Sawyer Hess
Fort Johnson,LA
Summary
Strategically-minded Battalion Operations Officer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess in-depth expertise in strategic planning, logistics coordination, and staff leadership. Excel at critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making. Ready to leverage communication skills and adaptability to excel in dynamic environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Battalion Operations Officer
1st Battalion (Airborne), 509th Infantry Regiment
Fort Johnson, Louisiana
07.2024 - Current
- Oversees the planning, coordination and execution of tactical operations and responsible for the training over 600 Soldiers and the maintenance of over 300 vehicles and equipment valued at $70 Million Dollars
- Prepared detailed written reports and formulated policy and guidance for use of subordinate organizations.
- Advised Commanders on risk management strategies when conducting missions and supervised subordinate staff officers in their daily duties and tasks.
- Identified opportunities for improving efficiency within the unit's operations.
Assistant Operations Officer
1st Battalion (Airborne), 509th Infantry Regiment
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Assists the Battalion Operations Officer in planning, coordinating and execution of tactical operations and assists in development of training for over 600 Soldiers and over 300 vehicles
- Participated in cross-functional teams tasked with improving operational efficiency through process optimization initiatives.
- Performed root cause analysis when issues arose during operations process execution.
- Collaborated with senior management team to develop long-term goals for the organization.
Executive Officer
Attack Company, 1st Battalion, 32nd Infantry
Operation Inherent Resolve, CENTCOM
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Served as the Company's Executive Officer responsible for enforcing the Commanders Command Supply Discipline Program (CSDP) with equipment valued at $4 Million Dollars with a loss of $0 dollars of equipment while deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR) Syria
- Advised junior officers in the planning, coordination and execution of over 95 combat patrols
- Spearheaded the Companies Logistical resupplies over the duration of the deployment. Responsible for overseeing all equipment and life support upkeep.
- Rated #3 and most qualified of 84 Officers in grade the Battalion Commander had ever rated while assigned to the Battalion.
Liason Officer
Special Operations Joint Task Force-Levant
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Coordinated between the Special Operations Joint Task Force (SOJTF) and Task Force Warrior, Deconflicting over 400 combat patrols across 4 countries
- Assisted in planning and coordinating with Non-Government Organizations (NGO) to provide humanitarian Aid to over 3000 individuals.
- Provided daily updates to the Commanding General SOJTF, about current force protection and equipment status
Scout Platoon Leader
1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division
Fort Drum, NY
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Responsible for the training, morale, welfare and maintenance of all assigned Soldiers & equipment worth $2 Million Dollars
- Trained, Mobilized and Deployed a 240 Soldier Company to Central Command with equipment valued at over $25 Million Dollars
- Developed Scout Platoon Soldiers to be lethal enablers that can successfully collect & report information in line with the Battalion Commanders Reconnaissance Guidance
- Rated the #1 and most qualified of 16 Platoon Leaders in the Battalion.
Heavy Weapons Platoon Leader
Dog Company, 1st Battalion, 32nd Infantry
Fort Drum, NY
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Responsible for the training, morale, welfare and maintenance of 16 Soldiers and equipment valued at $4.5 Million Dollars
- organized and led a Brigade gunnery and was directly responsible for the training and certification of 16 gun crews or 72 Soldiers.
- Rated a top 5 and most qualified officer in the Battalion by the Battalion Commander.
- Directed the activities of subordinate leaders in order to complete assigned missions.
Front Desk Staff
Mountainside Fitness
Tempe, AZ
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Performed data entry of client information into the database system.
- Prepared welcome packages for new clients including relevant forms to be filled out before their first visit.
- Provided exceptional customer service by resolving customer complaints promptly and efficiently.
Sales Representative
American Campus Communities
Tempe, AZ
09.2016 - 05.2018
- Reviewed monthly performance against targets set by management team.
- Developed and maintained relationships with existing clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create promotional materials for products and services.
Education
Project And Personnel Managment
Maneuver Captains Career Course
Fort Moore, GA12-2023
Reconnaissance And Surveillance Leaders Course
Fort Moore, GA11-2020
Organizational Leadership
US Army Ranger School
Fort Moore, GA03.2020
Organizational Leadership
Infantry Basic Officer Leader Course
Fort Moore, GA10-2019
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Arizona State University
05-2019
References
References available upon request.
Accomplishments
- Army Commendation Medal with Combat Device and 1 Oak Leaf Cluster
- Army Achievement Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Operation Inherent Resolve Campaign Ribbon with 1 Campaign Star
- Parachutist Badge
- Air Assault Badge
- Expert Infantryman Badge
- Ranger Tab
Timeline
Battalion Operations Officer
1st Battalion (Airborne), 509th Infantry Regiment
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Operations Officer
1st Battalion (Airborne), 509th Infantry Regiment
03.2024 - 07.2024
Executive Officer
Attack Company, 1st Battalion, 32nd Infantry
07.2022 - 05.2023
Liason Officer
Special Operations Joint Task Force-Levant
05.2022 - 07.2022
Scout Platoon Leader
1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division
09.2021 - 05.2022
Heavy Weapons Platoon Leader
Dog Company, 1st Battalion, 32nd Infantry
12.2020 - 09.2021
Front Desk Staff
Mountainside Fitness
09.2018 - 05.2019
Sales Representative
American Campus Communities
09.2016 - 05.2018
Project And Personnel Managment
Maneuver Captains Career Course
Reconnaissance And Surveillance Leaders Course
Organizational Leadership
US Army Ranger School
Organizational Leadership
Infantry Basic Officer Leader Course
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Arizona State University
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