Waylon Vary
Senior Operations Manager
Summerville,SC
Summary
Accomplished Operations Manager with 20 years of experience utilizing exceptional planning and problem-solving skills to optimize business strategies and daily operations. Known for driving results, fostering team growth, streamlining processes, and boosting overall efficiency. Possesses a deep understanding of industry trends, strong communication abilities, keen eye for identifying areas for enhancement, and a strategic mindset for implementing impactful changes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Law Enforcement Operations Manager
Unites States Army Pacific
Pyeongtaek, South Korea
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Reinvigorated strong relationships with key stakeholders such as the Family Advocacy Program, multilateral investigative divisions, international policing agencies, and the Department of Defense Education system through consistent collaboration and transparent communication, supporting a vast military community of over 40,000 service and family members, defense civilians and contractors, and Korean Service Corps employees.
- Assessed employee-related issues through innovative approaches encompassing labor, performance and training, for a multinational team of over 25 employees. Prioritized administration and investigations, fleet management, equipment procurement, and multiple fiscal year budgets totaling over $500,000 while emphasizing responsible organizational practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless execution of large-scale initiatives including festivals, concerts, dignitary visits, and international public demonstrations for a military and local Korean population surpassing 250,000 personnel.
- Increased team productivity by providing ongoing training and guidance resulting in an increase of 300 case closures spanning 11 years, streamlining procedures in notification of personnel for criminal investigation.
Senior Military Science Instructor
United States Army Cadet Command
Orangeburg, SC
02.2021 - 04.2024
- Supported institution-wide initiatives aimed at promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion inculcating a sense of belonging for all members of the university’s community, resulting in a 92% retention rate from freshman to sophomore years within the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program.
- Comprehensive instruction developed through effective teaching methodologies for improved student performance and readiness in ROTC, which led to a 70% increase in class attendance and overall, 10-point increase in student grades.
- Established a positive learning environment, promoting open communication and mutual respect among students, faculty and staff, which resulted in stronger professor engagement with the ROTC department over student performance.
- Delivered lectures on subjects such as leadership principles, operational planning, and ethical decision-making in the context of military operations. Provided junior and senior-level students with advanced knowledge on geo-political concepts related to government.
Junior Operations Manager
United States Army Forces Command
Killeen, TX
04.2016 - 01.2021
- Evaluated staff performance regularly with quarterly and annual constructive evaluations for 12 entry to junior-level supervisors, designed to promote personal and professional growth within their assigned roles and responsibilities.
- Managed scheduling and workload distribution for a 38-person department while maximizing productivity without overwhelming team members or compromising safety and quality of work.
- Established clear expectations for team members, fostering a positive work environment through open communication, accountability, and an open-door policy allowing junior co-workers to freely introduce ideas to the organization.
- Proactively identified potential problems before they escalated, addressing them swiftly and effectively to minimize negative impact on daily operations.
Physical Security Specialist
United States Army Forces Command
Killeen, Texas
03.2014 - 03.2016
- Implemented visitor screening processes for a military and civilian workforce that exceeded 25,000 personnel, minimizing risks associated with unauthorized individuals gaining access to restricted areas within the organization’s facilities.
- Exposed potential vulnerabilities in physical security infrastructure in areas that included secret compartmented information, weapon storage, and military vehicle facilities for more than 100 subordinate organizations.
- Briefed investigative findings with external organizations to secure employees, locations and assets in response to and anticipation of unidentified threats while providing best practices in recommending solutions and improvements.
Military Working Dog Handler
United States Army Europe
Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany
12.2010 - 02.2014
- Played a pivotal role in emergency response situations, on a joint German American Military Police team, by utilizing Department of Defense certified Military Working Dog Teams to quickly assess and neutralize potential threats, whether they be of narcotic or explosives nature.
- Collaboratively conducted joint training opportunities involving the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF), the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), United States Air Force and German Police to enhance interoperability in multi-domain operations.
- Facilitated successful integration of new handlers and dogs by providing guidance, support, and hand-on-training utilizing real-world narcotics and explosives valued in excess of $1 million.
Junior Team Lead
United States Army Forces Command
Watertown, NY
01.2006 - 11.2010
- Directed coordination with overseeing daily team operations for two team members, ensuring smooth workflow from conception to completion.
- Collaborated with senior management to implement goals and strategies that were aligned with the organization’s mission statement.
- Monitored team performance metrics including physical fitness, team training plans, and preventive services and maintenance for organizational equipment. Team metrics contributed significantly to organizational success, leading to being rated the top performing section within the organization.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address and resolve unique team issues quickly and effectively, by addressing key components that led to the specific problem set.
- Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY 01.2022 - 05.2023
Certificate - Organizational Leadership
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY 01.2022 - 08.2022
Certificate - Interactive Training And Leadership
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY 01.2022 - 08.2022
Skills
- Analytical problem solving
- Planning and Implementation
- Collaborative team management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Operational efficiency oversight
- Policy implementation
- Operational efficiency enhancement
- Dedicated professional commitment
Timeline
Senior Law Enforcement Operations Manager
Unites States Army Pacific
05.2024 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Western Kentucky University
01.2022 - 05.2023
Certificate - Organizational Leadership
Western Kentucky University
01.2022 - 08.2022
Certificate - Interactive Training And Leadership
Western Kentucky University
01.2022 - 08.2022
Senior Military Science Instructor
United States Army Cadet Command
02.2021 - 04.2024
Junior Operations Manager
United States Army Forces Command
04.2016 - 01.2021
Physical Security Specialist
United States Army Forces Command
03.2014 - 03.2016
Military Working Dog Handler
United States Army Europe
12.2010 - 02.2014
Junior Team Lead
United States Army Forces Command
01.2006 - 11.2010
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