Long time North Carolina and Onslow County resident, and avid local park attendee
Trail Ultra Marathon Endurance athlete
Former Collegiate Wrestler and State Champion
Martial Arts Instructor ( Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing)
Samuel Bryant
Jacksonville,NC
Summary
A passionate and dynamic leader with extensive experience as a Captain and Infantry Officer in the United States Marine Corps. Excels in team leadership, planning, supervision, and effective communication. Throughout military service enhanced unit readiness through innovative training programs, and fostered a culture of mentorship and trust that significantly enhanced the success and welfare of team members both in and out of combat conditions.
A Track record of fostering healthy work relationships, strong background in leadership and planning, and a collegiate level athlete with a passion for sports development and coaching. With strong ties to Onslow Country, and North Carolina as a whole, makes an excellent candidate for the Onslow Parks and Recreation Department team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Platoon Commander
Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, USMC
07.2017 - 10.2021
- Lead a Platoon under combat conditions in Kabul, Afghanistan during Operation Freedoms Sentinel, resulting in the safe evacuation of thousands of Americans and Non Combatants.
- Planned, Executed and Supervised dozens of training exercises around the world in high stress environments.
- Implemented comprehensive safety protocols as the Officer in Charge and or Primary Safety Officer during all training events.
- Oversaw platoon administrative tasks, ensuring accurate records management for both gear and personnel accounting for over sixteen million dollars of vehicles, weapons, and equipment.
- Conducted thorough after-action reviews to higher and subordinate leadership to identify areas for improvement and build team success.
- Cultivated strong relationships with foreign military and civilian personnel while under combat conditions.
- Instructed Principles of Management and Introductory Psychology within the College-Level Examination Program for over thirty personnel.
Company Commander
Infantry Training Battalion, SOI-E, USMC
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Planned and Supervised all academic and tactical training of over two hundred Infantry students and twenty permanent personal.
- Mentored over thirteen senior combat instructors, contributing to their professional growth and career progression.
- Improved unit readiness by implementing comprehensive physical training and sports programs to a wide demographic of students with varying backgrounds and experiences.
- Served as an ambassador for the organization during community outreach events and volunteer programs in Onslow Country .
Battalion Academics Officer
Infantry Training Battalion SOI-E, USMC
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Utilized data-driven curriculum planning to inform battalion decisions for future academic classes and field training for over one thousand students.
- Established effective relationships with key training suppliers both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities, and unit readiness.
- Acted as the Disaster Readiness Officer for all inclement weather effecting Camp Geiger, NC.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC05-2017
Skills
- Team Leadership and Cohesion
- Planning, Coordination and Supervision of Events
- Excellent Communication and Public Speaking
- Creative Problem Solving
- Safety Centered and Detail Oriented
- Successful Mentoring Ability
- Skilled Recruitment and Healthy Working Relationships
- Calm and Professional Conflict Management Skills
Interests
Timeline
Battalion Academics Officer
Infantry Training Battalion SOI-E, USMC
08.2022 - 09.2023
Company Commander
Infantry Training Battalion, SOI-E, USMC
11.2021 - 08.2022
Platoon Commander
Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, USMC
07.2017 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
North Carolina State University
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