Peter C. Buchholz
Twin Lakes,WI
Summary
Operations professional with proven track record in optimizing processes and driving efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring reliable support and seamless coordination. Skilled in project management, strategic planning, and resource allocation. Known for achieving results and fostering productive work environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruiting Operations Officer
United States Army Cadet Command
01.2010 - Current
- Provide oversight, guidance, annual training and recommendations to the college and university staff at 41 Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) battalions within the Brigade (BDE) in 10 states and assist in the management and supervision of the BDE Recruiting, Marketing and Incentives Directorate (RMID) personnel and resources. Manage the command’s scholarship grant budget in excess of $35 million annually and a marketing and advertising budget of approximately $950,000 annually, including the distribution of funds to the colleges and universities. Provide analysis of current scholarship grant budget to determine appropriate courses of action that support mission requirements. Perform regular research and interpretation of federal laws pertaining to military service obligations, medical determinations, Cadet financial actions and scholarship grant eligibility. Apply knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to enlistment, student financial aid benefits, G.I. Bill applications and scholarship eligibility.
- 3rd Brigade Headquarters, Army ROTC
Recruiting Operations Officer
United States Army Cadet Command
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Performed all duties associated with recruiting, retention, and scholarship grant management activities at the university level utilizing a$1.5 million budget. Managed administration of application and contracting paperwork required to enroll over 100 students as Cadets. Developed and disseminated all marketing and public relations materials used for recruiting, scholarship grant marketing and branding the Army ROTC program at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, Maranatha Bible College and University of Wisconsin-Madison. Qualified and submitted over 85 students for Army scholarship grants. Served as lead instructor for Military Science and leadership classes at a college level during the absence of a Professor of Military Science (PMS) instructing 85 students or more. Served as the representative of the program at official university functions, improving the existing relationship with campus officials. Collect and analyze data regarding recruiting trends, planned improvements and recommended courses of action impacting recruiting operations resulting in a surgical approach to grant management.
- University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, Army ROTC
Executive Director
Habitat for Humanity of Waukesha County, Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Managed a $1,500,000 budget, a staff of four employees and over 300 volunteers who raise funds, procure land, build houses, and operate a building supply resale and salvage outlet. Financial/facilities management and construction oversight were the primary activities of the position, requiring strong communication skills and a background in community outreach and strategic planning the trades. Reported to the Board of Directors as the governing body using both oral and written methods. Required to determine legal eligibility of housing grant applicants based on current state and federal fair housing laws. Regularly research grant and funding opportunities for the annual operating budget to include new home builds, administrative staff and operating expenses.
Education
Incentives Management Instructor Certification - Recruiting Operation Officer Basic and Advanced Courses
US Army School of Cadet Command
Ft. Knox, KY07.2022
Civilian Education System Intermediate Course - Personnel And Resource Management
Army Management Staff College
Ft. Leavenworth, KS07.2020
U.S. Army Captains Career Course, Level I - Sustainment, Supply Management And Logistics
Army Logistics University
Ft. Lee, VA08.2015
Officer Basic Course - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
United States Army Quartermaster School
Ft. Lee, VA12.2001
Bachelor of Arts and Science - Political Science, U.S. military policy
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05.1993
Skills
- Operational efficiency
- Employee performance
- Resource management
- Organizational efficiency
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
Timeline
Recruiting Operations Officer
United States Army Cadet Command
01.2010 - Current
Recruiting Operations Officer
United States Army Cadet Command
01.2008 - 01.2010
Executive Director
Habitat for Humanity of Waukesha County, Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2008
U.S. Army Captains Career Course, Level I - Sustainment, Supply Management And Logistics
Army Logistics University
Officer Basic Course - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
United States Army Quartermaster School
Incentives Management Instructor Certification - Recruiting Operation Officer Basic and Advanced Courses
US Army School of Cadet Command
Civilian Education System Intermediate Course - Personnel And Resource Management
Army Management Staff College
Bachelor of Arts and Science - Political Science, U.S. military policy
Texas Tech University
Military Experience:
- United States Army Reserve, 3-334th, 4th Brigade, 95th Division (IET), Milwaukee, Wisconsin – 2014 to 2018
- Wisconsin Army National Guard, 157th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade- Milwaukee, Wisconsin – 2011 to 2014.
- Wisconsin Army National Guard, 457th CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiation, Nuclear) Company - Burlington, Wisconsin - 2010 to 2011
- United States Army Reserves, 974th Quartermaster Company - Amarillo, Texas, 1992 to 2009; Platoon Leader, 2004 Arifjan, Kuwait and Talil, Iraq); Forward Logistical Element Commander, 2003-2004