What are your regions of responsibility?
I am responsible for New Mexico to include Holloman AFB, White Sands Missile Range, Cannon AFB, Kirkland AFB, McGreggor and Stallion Range, and the bordering Fort Bliss Army Base in Texas.
Tell us about your career before you began working as a DSR. For example, any military service or previous DLA roles?
My DOW career started as an Air Force civilian, working as a budget analyst for the test squadron, which is where I really cut my teeth on budget management, backed by my bachelor’s in finance, and it is a foundation I still take pride in today. From there, I moved into a program analyst role at the Defense Health Agency, covering medical expenses and performance reporting, before rounding out my background in budget and contract administration and resource management.
What is the value that you see about your role as a DSR?
A DSR sits at a genuinely important intersection — helping units and agencies responsibly close the loop on property so resources can be reallocated, reused, or properly retired. Every item processed correctly is one less bottleneck for the warfighter and one more dollar or asset that can be put back to good use.
Is there a memorable moment as a DSR that stands out for you and why do you find that one unique?
One that stands out for me is when I was conducting a Receipt in Place for a training device originally valued at $2,584,913 — one of only two ever built. Processing an asset that rare and that high in value is not something that comes across your desk every day, and it really drove home the range of what this job touches. It’s a good reminder that every transaction, no matter how unusual, must be handled with the same level of precision and care.
What advice would you give to someone who is new to using the services of a DSR?
Don’t wait until the last minute — loop in your DSR early. The earlier we’re in the conversation, the smoother the process goes.
What is the #1 tip you give to the warfighter/customer?
Documentation is your best friend. Clean records up front save everyone time on the back end. Make sure the certificates you attach are true and verified.
What is your favorite part about your job?
My favorite part of the job is the variety and unpredictability. I never quite know what will come across my desk next, whether it’s routine equipment or something like that one-of-two training device. It keeps the work genuinely interesting, and there is real satisfaction in knowing we’re helping to free up resources that can support the missions elsewhere.
Anything you’d like to share about your life outside of work? (Hobbies, interests, favorite books or quotes, etc.)
Outside of the office, I dedicate my time to family. Whether it’s a sporting event for my kids, a get together with extended family members, or a day at the lake fishing and swimming. Spending time with them is my peace and happiness.