Ryan Kierl

- Leadership and Operations Management

• Led enterprise‑level product management for 15 expeditionary systems supporting global operations, coordinating cross‑functional teams to deliver water purification, refrigeration, and berthing solutions; successfully fielded systems across multiple forward‑deployed units, directly supporting combatant command priorities.
• Directed and mentored 60+ senior leaders and managers during large‑scale organizational initiatives, including facility renovations and leadership onboarding programs; completed projects on schedule while reinforcing organizational culture, accountability, and operational readiness.
• Oversaw administrative and operational execution for 400+ personnel actions, including onboarding, transfers, and financial reconciliations totaling $76K, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and uninterrupted workforce readiness.

- Training, Curriculum Development & Expertise

• Designed and delivered sustainment training and curriculum for newly fielded equipment acquisitions, translating complex technical requirements into actionable training programs; enabled rapid operational adoption with zero mission disruption.
• Served as subject‑matter expert for a $350K training modernization initiative, collaborating with 13 technical experts to validate 113 critical job tasks across nine functional areas, aligning workforce skills with organizational and mission requirements.
• Organized and led technical qualification programs for water treatment and infrastructure systems valued at $30.4M, achieving a 100% certification pass rate and strengthening contingency response capability.

- Mentorship, Talent Development and Organizational Culture

• Provided senior‑level mentorship to 60 junior officers and 90 emerging leaders, delivering instruction in leadership, operations, and project management; accelerated leadership readiness and strengthened cross‑organizational trust.
• Developed and executed leadership training plans for 20 senior leaders, covering 40+ core competencies; improved decision‑making consistency and leadership effectiveness across the organization.
• Mentored 40 multi‑service professionals through leadership development programs, equipping them with foundational management skills and preparing them for first‑line supervisory roles.

- Program Management and Stakeholder Engagement

• Planned and executed 15+ large‑scale training and professional development events, coordinating stakeholders across multiple organizations; delivered measurable improvements in readiness, morale, and workforce cohesion.
• Rewrote governance documents and led organizational reform initiatives, improving transparency, accountability, and engagement; increased participation and sustained morale during high‑stress operational periods.
• Acted as trusted advisor to executive leadership, providing data‑driven recommendations on training strategy, workforce development, and operational risk; enabled informed decision‑making at the enterprise level.

- Facilities Operations and Leadership

• Led a 30–65 person facilities operations team supporting a multinational installation across Europe and Africa, tasked with maintaining mission‑critical infrastructure for U.S. and NATO forces; implemented structured mentorship, accountability systems, and performance tracking, resulting in multiple promotions, quarterly awards, and sustained high retention during peak operational demand.
• Directed daily public works operations for water distribution, wastewater treatment, and facilities maintenance systems valued at $30.4M, coordinating personnel, schedules, and compliance requirements to ensure uninterrupted service and readiness during contingency operations.
• Oversaw 400+ administrative and personnel actions, including onboarding, transfers, evaluations, travel entitlements, and disciplinary processes; streamlined workflows and improved tracking accuracy, eliminating backlogs and ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory timelines.

- Operational Planning and Process Improvement

• Hand‑selected to develop a Continuity of Operations (COOP) plan for a major overseas installation, tasked with identifying operational vulnerabilities; analyzed capabilities, corrected 13 critical gaps, and coordinated cross‑departmental input, significantly improving emergency readiness and response posture.
• Improved departmental efficiency and climate by engaging frontline personnel to reassess outdated processes; introduced procedural refinements and leadership feedback loops, increasing productivity and strengthening team morale during high‑stress operational periods.

- Training, Compliance, and Technical Expertise

• Led technical qualification preparation for drinking water treatment operators, organizing peer‑led study sessions and hands‑on training; achieved a 100% certification pass rate, enabling safe operation of multiple water and wastewater systems supporting thousands of personnel.
• Planned and executed leadership and professional development programs for over 150 personnel, delivering structured training on ethics, accountability, and organizational standards; enhanced workforce readiness and reduced disciplinary incidents through proactive education.

- Program Management and Stakeholder Engagement

• Managed substance abuse prevention and employee assistance programs at the departmental level, training hundreds of personnel and coordinating care pathways, ensuring compliance while maintaining trust and confidentiality.
• Served as senior association president and vice president, rewriting bylaws, organizing large‑scale events, and managing fundraising initiatives; generated $1,200+ in funding and executed morale‑building programs for 200+ employees, strengthening organizational cohesion during pandemic conditions.

- Training and Instruction Expertise

• Led large‑scale technical training programs for joint‑service personnel (Situation) by overseeing HVAC/R and Water & Fuels Systems Maintenance instruction (Task), delivering over 2,300 hours of hands‑on and classroom training to 700+ students (Action), resulting in 95%+ GPAs, 100% pass rates, and graduates operationally ready on day one (Result).
• Filled a critical instructor shortage (Situation) by rapidly qualifying as a lead technical instructor (Task), achieving 100% instructor certification ahead of schedule while maintaining full course throughput (Action), directly stabilizing training operations and preventing mission delays (Result).
• Redesigned instructional materials and delivery methods (Situation) to improve student engagement and comprehension (Task), modernizing curriculum and classroom processes (Action), increasing learning outcomes and earning Instructor of the Quarter and Sailor of the Year recognition (Result).

- Operational and Program Management

• Managed daily operations for high‑volume training environments (Situation) by supervising up to 282 accession students (Task), implementing structured accountability systems and leadership development frameworks (Action), reducing disciplinary incidents and improving morale and performance (Result).
• Oversaw multiple command‑wide programs simultaneously (Situation) including LifeSkills, Drug & Alcohol Prevention, SAPR support, and professional development (Task), coordinating stakeholders and ensuring compliance (Action), resulting in zero discrepancies, improved program awareness, and successful audits (Result).
• Led logistics, scheduling, and execution of large‑scale events (Situation) by coordinating training schedules, watch rotations, and ceremonial functions (Task), aligning resources and personnel (Action), ensuring uninterrupted operations and high participation rates (Result).

- Leadership and Team Development

• Directly led and mentored cross‑functional teams (Situation) of instructors, staff, and students (Task), providing coaching, performance feedback, and leadership development (Action), resulting in multiple promotions, qualifications, and sustained high performance (Result).
• Served as Lead Chief‑equivalent advisor (LCPO) (Situation) by guiding junior leaders and peers (Task), integrating leadership development initiatives into daily operations (Action), strengthening team cohesion and preparing personnel for increased responsibility (Result).
• Mentored successors for key leadership roles (Situation) to ensure continuity (Task), conducting structured turnovers and knowledge transfer (Action), achieving zero transition issues and uninterrupted program execution (Result).

- Community Engagement and Organizational Impact

• Spearheaded fundraising and community outreach initiatives (Situation) by leading volunteer teams and coordinating events (Task), organizing campaigns and partnerships (Action), raising over $200K for community organizations and logging hundreds of volunteer hours (Result).
• Built cross‑department collaboration (Situation) by serving in elected leadership roles (Task), improving communication and morale across multiple teams (Action), increasing participation, engagement, and organizational trust (Result).

- Leadership and Operations Management

• Led multi‑disciplinary teams in high‑risk, time‑sensitive environments, tasked with executing complex construction and operational missions across domestic and international locations; directed personnel, resources, and timelines to ensure mission success; delivered 100% on‑time completion with zero safety incidents across multiple deployments.
• Managed and mentored teams of up to 26 personnel responsible for operational security, logistics, and execution during large‑scale field exercises; implemented structured training plans and performance standards, resulting in unit certification and deployment readiness ahead of schedule.
• Served as senior team leader and convoy operations supervisor, responsible for planning and executing 18+ coordinated missions under simulated hostile conditions; developed risk mitigation strategies and real‑time decision protocols, achieving zero mission failures and full personnel accountability.

- Project and Construction Management

• Oversaw planning, estimating, and execution of construction projects valued up to $200K, including medical facilities, community centers, and infrastructure upgrades; coordinated labor, materials, and quality control, resulting in 957+ mishap‑free workdays and zero rework deficiencies.
• Led international joint teams (U.S., allied forces, and local partners) during humanitarian construction missions; aligned technical standards, schedules, and safety requirements, strengthening regional partnerships and enabling future joint operations.
• Directed utilities and facilities installations including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and structural systems; supervised junior technicians and enforced quality standards, delivering code‑compliant systems with zero inspection failures.

- Safety, Quality, and Risk Management

• Appointed Quality Control and Safety Lead for multi‑site humanitarian projects supporting over 11,700 community members; implemented safety programs, inspections, and corrective actions, achieving 957 consecutive mishap‑free workdays.
• Managed controlled equipment and sensitive materials valued at $150K+, ensuring 100% accountability and zero compliance violations during high‑visibility operations.
• Developed and enforced safety training programs for field personnel; reduced operational risk and improved compliance, earning recognition as a trusted safety authority within the organization.

- Training, Development, and Mentorship

• Designed and executed annual training plans for 130+ personnel, scheduling 160+ training events across technical, leadership, and compliance disciplines; improved readiness metrics and qualification rates prior to deployment cycles.
• Mentored and developed junior personnel, providing structured coaching and performance feedback; enabled multiple promotions and professional certifications, with advancement rates exceeding organizational averages.
• Led certification and qualification programs, chairing 28 evaluation boards; achieved 92% qualification completion rates, significantly enhancing team capability and operational effectiveness.

- Administrative and Program Management

• Developed and managed annual training and operational plans, aligning personnel availability, mission requirements, and compliance standards; improved scheduling efficiency and reduced administrative bottlenecks.
• Coordinated cross‑functional teams and leadership stakeholders, translating strategic objectives into executable plans; enhanced organizational readiness and operational continuity.

Recruiting and Sales Performance

• Drove top‑tier sales results in a highly competitive recruiting market, tasked with generating qualified candidates for a national organization; executed targeted outreach, relationship‑based selling, and disciplined follow‑up, ranking in the top 3% of 138 recruiters and contributing to Station of the Year recognition.
• Exceeded annual production targets by securing 15+ high‑quality contracts, including specialized and high‑aptitude placements; applied consultative sales techniques and data‑driven prospecting, resulting in 100% of candidates qualifying in upper cognitive tiers.
• Maintained a 90%+ conversion rate from initial screening to final acceptance, significantly outperforming national benchmarks by refining candidate preparation, expectation management, and process accountability.

Leadership and Team Development

• Led and mentored a pipeline of 45–50 individuals through a high‑attrition onboarding process, responsible for readiness, compliance, and performance; implemented structured coaching and accountability systems, achieving
• Developed future leaders through hands‑on coaching and performance tracking, resulting in 43% of candidates earning early leadership roles or accelerated advancement during initial training programs.
• Served as a trusted leader in a high‑visibility role, balancing individual performance with team success; recognized as the #1 performer in a competitive, screened peer group.

- Operations and Process Improvement

• Managed end‑to‑end candidate processing workflows, coordinating documentation, compliance, scheduling, and stakeholder communication; improved throughput and accuracy while maintaining strict regulatory standards.
• Played a key role in organizational climate and compliance initiatives, analyzing survey data and helping implement corrective action plans that strengthened workplace culture, accountability, and retention outcomes.
• Consistently delivered high‑quality results with minimal supervision, earning repeated recognition for reliability, professionalism, and operational excellence.

- Community Engagement and Brand Representation

• Acted as a public‑facing ambassador for a national organization, representing brand values through community outreach, public speaking, and volunteer leadership; strengthened public trust and expanded candidate pipelines.
• Led and participated in community service initiatives benefiting 80+ families, reinforcing organizational credibility while building long‑term relationships within the local market.

- Technical Expertise & Project Execution

- Worked independently and with a team in fast-paced environments while meeting productivity and quality expectations.

Led critical plumbing installation during a VIP facility renovation, assessing system requirements and installing 60+ feet of copper piping, delivering a fully compliant system that passed inspection with zero rework.

Executed complex HVAC and utilities repairs across multiple deployed environments, restoring 75+ air‑conditioning units and repairing over 120 plumbing fixtures, improving quality of life and operational readiness for 1,000+ personnel.

Managed material procurement and accountability for six simultaneous construction projects, maintaining 100% accuracy in tool and equipment tracking, eliminating delays and enabling all projects to finish on schedule.

Supervised installation of 35,500 sq. ft. of insulation and decking for berthing structures supporting Afghanistan operations, enhancing force readiness and accelerating occupancy timelines.

Directed installation of three large‑scale laundry facilities, coordinating utilities tie‑ins and site prep, increasing base service capacity and improving daily operations for deployed personnel.

Maintained critical water infrastructure supplying 200,000+ gallons daily to Camp Fallujah and the surrounding city, improving sanitation, morale, and operational sustainability.

- Leadership, Training, and Team Development

• Generated and analyzed weekly reports to track crew performance and identify areas of improvement.

Led multiple squads and fire teams across high‑tempo construction and security operations, setting priorities, assigning tasks, and mentoring junior personnel, resulting in consistently high team performance and qualification rates.

Trained and mentored Seabees toward Seabee Combat Warfare qualification, directly coaching three members to completion, strengthening unit readiness and technical capability.

Served as Detail SCW Instructor, developing and delivering training that improved technical proficiency and safety awareness, reducing errors and increasing qualification throughput.

Provided intrusive leadership and daily mentorship to junior troops, fostering teamwork and professional growth, resulting in higher morale and improved retention indicators.

-Quality, Safety, and Process Improvement

• Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.

Implemented strict safety oversight as project safety supervisor, enforcing compliance and conducting inspections that resulted in 65 mishap‑free construction days.

Delivered consistently high‑quality workmanship across all assigned projects, requiring little to no supervision and achieving zero rework across multiple deployments.

Streamlined tool room and material management processes, improving accountability and reducing delays in project execution.

Enhanced camp infrastructure reliability by conducting preventive maintenance on pumps, HVAC systems, and utilities, reducing downtime and extending equipment life cycle.