Jason Carter
Project Manager
Wiesbaden
Summary
Results-driven leader with 20 years of experience in analytical study, program evaluation, human resources, and program management. Demonstrated expertise in translating analytical findings into actionable plans, enhancing program effectiveness and leading workforce planning initiatives to drive operational excellence in complex environments.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Strategic Effects Coordinator
56th Artillery Command, U.S. Army Europe and Africa
7 2024 - Current
- Coordinated 3 large-scale multinational exercises involving more than 10,000 Allies and partners within 3 months, enhancing team interoperability and readiness
- Improved operational readiness by 50% in 5 months, coordinating defense resources with 32 NATO Allies and European partners, bolstering alliances and strategic priorities
- Coordinated the integration of 10 new, multi-domain defense technologies in the European theater of operations over 6 months, which informed and impacted change for the United States Army and her Allies
- Led the Fires contingent at the 400 person U.S
- Army Europe and Africa's Combined Training Conference in Istanbul, Turkey, resulting in the successful resourcing of 90% of exercise requirements from 28 of 32 NATO Allies through 2028
- Managed screening, interviewing, and hiring of 30 mid-grade and senior officer candidates over 6 weeks, achieving 100% placement and maintaining operational readiness during a major personnel transition
Executive Officer to Commanding General
56th Artillery Command, U.S. Army Europe and Africa
02.2023 - 07.2024
- Expertly orchestrated over 100 briefings, office calls, and staff meetings for the Commanding General, driving increased operational efficiency
- Managed logistics for 20 official trips, achieving 100% adherence to schedule and budget constraints, ensuring seamless travel and engagement for key personnel
- Communicated the Commanding General's priorities to U.S Army Europe and Africa, enhancing collaboration with Army, Joint, and NATO partners
- Spearheaded the activation of an executive office for a new 1,000 personnel organization, establishing foundational protocols that streamline operations
- Coordinated executive engagements across Europe and North America for multiple general officers, leading to the development of new standard operating procedures and setting benchmarks for future initiatives
Director of Operations
56th Artillery Command, U.S. Army Europe and Africa
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Directed the efforts of 38 staff members across current and future operations cells
- Coordinated the rapid deployment of 2,379 personnel and 55 military equipment pieces from 19 countries to Germany in under 96 hours
- Managed a $4 million budget and established clear planning timelines
- Enhanced operational efficiency through prudent allocation of resources
Director, Commander's Planning Group
Fires Center of Excellence and Fort Sill
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Expanded organizational objectives reach by 25%+ through leading command-related activities and public affairs initiatives
- Enhanced messaging consistency by refining senior leadership guidance and establishing a unified communications framework
- Spearheaded civil-military cooperation initiatives, successfully cultivating partnerships with over 50 military and community leaders with the launch of the 'Frontier Friends' program that strengthened local ties and community support
- Managed the Congressional Liaison and Public Affairs teams, improving engagement strategies and achieving increased positive perception among targeted audiences through strategic media campaigns
Executive Director (Battalion Commander)
4th Battalion, 1st Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Armored Division
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Trained and supported the welfare of over 650 personnel and their families, fostering an environment that significantly enhanced morale and cohesion within the organization
- Achieved the highest personnel retention rate among a 16,000-member installation within 12 months through investment in human capital
- Accounted for more than 250 organizational equipment items valued at over $250 million, implementing streamlined tracking systems that improved inventory accuracy and reduced losses
- Executed an annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 million with meticulous financial oversight, ensuring compliance that led to cost savings and optimized resource allocation
- Successfully led a complex deployment of our 650-person organization from El Paso, Texas, to the Republic of Korea, meticulously aligning our operations with U.S
- Department of Defense strategic objectives over nine months
Chief of Plans
Joint Multinational Readiness Center, 7th Army Training Command
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Designed and executed large-scale multinational military exercises for over 3,000 personnel, significantly enhancing military readiness across NATO and Europe
- Led planning conferences at Hohenfels and various strategic European locations, driving impactful revisions to Army Europe Regulation on training protocols
- Developed and implemented realistic training scenarios that seamlessly aligned with unit objectives, achieving 100% compliance with exercise standards
Deputy Senior Brigade Trainer
Joint Multinational Readiness Center, 7th Army Training Command
03.2016 - 05.2017
- Successfully guided over 50 U.S and Allied executive officers across 13 training exercises, directly enhancing operational readiness and effectiveness
- Selected by the Commander of Operations Group to serve as the Senior Brigade Trainer for two major multi-national exercises
- Conducted thorough formal and informal evaluations of training performance, identifying areas for growth and driving improvement in operational weaknesses while bolstering strengths within NATO forces
- Contributions as a subject-matter expert in multinational interoperability led to the publication of three influential articles on operational trends in Field Artillery
Crisis Action Planner
United States Forces Korea (USFK)
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Spearheaded joint planning efforts that directly influenced decisions made by the Korean Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the U.S
- Secretary of Defense
- Developed and executed operational concepts that enhanced Korea's defense strategic readiness by 40%
- Led the ROK-US Bilateral Crisis Action Operational Planning Team, achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate for deliberate planning of contingencies
- Facilitated a 30% increase in response time to real-world threats through effective crisis management strategies
- Delivered high-quality results in a high-pressure environment, achieving zero missed deadlines
- Produced and presented impactful briefings to senior leadership, translating complex crisis scenarios into actionable insights
- Resolved 100% of high-demand crisis situations with strategic clarity and operational excellence
Director of Operations
4th Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, U.S. Army
05.2013 - 12.2013
- Directed operations for the Army's inaugural Train, Advise, and Assist Command, a 3,692-personnel organization, orchestrating efforts across six subordinate units and 14 specialized teams in five provinces of eastern Afghanistan
- Mentored 43 subordinates, ensuring 100% accountability for $2.7 million in government equipment, which significantly reduced loss and mismanagement
- Redesigned the brigade targeting methodology, which strengthened the capabilities of Afghan National Security Forces, enabling them to independently combat emerging threats
Chief Of Staff
5th Battalion, 82nd Field Artillery, 1st Cavalry Division, U.S. Army
09.2011 - 05.2013
- Spearheaded the development of a comprehensive training strategy that enabled a swift organizational reset of equipment and personnel, achieving full deployment readiness within just 9 months
- Recognized among the top 1% of officers for exemplary performance during critical battalion redeployment and reset phases
- Created tailored quarterly training guidance that positioned the battalion for unscheduled deployments while rebuilding core competencies
- Led a dual-training initiative at Fort Drum, NY, while coordinating battalion support at the Joint Readiness Training Center, enhancing operational readiness for lethal fires and Security Force Assistance
- Managed continuous operations at the battalion command post and tactical operations center, significantly optimizing command and control during missions
- Facilitated military decision-making processes that contributed to timely operations order development and seamless staff interactions
Military Advisor & Training Coordinator
4th Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, U.S. Army
03.2010 - 09.2011
- Successfully enhanced the capabilities of a 13,000-Soldier Iraqi Federal Police Division by providing comprehensive training in counterinsurgency operations
- Initiated and facilitated a company mortar training event for the 6th Brigade, 3rd Iraqi Army, resulting in a remarkable 30% increase in unit performance over five month-long exercises
- Organized and spearheaded the deployment of 48 Field Grade Officer Augmented Advisors to the 4th Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, ensuring strategic support in northern Iraq
- By integrating and training advisors prior to deployment, achieved 100% readiness for eight transition teams, significantly bolstering mission readiness
- Meticulously oversaw training, operations, and logistics as the Executive Officer for a Stability Transition Team, contributing to successful mission outcomes and improved partnership with Iraqi forces
Effects Integrator and Operations Strategist
3rd Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) - US Army
10.2009 - 03.2010
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training policies that led to a 20% increase in training efficiency
- Managed 11 Theater Campaign Plan deployments across six nations, enhancing coordination and execution
- Spearheaded planning conference with Japanese Ground Self Defense Force for successful bi-lateral training integration
- Conducted in-depth analyses and strategic plans to improve operational readiness and scheduling
Director of Operations | Operations Trainer
3rd Battalion, 358th Field Artillery Regiment
09.2008 - 09.2009
- Advised and mentored over 250 multi-service leaders on best practices in Detainee and Base Defense Operations
- Executed Mission Rehearsal Exercises concentrating on Internment Operations
- Guided the training of 4 officers and 45 non-commissioned officers through the Observer Controller/Trainer Certification Program, elevating training efficacy
- Completed the Interservice Non-Lethal Individual Weapons Instructor Course to bolster tactical training capabilities
- Managed resources for over 10 Detention Operations missions and Live Fire Exercises
- Coordinated training cycles for 5 rotations, including two U.S
- Navy units, ensuring consistent mission alignment
Executive Director (Battery Commander)
75th Field Artillery Brigade
06.2007 - 09.2008
- Led an 88-person organization in comprehensive training, combat readiness, and logistics operations, ensuring 100% accountability for $16.7 million in equipment
- Successfully recovered and returned $187,846 in excess equipment, earning the organization's inaugural 'Supply Room of the Quarter' award
- Spearheaded deployment logistics from Fort Sill, OK, to the Joint Readiness Training Center, garnering high praise from senior leaders
Deputy Director of Operations
75th Field Artillery Brigade
12.2005 - 06.2007
- Successfully managed extensive planning duties while independently completing rigorous Ranger School training, demonstrating resilience and commitment to excellence
- Led the strategic planning and execution of a Mission Readiness Exercise for a 215-man security element, orchestrating the efforts of over 400 personnel during complex battlefield scenarios
- Designed and executed two command post exercises that resulted in the 75th Fires Brigade's successful certification by the FORSCOM Commander, enhancing overall operational competence
- Authored detailed operations orders and tactical SOPs that significantly improved readiness for major training events
- Collaborated with Fort Sill's digital facility to introduce advanced training techniques, ensuring the flawless execution of training exercises and elevating the unit's effectiveness in meeting mission objectives
Deputy Director of Operations
2nd Battalion, 11th Field Artillery Regiment, 25th Infantry Division
05.2002 - 06.2005
- Managed the welfare and training initiatives for 13 officers and 111 soldiers, overseeing more than $2 million in equipment to ensure peak operational readiness
- Selected to spearhead the organization's deployment during Operation Iraqi Freedom II, efficiently consolidating personnel and equipment to achieve mission preparedness ahead of schedule
- Directed battalion logistics across three Forward Operating Bases, delivering 100% logistical support while traveling over 10,000 miles in hostile environments, resulting in zero incidents
- Orchestrated the strategic movement of 350 pieces of rolling stock and hazardous materials from Schofield Barracks to Iraq, seamlessly resupplying all units across Northern Iraq
- Led multiple security operations during the Iraqi National elections in Kirkuk, maintaining a secure environment without any major incidents, which solidified trust and safety in a critical period
Deputy Director of Operations
2nd Infantry Division - Korea
06.2001 - 05.2002
- Led employment strategies and coordinated operations for 44 U.S
- Army and Korean soldiers, ensuring peak operational readiness
- Oversaw the maintenance and readiness of over $10 million in organizational equipment, resulting in a 15% reduction in downtime and enhanced mission capabilities
- Instrumental in achieving the exclusive 21D Commanding General's PT Streamer within two years, a testament to the exemplary performance fostered within the unit
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice
Auburn University
01.1996 - 12.1999
Master's Degree - Public Administration
Webster University
01.2005 - 12.2006
Strategic Studies Fellowship Program - undefined
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
01.2014 - 12.2014
Joint Professional Military Education-II - undefined
Joint Combined Warfighting School
01.2016 - 12.2016
Skills
Project Management
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute
Timeline
Executive Officer to Commanding General
56th Artillery Command, U.S. Army Europe and Africa
02.2023 - 07.2024
Director of Operations
56th Artillery Command, U.S. Army Europe and Africa
06.2022 - 01.2023
Director, Commander's Planning Group
Fires Center of Excellence and Fort Sill
06.2020 - 06.2022
Executive Director (Battalion Commander)
4th Battalion, 1st Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Armored Division
01.2018 - 05.2020
Chief of Plans
Joint Multinational Readiness Center, 7th Army Training Command
05.2017 - 12.2017
Deputy Senior Brigade Trainer
Joint Multinational Readiness Center, 7th Army Training Command
03.2016 - 05.2017
Joint Professional Military Education-II - undefined
Joint Combined Warfighting School
01.2016 - 12.2016
Crisis Action Planner
United States Forces Korea (USFK)
01.2014 - 01.2016
Strategic Studies Fellowship Program - undefined
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
01.2014 - 12.2014
Director of Operations
4th Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, U.S. Army
05.2013 - 12.2013
Chief Of Staff
5th Battalion, 82nd Field Artillery, 1st Cavalry Division, U.S. Army
09.2011 - 05.2013
Military Advisor & Training Coordinator
4th Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, U.S. Army
03.2010 - 09.2011
Effects Integrator and Operations Strategist
3rd Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) - US Army
10.2009 - 03.2010
Director of Operations | Operations Trainer
3rd Battalion, 358th Field Artillery Regiment
09.2008 - 09.2009
Executive Director (Battery Commander)
75th Field Artillery Brigade
06.2007 - 09.2008
Deputy Director of Operations
75th Field Artillery Brigade
12.2005 - 06.2007
Master's Degree - Public Administration
Webster University
01.2005 - 12.2006
Deputy Director of Operations
2nd Battalion, 11th Field Artillery Regiment, 25th Infantry Division
05.2002 - 06.2005
Deputy Director of Operations
2nd Infantry Division - Korea
06.2001 - 05.2002
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice
Auburn University
01.1996 - 12.1999
Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute
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Strategic Effects Coordinator
56th Artillery Command, U.S. Army Europe and Africa
7 2024 - Current
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