Damon Alvarez
Beaufort,SC
Summary
Accomplished leader from the United States Marine Corps, adept in complex problem-solving and team development. Excelled in creating training programs and leading large-scale operations, significantly enhancing team performance and operational efficiency. Skilled in research and analysis, demonstrating exceptional conflict management. Proven track record of fostering teamwork and achieving critical objectives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Commander, Instructional Training Company
Support Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, USMC
01.2024 - Current
- Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive training programs for water survival techniques, martial arts proficiency, and academic instruction to meet Marine Corps training objectives.
- Direct and supervise a diverse team of instructors and support staff, ensuring adherence to Marine Corps values, standards, and training methodologies.
- Manage all aspects of company operations including resource allocation, budget management, scheduling, and logistics to support efficient and effective training delivery.
- Innovate and adapt training methodologies to enhance the effectiveness and relevance of water survival, martial arts, and academic instruction programs.
- Foster positive relationships with external agencies, community partners, and stakeholders to facilitate support for training initiatives and resource allocation.
Commander, Recruit Training Company
3rd Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, USMC
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Led the largest Company in the Marine Corps of 656 recruits and 40 permanent personnel, composited of Drill Instructors and staff from over 4 different companies.
- Created and enacted a physical fitness regime enabling the success of over 180
recruits, allowing them to continue in training and ultimately earn the title of United States Marine. - Fostered a culture of accountability, teamwork, and discipline among recruits through structured training evolutions and mentorship.
- Directed and supervised a team of drill instructors and support staff, ensuring adherence to Marine Corps values, standards, and training protocols.
- Demonstrated leadership during crisis situations, effectively managing emergencies, and ensuring the safety and well-being of recruits and personnel under high-pressure conditions.
- Collaborated with training specialists and subject matter experts to refine and enhance training curricula based on Marine Corps doctrine, policies, and evolving operational requirements.
Lead Series Commander, Recruit Training Company
Company M, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Provide decisive leadership as the Series Commander, overseeing the daily operations and training activities of multiple platoons within the recruit training company.
- Directly supervise and mentor Platoon Commanders and Drill Instructors, ensuring adherence to Marine Corps values, standards, and training protocols.
- Foster a culture of discipline, teamwork, and esprit de corps among recruits through structured training evolutions and personal mentorship.
Executive Officer, Ordnance Maintenance Company
First Maintenance Battalion
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures, and practices.
- Prepared and drafted new policies to benefit company in meeting objectives.
- Coordinate the provision of all logistical, life support, and communication support requirements necessary to facilitate the accomplishment of Company operations.
Battalion Logistics Officer
1st Maintenance Battalion
04.2020 - 09.2021
- Managed all Logistical Operations for the battalion consisting of over 1200 Marines across three distinct, disaggregated locations between Camp Pendleton, 29 Palms, and Marine Corps Air Station Yuma.
- Supervise and coordinate the actions of the battalion's embarkation, armory, ammunition, motor transport, and supply sections to support training, deployments, and operations across the United States and internationally.
- Provided support to commander and executive staff members, advising them on all logistical matters.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Provided procurement of goods, provision of transportation services, tracking of movement and change to support safe and secure operations.
Assistant Logistics Officer
1st Maintenance Battalion
02.2019 - 04.2020
- Supervised the coordination and conduct of all immediate logistics operations.
- Assisted in developing policies and identify requirements, priorities, and allocations for logistics support.
- Provided overall cognizance and feasibility of support to the Logistics Officer for all operations and support requirements levied on the S-4 shop.
- Informed the Logistics Officer on all matters regarding the battalion logistics concept of operations leveraging both internal and external support.
- Assumed all duties and responsibilities of the Logistics Officer in their absence.
Motor Transport Platoon Commander
H&S Company, 1st Maintenance Battalion
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Accounted for over $2,356,995 worth of equipment across two separate accounts within the Battalion, to include the Armory and H&S Company organic equipment.
- Advised Maintenance Control Officer regarding needed repairs and material readiness.
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
Student Officer, Logistics Operations School
United States Marine Corps
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Mastered the knowledge, skills, and abilities to prepare entry level and lateral move company grade officers for duty in a logistics related billet at the battalion and squadron level.
Student Officer, The Basic School
United States Marine Corps
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Engaged in comprehensive leadership training to develop decision-making abilities, critical thinking skills, and effective communication techniques essential for leading Marines in combat and peacetime environments.
- Embraced and upheld the core values of the Marine Corps—honor, courage, and commitment. Learn the ethical principles and standards that guide Marine Corps officers in their conduct and decision-making.
- Received instruction in infantry tactics, combined arms planning, and small unit operations. Develop proficiency in military skills including land navigation, weapons handling, and battlefield medicine.
- Embraced and uphe;d the core values of the Marine Corps—honor, courage, and commitment. Learned the ethical principles and standards that guide Marine Corps officers in their conduct and decision-making.
Officer Candidate
United States Marine Corps
05.2016 - 09.2017
- Engaged in intensive leadership training focused on developing decision-making abilities, critical thinking skills, and effective communication techniques essential for leading Marines in various operational and tactical environments.
- Acquired proficiency in military skills including land navigation, weapons handling, marksmanship, and close combat techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Norwich University
Northfield08.2018
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Team Development
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Research and analysis
- Reading Comprehension
- Conflict Management
Timeline
Commander, Instructional Training Company
Support Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, USMC
01.2024 - Current
Commander, Recruit Training Company
3rd Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, USMC
05.2023 - 01.2024
Lead Series Commander, Recruit Training Company
Company M, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion
03.2022 - 05.2023
Executive Officer, Ordnance Maintenance Company
First Maintenance Battalion
09.2021 - 03.2022
Battalion Logistics Officer
1st Maintenance Battalion
04.2020 - 09.2021
Assistant Logistics Officer
1st Maintenance Battalion
02.2019 - 04.2020
Motor Transport Platoon Commander
H&S Company, 1st Maintenance Battalion
08.2018 - 01.2019
Student Officer, Logistics Operations School
United States Marine Corps
05.2018 - 08.2018
Student Officer, The Basic School
United States Marine Corps
08.2017 - 05.2018
Officer Candidate
United States Marine Corps
05.2016 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Norwich University
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