GARY STRATTON II
Buckeye
Summary
Accomplished Field Operations and Training Professional with 15+ years of experience supporting government missions in high-risk environments. Expertise in intelligence analysis, risk mitigation, logistics coordination, and program execution. Proven track record of effectively training personnel, troubleshooting operational issues, and ensuring mission success through strategic stakeholder coordination.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Special Operations Instructor
United States Army
05.2021 - 09.2025
- Enhanced training operations as primary point of contact for government objectives.
- Trained personnel on operational procedures and threat mitigation techniques.
- Coordinated daily activities for instructors, contractors, and students to ensure mission success.
- Identified and resolved operational and training issues in real time effectively.
- Delivered detailed reports and recommendations to leadership for informed decision-making.
- Planned and executed a 17-day field exercise for 30 participants, managing logistics.
Intelligence Sergeant / Assistant Operations
United States Army
07.2017 - 04.2021
- Acted as trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing operational intelligence and situational assessments.
- Supported overseas deployments by conducting area analysis and coordinating mission planning activities.
- Managed targeting and operational processes while ensuring compliance with government standards.
- Oversaw a $100,000 operational budget and passed audits with zero discrepancies.
- Conducted liaison activities with government officials and partner organizations to support mission success.
Observer / Coach / Trainer – Exercise Support Group
United States Army
09.2014 - 06.2017
- Provided field support and training oversight for units preparing for deployment.
- Coordinated with civilian officials, landowners, and contractors to establish operational training environments.
- Supervised up to 30 contractors and ensured adherence to safety, quality, and performance standards.
Senior Weapons Sergeant
United States Army
08.2007 - 08.2014
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
M.S. - Management, Risk & Analytics
North Carolina State University
B.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies
Troy University
05-2024
Skills
- Field Service & On-Site Support
- Government & DoD Operations
- Training & Instruction
- Stakeholder & Client Coordination
- Risk & Threat Assessment
- Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution
- Operational Planning
- Reporting & Documentation
- Budget & Resource Management
- - Team Leadership & Mentorship
Certification
Project Management Certification – Project Management Institute (2024)
Timeline
Senior Special Operations Instructor
United States Army
05.2021 - 09.2025
Intelligence Sergeant / Assistant Operations
United States Army
07.2017 - 04.2021
Observer / Coach / Trainer – Exercise Support Group
United States Army
09.2014 - 06.2017
Senior Weapons Sergeant
United States Army
08.2007 - 08.2014
M.S. - Management, Risk & Analytics
North Carolina State University
B.S. - Interdisciplinary Studies
Troy University
Meritorious Service Medal
Retirement 2025
Meritorious Service Medal
End of Tour Award, Iraq, 2020
Bronze Star Medal
End of Tour Award, Syria, 2018
Meritorious Service Medal
Permanent Change of Station, 2017
Bronze Star Medal
End of Tour Award, Afghanistan, 2014