Manager Executive
Resume:
Christopher R. Solis
San Antonio, Texas 78259 adlome@r.postjobfree.com
linkedin.com/in/christopher-solis-820b276a
Executive Summary
Strategic leader, Military Veteran with Secret-SCI, and over 20 years of extensive experience serving as a personnel manager, senior advisor, international instructor, highly rated personnel recruiter, trainer, and mentor in the United States Army. Proven ability to align with industry best practices and implement an effective fast-paced environment within project management, financial stewardship, and developing multidisciplinary teams to accomplish long-range goals and objectives. Persuasive intellect and negotiation skills with an innate ability to lead work in an interagency environment and implement efficient systems, operating budget oversight, and executive management. Proven ability to establish management controls for directing organizational resources while building systems to empower organizations to achieve financial goals, productivity, efficiency, and consistency.
IT Solutions
Team Leadership
Fundraising Events
Equality and Diversity
Non-profit Management
Performance Management
Strategic Planning
Project Management
Relationship Building
Professional Experience
HQs, U.S. ARMY EUROPE March 2019 - March 2021
Military Exchange Senior Advisor/ Instructor / Writer Ermelo, The Netherlands
Served as an instructor for senior military leadership and strategic management courses at the Dutch Army Royal Military Leadership School (KMS). Function as a member of the point of instruction development team. Plan, coordinate, and represent the US perspective for international events at the KMS. Conduct presentations on cultural diversity, US foreign and NATO policies, and commander-level leadership advising and consulting. Design and evaluate testing and provide professional and cultural liaison within the KMS and other Dutch Army units.
•Initiated a partnership program with US managers and extended influence beyond KMS by serving as a valued Dutch and English guest speaker multiple times.
•Outstanding performance resulted in the US Army's advancement and the Royal Netherlands Army bilateral relationship during this tour of duty as an instructor in the Dutch Leadership Academy.
DEFENSE LANGUAGE INSTITUTE – WASHINGTON / SERGEANTS MAJOR ACADEMY March 2019 - June 2018
Student Arlington, Virginia/Fort Bliss, Texas, United States
Completed a 28-week intensive Dutch Basic Course at ICA Language Services, Arlington, Virginia. Achieved course standards for as a member of Class #1-17 with 1,485 hours of the United States Senior Military Leadership Course.
•Received commendation for exceptional academic performance while serving in a joint, inter-agency environment. Endorsed by senior managers to receive an assignment with a joint, interagency, multinational overseas posting in the Netherlands, due demonstrated ability to make a significant contribution to the U.S. Army.
•Achieved a 98.0% GPA ranking in the top 3% in the class of 706 U.S. and International students.
U.S. ARMY May 2016 - June 2018
Division Operations Director Fort Bliss, Texas, United States
Provided executive-level operations, personnel, and staff management for an 127th Aviation Support Unit and 1st Armored Division’s Combat Aviation Division. Oversaw the daily functions and scheduling of tasking, higher education, and training. Led the accounting and asset management of ammunition, land, and ranges for 2700 Soldiers and Brigade Operation Center.
•Rated #1 of 5 Sergeants Major by the Executive Director.
•Awarded the Meritorious Service Medal, in March 2018, for outstanding performance while serving as the personnel manager.
•Organized and coordinated primary operations in response to EBOLA in Liberia, way-head of the deadlines given, managed ongoing operations in Poland to provide a deterrent supporting NATO allies.
U.S. ARMY July 2015 - April 2016
Personnel / Talent Manager Fort Bliss, Texas, United States
Led and monitored the health, welfare, training, and morale of 360 employees and 34 civilian contractors. Maintained accountability of maintenance and repair equipment to support 111 helicopters, valued over $25M, and managed unit operations. Monitored and directed budgeting, training, and schools for enlisted Soldiers from over 23 Military Occupational Specialties. Addressed issues legally impacted the organization, including quality control and integration of updated army regulations and inclusiveness, racism, gender issues, cultural bias, and annual equal opportunity training.
•Rated #1 of 5 Managers by the Chief Executive Officer.
•Enforced strict adherence to supply economy and the conservation of resources by performing DEPOT level repairs, effectively saving the Army over $20M.
U.S. ARMY August 2011 - June 2015
Personnel / Talent Manager Ansbach, Bavaria, Germany Afghanistan
Led 200 personnel for a corporate headquarters company, 12th Combat Aviation Division in Europe deployed in support of US Army Europe. Facilitated deployments to Germany, Poland, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Provided aviation maintenance support for multiple USAREUR and NATO forces and served as the director’s primary advisor and representative in all matters involving personnel management, preventative maintenance of aircraft, and implementation of standards and discipline while directing all aspects of training and professional development.
•Rated #1 of 26 Personnel Managers by the Chief Executive Officer.
•Demonstrated leadership while serving in critical upper-level management positions within the 12th CAB and as a personnel manager for four separate companies in three different and distinct organizations across the division.
U.S. ARMY September 2005 - July 2011
Senior Helicopter Crew Chief Illesheim, Bavaria, Germany Iraq
Led 32 personnel as the Senior Helicopter Crew Chief for an Attack Reconnaissance Unit in U.S. Army Europe, forward deployed in the CENTCOM AOR. Managed daily launching and recovery of Aerial Weapons Teams and directed combat missions. Oversaw budget development, quality controls, asset tracking and scheduled preventative maintenance tasks and aircraft phase flow. Advised the director on aircraft readiness. Provided direct oversight of unit aircrafts, inventory, special tools and associated ground and air support equipment valued at over $260M.
•Rated #1 of 12 Managers by the Chief Executive Officer.
•Streamlined and enforced strict adherence to supply economy and preventative maintenance to provide a cost savings of over $20M. Identified as a pillar supporting the unit’s daily combat mission taskings through concentration and diligence in managing maintenance operations and dedication to the welfare of the Soldiers.
•Developed a phase maintenance program which increased productivity and reduced time. Developed internal Standard Operating Procedures to manage individual equipment accountability and verification.
U.S. ARMY July 2001 - August 2005
Recruiter / Senior Manager / Station Director San Antonio, Texas, United States
Led eight personnel in conducting marketing strategies, prospecting, processing, hiring, and enlisting qualified young men and women into the U.S. Army. Interview and advise applicants concerning the U.S. Army and its benefits. Maintained close working relationships with all educational institutions. Provided recruitment and represented the U.S. Army in the civilian community while promoting the Army’s image.
•Handpicked to handle complex communities due to excellent ability to manage public relations and interpersonal skills among 35 other field recruiters.
•Selected over 136 other Senior Managers to manage a sizeable recruiting station. Responsible for covering over 3600 square miles, 23 high schools, two colleges, and one Texas WorkForce commission which resulted in monthly and quarterly mission success for a five consecutive month output.
education / training
Master of Liberal Arts: Public Administration MPA, University of Texas – El Paso, Texas, Anticipated: August 2021
Bachelor of Arts: Organizational Development, University of the Incarnate Word – San Antonio, Texas
Associate of Arts: General Studies, University of the Incarnate Word – San Antonio, Texas
U.S. Army Instructor Course: March 2018
Environmental Law and Policy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill: November 2016
Global Financial Crisis, Yale School of Management: November 2016
Refrigerant Handling, EPA Section 608 Certification: March 1997
Languages: English (Native), Dutch (Professional Working), German (Limited Working), Spanish (Limited Working)
HONORS-AWARDS
Bronze Star Medal (2nd Award), Air Medal, Honorable Order of Saint Michael, Meritorious Service Medal (5th Award), Army Commendation Medal (3rd Award)
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