Open To Work
Brian Crawford
Baton Rouge
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at the United States Army, specializing in performance management and talent development. Proven track record in reducing turnover by 90% through strategic workforce planning and effective coaching. Adept at leveraging workforce analytics to drive organizational success and enhance leadership capabilities across diverse teams.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Instructor
United States Army (National Guard)
01.2025 - Current
- Led leadership development pipelines, equipping future officers with structured training and scenario-based learning.
- Conducted performance coaching sessions to address skill gaps and enhance completion rates.
- Facilitated senior-level briefings on performance expectations and leadership readiness.
- Implemented hands-on exercises, enhancing tactical decision-making under pressure.
Program Specialist
GOHSEP
Baton Rouge
01.2025 - 02.2026
- Ensured statewide compliance with federal employment and safety standards through effective oversight of training programs.
- Developed frameworks for promotion linking performance metrics to career progression.
- Designed performance dashboards and executive reports to enhance workforce visibility and strategic planning.
- Advised department leaders on workforce planning and development of succession pipelines.
- Facilitated Train-the-Trainer workshops to promote adoption of performance and readiness standards.
Company Commander
United States Army
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Directed workforce development and succession planning strategies for 100+ personnel across multiple specialties.
- Achieved a 100% staffing fill rate within 12 months through targeted recruitment and onboarding systems.
- Oversaw quarterly and annual performance review cycles aligning evaluations with promotion and compensation decisions using HRIS-equivalent systems.
- Developed retention and engagement initiatives reducing voluntary turnover by 90%.
- Delivered executive briefings on workforce metrics, readiness, and strategic initiatives.
Special Project Officer
United States Army
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Designed onboarding and long-term workforce development programs to build sustainable talent pipelines.
- Analyzed workforce and training data to produce executive-ready insights for resource allocation and succession planning.
- Led complex employee relations investigations and conflict resolution initiatives in compliance with EEOC, FMLA, and ADA standards.
- Provided mentorship and leadership coaching to junior officers, strengthening leadership capability and readiness.
Instructor
United States Army - National Guard
Pineville
11.2021 - 02.2023
- Facilitated development of future Army Officers over 18-month training period.
- Delivered structured leadership training via scenario-based learning programs.
- Counseled candidates on professional development and performance gaps to boost completion rates.
- Assisted with classroom instruction as primary and secondary instructor.
Program Specialist
Governor’s Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness
Baton Rouge
01.2019 - 11.2020
- Ensured statewide compliance with federal employment and safety standards through effective oversight of training programs.
- Developed frameworks for promotion linking performance metrics to career progression.
- Designed performance dashboards and executive reports to enhance workforce visibility and strategic planning.
- Advised department leaders on workforce planning and development of succession pipelines.
- Facilitated Train-the-Trainer workshops to promote adoption of performance and readiness standards.
Education
MBA - Human Resources
Louisiana State University of Shreveport
Shreveport, LA01.2024
MS - Homeland Security
Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA01.2018
BA - General Studies
Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA01.2016
Skills
- Performance management
- Talent review and succession planning
- Workforce analytics
- Executive communication and facilitation
- Leadership development and coaching
- Change management
- HRIS data management
- Employee relations and compliance
- Policy development
- Onboarding and talent enablement
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Turnover and attrition analysis
- Strategic workforce planning
Certification
- SHRM-CP
- Certified Faculty Development Instructor
- Master Resilience Trainer
- Leaders Regional Advise & Assist Course
- Platoon Trainer Course
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteHybridOn-SiteSalary Range
$65000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Senior Instructor
United States Army (National Guard)
01.2025 - Current
Program Specialist
GOHSEP
01.2025 - 02.2026
Company Commander
United States Army
01.2023 - 01.2025
Special Project Officer
United States Army
01.2023 - 01.2025
Instructor
United States Army - National Guard
11.2021 - 02.2023
Program Specialist
Governor’s Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness
01.2019 - 11.2020
MBA - Human Resources
Louisiana State University of Shreveport
MS - Homeland Security
Northwestern State University
BA - General Studies
Northwestern State University