Ernest Guillermo
Escondido,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in the United States Marine Corps, skilled in risk assessment and communication. Successfully trained over 200 Marines in critical operations, enhancing readiness and safety. Proven ability to manage teams and resolve complex challenges while maintaining high standards of service and attention to detail.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreign Security Force Advisor Instructor Team Chief
United States Marine Corps
Virginia Beach, United States
10.2019 - 03.2023
- Qualified over 200 senior-level Marines in contingency planning, weapons employment, training, and communication skills.
- Managed eight instructors through ten iterations of a comprehensive three-week program, preparing individuals to operate with foreign security forces.
- Effectively implemented a fire safety and security program for five structures with 40 occupants to be in compliance with base and local laws, rules, and regulations.
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
Oceanside, United States
06.2016 - 10.2019
- Trained 80 individuals in combat and non-combat operations to maintain readiness for future deployments overseas.
- Mentored junior enlisted Marines on leadership and career development opportunities.
- Served as a liaison between higher headquarters staff officers and subordinate units within the battalion.
- Accounted for and maintained over $250,000 worth of mission-critical gear, vehicles, weapons, and equipment.
Marine Security Guard Detachment Commander
United States Marine Corps
05.2013 - 05.2016
- Led 35 Marines in the protection of 2 U.S. Embassies, including personnel and classified material, in collaboration with local guard forces.
- Facilitated training for 35 Marines in handcuffing, force continuum, non-lethal force, and deadly force in 3- to 6-month intervals.
- Orchestrated and sustained procedures for guard rotations, post and relief, and emergency response for six critical security-compromising events.
- Sustained defensive barrier plans, including CCTV monitoring equipment, alarm systems, magnetic security access points, sally port gates, and electronic barriers controlling access for over 200 embassy employees and hundreds of customers.
- Led Marines and local guards in responding to three actual emergencies, including a bomb threat, an intruder threat, and an internal defense against outside aggressors.
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
Kaneohe Bay, HI
01.2009 - 05.2013
- Trained and mentored thirteen Marines and Sailors in combat and non-combat operations, in preparation for two deployments to active combat zones.
- Led a squad of Marines hand-selected from an infantry company to support a major Regimental Combat Team operation to clear enemies from a hostile city.
- Effectively governed and protected a patrol base housing over 20 Marines and foreign soldiers in a hostile environment while conducting combat operations.
- Hand-selected from 12 candidates to augment route security and vehicle checkpoints for a 3-day visit from the U.S. President to Marine Corps Base, Kaneohe Bay.
Combat Instructor
United States Marine Corps
Quantico, United States
12.2006 - 01.2009
- Cultivated critical combat skills for over 500 newly commissioned officers to fulfill their duties and responsibilities as leaders throughout the Marine Corps.
- Coordinated with other instructors to ensure efficient delivery of specialized training courses.
- Instructed and coached over sixty officers in Marine Corps Martial Arts, including lethal and non-lethal hand-to-hand combat.
Infantryman / Team Leader
United States Marine Corps
29 Palms, CA
08.2003 - 12.2006
- Fulfilled the roles and responsibilities of a designated marksman within an infantry squad during combat operations.
- Fulfilled the roles and responsibilities of a light machine gunner within an infantry squad during combat operations.
- Conducted armed security at checkpoints, screening hundreds of local nationals to maintain security within our unit's area of operations.
- Provided security for logistical convoys.
- Guarded critical infrastructures, materials, and personnel at four forward operation bases.
- Educated and commanded 12 Marines during support and security operations in high-threat areas.
Supervisor of Concessions
Regal Cinemas
Tacoma, WA
08.2000 - 08.2002
- Monitoring cash handling procedures to ensure accuracy and security of funds collected from customers.
- Ensuring that all health codes are followed in the preparation of food items.
- Resolving customer complaints regarding concessions services or products in a timely manner.
- Maintaining cleanliness standards throughout all concession areas, including kitchens, counters, dining rooms.
- Organizing and overseeing concession staff, including hiring and training.
- Supervising daily operations at all concession stands, ensuring prompt service to customers.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
American Military University
Charles Town, WVSkills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Risk assessment
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- Awarded the Navy Commendation Medal three times for superior performance of duties while serving as a Marine Security Guard Detachment Commander, Platoon Sergeant, and Foreign Advisor Instructor.
- Awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal three times for superior performance of duties while serving as a Platoon Sergeant and Squad Leader.
- Received two Certificates of Commendation for outstanding performance during combat operations as a Light Machine Gunner and Team Leader.
- Subject of a Meritorious Mast for outstanding performance during combat operations as a Rifleman.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Foreign Security Force Advisor Instructor Team Chief
United States Marine Corps
10.2019 - 03.2023
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
06.2016 - 10.2019
Marine Security Guard Detachment Commander
United States Marine Corps
05.2013 - 05.2016
Infantry Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
01.2009 - 05.2013
Combat Instructor
United States Marine Corps
12.2006 - 01.2009
Infantryman / Team Leader
United States Marine Corps
08.2003 - 12.2006
Supervisor of Concessions
Regal Cinemas
08.2000 - 08.2002
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
American Military University
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