Gabriel Pecan
Olympia,WA
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Observer, Coach/Trainer
United States Army
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
03.2021 - Current
- Subject Matter Expert responsible for observing performance, identifying strengths and weaknesses, and delivering constructive feedback to individuals or teams in Active Duty, National Guard and Reserve Component departments and organizations
- Coached, trained, and mentored fifteen department leadership teams, ten organizational command teams and two director staff sections from partner organizations to become high performance teams
- Led 55 After Action Review sessions during a comprehensive training program for new employees in a high-pressure and critical role that required immediate adaptation to new responsibilities and a fastpaced environment for partners in the Montana and California National Guard
- Built effective working relationships internally and externally through thoughtful rapport and deliberate, meticulous coordination
- Worked as a member of a team of experts designing and delivering training programs, assessing competency and guiding individuals to develop over five hundred employees in California, Idaho, Texas, and Montana into more efficient, effective and proficient teams
- Volunteered to be an instructor/evaluator for the first Montana National Guard Expert Infantryman/Skills/Medic Badge event, training and evaluating over 150 soldiers in three tasks
Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
08.2017 - 03.2021
- Effectively led a high performing team of 30-42 multi-functional employees, who were trained and prepared to provide support of national strategic objectives through multiple collective training cycles, in dynamic and austere environments with zero safety incidents
- Managed daily operations, coordinating logistics, personnel assignments, and equipment allocation for multiple projects; provided timely updates and reports to senior management on project status and potential challenges
- Expert in complex operational planning and execution, optimizing resource allocation and maintaining mission readiness under tight deadlines
- Continually conducted performance management and coaching through in-depth analysis of performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implemented corrective actions
- Trained and evaluated 400 employees as an Expert Infantryman Badge station grader; resulted in 22 employees receiving the EIB, the most in the organization
- Led 42-person team during a training rotation to Thailand, Korea and the Philippines over four months, strengthening allied partner relations and improving teams' capabilities
- Developed comprehensive operational procedures to streamline workflows and improve efficiency
- Expert mentor and teacher with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, leveraging experience and skills to develop next generation of leaders
- Utilized crisis management and decision-making skills to quickly adapt to dynamic conditions and implemented solutions allowing mission success regardless of the situations
Weapons Squad Leader
United States Army
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
10.2015 - 08.2017
- Led and trained teams of up to 12 employees, emphasizing teamwork and coordination
- Trained and developed numerous team members and subordinate leaders during complex projects and controlled training scenarios involving the use of simulation or practice equipment in a realistic setting
- Assisted the supervisor by providing expert input in the planning and execution of projects
- Specialist in analyzing operation orders and fragmented orders to interpret the orders' intent and required actions
- Produced numerous types of reports for evaluations, after action reviews, and readiness
- Supported multiple organization echelons fitness initiatives; utilized professional strength coaches to provide a fitness plan for 115 employees
Timeline
Observer, Coach/Trainer
United States Army
03.2021 - Current
Platoon Sergeant
United States Army
08.2017 - 03.2021
Weapons Squad Leader
United States Army
10.2015 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Desert Rose High School
04.2003 - 06.2003
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Education
High School Diploma -
Desert Rose High School
Las Vegas, NV 04.2003 - 06.2003
Skills
- Collaboration
- Operational efficiency
- Performance metrics
- Continuous improvement
- Team building
- Operations management
- Training needs analysis
- Creative problem solving
Affiliations
- National Infantry Association
- Long Range Reconnaissance Association
Work Availability
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