Shane Wester
Little Falls,MN
Summary
Results-driven operations professional with expertise in personnel management, logistics, and project oversight. Proven ability to enhance operational readiness and efficiency through strategic planning and robust communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Sergeant
MNARNG 55 CERFP
Cambridge, MN
06.2025 - Current
- Directed budget management, personnel coordination, and equipment movement to ensure optimal readiness and response capabilities during training exercises and actual events.
- Served as primary liaison officer for search and extraction missions, facilitating effective communication with Army command and control.
- Coordinated logistical support for training exercises, enhancing operational readiness and efficiency.
- Facilitated equipment upkeep and inventory control to ensure seamless operations and resource availability.
Senior Operations Sergeant
851st Engineer Vertical Construction Company
Little Falls, MN
06.2022 - 05.2025
- Advises the commander on training, logistics, personnel and unit mobilization readiness requirements and ensures that the unit maintains comprehensive mobilization plans.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Trained new personnel on operational procedures and equipment usage to enhance team efficiency.
- Supervised logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of products while minimizing transportation costs and delays.
Assistant Operations Sergeant
Headquarters, 682D Engineer Battalion
Saint Cloud, MN
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Staff Coordination: Assisting in the development, issuance, and execution of Battalion and Brigade OPORDs and taskings.
- Training Management: Providing technical advice, training management, and readiness assistance to all Battalion units.
- Coordinated training programs for personnel, enhancing skill sets and operational readiness across the battalion.
- Assessed operational performance, identifying areas for improvement and recommending solutions.
Operations and Training Sergeant
HHD 84th Troop Command
Cambridge, MN
06.2016 - 09.2020
- Advises the commander on training, logistics, personnel and unit mobilization readiness requirements and ensures that the unit maintains comprehensive mobilization plans.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained personnel records, and submitted operational reports.
- Trained new personnel on operational procedures and equipment usage to enhance team efficiency.
Supervised logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of products while minimizing transportation costs and delays. - Evaluated trainee performance, providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous improvement.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for all training sessions, ensuring optimal resource allocation and minimizing conflicts.
Education
Construction Operations And Management
1st Brigade Engineer Academy
Fort Leonard Wood, MO10-2018
MilitaryCourse - Company Readiness And Operations
National Guard Professional Education Center
Little Rock, AR07-2017
Military Course - Administrative, Training And Pay
National Guard Professional Education Center
Little Rock, AR08-2016
Skills
- Operations management
- Personnel management
- Project management
- Logistics management
- Payroll administration
- Communications expertise
- Human resources
- Evaluating performance
Accomplishments
- Supervised a team of eight staff members.
Affiliations
- Member of American Legion
Timeline
Operations Sergeant
MNARNG 55 CERFP
06.2025 - Current
Senior Operations Sergeant
851st Engineer Vertical Construction Company
06.2022 - 05.2025
Assistant Operations Sergeant
Headquarters, 682D Engineer Battalion
09.2020 - 05.2022
Operations and Training Sergeant
HHD 84th Troop Command
06.2016 - 09.2020
Construction Operations And Management
1st Brigade Engineer Academy
MilitaryCourse - Company Readiness And Operations
National Guard Professional Education Center
Military Course - Administrative, Training And Pay
National Guard Professional Education Center