Jeff Smith
Bonifay,FL
Summary
Proven leader and strategic integrator with over 36 years of success in operational management, team development, and organizational execution across complex environments. Adept at aligning organizational goals, optimizing resources, and fostering collaboration to achieve measurable outcomes. Skilled in integrating visionary leadership and pragmatic execution to drive operational harmony and scalable growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of the Joint Staff
Alabama National Guard
01.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded the strategic integration of Joint, State Army and Air Guard operations, overseeing readiness and training for 13,000 servicemembers and civilian employees.
- Implemented the Alabama National Guard’s Joint Strategic Guidance 2022-2042, streamlining communication and decision-making across all organizations.
- Directed over a multi-faceted $550 million dollar budget in areas such as training, cybersecurity, diversity initiatives, and contingency planning, resulting in enhanced operational readiness.
- Fostered partnerships with state, federal, and international stakeholders, including the Romanian State Partnership Program, to build robust operational capabilities.
Chief of Staff
Alabama Army National Guard
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Led statewide initiatives to enhance operational readiness, culminating in the successful execution of a $359 million budget at 99.9% efficiency.
- Advocated for talent management systems, streamlining recruitment and career development for military and civilian personnel.
- Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
Fort McClellan Garrison Commander
Alabama Army National Guard
09.2019 - 11.2021
- Managed a premier training center with over 45,000 training days annually, serving all Army components, USAF, and USMC.
- Orchestrated long-term infrastructure projects, including a $34M barracks complex, aligning with organizational growth strategies improving operational efficiency and soldier quality of life.
- Championed data-driven decision-making, leveraging Lean Six Sigma methodologies to enhance training delivery and resource allocation.
Deputy Chief of Staff, Operations
Alabama Army National Guard
10.2018 - 03.2021
- Directed operational planning and readiness for statewide military operations, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Designed innovative training frameworks that enhanced statewide readiness metrics and improved execution of contingency plans.
- Improved planning, management, and communication practices, achieving a 99.9% execution of a $215 million budget.
- Redesigned mid to long range yearly training process realizing vast improvements in efficiency.
Education
Homeland Security Executive Seminar
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA04-2024
Certificate Program in Project Management
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY04-2021
Master of Arts - Strategic Studies
U.S. Army War College
Carlisle, PA07-2015
Master of Science - Quality Management
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL08-2013
Master of Arts - History
University of North Carolina–Pembroke
Pembroke, NC05-1993
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Vision Execution
- Operations Integration & Efficiency
- Financial Oversight & Resource Optimization
- Change Leadership & Organizational Resilience
- Team Building & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Project Oversight & Process Improvement
- Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Talent Management & Leadership Development
Affiliations
- National Guard Association of the United States
- Military Officers Association of America
- U.S. Army War College Alumni Association
- Army Engineer Association
Certification
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
• Joint Task Force Commander Certified
• Fiscal Law and Strategic Planning Certified
Timeline
Director of the Joint Staff
Alabama National Guard
01.2023 - Current
Chief of Staff
Alabama Army National Guard
04.2021 - 01.2023
Fort McClellan Garrison Commander
Alabama Army National Guard
09.2019 - 11.2021
Deputy Chief of Staff, Operations
Alabama Army National Guard
10.2018 - 03.2021
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
• Joint Task Force Commander Certified
• Fiscal Law and Strategic Planning Certified
Homeland Security Executive Seminar
Harvard University
Certificate Program in Project Management
Cornell University
Master of Arts - Strategic Studies
U.S. Army War College
Master of Science - Quality Management
The University of Alabama
Master of Arts - History
University of North Carolina–Pembroke
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