Kristofor Jacobson
Bunnlevel
Summary
Analytical and mission-focused Emergency Management and Operations Leader with 20+ years of U.S. Army service, including strategic-level planning, risk mitigation, and disaster response for Special Operations Forces. Trusted with critical infrastructure, intelligence coordination, and interagency collaboration, including support for nuclear facility preparedness and national emergency exercises. Adept at integrating emergency management principles into operations and providing innovative, data-driven solutions to protect life, property, and mission continuity. Holds an active Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Operations Manager (S3 Current Operations NCOIC)
95th Civil Affairs Brigade (SOF) (Airborne)
09.2020 - Current
- Directed 350+ operational and contingency taskings supporting global missions across 45+ deployed Civil Affairs Teams annually.
- Managed continuity of operations for time-sensitive and classified missions, enhancing response times by 40% within 12 months.
- Integrated emergency management frameworks (ICS/NIMS) and SOP development for coordination with Combatant Commands.
- Participated in key interagency planning groups, supporting exercises that parallel FEMA and DOE continuity operations.
Senior Talent Assessment Specialist & Data Analyst
1st Special Warfare Training Group (Airborne)
09.2017 - 09.2020
- Led redesign of Civil Affairs assessment and selection program, improving candidate selection accuracy by 30% within 6 months.
- Analyzed 36,000+ data points to improve evaluation reliability and readiness forecasting.
- Aligned training with national emergency management strategies and stress-based decision environments.
- Delivered data-driven readiness reports impacting Special Warfare and joint agency collaboration.
Team Supervisor (Team Sergeant)
92nd Civil Affairs Battalion (SOF) (Airborne)
08.2014 - 09.2016
- Supervised planning and execution of deployments in support of global civil-military stabilization missions.
- Conducted rapid needs assessments in crisis zones, integrating local governance and humanitarian assistance objectives.
- Coordinated incident response with embassy, NGO, and international stakeholders; reduced operational delays by 25% in volatile regions.
- Developed mitigation plans for environmental and infrastructure threats.
Strategic Partnerships Manager (Civil Liaison Team Leader)
95th Civil Affairs Brigade (SOF) (Airborne)
10.2012 - 08.2014
- Developed interagency plans alongside State Department and USAID to build resilience in post-conflict environments.
- Supported Kosovo civil emergency development under UN and U.S. defense cooperation, including infrastructure protection.
- Engaged with national governments to embed emergency protocols into local frameworks.
Executive Operations Planner (G-9 Operations Planner)
U.S. Army I Corps
02.2010 - 10.2012
- Led development of theater-level operations plans aligning Civil Affairs support with national security objectives.
- Provided guidance to the ISAF Joint Command in emergency operations planning and governmental continuity of operations.
- Collaborated with FEMA, DoD, and host nation officials during joint planning exercises.
Security Operations Supervisor (Human Behavior Analysis & Social Mapping Manager)
96th Civil Affairs Battalion (SOF) (Airborne)
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Led Civil Information Management integration with GIS and intelligence operations; supported CENTCOM operations.
- Trained units on ArcGIS, Analysts Notebook, and TIGR, enhancing situational awareness in complex environments.
- Supported protection of critical assets and infrastructure across operational theaters.
Company Operations Coordinator (Company Civil Military Operations Team Member)
96th Civil Affairs Battalion (SOF) (Airborne)
07.2006 - 12.2008
- Developed and implemented civil information strategies across Iraq and Afghanistan.
- Supported over 40 combat patrols, performing community resilience assessments under fire.
- Created asymmetric terrain analysis tools used to mitigate mission disruption due to civil unrest.
Education
B.A. - Homeland Security and Emergency Management
American Military University
12.2025
Skills
- Hard Skills: Data Analysis, Risk Management, ICS/NIMS Implementation, Emergency Operations Planning, Crisis Communication, Continuity Planning, Security Operations, ArcGIS, SOP Development, Intelligence Integration, Hazard Mitigation, Operational Resilience
- Soft Skills: Leadership, Analytical Vigilance, Interagency Collaboration, Strategic Thinking, Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Clear Communication, Cross-Functional Coordination
Certification
- Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI Eligibility – July 2014–Present
- ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800 – FEMA
- Advanced Civil Affairs Training – U.S. Army Civil Affairs School
- Type 3 All-Hazards Incident Management Team Training – April 2025
- Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP) & Disaster Recovery Certification
- Community Resilience & Infrastructure Protection Certification
Affiliations
- Member, National Emergency Management Association (NEMA) – Since Jan 2025
- Member, International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) – Since Jan 2025
- Member, Order of the Sword and Shield National Honor Society – Since Oct 2024
Timeline
Regional Operations Manager (S3 Current Operations NCOIC)
95th Civil Affairs Brigade (SOF) (Airborne)
09.2020 - Current
Senior Talent Assessment Specialist & Data Analyst
1st Special Warfare Training Group (Airborne)
09.2017 - 09.2020
Team Supervisor (Team Sergeant)
92nd Civil Affairs Battalion (SOF) (Airborne)
08.2014 - 09.2016
Strategic Partnerships Manager (Civil Liaison Team Leader)
95th Civil Affairs Brigade (SOF) (Airborne)
10.2012 - 08.2014
Executive Operations Planner (G-9 Operations Planner)
U.S. Army I Corps
02.2010 - 10.2012
Security Operations Supervisor (Human Behavior Analysis & Social Mapping Manager)
96th Civil Affairs Battalion (SOF) (Airborne)
01.2009 - 01.2010
Company Operations Coordinator (Company Civil Military Operations Team Member)
96th Civil Affairs Battalion (SOF) (Airborne)
07.2006 - 12.2008
B.A. - Homeland Security and Emergency Management
American Military University
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