Kenneth Bartlett
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Special Operations veteran with 8+ years of experience leading teams to achieve mission success. Proven track record in direct and organizational leadership under high-pressure conditions. Seeking to leverage expertise in operational planning and crisis response for a career in emergency management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Officer
United States Army
Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan
12.2024 - 07.2025
- Supervised accountability and maintenance of over $8 million in military equipment, achieving zero property loss.
- Procured over 100 advanced unmanned aerial systems for Special Operations training.
- Implemented tracking system for proper training of over 70 soldiers in airborne operations.
- Managed budget exceeding $1 million for company-level validation exercise before six-month deployment.
Detachment Commander
United States Army
Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Deployed as Joint Mission Commander for 8 Green Berets and 12 Navy SEALs, training over 100 partner force soldiers.
- Served as Ground Force Commander for two Joint Chiefs of Staff exercises with Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force.
- Presented Special Operations capabilities in the Pacific Theater to the United States Ambassador to the Republic of the Maldives.
Special Forces Candidate
United States Army
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Successfully completed two years of rigorous training, culminating in earning the Green Beret.
- Facilitated sponsorship for two international students, ensuring successful completion for both allied soldiers.
- Surpassed course standards by achieving a 2/2 rating on the Indonesian Oral Proficiency Interview.
Executive Officer
United States Army
Fort Campbell, Kentucky
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Executed risk mitigation strategies for five army courses, achieving zero training accidents.
- Secured $1.5 million in funding for renovation of Air Assault School obstacle course.
- Managed budget exceeding $300,000 to effectively resource execution of five army courses.
Battalion Logistics Officer
United States Army
Fort Campbell, Kentucky
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Secured over $500,000 in military equipment for an air assault infantry battalion.
- Supervised deployment of battalion headquarters and company assets to Ukraine.
- Represented 101st Airborne Division at 2020 Best Ranger Competition, demonstrating exceptional skills.
Platoon Leader
United States Army
Fort Campbell, Kentucky
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Supervised 30 soldiers during six-month deployment to Djibouti, executing operations across three African countries.
- Planned and allocated resources for high-risk training before East African Response Force rotation, achieving successful deployment validation.
- Ensured accountability and maintenance of military equipment valued at over $100,000.
Infantry Officer Candidate
United States Army
Fort Benning, Georgia
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Achieved commandant's list at graduation following four months of intensive training.
- Graduated from Army Ranger School, earning the prestigious Ranger Tab.
- Obtained airborne qualification after successfully completing basic airborne course.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05-2016
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Budget management
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Procurement strategies
- Training development and implementation
- Mission planning
- Cross-cultural communication
- Interagency collaboration
Accomplishments
- Meritorious Service Medal
- Army Commendation Medal
- Ranger Tab
- Special Forces Tab
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Executive Officer
United States Army
12.2024 - 07.2025
Detachment Commander
United States Army
11.2023 - 12.2024
Special Forces Candidate
United States Army
08.2021 - 11.2023
Executive Officer
United States Army
05.2020 - 08.2021
Battalion Logistics Officer
United States Army
05.2019 - 05.2020
Platoon Leader
United States Army
01.2018 - 05.2019
Infantry Officer Candidate
United States Army
01.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - History
Texas A&M University