Scott Vest

Serves as Senior Inprocessing Leader for the Divisions Inprocessing Center consisting of four Infantry Brigades and numerous tenant units; responsible for the health, welfare, training and supervision of five non-commissioned officers; Unit Status Report(USR), financial readiness, medical readiness, and Personnel Actions; responsible for the timely and accurate eMILPO transaction submissions, strength reporting, Soldier unit integration; responsible for the assignment and readiness of over 1,000 Soldiers to there assigned units

• Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
• Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
• Trained employees on [Product or Service] and assigned duties.
• Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Serves as the Operations Sergeant Major in an Infantry Battalion, comprised of 4 Infantry Companies, a Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC), and a Combat Support Company (CSC) in 3 separate locations throughout the Pacific Command, with an assigned strength of 730 Soldiers; conducts operations and training on full spectrum operations; assists the Battalion Sergeant Major in the planning, preparation, and execution of combat training missions; enforces tactical and Soldier discipline; supervises and assists the Battalion Schools, Training, and DTS NCOs; prepares the TOC for orders, drills, briefs, and rehearsals; receives and appropriately handles and distributes OPRORDs, FRAGOs, and Serious Incident Reports (SIRs); responsible for the accountability, maintenance and readiness of equipment in excess of $1.2 million; responsible for the health, welfare, training and operational readiness of 10 NCO's and 20 Soldiers in the section; performs duties as the Battalion Sergeant Major in his absence.

• Led operational planning and execution for complex training exercises, ensuring mission success.
• Coordinated logistics and supply chain management, optimizing resource allocation across units.
• Mentored junior personnel in tactical operations, enhancing team performance and readiness.
• Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in daily operations and training cycles.

Served as a First Sergeant for a multi-functional Forward Support Company in a rapidly deployable Combined Arms Battalion that includes a Distribution Platoon, Maintenance Platoon, and a Food Service Section consisting of 100 Soldiers; assisted the commander in planning, coordinating, and supervising all logistical activities that support an entire 850 Soldier Combined Arms Battalion; advised the commander on enlisted Soldier matters to include duty assignments, promotions, military justice, awards, moral, welfare, professional developement, and equal opportunity concerns; assisted the CDR in property accountability of over $27,000,000 of worth equipment.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.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Responsible for the morale, health, and training of a 75 man Mortar Platoon and the maintenance, accountability, and effective utilization of all platoon-assigned weapons, night observation devices, communications equipment, and individual equipment worth over $10,000,000 including 7 HMMWVs and 20 Mortar Weapon Systems; counsels, disciplines, and develops soldiers and NCOs into competent leaders; maintains the highest state of combat readiness regardless of conditions and personnel changes; advises the Mortar Platoon Leader, the Operations Officer, and the Battalion Commander on the tactical and technical employment of Mortars.Led training exercises to enhance unit preparedness and operational effectiveness.

• Coordinated logistics for equipment and personnel deployment in diverse environments.
• Oversaw maintenance of weapons systems, ensuring operational readiness and safety compliance.
• Implemented tactical strategies to improve mission outcomes during field operations.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute joint operations successfully.

Assigned as the Senior Operations Sergeant responsible for developing and designing organizational training missions and executing objectives to ensure compliance with U.S. Army Training Doctrines; assists the Battalion Executive Officer and Junior Officers in planning, preparing, and executing the development of Battalion Schools and Training programs; ensures all Soldiers assigned are adequately trained to meet the expectations of their advanced school learning objectives; establishes operational policies, curriculum, and regulations for the Battalion company-level senior operations sergeants; documents expectations for junior enlisted personnel and junior leaders; assigns implied and specified tasks; develops plans for all disciplinary findings and gathers decision-making evidence for the Battalion commander.

• Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and operational standards.
• Conducted regular audits of operational processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
• Monitored inventory levels, ensuring availability of critical supplies for ongoing operations and training needs.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve operational issues, enhancing communication and efficiency across units.

Mortar Section Leader assigned to a Stryker Battalion Combat Team; responsible for the welfare, training, and development of nine Soldiers; assists the FSO, and the Commander in the planning, preparation, and execution of all individual and collective training in preparation for rapid real world deployments; employs company mortar assets in support of combat operations in an Arctic environment; responsible for the accountability and readiness of two mortar carrier Strykers with assigned 60mm and 120mm mortar systems worth over 8 million dollars.

• Oversaw projects, equipment and manpower needs to properly allocate resources and training.
• Conducted performance reviews to identify employee strengths and encourage professional development opportunities.
• Evaluated risks associated with various projects or initiatives, devising strategies tailored specifically toward mitigating potential negative impacts.
• Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient processes and procedures.

Squad leader of a mortar section with a wartime mission to deploy anywhere in the world as part of a Stryker Brigade Combat Team (SBCT); ensures the welfare, discipline, training, morale, and professional development of eight Soldiers; maintains technical proficiency with the plotting board, Lightweight Handheld Mortar Ballistic Computer (LHMBC) and Mortar Firing Computer System (MFCS); maintains proficiency in all Fire Direction Center (FDC) duties and the employment of the section as a Company Asset; responsibile for the maintenance and accountability of all Squad equipment valued at over $4,000,000.Operated and maintained complex artillery systems to ensure operational readiness.

• Conducted thorough reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence and assess enemy positions.
• Trained and mentored junior soldiers in indirect fire tactics and safety protocols.
• Developed and executed strategic fire plans to support ground troop operations effectively.
• Analyzed battlefield data to improve targeting accuracy and enhance mission success rates.