robert kilgore resume
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ROBERT BLAKE KILGORE108 Appomattox Drive, Cameron, NC 28326
EDUCATION / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
Bachelor of Science: Cross Interdisciplinary Studies, Minor Military Science, East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, Tennessee
United States Army Military Police Basic Officer Leadership Course, 2011: Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri
United States Army Military Police Captain’s Career Course, 2014: Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:
Operational Plans Director and Military Veteran with a Secret Security Clearance; offering over 8 years of proven leadership experience in the United States Army. Accomplished quantitative results while directly leading and managing up to 250 personnel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment of global and domestic military operations. Possess a comprehensive background in Operations Management and Project Management with additional background in Security Management and extensive law enforcement experience. Mitigated risk upon multiple lines of effort to protect personnel, property, equipment, and other assets valued over $24M. Consistently rated with highest marks by senior leadership through all annual performance evaluations and hand-selected for the most challenging tasks.
Project Manager Security Operations Manager Operations Manager Leadership / Supervision Problem Solving / Planning Risk Management
Operational Readiness Training / Development / Certification Safety
Qualitative Assurance / Accountability Logistics Knowledge Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Brigade Chief of Plans (Operational Plans Director) Fort Bragg, NC January 2015 – Present Directs the planning, resourcing, execution, and evaluation processes for all future operations in a multi-echelon organization (Army Infantry Brigade) consisting of up to 4,500 personnel. Manages an operational planning staff consisting of up to 20 personnel across 9 different departments. Assigns and supervises project managers/operational planning teams to accomplish domestic and global military operations.
Planned, resourced, executed, and evaluated 16 successful global and domestic military operations to date.
Project manager and liaison with United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC); supervises 250 personnel during 6-week training exercise across multiple states.
Project manager for the 82nd Airborne Division Out-Load Support Brigade (OSB); rapidly deploys Global Response Force (GRF) consisting up to 4,500 personnel, equipment, and logistical assets.
Project manager responsible for the mobilization and reintegration of 60 personnel, equipment, and logistical assets to complete 5-week training exercise at the Army Joint Regional Training Center (JRTC).
Brigade Provost Marshal (Security Operations Manager) Fort Bragg, NC November 2014 – Present
Serves as the principle advisor to the Commander and senior officials on all policing, security, and crime prevention operations. Develops programs and policies to increase safety awareness/operational readiness
Manages 6 Federal Installation Access Control Points and 3 shift supervisors; responsible for the planning, training, certification, and scheduling of 66 personnel.
Company Executive Officer (Operations Manager) Fort Campbell, KY March 2013 – April 2014 Managed daily operations of an organization consisting of over 150 personnel across 8 different departments; maintained accountability and serviceability of equipment and supplies valued in excess of over $24M through global and domestic operations.
Rated #1 of 5 Executive Officers in the Battalion during annual performance evaluation.
Organization awarded the Army Award for Maintenance Excellence 2012 and 2013 for the 101st Airborne Division.
Organization awarded the Army Supply Excellence Award 2012 and 2013 for the 101st Airborne Division.
Reduced company equipment shortages by 45%, maintained mission readiness rating above 99% for 13 months.
Managed comprehensive fielding plan for the distribution of 33 High Mobility Multi-purpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) navigation systems, which eliminated the organization’s transportation barriers.
Platoon Leader (Area Manager) Fort Campbell, KY June 2011 – March 2013
Directly responsible for the discipline, training, morale, health and welfare of 42 personnel; ensured all personnel were prepared to conduct full spectrum Military Police Unified Land Operations. Ensured the combat readiness of 3 sections totaling 14 military police teams.
Recognized as the Military Police Officer of the Year 2011 for the 716th Military Police Battalion.
Rated #1 of 12 junior leaders within the organization for 2 consecutive years.
Awarded for exceeding course standards during the Military Police Basic Officer Leadership Course (rated 6 out of 46, Commandant’s List).
Fostered positive climate and constantly encouraged professional, physical and personal development, which resulted in the highest company physical fitness average and Air Assault School qualifications.
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING / CERTIFICATIONS:
IS 100, 200, 700, 800, FEMA Online Site; NIMS Courses 2013ICS 300, ICS for Expanding Incidents; Tennessee Emergency Management AgencyICS 400, ICS Command & General Staff for Complex Incidents; Tennessee Emergency Management AgencyJ3ST-US010, Defense Support to Civil Authorities (DSCA), 20150.5 Joint Qualified Officer Points (JQO), Joint Requirements Office for CBRN defense, 2015Military Police Anti-Terrorism Officer Basic Course, Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri
Awards: 2 Army Commendation Medals for Meritorious Service in Iraq and Service with the 218th Military Police Company, 2 Iraq Campaign Medals, Global War on Terrorism Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Air Assault Badge and Pathfinder Badge
MEMBERSHIPS and PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
Military Officers Association of AmericaAssociation of the United States ArmyMilitary Police Regimental Association