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Summary Over 25 years of managing operations and projects in domestic and international settings to meet established goals within allocated budget and time parameters. Recognized for management of public and private sector personnel to complete programs and projects for the US Army Corps of Engineers and military operations. Acknowledged for experience and expertise in managing the operation of: Logistics/Supply Chain Material Management Information Technology Communications Inspections/Reviews Construction Holds a Secret Clearance Professional Experience in the United States Army Operations Officer Since 2013 As a Lieutenant Colonel in the US Army Corps of Engineers, responsible for overseeing and maintaining the status of all engineering projects spanning over 22 countries. * Provided oversight to 4,400 personnel, and 320 projects worth more than $ 4 billion. * Developed the Engineer Common Operating Procedure to be adopted by the entire Corps of Engineers to determine future actions and funding requirements. * Created a system to evaluate projects and establish which projects require the greatest attention and priority. Senior Advisory and Officer in Charge 2011 - 2012 Stationed in Afghanistan, served as Senior Advisor to a Materials Management Operations Center with the Afghan National Army and part of NATO. * Maintained status reports, situational reports, and prepared briefing materials. * Developed systems and procedures to improve the host-nation's capability to combat terrorism and conduct counterinsurgency operations. Plans and Policy Directorate, Branch Chief 2011 Selected to lead the development through a training and management program geared to Field Force Engineering for the US Army Corps of Engineers. * Point of contact for Department of Defense, Director of Contingency Operations, NATO, military planners, and major subordinate commands in support of construction projects in the US Army Central Command. * Regarded as the subject matter expert for training in Field Force Engineering * Increased individual certifications from 40% to 100%. Jon Christopher Page 2 Deputy Director 2007 - 2009 Serving with the New York National Guard, provided construction oversight for a new National Guard Armory valued at over $60 million. * Ensured projects were completed in accordance with codes and specifications including building renovations, electrical upgrades, and road construction. * Wrote a proposal for a communication system used by civilian and military units to improve operations. System was approved and installed at low costs. * Conducted safety inspections in conjunction with contractor's representatives. Branch Chief 2006 - 2007 Responsible for the planning and the coordination of contingency plans in support of civil authorities during disaster response and recovery operations. * Coordinated the training plans and exercises between the State National Guard and Federal, State, and Local emergency management agencies. * Principle conduit and liaison to both the State Emergency Management Office (SEMO) and the Federal Emergency Management Office (FEMA). Inspector General 2003 - 2006 Staff Advisor to the Adjutant General, Commander, New York National Guard, responsible to ensure regulations and policies were conducted in accordance with military and state statues. * Conducted over 300 cases to include over 100 while deployed to Iraq. * Briefed governors, congressmen, and military leaders on highly classified cases involving fraud, waste and abuse and whistle blower reprisal. Branch Chief 1997 - 2003 Operations Officer responsible for the planning, resourcing, and training for 623 personnel and their equipment valued at $35 million. * Planned the logistical movement of 500 soldiers and their equipment across the country within a six-month period. * Created, wrote, and edited tactical operations manuals and training policies
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