Pete Barrera
Barnhart
Summary
Dynamic leader with over 20 years of experience in the United States Army, excelling in budget management and team building. Proven track record in developing innovative programs, such as the S.T.A.R. initiative, saving Scurry County up to $200,000 annually. Dedicated problem solver with exceptional organizational skills and a positive attitude.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Sergeant Major
United Staes Army
- Combat Arms Infantry
- Excellent Leadership abilities demonstrated for over 20 years at various level Army organizations
- Superior Organizational Skills
- Well Versed in Budget Management to include multiple budgets simultaneously
- Served in high level positions including instructor and team builder
- Senior Advisor to the professor of Military Sciences at Texas Tech University
- Enlisted Commandant to the Drill Sergeant School at FT Benning Georgia
Probation Officer
Scurry County Texas
Snyder, TX
- Worked directly for the District Judge and District Attorney
- Wrote and instituted a Specialized Treatment And Rehabilitation (S.T.A.R.) Program for Juvenile Offenders
- Saving the County $185.000 t0 $200,000 annually by rehabilitating offenders locally without having to send them to the Texas Youth Commission for a very costly price
- Program is funded by the County, School District and the City resulting in have to manage three budget
- Managed a staff of 3 individuals, a clerk and two drill instructors
- Consistently briefed the 3 entities involved in the funding
Operations Manager
Mertz O2 Ranch Company
Barnhart, TX
01.1993 - Current
- Have rebuilt the entire ranch while staying within budget constraints
- Developed an excellent water distribution plan
- Stewart of the land managing stocking rates to prevent over grazing
- Consistently practice water conservation
- Manage Deer hunting program
- Hire, train, and supervise employees as required
- Pocess Beef Quality Assurance Certification TX24-0059039
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Personnel Mangement
United States Army Sergeants Major Academy
Fort Bliss, TX07-1986
Drill Sergeant Diploma -
Drill Sergeant Academy
Fort Polk, LAHigh School Diploma -
Skills
- Budget manager
- Dedicated, self motivated leader
- Counselor
- Problem Solver
- Positive Attitude
- Team Builder
Timeline
Operations Manager
Mertz O2 Ranch Company
01.1993 - Current
Sergeant Major
United Staes Army
Probation Officer
Scurry County Texas
Bachelor of Arts - Personnel Mangement
United States Army Sergeants Major Academy
Drill Sergeant Diploma -
Drill Sergeant Academy
High School Diploma -
Bronze Star for Heroism Combat
For heroism in connection with military operations against an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Specialist 4 Barrera distinguished himself while serving as a team leader with Company A, 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry, 4th Infantry Division. On March 10th 1969, Spec. Barrera's unit was conducting a sweep operation near Kontum when they were engaged by a large North Vietnamese force. During the initial contact, the heavy volume of fire caused the company to split into two elements. Exposing himself to the intense enemy fire, Specialist Barrera moved to the lead element and distributed badly neede ammunition. he again risked his life by moving forward to reinforce members of the second platoon who were cut off and pinned down. Specialist Barrera's personal bravery, initiative, and exemplary devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of themilitary service and reflect great credit upon himself his unit,and the United States Army.
Awarded By the direction of the President of the United States, under the provisions of Executive Order 11046 of 24 August 1962