Gerard G. Couvillion
Bulverde,USA
Summary
Dynamic and influential executive with more than 30 years of progressively broader experience as a USAF officer (retired as a Colonel in 2014). Entrusted to lead organizations of more than 300 military and civilian personnel managing 145 Human Resources (HR) programs affecting 300K military service members, family members, and government civilians worldwide. Served as the second highest leader in the Air Force’s talent management community, developing and implementing strategic plans and policies to balance and align the workforce with top-level priorities and emerging requirements. Possesses a deep-rooted knowledge of Department of the Air Force (DAF), Department of Defense (DOD), and Joint Staff personnel policies focused on the full spectrum of HR management. Sterling reputation as a trusted expert advisor to senior officials, stakeholders, customers, subordinates, and partners. Poised to leverage leadership, strategic perspective, and vast technical expertise to direct complex programs through major change and challenge.
Professional leader with strong record of driving organizational success and fostering team collaboration. Adept at strategic planning, project management, and policy development. Known for flexibility in dynamic environments and results-driven mindset. Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills that ensure consistent achievement of goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Director, Military Personnel Programs
HQ AFPC/DP3
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Responsible for interpreting and implementing policies; executing authorities; developing guidance, standards and processes; coordinating and deploying standards, systems, programs, procedures and actions for Department of the Air Force (DAF) military personnel programs portfolio
- Oversaw and led a team of four divisions covering the full portfolio of military personnel programs for the DAF
- Expertly led the Directorate during a six-month gap with full responsibility and accountability for Military and Civilian Personnel Policy execution
- AFPC and DAF lead and recognized expert for all COVID military personnel actions
- Birthed the idea of a COVID dashboard that became the go-to source for all personnel data related to the COVID pandemic
- Information was used to brief Congress, the most senior members of the DAF, A1s/J1s, and the commanders of both services
- Developed thought leadership around specific topics and emerging practice areas in support of budget, financial and operational goals.
- Liaised between organization and affiliates and managed networking relationships with funders, partners and vendors.
- Enhanced communication within the organization through regular interdepartmental meetings and updates.
- Modernized operations with strategic process improvements.
- Monitored performance metrics, analyzing trends to identify areas requiring attention or improvement.
- Collaborated with other department heads to ensure smooth functioning of organizational activities.
- Ensured regulatory compliance across all departments through diligent monitoring of policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to successfully execute large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Determined agenda, developed plans and oversaw implementation of programs and updates.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting collaboration, transparency, and open communication among team members.
- Oversaw project management efforts, ensuring timely completion of projects within allocated budgets and scope.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
- Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to facilitate successful collaborations on joint projects.
Force Development Program Analyst
HQ AETC/A3K
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Responsible for oversight, management, and execution of the Force Development Council, Air Force Learning Committee, and the Air Force Education Requirements Board for the Department of the Air Force
- Members include 30+ 2 and-3 star general officers and SES’ from across the DAF
- Write, staff, and adjudicate senior officer correspondence to include 3 and 4 general officers and SES’ within the DAF
- Required to adjudicate differences and find common ground with Key Stakeholders from all USAF major commands
- Led cross-functional team to develop additional COAs for Federally mandated implementation of Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) for the DAF
- Selected to lead a team from 12 different organizations from across the DAF to study and make recommendations to the Force Development Council on the method the USAF uses to select pilots
Senior Aerospace Science Instructor
Northside Independent School District
07.2016 - 07.2019
- Responsible for leading, managing, and implementing the overall JROTC unit program according to national, state, and district standards
- Works & directly supervises two other assigned instructors in promoting cadet intellectual, social, patriotic, character education, and physical growth
- Responsible for managing and implementing the military service's national education curriculum and program requirements
Strategic Accounts Transition Manager
Dahill Office Technology
08.2015 - 07.2016
- Direct responsibility for implementing and transitioning all new strategic accounts upon award
- Oversee, develop implementation plan and timelines, monitor, and manage more than $26M in current accounts
Director of Operations
Genesis Concepts & Consultants
05.2014 - 06.2015
- Oversaw and managed day-to-day operations of the company
- Responsibilities included Human Resources (HR), Information Technology (IT), administration, and payroll programs in support of 35 employees
Director, Personnel Services
Air Force Personnel Center
01.2012 - 06.2014
- Directed and prioritized activities of a multifunctional team of over 240 personnel spread across two Divisions (each led by a Colonel)
- Constantly assessed workload and strove to achieve balance between day-to-day operational needs and overarching goals
- Evaluated requests for additional resources against strategic priorities and available resources
- Set and adjusted short-term priorities and prepared schedules, optimizing staff and resources
- Established metric and analysis systems to assess efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with regulatory procedures
- Advised senior officials and stakeholders on a broad range of program areas and policies
Deputy Director, Assignments
Air Force Personnel Center
11.2010 - 01.2012
- Led a diverse team of more than 300 military and civilian personnel spread across seven divisions
- Managed a $1.3B annual budget
- Oversaw all position assignment actions for all Air Force personnel, except some of the most senior leadership
- Planned, prioritized, and oversaw numerous workforce functions through subordinate supervisors
- Heard and resolved group grievances and employee complaints
- Set clear performance expectations, then appraised performance, provided counseling and mentoring, and recommended awards
Chief, Joint Officer Management Branch
The Joint Staff/J1
07.2008 - 11.2010
- Served as the principal advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on joint officer assignments and promotions for all four military services
- Applied laws, guidance, policies, and personnel/HR and manpower strategic goals to rectify major concerns in programs operations and resolve broad policy implementation issues
- Personally led the most comprehensive review of the U.S
- Military’s joint duty assignment list in 24 years, which encompassed more than 24K positions worldwide
- Directed a review of 12K positions from numerous functional areas and used findings to develop a new personnel evaluation process that increased productivity by 9%
- Authored a report on Joint Officer Management that went to the House Armed Services Committee (HASC)
Commander
100th Mission Support Squadron
05.2006 - 06.2008
- Directed a workforce of over 180 personnel in providing the full range of HR services and support to 12K service members and their families dispersed throughout the United Kingdom (UK), Norway, and Greece
- Served as primary advisor to several senior officers across multiple countries on all HR issues impacting, military, civilian, family members, and foreign nationals employed by the U.S
- Air Force
- Co-led with SVS/CC, team charged with detailed planning to merge 100 MSS & 100 SVS Squadrons into the 100 FSS in June 2008
- Crafted and implemented the largest strategic-level European plan in the organization’s history for a new civilian personnel evaluation system
Director of Manpower & Personnel
16th Air Force
06.2004 - 05.2006
- Led a 15-member team and served as principal advisor to a three-star General on manpower, personnel, manpower contingency and wartime planning; and total force accountability for all Air Force members deploying to and from the European Theater of operations
- Communicated effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a diverse group of stakeholders, senior officials, subordinates, and foreign partners
- Led a team in direct support of a Presidential mission, successfully filling 342 positions at eight locations within 30 days
- Developed plan and oversaw operations and logistics to transport more than 500 African Union personnel and more than $120K+ of equipment to and from the UK on time
Chief, Casualty Operations Branch
Air Force Personnel Center
04.2001 - 06.2004
- Director of the Air Force’s only Casualty Operations Center, a 24/7/365 operation, for more than three years which includes the 9/11 attack on the United States as well as Operations ENDURING and IRAQI FREEDOM
- Oversaw and led operations in the wake of the Air Force’s largest mass casualty since 1996 when 21 airmen were killed in an aircraft accident in 2001
- Directed world-wide casualty operations in the wake of the 9/11 attacks on the United States
- Led, planned, and directed world-wide classified and unclassified casualty operations in direct support of unconventional and special forces for Operations ENDURING and IRAQI FREEDOM
Sr. Human Resources Manager
Clarke American Checks
07.1999 - 04.2001
- Managed a human resources department in the private sector responsible for all external recruitment and staffing providing direct support for six divisions with 300+ associates
- Selected to start up new recruitment/staffing department; reduced cycle time to fill positions by 25%
- Started the first organized College Recruiting Program
Human Resources Manager
Rio Grande State Center
10.1997 - 07.1999
- Led an HR department in a State of Texas organization responsible for all facets of human resource management for a 150-bed Joint Commission (JCAHO) certified Mental Health- Mental Retardation Hospital
- Led only HR Department in TDMHMR system of 10 hospitals to a perfect score during the 1999 JCAHO compliance review and recertification
Various Roles
Air Force Officer
10.1997 - 07.1999
- Missile Combat Crew Member (1987-1990) – Ellsworth AFB, SD
- Student Pilot, (1991) – Reese AFB, TX
- Personnel Officer and Executive Officer, (1991-1993) – Lackland AFB, TX
- Personnel Officer (MPF Chief), (1993-1995), Laughlin AFB, TX
- Personnel Officer (Assignments) and Executive Officer, (1995-1997), HQ PACAF/DP – Hickam AFB, HI
Education
Master of Arts -
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI1996
Bachelor of Science -
Southwest Texas State University
San Marcos, TX1986
Joint Professional Military Education (PME) Phase II -
Joint Forces Staff College
Norfolk, VA2010
Air War College -
Air University
Montgomery, AL2006
Air Command & Staff College -
Air University
Montgomery, AL2001
Squadron Officers School -
Air University
Montgomery, AL1992
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Change Management
- Program Management
- Program implementation
- Policy analysis
- Program Oversight
- Organizational Development
- Innovation management
- Change planning
- Operations Management
- Staff Management
- Crisis Management
- Project Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Meeting facilitation
- Workforce Planning
- Human Resources
- Corporate Governance
- Consulting
- Strategic projects
- Leadership and People Development
- Planning and coordination
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Program Administration
Personal Information
Title: Colonel, USAF (ret)
Certification
- Joint Professional Military Education (PME) Phase II
- Designated as a Joint Qualified Officer by Secretary of Defense
- Air War College
- Contingency Wartime Planners Course (CWPC)
- Air Command & Staff College
- Squadron Officers School
Securityclearance
Secret (Top Secret SCI/DCID eligible and previously held)
Timeline
Deputy Director, Military Personnel Programs
HQ AFPC/DP3
08.2021 - 08.2023
Force Development Program Analyst
HQ AETC/A3K
08.2019 - 08.2021
Senior Aerospace Science Instructor
Northside Independent School District
07.2016 - 07.2019
Strategic Accounts Transition Manager
Dahill Office Technology
08.2015 - 07.2016
Director of Operations
Genesis Concepts & Consultants
05.2014 - 06.2015
Director, Personnel Services
Air Force Personnel Center
01.2012 - 06.2014
Deputy Director, Assignments
Air Force Personnel Center
11.2010 - 01.2012
Chief, Joint Officer Management Branch
The Joint Staff/J1
07.2008 - 11.2010
Commander
100th Mission Support Squadron
05.2006 - 06.2008
Director of Manpower & Personnel
16th Air Force
06.2004 - 05.2006
Chief, Casualty Operations Branch
Air Force Personnel Center
04.2001 - 06.2004
Sr. Human Resources Manager
Clarke American Checks
07.1999 - 04.2001
Human Resources Manager
Rio Grande State Center
10.1997 - 07.1999
Various Roles
Air Force Officer
10.1997 - 07.1999
- Joint Professional Military Education (PME) Phase II
- Designated as a Joint Qualified Officer by Secretary of Defense
- Air War College
- Contingency Wartime Planners Course (CWPC)
- Air Command & Staff College
- Squadron Officers School
Master of Arts -
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science -
Southwest Texas State University
Joint Professional Military Education (PME) Phase II -
Joint Forces Staff College
Air War College -
Air University
Air Command & Staff College -
Air University
Squadron Officers School -
Air University
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