Marcus Poehler

Experience

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  United States Air Force

  Nov 2013 - Jul 2016

  - Managed the EO office, supervising 12 personnel in the execution of serving 22,000 employees (military and civilian) at Robins Air Force Base (RAFB).- Oversaw informal and formal complaints: ensured the law was upheld, timelines were met, and all employees were given the opportunity to be heard regarding matters of unlawful discrimination.- Overhauled the RAFB Special Observance Program by authoring guidance and developing a new implementation method: these actions lead to equal representation for the 15 special observances throughout the year. Show less - Provided oversight on the following large scale operations that were completed on time and had a strategic effect on the installation's ability to accomplish the mission: $3.9M dining facility upgrade, $1.3M fitness center upgrade, and a $47M upgrade to lodging.- Ran the “Career Development” section tasked with carrying out promotions, assignments, reenlistments, and separations for a base of 12,000+. This led to the proper movement of soldiers, ultimately ensuring the Air Force was able to meet its global objectives and mission. Show less - Served in support of Operation Enduring Freedom as a Human Resources Director within the Afghan Public Protection Force Advisory Group (AAG), allowing the Afghan Public Protection Force (APPF) to build and maintain a security force through the validation/tracking of over 20,000 Afghan guard positions.- Critically analyzed 531 United States funded manpower positions, culminating in $2M of annual savings through meticulous attention to detail and negotiation.- Oversaw the Recruitment/Hiring Team that filled 354 vacant APPF positions within 6 months, leading to a 2% staff increase and the proper allocation of $200,000.- Led over 125 convoy missions around Kabul resulting in a 100% success rate (objective completed as designed), which allowed the AAG to effectively carryout the mission of aiding the local populace. Show less

  • Equal Opportunity Deputy Director

    Jul 2014 - Jul 2016

  • Personnel Officer

    Jul 2011 - Jul 2014

  • Combat Advisor: Human Resources

    Nov 2013 - Apr 2014
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  Self-employed

  Apr 2019 - Jul 2023

  Stay-at-Home Parent

  - Expertly juggled the following areas: childcare, scheduling and logistics, and educational development.

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  US Air Force Reserve

  Dec 2021 - now

  - Guide the 944 Force Support Squadron (FSS) tasked with supporting 1800 Reservists via PersonnelActions, Education/Training, Lodging, Food Service, Fitness, and Cyber Operations.- Revamped the Home Station Training (HST) Program for 70 personnel, who are entrusted with beingcombat ready in order to fulfill world-wide Air Force (AF) deployments. - Created the first A1 (Manpower/Personnel/Services) Directorate within Air Force Central Command bydivesting 3 groups and validating 85 new positions, becoming the principal advisor to a $25M portfolio.- Orchestrated the delivery and installation of 3 new facilities by repurposing $4000,000 in equipment,providing a drastic increase in morale and quality of life for 2,500 deployed personnel.

  • Operations Officer

    Jul 2016 - now

  • Deputy A1 Director

    Dec 2021 - Jul 2022
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  Love's Travel Stops

  Jul 2023 - now

  - Manage the Tire/Mechanical Shop that gets customers back on the road quickly and safely.- Provide detailed repair cost estimates, sales promotions, and obtain necessary approvals/payments.- Keep customers updated on vehicle status, use evaluative methods to diagnose issues, and providecomprehensive explanations of completed work. - Oversaw the daily operation of a Travel Stop, Fast Food Restaurant, and Tire/Mechanical Shop. - Coordinated the scheduling, training, and execution of daily tasks of more than 50 employees.- Actively participated in the recruitment and hiring processes, bringing on new talent to further overall business needs.

  • Service Advisor - Truck Care

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Operations Manager

    Jul 2023 - Jan 2024