Senior U.S. Army manager, Director of Training

JOSE R. DAVIS, M.A., M.S.

785-***-**** • ****.*****@**.****.***

CHIEF OF OPERATIONS • DIRECTOR OF TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT • ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER

Experience-backed Judgment / Strategic Planning / Program & Staff Development / Executive Management

March 4, 2014

Attn: Human Resource / Talent Management

Ref: Application for Management positions

Dear Sir/Madam:

As an accomplished senior-level U.S. Army Officer, I have served within unique and demandi ng units on high-

profile assignments worldwide. The enclosed resume outlines my experience, highlights of which are included

in the following:

• Leadership: Provided visionary leadership required to lead and direct large organizations and small

teams while designing and developing specialized research operations for new and emerging projects. I

was responsible for overseeing the readiness, productivity, and safety of a principal staff and 500

personnel across an organization’s entire footprint under very demanding conditions and developing

solutions to the most challenging problems.

• Strategic Planning: I have directed strategy and planning engagements that guide organizations in

making informed, forward-thinking decisions at the strategic and tactical levels. By restructuring and

managing change, I accomplished 100% of the required targeted goals despite being challenged with a

65% reduction in personnel and a 40% budget reduction.

• Team Building: I possess a passion to encourage, coach and mentor a diverse and multifaceted

workforce as well as oversee their training and development in order to achieve company success. I

have cross-functional management experience in administering and guiding multi -unit/multi-state

operations supporting 8,000 personnel.

With the above said, I welcome a meeting at your convenience to discuss available opportunities and how I can

put my strengths to work for your outstanding company.

Thank you for your time and favorable consideration, as I look forward to your reply.

Sincerely,

Jose R. Davis

Enclosure/Attachment

JOSE R. DAVIS, M.A., M.S.

785-***-**** • ****.*****@**.****.***

CHIEF OF OPERATIONS • DIRECTOR OF TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT • ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGER

Experience-backed Judgment / Strategic Planning / Program & Staff Development / Executive Management

Senior Manager and transformative Leader. Assess current and future trends, guiding organizations in making

informed management decisions at both the strategic and tactical levels. Quickly analyze complex information;

identify areas needing improvement and resolve critical issues while holding teams accountable for their

contributions. Driven by challenge and recognized for clear decision-making under pressure, thriving in diverse

and fast-paced settings.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• • •

Strategy, Execution & Management Team Development & Leadership Contract Management

• • •

Operations Mgmt & Quality Assurance Staff Training & Development Performance Management

• • •

Human Resources & EEO Continuous Process Improvement Strategic Partnerships

• • •

Manage Workplace Diversity Continuity of Operations Plan Value-Oriented

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

UNITED STATES ARMY; FT. LEAVENWORTH, KANSAS 2010-PRESENT

DIRECTOR OF TRAINING

Supervise, lead, and evaluate a one-of-a-kind resident training program, supporting a $200 million contract

for the development and socio-cultural training of deploying military and civilian personnel. Identify and

establish priorities, develop work plans, set quality and performance standards, manage and acquire

resources. Serve as principal advisor for onsite contracting representative for quality assurance, inspections,

and compliance of legal and regulatory guidelines. Manage aspects of human resources for contract

personnel, senior military, and Department of the Army civilians. Ensure full support of EEO program.

Key Successes and Achievements:

• Substantially improved, through leadership and decision making, the new design and innovation of a

training curriculum. This resulted in the creation and implementation of a shortened curriculum by nearly

50% in training days, providing significant savings in contract and revenue expenditures; all the while

ensuring on-target delivery of all deployment criteria as demanded by the U.S. Army.

• Initiated, directed and approved training objectives, learning strategies and curricula that established the

program’s first individual track training modules and reorganized an improved end of course training

exercise certification process. This has resulted in a 25% improvement in retention and deployment rates.

• Led the staff reorganization and work performance by successfully managing through a difficult 65% staff

reduction due to an un-forecasted budget decrease while completing required training tasks on time.

• Assembled and successfully supervised and motivated a diverse workforce comprising of three (3) branch

chiefs and a cross-functional staff of 40-60 personnel, which encompassed high-level executive officers,

managers and subordinates; evaluated contract performance, prepared employee appraisals, and increased

employee morale through awards, incentives and recognition.

• Managed the process for change management and continuous improvement of productivity as well as

increasing the quality of work, which previously was non-existent in the program’s 6-year existence.

JOSE R. DAVIS, M.A., M.S.

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UNITED STATES ARMY; IRAQ 2009-2010

SUPERVISOR • TEAM LEADER

Supervise, lead and integrate an Army innovative program for a Social-Cultural Analysis Team in a fast-

paced operational environment. Plan and conduct primary and secondary social science research and

region-wide studies in order to inform U.S. and military coalition decision-makers on socio-cultural effects

and impacts in the area of operations.

Key Successes and Achievements:

• Led the integration of the team's socio-cultural research effort and products to synchronize with a U.S.

Army division's operations and decision-making process. This enabled the research information to be used

for resolving problems in a complex environment supporting nearly 40,000 troops.

• Collected, analyzed and reported socio-cultural data and trends from region-wide interviews. Reported key

information derived from research operations, which resulted in the development for the commanding

general’s common operating picture for the human domain and further led to a creation of weekly briefs to

the commander and staff.

• Established partnerships with various working groups and key stakeholders such as the State Department’s

Political Advisor, a Cultural Advisor, a Provincial Reconstruction Team, a Civil Affairs unit, and other

human geographical teams, which enabled socio-cultural information to be integrated for plans involving

Iraq’s national election.

• Developed the first region-wide study using Social Science Research Analysis questionnaires and polling

on the populace's perceptions of the U.S. Responsible Drawdown of Forces in Iraq.

KANSAS NATIONAL GUARD; TOPEKA, KANSAS 2006-2009

DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC PLANS, TRAINING, EDUCATION AND EXERCISE

Direct and implement policies, procedures and strategic planning guidance for the Kansas Adjutant General’s

Department and its three divisions of the Military, Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Serve as

the principal advisor to state and national agencies on national exercise directives, joint training and

education, and the international relations program with the country of Armenia and the U.S. State

Partnership Program. Manage an annual financial plan and perform budget forecast.

Key Successes and Achievements:

• Led the planning, integration and publication of the Department's first Joint Strategic Plan for the State of

Kansas’ three divisions of the Military, Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Developed the

short, mid and long-term goals which were balanced against priorities and resources.

• Selected by peers of 54 states/territories to serve as the National Chair for a Strategic Plans Committee.

Served as the State's principal liaison with U.S. Northern Command on three national level exercises.

• Developed, maintained and tested the Department’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) in support of

the Kansas response plan. Designed training methods and conducted assessments and evaluations through

formal and informal training programs.

• Advocated support for leading change. Facilitated the Department's continual organizational

transformation to joint operations based on lessons learned from Hurricane Katrina, 9-11 terrorist attacks

and two other federally declared state disasters.

• Planned and coordinated the first Kansas military led exercise on Pandemic Flu with over 16 federal and

state agencies participating, which enhanced the interagency, state and federal cooperation. The

outstanding exercise planning and execution received national attention.

• Provided oversight of the international State Partnership Program for the country of Armenia. Coordinated

11 international events in support of the U.S. Government Security Cooperation involving military-

military, civilian-civilian and military-civilian program exchanges.

JOSE R. DAVIS, M.A., M.S.

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ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

2004-2006 Intelligence Specialist Kansas National Guard Topeka, KS

2003-2004 Military Student (1 of 21 reservists selected nationally) U.S. Army War College Carlisle, PA

Command Program Specialist • Operations Director

1999-2003 Kansas National Guard Topeka, KS

1996-1999 Chief, Administrative Support Services Kansas National Guard Topeka, KS

Administrative Manager • Fire Support Officer

1993-1996 Kansas National Guard Ottawa, KS

State Family Coordinator • Community Relations Mgr

1991-1993 Kansas National Guard Topeka, KS

1989-1991 Sales Manager Toys R Us Topeka, KS

Military Student • Aide de Camp

1988-1989 U.S. Army Ft. Sill, OK

Unit Manager • Adjutant, Aerial Observer

1985-1988 U.S. Army Ft. Riley, KS

EDUCATION: M.A. in Strategic Studies, U.S. Army War College; Carlisle, Pennsylvania

M.S. in Management, Baker University; Topeka, Kansas

B.A. in Political Science, Kansas State University; Manhattan, Kansas

Contractor Officer’s Representative; Supervisor Development; National Incident

TRAINING:

Management System–FEMA

AWARDS: Legion of Merit Medal; Bronze Star Medal; Iraq Campaign Medal with Campaign Star;

Air Force Commendation Medal; Recognized with numerous Superior Service Awards as

a Military Technician

HONORS: Received Top 10% recognition for military schools attended

Selected to Chair a National Committee by colleagues of 54 states and territories

Recognized for leadership role in three separate Governor’s Inaugural ceremonies

AFFILIATIONS: National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS), Lifetime Member

National Guard Association of Kansas (NGAKS), various Chairs and Lifetime Member

Order Knights of Columbus, Volunteer and Member

American Legion, Member

Association of the US Army (AUSA), Past Chapter President and member

CLEARANCE: Colonel, U.S. Army (retired) with DOD Top Secret Security Clearance

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