Matthew Rayl
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Exceptional leader talented at successful project completion, troubleshooting, and critical thinking. Technically-savvy with outstanding relationship building, training and presentation skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Platoon Commander
USN
San Diego, CA
02.2016 - Current
- Supervises seven EOD technicians in the performance of full spectrum personnel security and explosive mitigation operations.
- Ensures EOD platoon, to include three Navy Divers, are trained, equipped and functionally prepared to execute Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) diving and limpet response in support of US and Coalition vessels during upkeep and onload/offload operations for deployment to designated stations located in the Middle East.
Officer in Charge
USN
San Diego, CA
06.2015 - 01.2016
- Officer in Charge of four-man special operations element deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve that conducted 60 Subject Matter Exchanges, 75 Key Leader Engagements, over 120 Tactical Ground Movements, disposed of more 4,300 lbs. of explosives and five operations involving Chemical Items of Interest. These efforts significantly improved partner force Counter-IED capabilities and enhanced regional security.
Assistant Platoon Commander
USN
San Diego, CA
04.2014 - 06.2015
- Developed training plans that resulted in the qualification of one Master EOD Technician, seven EOD Supervisors, two Mk-16 Supervisors, and three Demolition Operations Supervisors.
- Mentored five Sailors in officer package development which resulted in two Sailors being successfully admitted into the Navy Officer Training Continuum.
- Organized and led two EOD static displays for a multilateral audience consisting of EOD Group One superior officers, Malaysian Special Forces and local government personnel.
- Organized and led an EOD 130 Crossfit event that raised money for the EOD Warrior Foundation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Kent State University
Kent, OH01-2001
Skills
- Project management
- Conflict resolution
- Strong verbal communication
- Risk management processes and analysis
- Team leadership
- High-pressure decision making
- Process implementation
- Adaptive Innovation
Accomplishments
- Two Navy and Marine Commendation Medals (one with Combat Valor)
- Army Commendation Medal
- Combat Action Ribbon
- Two Navy and Marine Achievement Medals
- Army Achievement Medal
- Two Afghanistan Campaign Medals
- Operation Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal
Timeline
Platoon Commander
USN
02.2016 - Current
Officer in Charge
USN
06.2015 - 01.2016
Assistant Platoon Commander
USN
04.2014 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Kent State University