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Work History
Education
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Civilian of the Year for Army Human Resources Command (GS13-14)
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Brian Davis

Elizabethtown

Summary

Branch Chief and Data Scientist with extensive expertise in data analytics and strategic planning, leading teams to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. Adept at utilizing Statistical Analysis System (SAS), Structured Query Language (SQL), and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) to implement data-driven solutions, significantly improving forecasting accuracy and organizational effectiveness. Passionate about advising senior leaders and mentoring teams to drive innovation and achieve measurable impact.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Branch Chief, Data Scientist (GS14)

U.S. Army Human Resource Command (AHRC)
08.2023 - Current
  • Lead data team, enhance decisions, align with priorities, boost efficiency, measurable impact.
  • Advise leaders on data strategy, integrate systems, improve efficiency, drive results.
  • Implement SAS, SQL, VBA, improve forecasting accuracy, achieve substantial results.
  • Evaluate systems, propose solutions, deliver measurable impact, enhance operations.
  • Mentor team, foster growth, enhance capabilities, support development, drive success.

Branch Chief, Operations Research Systems Analyst (ORSA) (GS14)

U.S. Army Human Resource Command (AHRC)
06.2021 - 08.2023
  • Led ORSA team, enhancing policy decisions, improving data accuracy with SAS, VBA, and Microsoft Office tools.
  • Conducted predictive analysis, identified gaps, optimized outcomes, briefed leaders.
  • Ensured efficient planning, movement across domains, influenced strategic decisions.
  • Utilized data modeling for measurable improvements, supported senior leadership directives.
  • Improved policy decisions through detailed analysis, achieving significant impact.
  • Led the ORSA team to refine policy decisions, resulting in enhanced data accuracy and informed strategic planning.

Manpower Distribution Analyst, ORSA (GS13)

U.S. Army Human Resource Command (AHRC)
04.2019 - 06.2021
  • Analyzed data to refine personnel allocation, boosting decision-making and efficiency.
  • Optimized Army resource distribution through strategic algorithmic processes.
  • Implemented data-driven solutions for smooth personnel transitions and command integration.

Senior ORSA (LTC)

Army Reserve Careers Division (ARCD)
05.2016 - 04.2019
  • Led diverse team to enhance retention strategies, achieving strategic goals.
  • Developed models optimizing budget forecasts for retention bonuses.
  • Converted data into insights, briefing decision makers at strategic levels.
  • Aligned programs with directives, improving communication and efficiency.

Manpower Distribution Analyst, ORSA (MAJ)

U.S. Army Human Resource Command (AHRC)
06.2012 - 05.2016
  • Analyzed and refined complex databases to support officer personnel management strategies.
  • Improved personnel distribution processes, affording teams to have the correct blend of assigned personnel.
  • Developed automated tracking systems for manning the force across the personnel life cycles.
  • Collaborated with decision makers to set and analyze measurable objectives.
  • Enhanced readiness-focused processes using SAS and Microsoft Office products to measure and track results.

Manpower Positioning Analyst, ORSA (MAJ)

U.S. Army Recruiting Command (USAREC)
06.2009 - 06.2011
  • Led Graphic Information System (GIS) analysis for 30 U.S. locations, improving strategic alignment and efficiency.
  • Authored safety studies, enhancing accountability and operational effectiveness.
  • Advised on unit relocations, optimizing resource allocation and mission success.
  • Conducted market analysis, supporting strategic decisions with measurable results.
  • Directed analytic cell for directed rebranding, boosting recruitment focus.

Marketing Analyst, ORSA (CPT)

U.S. Army Recruiting Command (USAREC)
04.2004 - 06.2007
  • Analyzed defense market data, guiding recruitment strategies for measurable improvements.
  • Provided courses of action for leaders, enhancing decision-making and strategic evaluations.
  • Trained team in market analysis, improving strategic planning and operational effectiveness.
  • Conducted territory evaluations with GIS software, optimizing geographic responsibilities.
  • Led marketing briefings, developing effective recruiting strategies across battalions.

Education

Master's Degree - Strategic Studies

U.S. Army War College
Carlisle Barracks, PA
07.2025

Master's Degree - Military Arts and Science

U.S. Army Command and General Staff College
Fort Leavenworth, KS
06.2013

Master's Degree - Operations Research

Naval Postgraduate School
Monterey, CA
06.2011

Bachelor's Degree - Mathematics, Minor in Secondary Education

East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN
12.1997

Skills

  • Statistical analysis proficiency
  • Innovation management
  • Branch operations management
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Customer service
  • Customer relationships
  • Decision-making
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong team-builder
  • Team player
  • Goals and performance
  • Verbal/written communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team supervision
  • Reliable

Timeline

Branch Chief, Data Scientist (GS14)

U.S. Army Human Resource Command (AHRC)
08.2023 - Current

Branch Chief, Operations Research Systems Analyst (ORSA) (GS14)

U.S. Army Human Resource Command (AHRC)
06.2021 - 08.2023

Manpower Distribution Analyst, ORSA (GS13)

U.S. Army Human Resource Command (AHRC)
04.2019 - 06.2021

Senior ORSA (LTC)

Army Reserve Careers Division (ARCD)
05.2016 - 04.2019

Manpower Distribution Analyst, ORSA (MAJ)

U.S. Army Human Resource Command (AHRC)
06.2012 - 05.2016

Manpower Positioning Analyst, ORSA (MAJ)

U.S. Army Recruiting Command (USAREC)
06.2009 - 06.2011

Marketing Analyst, ORSA (CPT)

U.S. Army Recruiting Command (USAREC)
04.2004 - 06.2007

Master's Degree - Military Arts and Science

U.S. Army Command and General Staff College

Master's Degree - Operations Research

Naval Postgraduate School

Bachelor's Degree - Mathematics, Minor in Secondary Education

East Tennessee State University

Master's Degree - Strategic Studies

U.S. Army War College

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • SECURITY CLEARANCE
  • TOP SECRET clearance (TS/SCI) (expiring in Apr 2030)
  • MILITARY SERVICE
  • Served from 1997, commissioned as Field Artillery Officer in 2000, retired as Lieutenant Colonel in 2019

Civilian of the Year for Army Human Resources Command (GS13-14)

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