Ross Kilburn
Flagstaff
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience as a commissioned officer in the United States Army, specializing in resource allocation and training development. Demonstrated success in process improvement and operational analysis, resulting in enhanced outcomes. Skilled in mentoring teams and ensuring regulatory compliance, promoting excellence and readiness. Committed to empowering soldiers and their families, improving operational effectiveness.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Division Chief of Operational Training
United States Army
Fort Sill
06.2024 - Current
- Managed resource allocation to support training development for the operational Army.
- Implemented best practices for improving existing processes and developing new ones.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and ethical standards across the division.
Commissioned Officer
United States Army
Various
11.1997 - Current
- Diverse leadership experience across small organizations and executive levels.
- Deep understanding of military life, veterans' issues, and Equal Opportunity regulations.
- Advised Soldiers on VA and Tuition Assistance benefits during Active Duty.
- Managed budgets totaling $3 million, achieving accuracy within 2% of projections.
Chief of Operations (Fires)
United States Army
Lille
04.2020 - 05.2024
- Oversaw training programs to develop soldier skills and operational readiness. Designed and implemented doctrine for NATO and the French Army.
- Led cross-functional teams in executing complex projects under tight deadlines.
- Conducted regular audits to evaluate operational performance and identify areas for improvement.
Battalion Commander
United States Army
Camp Atterbury
05.2018 - 04.2020
- Developed strategic plans for mission execution and resource allocation.
- Mentored junior officers in leadership skills and decision-making processes.
- Acted as an advocate for soldiers' concerns regarding living conditions, pay and benefits issues, family separation allowances.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Pre Law
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ07-1997
Skills
- Resource allocation
- Process improvement
- Regulatory compliance
- Training development
- Project management
- Operational analysis
Languages
French
Limited
Timeline
Division Chief of Operational Training
United States Army
06.2024 - Current
Chief of Operations (Fires)
United States Army
04.2020 - 05.2024
Battalion Commander
United States Army
05.2018 - 04.2020
Commissioned Officer
United States Army
11.1997 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Pre Law
Arizona State University
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