Marquis Holmes
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience as a U.S. Army Officer and Child Protective Services Investigator, specializing in operations management, data analysis, and complex case coordination. Demonstrated expertise in leading diverse teams, managing high-value assets, and conducting sensitive investigations related to child welfare and public safety. Skilled in fostering interagency collaboration, strategic planning, and ensuring policy compliance. Recognized for exceptional leadership qualities, strong analytical abilities, and an unwavering commitment to organizational integrity and service excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Protective Services Investigator
Georgia Division of Family and Children Services
04.2025 - Current
- Conducts comprehensive investigations into allegations of child abuse, neglect, and maltreatment, gathering evidence through interviews, home visits, and collateral contacts.
- Collaborates with law enforcement, medical personnel, educators, and legal professionals to ensure accurate fact-finding and coordinated intervention.
- Serves as liaison between DFCS, law enforcement, and community partners to coordinate joint investigations and resource allocation.
- Manages an active caseload of 20-30+ investigations, prioritizing cases based on risk level and statutory time frames.
- Handpicked by leadership to conduct high-priority special investigations involving child deaths, near fatalities, and serious injuries and to advocate for case manager-leadership relations in routine focus groups.
- Selected by leadership to improve collaboration and communication between case managers and agency leadership through recurring focus group engagement.
Senior Analyst Observer Coach/Trainer (OC/T)
US Army Joint Readiness Training Center
05.2023 - 04.2025
- Directed a team of 13 data analysts in a high-stakes operations center, supporting an 85-member task force during simulated combat operations. Led real-time data monitoring and reporting, delivering concise updates to executive leadership.
- Analyzed and documented critical trends, enabling Observer Coaches to pinpoint strengths and improvement areas for rotational counterparts. Utilized advanced technology and fostered collaborative relationships, ensuring success across nine exercise projects.
- Applied doctrinal processes and policy knowledge to coach and deliver actionable feedback to four Army company commanders in simulated large-scale combat. Prepared policy correspondence to keep task force leadership informed.
- Supported joint operations with two high-ranking foreign allies, promoting partnership success through effective coordination and cross-cultural communication.
- Created visual briefing products to convey a unified operational picture and facilitated 18 after-action reviews, covering nine brigade combat teams, on behalf of executive leadership.
Rifle Platoon Leader
1st Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Ensured the health, welfare, fitness, discipline, and morale of a 41-soldier rifle platoon. Led a six-month European tour focused on deterring Russian aggression and strengthening NATO alliances during a critical period. Directed a four-man Bradley Fighting Vehicle crew in two weapon qualifications, earning distinguished honors for one.
- Oversaw a $12 million property accountability program, managing four Bradley Fighting Vehicles. Served as Arms Room Officer, advising the commander on security and accountability for company weapons, ammunition, and sensitive material per regulation.
- Independently planned and executed realistic training exercises to prepare forces for future operations. Recognized by the commander for exceptional resource management and effective, rapid training progression prior to deployment, while also guiding soldiers and families through deployment readiness.
- Led sustainment and administrative operations, managing personnel records and actions for 41 service members over a 15-month tenure as platoon leader.
Basic Combat Training Platoon Leader
3rd Battalion, 64th Infantry Regiment, US Army Maneuver Center of Excellence
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Directed and trained a team of four drill sergeants, overseeing up to 60 trainees to strengthen morale, welfare, and readiness.
- Managed personnel records and assignments for 104 trainees annually, preparing them for follow-on roles. Led in-processing, out-processing, and care for over 75 COVID-positive service members at Fort Moore Recovery Center during the pandemic.
- Maintained operational readiness by overseeing facilities and equipment valued at over $500,000. Regularly forecasted and acquired training resources, delivered mission briefs, and assessed risk to maximize training performance.
- Planned and led field exercises focused on tactical operations, warrior tasks, and battle drills, achieving superior outcomes and safe execution, recognized by leadership. Conducted weekly meetings to coordinate training events, ensuring alignment with the commander’s objectives.
Education
Master of Public Administration -
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, Iowa10.2025
Bachelor of Science - Journalism and Emerging Media, Minor in Military Science
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, Georgia12.2018
Associate of Arts - Journalism
Georgia Highlands College
Rome, Georgia05.2016
Skills
- Personnel Administration and Management
- Technical and Doctrinal Writing
- Professional Development
- Operations Planning and Management
- Effective Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Briefing and Correspondence Preparation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Data Analysis
- Organizational Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Risk Assessment
Timeline
Child Protective Services Investigator
Georgia Division of Family and Children Services
04.2025 - Current
Senior Analyst Observer Coach/Trainer (OC/T)
US Army Joint Readiness Training Center
05.2023 - 04.2025
Rifle Platoon Leader
1st Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division
05.2021 - 05.2023
Basic Combat Training Platoon Leader
3rd Battalion, 64th Infantry Regiment, US Army Maneuver Center of Excellence
03.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Journalism and Emerging Media, Minor in Military Science
Kennesaw State University
Associate of Arts - Journalism
Georgia Highlands College
Master of Public Administration -
Upper Iowa University
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