Christen Wilkerson
Evans
Summary
Mission-driven leader with 23 years of active duty service in the U.S. Air Force, specializing in workforce development, talent management, and leadership training. Proven success in mentoring, advising, and developing diverse teams across joint intelligence operations. Certified instructor with extensive experience in curriculum design, strategic advising, and interpersonal communication. Passionate about empowering individuals and guiding career growth in academic, corporate, and government settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Development Advisor
480th ISR Group
Fort Gordon
10.2022 - Current
- Leads professional development for 1,100+ joint personnel across 6 squadrons and 4 wings.
- Advises commanders and supervisors on retention, force management, and career planning.
- Oversees the curriculum for 50+ courses annually.
- Facilitates workshops to improve communication between teams and stakeholders.
- Creates communication materials such as presentations, brochures, and newsletters that promote development initiatives.
- Advises leadership team on policy issues related to development initiatives.
- Explains goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Uses role-playing, lectures, and simulations to present information in variety of instructional techniques and formats.
- Works collaboratively across departments and with various stakeholders to deliver comprehensive, effective training sessions.
Talent Management Advisor
480 ISR Group
Fort Gordon
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Advised NSA-Georgia and Air Force commanders on manpower policies and strategic workforce planning.
- Developed enlisted talent framework aligned with national mission sets.
- Collaborated with managers to identify staffing needs and skill gaps.
- Supported succession planning efforts to ensure leadership continuity.
- Advised leadership on best practices for talent management initiatives.
Senior Enlisted Leader, Workforce Development
NSA-Georgia
Fort Gordon
01.2019 - 06.2021
- Directed career development strategy for 4,000 personnel.
- Managed $300K budget and led a 20-member team in training, recognition, and development initiatives.
- Mentored team members, fostering skills development and professional growth.
- Facilitated communication between leadership and enlisted personnel to address concerns.
- Provided mentorship, guidance and leadership to junior enlisted personnel.
- Assisted in developing long-term organizational goals and objectives in conjunction with senior management staff members.
- Managed administrative functions such as awards, evaluations, promotions, discipline and separations actions.
- Maintained positive relationships with other service branches and civilian organizations.
Senior Enlisted Leader, JOIO-B
NSA-Georgia
Fort Gordon
07.2016 - 01.2019
- Directed 194 joint personnel executing SIGINT operations for CENTCOM, SOCOM, EUCOM, and AFRICOM.
- Managed $497M in ISR assets and personnel development.
- Directed training programs for junior enlisted members to enhance operational readiness.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining high standards of discipline and professionalism.
- Facilitated communication between leadership and enlisted personnel to streamline workflows.
- Mentored team members, providing guidance on career development and personal growth.
- Led initiatives to improve morale and cohesion among team members during missions.
- Evaluated performance of subordinates, delivering constructive feedback and performance reviews.
Education
Master of Arts - Diplomacy
Norwich University
Northfield, VT06-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA06-2013
Associate of Arts - Communications Applications Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL05-2009
Associate of Arts -
Northwest Iowa Community College
Sheldon, IA12-2000
Skills
- Program development
- Curriculum oversight
- Policy advising
- Workshop facilitation
- Talent management strategy
- Career and academic advising
- Leadership development and coaching
- Instructional design and facilitation
- Cross-cultural communication
- Intelligence operations and analysis
Languages
Pashto
Professional
Arabic
Limited
Timeline
Development Advisor
480th ISR Group
10.2022 - Current
Talent Management Advisor
480 ISR Group
06.2021 - 10.2022
Senior Enlisted Leader, Workforce Development
NSA-Georgia
01.2019 - 06.2021
Senior Enlisted Leader, JOIO-B
NSA-Georgia
07.2016 - 01.2019
Master of Arts - Diplomacy
Norwich University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
University of Iowa
Associate of Arts - Communications Applications Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Arts -
Northwest Iowa Community College