1. EUGENE SILER
103 Hillsdale Drive
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
(315) 222-3094
Genesiler6@gmail.com
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL
~ 20+ Years of Diverse, Successful Operations Management Experience ~
~ Proficient in Project Management, Program Development, Strategic Operations and Personnel Supervision ~
More than 20 years of military experience. Solution-oriented and versatile management professional
with documented success in the implementation of improved programs, training/cross-training of
personnel, and increasing productivity through innovation and adherence to quality standards. Skilled
communicator accustomed to cross-functional coordination and procedural documentation. Proven
ability to work successfully with diverse individuals to achieve goals and meet targets on time and
within budget. Top Secret Security Clearance.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
• Manage personnel effectively concentrating on high quality standards, timeliness and safety.
• Demonstrated management abilities in multiple operations segments.
• Implemented human resource and administrative management programs. Supervised large numbers of
personnel and held responsibility for millions of dollars in government property.
• Interacted with co-workers, supervisors and subordinates dynamically while working within a range of
responsible capacities, including deployment to combat zones and hazardous environments.
• Provide inspirational team leadership and counseling to subordinates that increases morale and raises
performance and productivity levels.
• Over 23 years of experience applying creative approaches to solve ill structured training and education
problems by utilizing sound instructional design practices, multiple instructional methodologies,
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KEY COMPETENCIES
Operations Management Project Management Consensus Building
Personnel Supervision Visionary Outlook Quality Control
Motivation/Training Leadership/Team Building Budgeting and Forecasting
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principles of adult learning theory and blended learning techniques to engage learners to achieve
curriculum goals.
• Implement emerging learning technologies to increase efficiency and reduce resourcing requirements.
• Subject matter expert in instructional design, leader development, training delivery, facilitation
techniques and performance improvement.
PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE
SUPERVISOR, OPERATIONS MANAGER, INSTRUCTOR
UNITED STATES ARMY – VARIED LOCALS US AD OVERSEAS
1991 – 2015
• Most recent position as Senior Military Instructor, University of Dayton ROTC program,
Dayton, Ohio. Directed planning and execution of all ROTC training events including budget, scope,
outcome, and made recommendations to the Professor of Military Science to enhance training and the
productivity of the program
• Established direction and standards of accountability for training events and serve as primary instructor
of Military Science 301 and 302 courses.
• Instrumental in program being ranked second in the nation in 2013 out of 278 Senior ROTC programs
• Administered examinations, conducted in depth counseling sessions and served as a mentor and role
model for the University’s Reserve Officer Training Corps consisting of 70 contracted Cadets; Assisted
in management of the program’s annual budget of $125,000 with direct oversight in ordering supplies
and equipment for the program
• Oversaw productivity, effectiveness, and efficiency of retention and reintegration program operations;
analyzed and resolved issues in program support activities of deployment lifecycle, reintegration, career
development, coaching, and on-boarding for students and military service members
• HQ First Sergeant, 1
st
Battalion, 26
th
Infantry, Fort Knox, Kentucky. Served as the senior
enlisted member of a 250 person light Infantry company deployed in support of Operation Enduring
Freedom in Afghanistan where the scope of responsibility was dispersed across five remote outposts
with seven subordinate organizations
• Oversaw subordinate commands through written correspondence and site visits during combat
operations.
• Managed administrative functions utilizing detailed spreadsheets/ Ensured all evaluations and awards
were processed on time and in compliance with Army Regulations
• Detected weaknesses in the previous operational strategy and implemented a more aggressive
approach that targeted the local insurgency while strengthening the local government in Eastern
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Afghanistan; This approach increased security in the company by 300% as attacks decreased
significantly during combat operations
• Managed all HR activities, held quarterly administrative classes which enhanced effectiveness of the
unit
• Executed operational planning and managed logistics support operations for joint combat patrols often
partnered with coalition forces
• Developed and conducted professional development programs and presentations on varied topics to
including morale, welfare and health, re-enlistment and retention, promotion trends, Equal Employment
Opportunity, sexual assault prevention and safety
• Served as First Sergeant, or senior enlisted manager, of a Light Infantry Company 1
st
Battalion, 26
th
Infantry, Fort Knox, Kentucky. Prepared and trained a 131-person company for
world-wide deployment operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in Khowst Province,
Afghanistan, while simultaneously training a Battalion of Afghan National Army Soldiers on military
operations and tactics
• Rated as the top First Sergeant in the Battalion during combat operations that resulted in being selected
to lead a remote and desolate combat outpost consisting of 250 coalition soldiers and 150 Afghan
soldiers
• Safeguarded and maintained a property portfolio valued in excess of $25 million.
• Developed a professional training program focused on leader development and small unit performance
while excelling in harsh, combat conditions; training program enhanced leader performance
• Senior Small Group Leader of the Non Commissioned Officers Academy at Fort Knox,
Kentucky.
• Selected over 16 fellow instructors and recognized as the instructor of the cycle for outstanding
performance as a small group leader due to quality facilitation and classroom instruction
• Facilitated and led a classroom environment composed of small groups to promote discussion and
enhance the learning environment focusing on small unit operations and military orders
• Led validation of 533 hours of new curriculum for an advanced leadership and management
development course for senior employees and completed all formative assessments one year ahead of
schedule
• Researched and analyzed military doctrine and comprehensive lesson plans that enabled the material
to be easily understood and delivered in a conducive learning environment
• As a Platoon Sergeant, 2
nd
Battalion, 14
th
Infantry, Fort Drum, New York, prepared and
trained a 41-person Infantry Platoon on military tactics and combat operations in support of operations
in Iraq.
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• Led over 175 combat patrols in Southwest Baghdad where tactical knowledge and competence led to
the capture of multiple high value insurgents in area of operation, decreasing insurgent activity by 30%
over the deployment.
• Served as the primary instructor for all machine gun and small arms ranges, assisted in the
development of training exercises that fully prepared the unit for combat operations; utilized both a
facilitation and hands on approach
• Served as Squad Leader, 1
st
Battalion, 506
th
Infantry, South Korea.
• Managed HR activities for nine personnel. Trained alongside and partnered with the Korean Army.
• Provided superb leadership and guidance during very stressful conditions on the border.
• Served with The Old Guard of the United States Army, the nation's foremost color guard ,
the Continental Color Guard. Served as the national color bearer during multiple State dinners and full
honor ceremonies across the National Capital region. Participated in both of President Clinton's
Presidential inaugurations combined with honoring significant foreign dignitaries and military leaders at
various ceremonies.
EDUCATIO
N
Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership and Learning Cum Laude
University of Louisville, Louisville, KY
Associate of Arts
Central Texas College, Killeen, TX
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS
Department of Defense Instructor Training Course and the Small Group Leader course
First Sergeant Course
Senior Leaders Course
Advanced Leaders Course
Warrior Leaders Course
Instructor Training Course
Military History Instructor Course
Short Range Marksmanship Course
Master Fitness Course
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ASSOCIATION
S
National Infantry Association
Volunteer at Hope House in Middletown, Ohio
AWARDS
Bronze Star x2, Meritorious Service Medal x 4, Army Commendation Medal x4, Army Achievement Medal x 10,
Army Good Conduct Medal 7
th
award, National Defense Service Medal, NATO Medal, Kosovo Campaign Medal,
Iraqi Campaign Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Global War on
Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Non Commissioned Officer Development Ribbon
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ASSOCIATION
S
National Infantry Association
Volunteer at Hope House in Middletown, Ohio
AWARDS
Bronze Star x2, Meritorious Service Medal x 4, Army Commendation Medal x4, Army Achievement Medal x 10,
Army Good Conduct Medal 7
th
award, National Defense Service Medal, NATO Medal, Kosovo Campaign Medal,
Iraqi Campaign Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Global War on
Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Non Commissioned Officer Development Ribbon
