Personnel Manager Resources Specialist

JOHN S. FLANAGAN III

Temple, TX *****

703-***-**** ****.************@*****.***

www.linkedin.com/in/john-flanagan-b5821224/

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Program Manager and Military Veteran with an active Secret Security Clearance and over 17 years of proven experience in policy implementation, organizational leadership, complex planning, and process improvement. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams of 50+ in a dynamic, fast-paced environment both domestically and globally. Managed projects and maintained accountability for $130M in equipment. Adept at coordinating complex tasks, influencing external organizations, building partnerships, and solving problems in a fiscally constrained environment. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism in the workplace. Career supported by a Master of Business Administration in Operations Management from the University of Scranton.

Strategic Planning

Critical Thinking

Quality Assurance

Risk Mitigation

Resource Forecasting

Team Leadership

Research

Staff Development

Task Prioritization

OVERVIEW OF KEY CONTRIBUTIONS

Project Management and Leadership Created plans by adapting technology and best practices that aligned with the scope and vision of the organization to promote schedule, budget, and completion of tasks.

Operations Management Served as the subject matter expert in operations/ project management for global operations. Demonstrated leadership in numerous multinational operations by creating support plans and personnel oversight. Possess a comprehensive background in strategic management and budget execution.

Training and Development Demonstrated the ability to assimilate to new ideas, concepts, methods, and technologies. Dedicated and innovated team builder with a supervisor work ethic.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

United States Army Various Global Locations 2007 – Present

Operations & Planning Manager

Supervised and led a team in the offloading of 4K pieces of equipment from Europe to Texas; moved supplies from 5 ships onto 9 different trains

Accounted for every piece of equipment ahead of schedule, under budget, and without damage

Gathered and analyzed information, identified areas for improvement, drafted findings and recommendations, and prepared reports and other products in accordance with agency guidance and professional standards

Briefed executive managers on all project and personnel matters, statuses, and timelines; provided recommendations to improve the organizations overall performance and workplace environment

Army Division Chief of Operations

Tracked, synchronized, and coordinated all division operations both locally and worldwide daily

Reviewed and processed 100 operations orders per week for general officer review

Controlled an integrated operations center with 20-40 staff members; operated as the lead executor for the implementation of the division’s 20,000 employees

Employed exceptional leadership, management, and oversight of all departments and staff; reviewed and structured departments to optimize use of resources and maximize efficiency and effectiveness

JOHN S. FLANAGAN III PG. 2

Human Resources Specialist

Managed over 3,000 officer positions across the U.S. Army; coordinated with 19 unique organizations to achieve precision personnel management, keeping all 19 within their assigned metrics

Instituted a new organization (SFAB) within the Army in record time (less than 12 months)

Managed pay issues, supervised administrative matters, recommended and prepared members for specialty and leadership selections, and handled disciplinary actions

Briefed executive managers on all project and personnel matters, statuses, and timelines; provided recommendations to improve the organizations overall performance and workplace environment

Personnel Manager (Company Commander)

Trained more than 85 Soldiers for 18 months on the tactical employment of tank formations and supporting equipment; developed junior leaders to be agile and make decision on their own in a climate of teamwork toward a common goal

Ensured program objectives were being met in a timely manner; kept the company focused, while reacting to changing priorities in a dynamic environment

Mentored junior staff on professional development opportunities, promotions, training, and personal/family issues, enabling them to succeed further in their careers and to impact their work/life balance

Continually conducted analysis to provide operational and technical guidance to senior command, staff, teams, and external agencies to fulfill goals and meet objectives

Tank and Dismounted Platoon Leader

Conducted 297 combat patrols in Northern Iraq (Mosul and Kirkuk) leading a 25 Soldier platoon over the course of year through some of the most dangerous locations in Iraq

Improved communication and implemented a team-focused environment, clearly communicated expectations and served as a mediator that resolved conflicts as needed; wrote, communicated, implemented and enforced policy and procedure

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration in Operations Management

University of Scranton, 2017

Bachelor of Arts in Math and Political Science

Marywood University, 2004

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Software: Microsoft Office Suite 365

Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows/ Command Post Computing Environment (CPCE)

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