Weston Lingo

Experience

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  US Army

  Jan 2022 - now

  Orchestrated strategic oversight in the supervision of new military enlistee integration, spanning six distinct military recruitment services over a territory encompassing more than 200,000 square miles across Colorado and Wyoming with a demographic reach of 6.4 million. Spearheaded the comprehensive management of a diverse team comprising 26 military and civilian personnel, ensuring optimal training, welfare, and administrative operations. Pioneered the evaluation and enhancement of U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command (USMEPCOM) protocols, devising innovative procedures that were subsequently implemented nationwide, elevating operational efficiency and standardization. Championed the flawless execution of applicant processing for over 3,000 candidates through adept utilization of US Military Entrance Processing Station Integrated Resource System (MIRS) and Military Health System (MHS) Genesis.● Expertly appointed as the Contracting Officer with stewardship over strategic procurement for candidate logistics, successfully administering comprehensive contracts with a cumulative value exceeding $1.5 million for lodging, transportation, and meal provisions.● Pioneered as the architect and driving force behind an innovative pilot scheme aimed at expediting the processing throughput at Denver MEPS; the initiative dramatically cut applicant processing times from 12 days to 2, culminating in a 67% year-over-year surge in enlistment figures for the period.● Demonstrated an unwavering commitment to organizational growth by mentoring emerging leaders, imparting pivotal skills in professional development, complex problem-solving, and the art of conflict resolution.● Exemplified exemplary asset management acumen, maintaining vigilant control over office resources valued at $50,000, achieving a zero-loss record through meticulous oversight. Show less Primarily responsible for advising the commander and subordinate units on all aspects of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) warfare including; the employment of protection assets to enable the Brigade's theatre shaping operations, techniques and procedures for training the Brigades 2,300 soldiers, and maintenance and logistics of the Brigade's CBRN Equipment program. As the Primary Force Protection Officer the focus was the evaluation of the current threat levels at home and within Both Europe and Asia where the subordinate units operated while deployed.•Ranked in the top 5% in the Brigade Staff by the Brigade Executive Officer•Appointed and conducted the additional duties as the Brigade Unit Readiness Officer, Billing Official, Current Operations Officer, Brigade Safety Officer, Senior Family Readiness Officer, Show less

  • Transitioning Veteran

    Jun 2024 - now

  • Operations Manager

    Dec 2022 - now

  • Brigade Chemical Officer and Force Protections Officer

    Jan 2022 - Dec 2022