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Larry Carter
Schertz
Summary
With 20 years of a distinguished career in the US Army, I excel in strategic planning and team collaboration, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and team performance. Leveraging skills in risk assessment and excellent communication, I've led cross-functional teams to achieve and surpass mission goals, fostering innovation and organizational excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief of Operating Officer
US Army
11.2021 - 01.2024
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
Accreditation Manager
US Army
06.2019 - 11.2021
- Led cross-functional teams in addressing accreditation findings, developing action plans to address identified gaps or weaknesses.
- Provided expert guidance on accreditation requirements, enabling departments to maintain high levels of quality and performance.
- Managed the collection, analysis, and reporting of data related to accreditation standards, driving evidence-based decisionmaking.
- Assisted faculty members in developing measurable learning outcomes that aligned with both program-level objectives and accreditation expectations.
Deputy Operations Officer
US Army
04.2017 - 07.2019
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Delivered high-quality training programs, enhancing employee skill sets and contributing to professional development efforts.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to inform strategic planning processes and measure progress towards goals.
- Facilitated collaboration between departments, improving efficiency and effectiveness in handling cross-jurisdictional cases.
- Improved team morale and performance with consistent feedback and recognition of achievements.
Deputy Operation Officer
US Army
01.2015 - 04.2017
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to address complex issues, leading to more efficient problem-solving processes.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to inform strategic planning processes and measure progress towards goals.
- Mentored junior officers, providing guidance and support to foster professional development and career progression.
- Managed departmental budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for necessary equipment and training.
Logistics Officer
US Army
05.2014 - 01.2015
- Provided procurement of goods, provision of transportation services, tracking of movement and change to support safe and secure operations.
- Supervised logistics functions and operations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams in executing complex logistics projects, resulting in successful completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Managed logistics assets for timely and cost-effective delivery of cargoes.
- Developed logistical checklists to guide activities support.
- Managed procurement processes, ensuring timely acquisition of materials and resources while maintaining cost-effective purchasing strategies.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers and carriers, fostering collaboration for improved service levels and cost reductions.
- Managed functional areas of logistics.
- Conducted audits to improve office logistics practices and procedures.
- Generated payments for program-related activities to keep accurate records of financial expenditure.
- Conducted regular risk assessments on logistics operations, identifying potential vulnerabilities and implementing effective mitigation measures.
Commanding Officer
US Army
03.2011 - 05.2014
- Maintained high morale within the unit by recognizing exemplary work performance contributing towards a cohesive and dedicated team.
- Established strong relationships with external partners to facilitate cooperation and support during joint operations.
- Adapted quickly to evolving situations, demonstrating flexibility in managing unforeseen challenges during critical missions.
- Developed personnel through targeted training programs, resulting in improved skill sets and increased productivity.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective communication strategies and fostering a collaborative environment.
- Managed budgets and resources responsibly to ensure optimal allocation of funds for mission success.
- Delivered accurate reports on time, enabling key stakeholders to make informed decisions promptly.
- Fostered an atmosphere of trust among subordinates through open communication channels and transparent decision-making processes.
- Streamlined operational processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness within the unit.
- Ensured compliance with internal policies and procedures as well as relevant regulations governing military operations.
Logistics Officer
US Army
09.2008 - 03.2011
- Provided procurement of goods, provision of transportation services, tracking of movement and change to support safe and secure operations.
- Supervised logistics functions and operations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams in executing complex logistics projects, resulting in successful completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Managed logistics assets for timely and cost-effective delivery of cargoes.
- Developed logistical checklists to guide activities support.
- Managed functional areas of logistics.
- Managed procurement processes, ensuring timely acquisition of materials and resources while maintaining cost-effective purchasing strategies.
- Generated payments for program-related activities to keep accurate records of financial expenditure.
- Analyzed procurement requests to identify service providers' information with performance, quality, and prices to determine transaction requirements.
- Conducted regular risk assessments on logistics operations, identifying potential vulnerabilities and implementing effective mitigation measures.
Commanding Officer
US Army
12.2005 - 09.2008
- Maintained high morale within the unit by recognizing exemplary work performance contributing towards a cohesive and dedicated team.
- Established strong relationships with external partners to facilitate cooperation and support during joint operations.
- Adapted quickly to evolving situations, demonstrating flexibility in managing unforeseen challenges during critical missions.
- Enhanced team performance by implementing effective communication strategies and fostering a collaborative environment.
- Managed budgets and resources responsibly to ensure optimal allocation of funds for mission success.
- Delivered accurate reports on time, enabling key stakeholders to make informed decisions promptly.
- Fostered an atmosphere of trust among subordinates through open communication channels and transparent decision-making processes.
- Evaluated unit performance regularly, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Fostered change through sharing thoughts, feelings and rationale so that others understood personal and organizational positions.
- Led successful missions, demonstrating strong decision-making skills and strategic planning abilities under pressure.
- Coordinated multi-disciplinary teams effectively, maximizing individual strengths to achieve collective goals.
- Promoted a positive organizational culture that fostered teamwork, resilience, and commitment to excellence.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Logistics And Materials Management
Northeast Lakeview College
Universal City, TX05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Lincoln University Of Missouri
Jefferson City, MO05-1993
Skills
- Work coordination
- Report writing
- Strategic planning
- Innovation and creativity
- Report preparation
- Risk assessment
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Task prioritization
- Project planning
- Operational efficiency
- Time management abilities
- Performance metrics
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 40 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Affiliations
- Veterans of Foreign Wars -Life Member
- Reserve Organization of America - Life Member
Certification
- Six Sigma Certification - White Belt
Interests
Timeline
Chief of Operating Officer
US Army
11.2021 - 01.2024
Accreditation Manager
US Army
06.2019 - 11.2021
Deputy Operations Officer
US Army
04.2017 - 07.2019
Deputy Operation Officer
US Army
01.2015 - 04.2017
Logistics Officer
US Army
05.2014 - 01.2015
Commanding Officer
US Army
03.2011 - 05.2014
Logistics Officer
US Army
09.2008 - 03.2011
Commanding Officer
US Army
12.2005 - 09.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Logistics And Materials Management
Northeast Lakeview College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Lincoln University Of Missouri
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