1. Steven G. Ammer
Organizational Development Leader
1516 Chadwick Shores Dr., Sneads Ferry, NC 28460
803-394-1327
ammer3529@yahoo.com
Leadership Development | Training & Instructional Design | Change Management | Diesel Fuel Injection Technician
Profile Summary: Highlymotivated and goal-oriented initiator possessing over 19 years of measured and proven military
experience in the areas of leadership, education & training, organizational development, project management, analysis, process
improvement, transportation, and human resource management within various organizational structures. Effective communicator with
experience successfully directing complex projects from conception to completion achieving optimal results in diverse and challenging
situations.
Conducted product teams learning analyses and curriculum design, enhancing effective formal instruction.
Served as the senior enlisted advisor to executive-level management, providing effective counsel in the utilization of available
resources.
Led, trained, supervised, and evaluated diverse teams of as many as 50 direct reports; consisting of members of the United States
and Coalition Armed Forces as well as civil servant support teams throughout the world.
Refined organizational missions, visions, and goals that increased individual focus and group productivity.
Conducted recruitment and retention of entry-level personnel and support staff with minimal attrition of personnel.
Supervised the sourcing, distribution, operation, and maintenance of over 1,800 ground vehicles.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, SharePoint, and various forms of information and instructional delivering media.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Organizational Security and Management University of Phoenix (2014)
Associates in General Studies, (2004)
Professional Experience
United States Marine Corps - Achieved the rank of Gunnery Sergeant September 1996 –Present
Curriculum Developer, Instructor (Fuel and Electric SystemComponent Rebuild Course) June 2014 – Present
Motor Transport Maintenance Instructional Company, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina
Successfully directed a staff of 4 direct reports that manages the training, readiness, and accuracy of material taught to
maximize effective learning for this demanding, perishable skill set.
Led the organization through a significant change: authored new training materials, implemented updated equipment to be
taught, and participated in product verification during the fielding process of the improved fuel injection test equipment.
Managed a continuous process improvement initiative that improved customer learning.
Conducted analyses of equipment, and instituted changes that improve maintenance processes through the establishment of
enhanced training opportunities to reflect the ever changing technical environment.
Provided professional and personal counseling to more than 30 trainees.
Managed community outreach to foster longstanding relationships and collaboration between the military and civilian
communities; increased partnerships by over 50%.
Material Readiness and Transportation Manager December 2012 – December 2013
II Marine Expeditionary Force, Helmand Province, Afghanistan
Served as the senior enlisted vehicle advisor to the Director of Coalition Logistics (executive), providing effective counsel in
the employment of available resources.
Directed the sourcing, distribution, operation, and maintenance of over 1,800 vehicles within an international environment in
support of the International Security Assistance Force, and regional security and training.
Coordinated the hiring of 4 contract employees to provide training to all service employees in operations of area specific
equipment that resolved a training gap within the enterprise level of the company.
Precluded unnecessary procurement costs by conducting detail analysis, drafting a position paper, and providing
recommendations to senior executives for the cancellation of a previously validated urgent requirement. The recommendation
was approved saving the organization over $7 million.
Maintenance Transportation Manager Jun 2012 – May 2014
2nd
Marine Division, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina
Supervised the organizational maintenance production of over 100 pieces of equipment; identified trends, conducted analysis,
and provided solutions for improved maintenance production.
Coordinated service and maintenance and supplyprogress with executive management in order to ensure the company was
able to meet mission requirements.
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Provided monthly counseling in professional and personal matters for over 40 employees to improve production in the office,
as well as personal growth.
Transportation Manager May 2009 – April 2012
4th
Marine Division, Inspector-Instructor Staff, Joint Base Elmendorf – Richardson, Anchorage, Alaska
Supervised the organizational maintenance production of over 50 pieces of equipment; identified trends, conducted analysis,
and provided solutions for improved maintenance production.
Conducted annual cold weather training for employees and supporting personnel to effectively support the Toys For Tots
program delivery within the interior of the State of Alaska.
Coordinated toy deliveries to several villages within Alaska using air support from New Burg, New York, as well as snow
machines for ground transportation.
Conducted meetings within the local community in order to support better community involvement, as well as to support the
part time employees seeking employment.
Marine Corps Recruiter, Military Entrance Processing Station Liaison May 2006 – May 2009
6th
Marine Corps District, Columbia SC & 6th
Marine Corps District, Charlotte, NC
Served as a canvassing recruiter seeking qualified applicants for employment.
Conducted screening, background investigations, criminal history checks, employment history, and education verification for
potential employees.
Served as the final liaison between organizational and executive sections prior to final employment.
Maintenance & Operations Supervisor, Equipment Technician, Student December 1996 – May 2006
Okinawa, Japan, Camp Lejeune, N.C.
Supervised the production and quality control of engine refurbishment, transmission rebuilding, fuel injection systems, and
electrical component repair.
Conducted maintenance repairs of heavy duty vehicles, trailers, and other support vehicles.
Specialized Training
Leadership and Management
Motorcycle Repair Technician (2003) – Thomson Education Direct
Tools for Coaching Excellence (2006) – Achieve Global
SharePoint Level I & II (2012) – MAGTF Integrated Systems Training Center
Basic and Senior Instructor Certified (2014) – Camp Johnson, NC
Curriculum Developer (2014) - Camp Johnson, NC
Eagle Scout (1992) – Troop 515, Columbia, SC
Hazardous Material Specialty Training
Unit Environmental Coordinators Course (2002) – Patterson Air Force Base
Hazardous Material Management Program (2002) – Patterson Air Force Base
Environmental Compliancy Assessment Management (2002) – Patterson Air Force Base
Environmental Planning and Budgeting Seminar (2002) – Patterson Air Force Base
Environmental Management Systems (2009) – Elmendorf Air Force Base
Hazardous Waste Accumulation Point Manager (2009) – Elmendorf Air Force Base
Green Procurement Program (2009) – Elmendorf Air Force Base
Defense Hazardous Material / Waste Handling (2009) – Elmendorf Air Force Base
Instructional Specialty Training
Basic Instructors Course (2014) – Camp Lejeune, NC
Senior Instructors Course (2014) – Camp Lejeune, NC
Curriculum Developers Course (2014) – Camp Lejeune, NC
Community Involvement
Director, Chadwick Shores Property Owners Association, Sneads Ferry, NC
Master Mason, Centre Lodge #37, Honea Path, SC