Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Security Clearance
References
Timeline
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Bryon K. McGainey

Sumter

Summary

Operations Supervisor with extensive experience at Fort Jackson and First Army Division. Demonstrated success in operational planning and team leadership, implementing training programs that improved soldier readiness. Proficient in data analysis and communication, ensuring compliance and optimizing operations for mission success. Acknowledged for innovative program development and critical thinking skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Supervisor, Staff Sergeant

Fort Jackson
Sumter
06.2024 - Current
  • Responsible for developing and executing operational plans, including mission analysis, troop movements, and coordinating with other staff sections to ensure successful operations.
  • Manage the unit's training schedule, overseeing the planning and execution of various training exercises to ensure soldiers are prepared for combat scenarios.
  • Assists the battalion commander in planning, preparing, conducting, and supervising all events and training activities.

Division Operations Supervisor, Staff Sergeant

First Army Division
05.2023 - 05.2024
  • Company Overview: Fort Cavazos TX (Formerly Fort Hood)
  • Coordinated Observer Controller Training (OC/T) Academy tracking and reporting data for the Division Commander and reports for United States Army Forces Command (FORSCOM) and First Army Headquarters.
  • Created and implemented programs for the Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Program (BOSS) that became the standard for all units at Fort Cavazos.
  • Recognized by the First Army Office of the Inspector General for creating new Organizational Inspection Program (OIP) products.
  • Managed first-time OIP Coordination responsibilities given to Division West to inspect 5 Brigades.
  • Fort Cavazos TX (Formerly Fort Hood)

Operations Supervisor, Staff Sergeant

First Army Division
12.2022 - 05.2023
  • Company Overview: Fort Cavazos TX (Formerly Fort Hood)
  • Served as First Army Division West's G3 Current Operations (CUOPS) NCO.
  • Responsible for reviewing, creating, tasking of, and tracking Operations Orders for 5 Brigades and 25 subordinate Battalions for a TDA Division Headquarters.
  • Trained and prepared Army Reserve and National Guard forces for deployment.
  • Responsible for providing situation awareness to the Commander, Division, and BDE Staff and coordinated all current operations, involving personnel and down trace/mobilizing units.
  • Oversaw all the Observer Controller Trainer (OC/T) Academy training tracking along with the Army Training Network suite of programs tracking individual training for five Brigades and the Division Headquarters.
  • Fort Cavazos TX (Formerly Fort Hood)

Operations Validation Manager, Staff Sergeant

Division West
09.2021 - 11.2022
  • Company Overview: Fort Cavazos TX (Formerly Fort Hood)
  • Served as the Division Validation Manager, responsible for tracking, reviewing, and preparing validation packets for the Commanding General’s signature.
  • Responsible for the daily tracking and updating of unit Validation dates and any augmented Validations (Fort Bliss 5th Armor and Fort Cavazos 120th Infantry Brigade).
  • Maintained and updated the Division West Validation tracker to keep the 1st Army apprised of deviations regarding validation dates.
  • Responsible for executing and certifying FORSCOM Regionally Aligned Forces (RAF) individual and collective training for deploying Service Members in support of Overseas Contingency Operations.
  • Fort Cavazos TX (Formerly Fort Hood)

Senior Trainer, Staff Sergeant

CONUS Replacement Center
09.2020 - 09.2021
  • Company Overview: Fort Bliss, TX
  • Instructed and certified deploying Soldiers, maintained accurate records, and obtained support for training.
  • Responsible for planning, preparing, and presenting both classroom and hands-on training utilizing audiovisual materials, training aids, and actual equipment.
  • Evaluated performance-oriented training and provided remedial training and counseling.
  • Performed additional duties as an expert Ammunition Handler.
  • Fort Bliss, TX

Maintenance Supervisor, Sergeant

Regiment 8 Battalion (Transportation)
Jackson
09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Company Overview: Jackson, AR
  • Responsible for maintaining 5-wheeled vehicles and 3 generators; supervised, trained, advised, and professionally developed 3 subordinates.
  • Performed unit maintenance-related administrative functions and supervised the preparation of records and reports.
  • Planned and organized work area layout to gain maximum efficiency and productivity.
  • Established safety procedures and inspected work areas for safe physical and environmental factors; supervised on-the-job training.
  • Performed additional duties as Ammunition Specialist for Task Force Fortnite, Operation Cold Steel III Ammunition Section.
  • Jackson, AR

Education

High School Diploma -

South Carolina High
South Carolina

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
  • Email and calendar management
  • Electromechanical and hydraulic maintenance
  • Electronic technology expertise
  • Training and development management
  • Operational planning and analysis
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Team leadership and collaboration
  • Program and project management
  • Effective communication skills
  • Safety management and oversight
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving
  • Time management strategies
  • Customer relations and engagement
  • Operations management and optimization
  • Compliance and risk management
  • Root-cause analysis techniques
  • Performance monitoring and evaluation

Accomplishments

  • ARMY COMMENDATION MEDAL (3RD AWARD)
  • ARMY ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL (5TH AWARD)
  • ARMY GOOD CONDUCT MEDAL (4TH AWARD)
  • ARMY RESERVE COMPONENT ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL (3RD AWARD)
  • NATIONAL DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL
  • IRAQ CAMPAIGN MEDAL W/4 CAMPAIGN STARS
  • GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM

Security Clearance

SECRET

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Operations Supervisor, Staff Sergeant

Fort Jackson
06.2024 - Current

Division Operations Supervisor, Staff Sergeant

First Army Division
05.2023 - 05.2024

Operations Supervisor, Staff Sergeant

First Army Division
12.2022 - 05.2023

Operations Validation Manager, Staff Sergeant

Division West
09.2021 - 11.2022

Senior Trainer, Staff Sergeant

CONUS Replacement Center
09.2020 - 09.2021

Maintenance Supervisor, Sergeant

Regiment 8 Battalion (Transportation)
09.2019 - 09.2020

High School Diploma -

South Carolina High
Bryon K. McGainey