Devante McLean
Arlington
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Operations Chief
United States Army
08.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Senior Executive Communications NCO
United States Army
08.2023 - Current
- Boosted operational efficiency through implementation of lean principles, resulting in reduced waste and improved production timelines.
- Streamlined operations for increased efficiency by identifying bottlenecks in sales processes and implementing targeted solutions.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement by promoting open communication channels for feedback from all levels within the organization.
- Negotiated favorable contract terms with vendors, leading to significant cost savings while maintaining product quality and timely delivery.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Drill Sergeant Leader
United States Army
01.2020 - 08.2023
- Mentored junior instructors, improving overall instructor proficiency and effectiveness in training delivery.
- Ensured adherence to proper safety protocols while conducting live-fire exercises, minimizing risk of injury or property damage.
- Implemented safety protocols during field exercises to minimize risk of injury or accidents to personnel.
- Streamlined administrative processes for better record-keeping and communication between staff members.
- Assisted struggling trainees individually by identifying their weaknesses early on while developing tailored remedial plans that addressed specific needs effectively.
- Fostered resilience among trainees through challenging mental exercises focused on problem-solving techniques and adaptability strategies.
- Contributed to the continuous improvement of the basic training program by providing regular feedback on curriculum design based on real-world experiences from deployments or missions.
- Assisted in the development of future leaders by identifying trainees with strong potential for leadership roles and providing additional mentorship opportunities.
- Evaluated trainee progress regularly using standardized tests, individual assessments, and performance reviews to determine areas for improvement.
- Enhanced trainee performance by implementing rigorous physical fitness programs and demanding obstacle courses.
- Prepared soldiers for deployment by conducting realistic combat scenarios designed to build confidence under high-stress situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - IT Management/Leadership
Trident University International
Cypress, CA08.2024
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Computer Skills
- Calm Under Pressure
Certification
- Bartending License, Professional Bartending School - September, 2024
- Techniques of Alcohol Management (TAM) License, September 2024
- IT Security+ Certification - February 2024
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification - March 2023
Timeline
Senior Operations Chief
United States Army
08.2024 - Current
Senior Executive Communications NCO
United States Army
08.2023 - Current
Drill Sergeant Leader
United States Army
01.2020 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - IT Management/Leadership
Trident University International
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