Joe Spagnoli
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Senior human capital and operations leader: Veteran executive with 25+ years of experience managing large-scale workforce systems, maximizing personnel performance, and interagency operations. Skilled in team development, and organizational transformation, increasing efficiencies across a 55,000 personnel workforce. Proven ability to manage sensitive projects and lead recruiting in high-pressure environments. Adaptive, versatile, and diplomatic leader with exceptional skills in building coalitions and collaboration with a variety of stakeholders while managing a $400M budget. Extensive record of engineering major performance turnarounds and rollout of innovative programs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inspector General (IG) Commander
Navy Reserve Force
07.2023 - 08.2025
- Implemented risk-based strategies for prioritizing audits, inspections, and investigative workloads increased efficiencies by 20%
- Oversaw investigations into employee conduct, workplace grievances, and ethics violations for a workforce of over 55,000
- Lead Command Assessment teams in the inspection and assessment of 66 programs including mobilization readiness, financial management, equal opportunity, and physical security
- Supervise the intake and disposition of reported IG complaints
Director of Operations (N3) Commander
Navy Reserve Force
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Responsible for five distinct portfolios ensuring seamless coordination of operations for 55k Navy Reserve Force
- Oversaw a budget exceeding $400M utilized to employ reservists participating in Active Duty requirements
- Designed and implemented Adaptive Mobilization process utilized by Navy Reserve Force to reduce threat exposure
- Provided Reserve Force guidance Protection and Explosive Safety programs
- Monitored budget ensuring accuracy in excess of 99%.
Navy Reserve Program Director
Special Operation Command (SOCOM)
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Responsible for coordinating and executing $2.5M in Special Warfare Reserve support to global operational mission requirements
- Enhanced Reserve Program efficiency 30% by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions
- Developed high-impact programs for optimal results, focusing on strategic planning and execution
Baghdad Targeting Cell Director
Military deployment
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Led a Special Forces, multinational, team ensuring the safety and security of Iraqi civilians and coalition forces in Baghdad
- Coordinated and communicated with senior Iraqi military personnel to de-conflict movements and direct-action execution
Commanding Officer (CEO)
SEAL Team EIGHTEEN
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Led recruitment and performance management for 300 personnel
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic initiatives
Education
Master of Business Administration (With Honors) -
American Military University
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Norfolk State University
Skills
- Cross Functional Team leader
- Comprehensive program management
- Strategic planning expertise
- Workforce structure and configuration
- Organizational Change expert
- Office Operations & Executive Management
- Program Analysis and Oversight
Certification
Association of Inspectors General Certified
Awards
Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Defense Meritorious Service (2), Meritorious Service (2)
Timeline
Inspector General (IG) Commander
Navy Reserve Force
07.2023 - 08.2025
Director of Operations (N3) Commander
Navy Reserve Force
01.2021 - 01.2023
Navy Reserve Program Director
Special Operation Command (SOCOM)
01.2018 - 01.2021
Baghdad Targeting Cell Director
Military deployment
01.2017 - 01.2018
Commanding Officer (CEO)
SEAL Team EIGHTEEN
01.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - undefined
Norfolk State University
Master of Business Administration (With Honors) -
American Military University
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