Jonathan Shaw
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dynamic leader with over a decade of experience in program management, adept at driving high-profile initiatives and fostering collaboration across diverse teams. Proven expertise in managing multimillion-dollar budgets, stakeholder engagement, and developing impactful training programs. Skilled in forecasting and resource allocation, with a strong track record of delivering results. Transitioning from a distinguished military career, I am eager to bring my strategic vision and leadership to a forward-thinking project management role in a growing organization.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Director / Battalion Commander
Ohio Army National Guard (OHARNG)
Columbus, OH
01.2023 - Current
- Leverage extensive leadership and strategic management skills honed as a Military Police Battalion Commander, effectively direct and supervised a diverse battalion compromising five companies, ensuring cohesive operation and excellence
- Provide meticulous planning and execution of comprehensive training programs, enhancing the readiness and competency of over 500 personnel in complex, high-pressure environments
- Through innovative program management, spearheaded initiatives that significantly improved operational efficiency, safety protocols, and cross-functional team collaboration, contributing to the battalion’s outstanding performance metrics
- Utilize my leadership to foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and respect, driving the battalion towards achieving its strategic objectives and setting new standards of excellence in military police operations
Deputy Director / Operations OIC
OHARNG Homeland Response Force (HRF)
Columbus, OH
01.2017 - Current
- Serve as the Deputy Director and Operations Officer in charge of a highly specialized military task force with an annual budget of over $4.5m
- Mentor and coach four program managers; conducted hiring, onboarding, and professional development for the staff
- Establish and maintain organizational culture by developing standard operating procedures encompassing team values, personal conduct, training, and reporting – the HRF Standard Operating Guide (SOG) Handbook
- Routinely communicate program accomplishments to C-Suite organizational leaders; connect with national leadership to better understand organizational goals
- Supervise and provide oversight to the knowledge management program for the HRF; ensure past, present, and future operations are always clearly defined and communicable to partnered agencies
- Risk Analysis - Provided risk response with qualitative and quantitative analysis to a 53% cut in the FY24 budget, preventing the program from failing to make deliverables with FY24 projects.
Operations Program Manager / S3
OHARNG
Columbus, OH
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Lead all planning and resource allocation efforts
- Developed long-range training and professional development plans for over 800 Soldiers serving in a Military Police organization while continuing to manage the ever-changing landscape of near-term operations
- Maintained leadership and management in the Operations Center – the heart and soul of how the Army accomplishes our missions – while synchronizing current and future operations and efforts
- Assessed needs for emerging training requirements based on global changes and rapidly managed/directed/provided relevant and timely curriculum for identified participants
- Provided direction and feedback for ten direct reporting senior Army members/project managers, providing them with the scope of duties, expectations, and timelines for deliverables
- Regularly identified strengths/weaknesses in subordinates and delegated projects accordingly
- Rated as “Most Qualified” (top ranking) among 14 peers
- Directed the military police's strategic planning and collaboration with Cleveland's first responders for the Presidential debate in Cleveland, Ohio, resulting in receiving the Ohio Commendation Medal
Plans Manager
OHARNG HRF
Columbus, OH
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Lead planner on all future (three years out) and current (inside 1 year) operations for all training events
- Coordinated with multiple stake holders on creating milestones for delivery on stated goals from the organizational leaders in Ohio
- Worked across the spectrum to develop awareness and solutions, in the areas of CBRN and emergency response
- Directed and coordinated cross functional teams in strategic planning, execution, and assessment of multi- state partnered military training exercises, ensuring seamless collaboration and operational excellence
- Demonstrated leadership in project management, team facilitation, and performance evaluation, contributing to enhanced training outcomes and operational readiness
- Created products to lead briefs and discussions for directorates on goal accomplishments, roadmaps, and key milestone accomplishments to ensure a united vision on the end results
- Actively facilitated career advancement discussions and spearheaded several leadership development programs, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth within the organization.
Education
PMP Certified -
03.2024
US Army Command and General Staff College -
01.2022
Bachelor of Science, Electronic Media Production -
01.2005
Skills
- Program Management
- People Leader
- Stakeholder Management
- Budget Management
- Business Intelligence/Analysis
- Policy Implementation
- PMI Member/ PMP Certified
- Key Performance Indicators
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Director / Battalion Commander
Ohio Army National Guard (OHARNG)
01.2023 - Current
Operations Program Manager / S3
OHARNG
01.2018 - 01.2021
Deputy Director / Operations OIC
OHARNG Homeland Response Force (HRF)
01.2017 - Current
Plans Manager
OHARNG HRF
01.2015 - 01.2017
PMP Certified -
US Army Command and General Staff College -
Bachelor of Science, Electronic Media Production -
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