Kristofor Jacobson
Bunnlevel,NC
Summary
Dynamic Senior Operations Planner with U.S. Army, skilled in executive communication and operational strategy. Orchestrated initiatives that improved response readiness by 25% and optimized processes, promoting cross-functional collaboration. Established leader in crisis management, delivering influential briefings and strategic assessments to senior leadership, facilitating data-driven decision-making.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Operations Planner / Executive Analyst
U.S. Army
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Directed operational management systems integrating 5 battalions into unified planning and reporting cycles; maintained the management rhythm and decision-support flow.
- Developed and delivered executive briefings and strategic updates for senior leadership, ensuring timely, data-driven decisions.
- Facilitated high-level coordination meetings and readiness reviews, improving cross-departmental communication and transparency.
- Managed performance metrics and resource analysis to align mission priorities with available assets—improving response readiness by 25%.
Program Coordinator / Assessment Analyst
U.S. Army
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Led strategic assessments and personnel-readiness reviews across multiple organizations, producing executive summaries for flag-level commands.
- Created and managed performance scorecards and communication materials for executive sessions.
- Facilitated leadership workshops and process-improvement events, reducing administrative cycle time by 30%.
- Supported planning synchronization between Department of Defense and interagency partners.
Operations Team Leader / Civil-Military Planner
U.S. Army
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Directed field operations integrating military, NGO, and government partners under joint-coordination frameworks.
- Conducted risk and vulnerability assessments and developed response frameworks modeled on ICS/NIMS.
- Compiled after-action reports and briefings for senior leadership, shaping future operational planning.
- Led multidisciplinary teams in high-stress environments requiring rapid problem-solving and structured reporting.
Emergency Management & Planning Support (Civil Affairs)
U.S. Army
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Managed crisis coordination centers in conflict zones, functioning as the equivalent of EOCs for interagency stabilization and recovery operations.
- Collaborated with U.S. Embassies, USAID, and partner-nation ministries to implement infrastructure recovery projects and emergency-response plans.
- Provided executive summaries and situation reports to senior military and diplomatic leadership ensuring policy compliance and operational continuity.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - DHS: Emergency And Disaster Management
American Military University
Charles Town, WV11.2025
Skills
- Leadership and team coordination
- Executive communication
- Operational planning
- Workshop facilitation
- Process optimization
- Data analysis and reporting
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Strategic leadership
- Crisis management
Key Highlights
- 20 + years’ experience leading multi-agency planning and executive communications.
- Proven track record developing briefing materials, scorecards, and reports supporting senior leaders.
- Extensive experience facilitating workshops, aligning teams, and delivering results under pressure.
- Known for building order from chaos—driving alignment, accountability, and clarity across complex organizations.
Accomplishments
National Society of Leadership and Success - Inducted as a proven servant-leader with over 26 years of military and emergency management experience, I exemplify the NSLS mission by transforming vision into action through integrity, mentorship, and results-driven leadership that inspires teams to succeed under pressure.
Timeline
Senior Operations Planner / Executive Analyst
U.S. Army
01.2020 - 01.2025
Program Coordinator / Assessment Analyst
U.S. Army
01.2017 - 01.2020
Operations Team Leader / Civil-Military Planner
U.S. Army
01.2014 - 01.2017
Emergency Management & Planning Support (Civil Affairs)
U.S. Army
01.2006 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - DHS: Emergency And Disaster Management
American Military University