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) - Afghanistan
Executed duties as Camp Leatherneck Guard Chief, organizing the physical security of the largest U.S. military installation in Southern Afghanistan. Trained and mentored a detachment of 180 Marines on rules of engagement, escalation of force in order to comply with U.S. strategic initiatives. Awarded (1) Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal.
Feb 2010 - Oct 2010
Afghanistan ribbon
Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) - Afghanistan
Executed duties as 11th Marine's Civil Affairs Team Chief during Operation Moshtarak. Advised strategic level planning with British Government Provincial Reconstruction Teams, United States Department of Agriculture, United States Department of State, and several Non-Government Organizations. Awarded (1) Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal.
Jul 2007 - Jan 2008
Iraq ribbon
Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)
Executed duties as Bravo 1/10's Artillery Electronics Technician, Chief Armory Manager, and Provisional Infantry Squad Leader. Awarded (1) Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal.
Mar 2006 - Oct 2006
Iraq ribbon
Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)
Maintain, troubleshoot and repair AN/TPQ-46 Fire Finder radar system in Hit and Rawah, Iraq. Awarded (1) Certificate of Commendation.

Military Credentials

Individual & Special Skill Schools
Certifications
Foreign Language Skills

2010

Pashto (0/0+)

Additional Specialization(s)
Security Clearance
Secret

Academic Degrees

Academic Degrees

2013 - 2015

Personal Information

Interests
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