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Nicholas Peltier

Alden,NY

Summary

A seasoned leader from the United States Marine Corps, I excel in strategic planning and team management, having prepared thousands Marines for global missions and managed millions of dollars in assets and budgets. Renowned for enhancing team cohesion and executing complex multi-national exercises, my expertise in risk management and interpersonal communication drives mission success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Inspector-Instructor

United States Marine Corps
08.2022 - Current
  • Prepare and train an Infantry Company of 180 Marines in the Select Marine Corps Reserve for mobilization and de-mobilization in accordance with directives in support of Global Force Management plans.
  • Responsible for a 5.5 million dollar Consolidated Memorandum Receipt Account of individual combat issue gear, equipment and weapons.
  • Coordinate and supervise the professional completion of all assigned Marine Corps Military Funeral Honors in the 7,200 sq mile area of responsibility in Western New York .
  • Serve as the lead planner for all large scale training exercises, to include Multi-National, Joint Service, and Marine Force level exercises.
  • Responsible for a 300,000 dollar budget.

Infantry Advisor

United States Marine Corps
08.2020 - 07.2022
  • Trained and evaluated infantry units in live fire exercises from the Platoon to the Regimental level.
  • Assisted in the development of mission plans, ensuring optimal use of resources and personnel for successful outcomes.
  • Developed primary and contingency plans for multiple training scenarios during operational planning, increasing adaptability in dynamic situations.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to accomplish objectives during joint exercises.

Rifle Company Commander

United States Marine Corps
10.2018 - 08.2020
  • Mentored junior officers and enlisted personnel, contributing to their professional growth and career progression.
  • Served as an ambassador for the organization during operations with Department of State, Joint Service and foreign military allies; strengthening relationships and enhancing effectiveness of military missions.
  • Directly responsible for the accountability, maintenance and operation of over 15 million dollars of weapons and equipment.
  • Responsible for base defense operations for a coalition force of over 1,000 U.S and multi-national servicemembers and civilians while deployed to Iraq in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.

Recruit Training Company Commander

United States Marine Corps
09.2015 - 09.2018
  • Mentored junior officers and enlisted personnel, contributing to their professional growth and career progression.
  • Served as an ambassador for the organization during community outreach, family day ceremonies and graduation events; strengthening relationships with local stakeholders and enhancing public understanding of military missions.
  • Trained and developed over 2,500 civilian recruits into United States Marines
  • Enhanced team cohesion through fostering a professional environment focused on mutual respect and open communication.
  • Developed the destructive weather standard operating procedure for hurricane preparedness for the REcruit Training Regiment.

Education

Marine Corps Command And Staff Course -

Marine Corps University
Quantico, VA
04-2022

Expeditionary Warfare School -

Marine Corps University
Quantico, VA
05-2018

Bachelor of Science - History

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI
04-2011

Skills

    Leadership and Team Management

  • Leading and motivating teams in high-stakes environments
  • Strategic planning and decision-making under pressure
  • Building team cohesion and morale
  • Strategic and Tactical Planning

  • Designing and executing mission plans
  • Developing operational strategies and contingency plans
  • Conducting intelligence analysis for mission planning
  • Physical and Mental Resilience

  • Adapting to austere and challenging environments
  • Stress management in high-intensity situations
  • Mental discipline and focus under extreme conditions
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills

  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Cross-cultural communication for international deployments
  • Public speaking and briefings for diverse audiences

    Risk and Resource Management

  • Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
  • Budgeting and resource allocation for missions
  • Ensuring operational safety and compliance
  • Problem-Solving and Adaptability

  • Quick, adaptive thinking in dynamic situations
  • Creative problem-solving with limited resources
  • Critical thinking and analysis for situational awareness
  • Technical and Specialized Skills

  • Proficiency in military software and command systems
  • Training in first aid and combat medical procedures
  • Specialized skills such as cybersecurity, engineering, or intelligence
  • Ethics and Integrity

  • Upholding ethical standards and military code of conduct
  • Instilling and maintaining unit discipline
  • Respect for chain of command and accountability

Timeline

Inspector-Instructor

United States Marine Corps
08.2022 - Current

Infantry Advisor

United States Marine Corps
08.2020 - 07.2022

Rifle Company Commander

United States Marine Corps
10.2018 - 08.2020

Recruit Training Company Commander

United States Marine Corps
09.2015 - 09.2018

Marine Corps Command And Staff Course -

Marine Corps University

Expeditionary Warfare School -

Marine Corps University

Bachelor of Science - History

Eastern Michigan University
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