Brittany Zurilgen
Wahiawa,HI
Summary
Knowledgeable logistician with a strong background in leadership and personnel management. Proven success in coordinating team operations and enhancing overall efficiency. Demonstrated capability in strategic planning and conflict resolution.
Professional leader with deep experience in military operations and unit management. Expertise in strategic planning, personnel development, and crisis resolution. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving mission objectives. Reliable and adaptable, skilled in communication, leadership, and operational efficiency.
Driven United States Army Detachment Sergeant successful in overseeing training, health, welfare, and morale of service members. Professional in providing accurate and updated status reports regarding operations to commander. Gifted in fostering relationships with personnel to encourage well-being and professional growth.
Experienced with curriculum development, ensuring educational content meets all necessary standards and engages students. Utilizes range of teaching methods to address different learning styles, promoting well-rounded understanding of subjects. Strong understanding of classroom management techniques to maintain productive and respectful learning environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detachment Sergeant – Logistics and Instruction
United States Army
07.2023 - Current
- Lead and mentor personnel across Hawaii, South Korea, and Japan while managing logistics operations valued in the millions of dollars.
- Ensure accuracy and compliance in recordkeeping, verification, and reporting requirements.
- Provide customer service and effective communication to soldiers, civilian staff, and leadership.
- Counseled, advised and mentored personnel to increase career progression by 40%.
Recruiter – Education and Instruction
United States Army
02.2020 - 06.2023
- Counseled high school and college students on scholarships, educational benefits, and career opportunities.
- Delivered classroom presentations, college workshops, and one-on-one guidance with focus on compliance and documentation.
- Resolved student concerns through problem solving and professional communication.
Observer Coach and Trainer
First Army
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Instructed and evaluated units through training exercises and performance reviews.
- Verified readiness and compliance with federal standards and requirements.
- Strengthened organizational performance with accurate feedback and mentoring.
Logistics Manager – Systems Transition
Joint Base Lewis-McChord
09.2011 - 06.2018
- Managed logistics operations during the transition from legacy property systems to a modern enterprise resource system.
- Verified and reconciled equipment and financial records to ensure accuracy, compliance, and accountability.
- Delivered customer service, training, and problem-solving support during organizational change.
Education
Doctor of Strategic Leadership -
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2026
Master of Science - Project Management
Purdue Global University
West Lafayette, IN09.2023
Master of Science - Global Business
Purdue Global University
West Lafayette, IN06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Purdue Global University
West Lafayette, IN01.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Technology
Pierce Community College
Tacoma, WA01.2018
Skills
- Technical and Hard Skills:
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Data Verification and Recordkeeping
- Training Program Development and Instruction
- Property and Asset Management
- Federal Compliance and Policy Adherence
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint)
- Resource Planning and Process Improvement
- Interpersonal and Soft Skills:
- Customer Service and Student or Staff Support
- Effective Written and Verbal Communication
- Leadership and Team Development
- Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
- Organizational and Time Management
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- None at present
- Pursuing Project Management Professional Certification – Expected January 2026
- Pursuing Microsoft Software and Systems Academy Certification – Expected April 2026
- Pursuing Society for Human Resource Management Certification – Expected August 2026
Timeline
Detachment Sergeant – Logistics and Instruction
United States Army
07.2023 - Current
Recruiter – Education and Instruction
United States Army
02.2020 - 06.2023
Observer Coach and Trainer
First Army
06.2018 - 01.2020
Logistics Manager – Systems Transition
Joint Base Lewis-McChord
09.2011 - 06.2018
Doctor of Strategic Leadership -
Liberty University
Master of Science - Project Management
Purdue Global University
Master of Science - Global Business
Purdue Global University
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain and Logistics Management
Purdue Global University
Associate of Applied Science - Technology
Pierce Community College
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