Meet the 15th Wing's new command chief Published Sept. 2, 2015 By Senior Airman Christopher Stoltz 15th Wing Public Affairs JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii -- The 15th Wing Public Affairs office recently sat down with the new 15th Wing command chief master sergeant for this month's Airman spotlight. Q: What's your name and what do you do? "I am Command Chief Jerry Williams and I arrived on island July 29. I am new to the command chief arena. My primary functional background is civil engineering, specifically heating, air conditioning and refrigeration. I am coming here from Aviano, where I was the mission support group superintendent." Q: How many years have you been in the Air Force? "I just crossed the 25-year threshold." Q: How long have you been a Chief Master Sergeant? "Since 2010, so a little over five years." Q: Do you have any family here? "My wife and two children, one daughter and one son, this is also the first time traveling with a pet so that was an interesting experience as well." Q: What do you hope to accomplish during your tenure here as the 15th Wing command chief? "My mindset going into any position is to always leave it a little better than when I found it. So understanding that my predecessor did a fabulous job, but just trying to pick up where he left off and take it to the next level. My concept with anything is try to make a positive difference." Q: Any personal goals? "I have some fitness goals, I like to run a bit, but I want to become a little more consistent in that running and increase the distance I can run. I want to lead by that positive example." Q: Personal leadership philosophies? "First and foremost, servant leadership and keeping a certain level of humility is key. However, my philosophy is you look, listen, learn and then lead. It is easy to be impatient and try to make change too early. If you follow those steps and take the time to follow the steps you will be able to make a long-term, lasting difference." Q: What do you expect out of your Airmen? "The expectation(s) for me are simple. I'm sure you're familiar with the little brown book, so the expectation is to be a good Airman. Follow the guidance that is set forth and lead by that positive example. Also, follow the Air Force core values, making sure we lead and take care of each other - I highly value a strong wingman." Q: Your leaders? "I expect leaders to lead. What I mean by that is sometimes it is difficult to make the hard call. If someone is not doing what they are supposed to, let's hold them accountable. Likewise, if someone is doing a wonderful job let's give them a pat on the back and reward them for it. But we have to be those gatekeepers." Q: Do you love what you do? "Absolutely. I love it because it gives us all the chance to serve our country. And when I say serve my country, I mean taking care of all Americans. Whether it is immediate family or the brethren you serve with at each assignment, it gives us the ability to make a difference for those we may encounter along the journey that we call our military career." Q: Do you have anything else to add? "I am totally excited about being stationed here, likewise I am looking forward to getting out and meeting and greeting all of Team Hickam, and hopefully making a lasting and positive impression." For more information about Chief Williams, or to see more Airman spotlights, visit the 15th Wing Facebook page, or visit www.15wg.af.mil.