Ryan Jennings
Lawton
Summary
Dynamic Operations Manager with extensive experience at the Department of Defense, excelling in operational planning and performance management. Proven track record in training development and resource acquisition, successfully enhancing productivity and workplace culture for over 2,400 employees. Adept at critical thinking and problem-solving, driving organizational success through strategic initiatives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager (Organizational Level)
Department of Defense (US Army)
El Paso
08.2022 - 11.2025
- Oversaw and facilitated operations for an organization of over 2,400 employees enabling the execution of required tasks and duties to meet and exceed corporate goals that resulted in the successful execution of global operations.
- Conducted long-range organizational planning setting benchmarks for required performance, training and productivity that met and exceeded the established annual goals of the organization.
- Developed and executed a senior employee/organizational training and development program to further develop individual professional productivity while improving the workplace culture.
Professional Executive Education Training
Department of Defense (US Army)
El Paso
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Learned and applied effective communication skills relevant for all levels within an organization to improve climate and production in the workplace environment.
- Received comprehensive training on the operational frameworks of organizations through case studies that improved my knowledge of organizational operations and the importance of culture.
- Enhanced the ability in utilizing critical thinking skills to solve complex problems in making decisions relevant to the success/desired output for an organization.
- United States Army Sergeants Major Academy – Institutional Training
Director of Training Management
Department of Defense (US Army)
Lawton
10.2017 - 08.2021
- Executed duties in training management and development that was directly responsible for the successful completion of technical training for over 3,000 organic and international employees annually.
- Conducted performance management, development and evaluations for over 88 instructors (organic and contractors) annually that led to the successful completion of training and certification of all assigned trainees.
- Responsible for the resource acquisition and management for over $1.3 billion worth of required technical equipment related to training and organizational operations.
Operations Manager (Company Level)
Department of Defense (US Army)
Okinawa
11.2013 - 10.2017
- Applied project management skills through goal setting, planning, preparing, resourcing and execution that exceed the goals of the organization within given parameters.
- Utilized human resource skills to properly recruit and position employees in their appropriate roles within the company.
- Developed international relationships within the local community to expand a unity of effort during joint projects and training exercises that benefited both organizations goals.
Training Manager
Department of Defense (US Army)
Lawton
03.2011 - 11.2013
- Conducted comprehensive technical classroom/hands-on training for over 1,500 trainees that prepared them for their initial entry level job specialty.
- Managed the personal and professional development of six subordinate instructors as the instructor lead providing guidance and mentorship.
- Implemented instructional review/changes to the program of instruction to keep training relevant and up to date according to any changes to organizational standards/requirements.
Supervisor
Department of Defense (US Army)
El Paso
06.2008 - 03.2011
- Served as a Team Leader that was responsible for the management, training, professional development of 26 employees in an everchanging work environment.
- Conducted monthly performance evaluations on subordinate employees to identify strengths and weaknesses that improved overall individual performances and teamwork.
- Responsible for the maintenance and serviceability off all assigned equipment valued more than $125 million with no losses or safety incidents.
Education
Leadership and Workforce Development Certificate - Organizational Leadership
United States Army Sergeants Major Academy
Fort Bliss, TX06-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Organizational Leadership/Operations
Commander/First Sergeant Pre-Command Course
Fort Sill, OK06-2016
Some College (No Degree) - Company Level Leadership/Operations
United States Army - Senior Leaders Course
Fort Sill, OK03-2012
Some College (No Degree) - Education
United States Army - Cadre Training Course
Fort Sill, OK09-2011
Some College (No Degree) - Small Team Leadership/Operation
United States Army - Advanced Leadership Course
Fort Sill, OK11-2008
Some College (No Degree) - Small Team Leadership/Operations
United States Army - Basic Leadership Course
Fort Bliss, TX04-2006
High School Diploma -
Mesa High School
Mesa, AZ06-2001
Skills
- Operational planning
- Performance management
- Training development
- Data evaluation
- Logistics management
- Maintaining compliance
- Resource acquisition
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Communication skills
- Multi-unit operations management
- Project management abilities
- Process improvements
Training
- Leadership and Workforce Development Certificate, 08/01/22
- Sexual Harassment Assault Response Program Certified, 06/01/14
- HAZMAT Certification (CFR 49), 10/01/11
- Master Drivers Course, 06/01/08
- Combat Life Saver Course, 05/01/05
Timeline
Operations Manager (Organizational Level)
Department of Defense (US Army)
08.2022 - 11.2025
Professional Executive Education Training
Department of Defense (US Army)
08.2021 - 08.2022
Director of Training Management
Department of Defense (US Army)
10.2017 - 08.2021
Operations Manager (Company Level)
Department of Defense (US Army)
11.2013 - 10.2017
Training Manager
Department of Defense (US Army)
03.2011 - 11.2013
Supervisor
Department of Defense (US Army)
06.2008 - 03.2011
Leadership and Workforce Development Certificate - Organizational Leadership
United States Army Sergeants Major Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Organizational Leadership/Operations
Commander/First Sergeant Pre-Command Course
Some College (No Degree) - Company Level Leadership/Operations
United States Army - Senior Leaders Course
Some College (No Degree) - Education
United States Army - Cadre Training Course
Some College (No Degree) - Small Team Leadership/Operation
United States Army - Advanced Leadership Course
Some College (No Degree) - Small Team Leadership/Operations
United States Army - Basic Leadership Course
High School Diploma -
Mesa High School