RODNEY KELLEY11381 Asbee St Peyton, CO 80831

706.414.9454rodney.a.kelley@gmail.com

www.linkedin.com/in/rodneyakelley

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Telecommunications / Operations Management Professional and Military Veteran with an active TS/SCI Security Clearance and 21 years of proven experience in the United States Army. Accomplished measurable results leading teams of up to 206 in a dynamic, fast – paced environment. Possess a comprehensive background in Space Operations and Joint Operational Planning derived from conducting domestic and global operations in the United States, Europe, Southwest Asia and Korean Peninsula. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets, property and equipment valued over $100M while meeting the expectations of senior leadership. Possess extensive knowledge in Strategic Planning, Instructing and Training and Development. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism in the United States Army. Career supported by current pursuit of a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management/Project Management from Colorado Christian University and by vast operational experience and multiple military training opportunities.

Leadership Conflict Resolution Risk Management Strategic Planning Operational Planning

Training and Development

Personnel Management

Professional Development Project Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

UNITED STATES ARMY – Various Locations 1995 – PresentSatellite Control Personnel Manager

Managed the human resources, safety and equal opportunity programs for all personnel which sustained superior performance

Planned company physical fitness, Army Warrior Task training and low density Military Occupational Specialty training; advised the commander on training, maintenance and logistics for the company with exceptional results

Executed company plans, policies and procedures; provided administrative, logistics and planning support to the department staff to facilitate operations and training with exceptional results

Managed the maintenance program and operational readiness of 3 satellite command and control platforms valued in excess of $28M resulting in no failed missions

Oversaw the payload and platform control of Defense Satellite Communications System assets in support of the President, Department of Defense customers and special users; received accolades from mission partners

Senior Telecommunications Operations Manager Operated and managed the Current Operations Center, Future Operations Center and

the Tasking Section consisting of 36 soldiers with exceptional results Oversaw equipment valued over $2M; directly responsible for the health, welfare and

professional development of 10 senior personnel Provided knowledge, insight and experience to tasking manager; ensured over 12,000

Operation Orders and Tasking Orders from US Army Pacific Command, Network Command, Reserve Command and US Army Cyber Command were processed on time

Senior Network Plans Manager Planned, coordinated and executed exercises, writing military orders and Signal Concept

of Operations briefings to the senior staff

Led, planned and executed a two day offsite conference which shaped section training, established priorities of effort and improved overall teamwork

Supervised white cell night operations during Signal Mission Readiness Exercise which prepared the unit for Signal Operations in Afghanistan

Executed Convoy Operations Lane Training for Signal Department which increased individual and team readiness

RODNEY KELLEY, PG. 2

United States Forces Korea Personnel Manager Managed $100M+ in classified equipment vital to national security and the safety of 97

personnel; resulted in zero losses and the continued integrity of all classified materials Managed the execution and enforcement of policies, standards of performance, training

and conduct of enlisted personnel

Training Command Personnel Manager Managed the unit’s training program which resulted in countless soldiers being

successfully trained on warrior tasks and battle drills Executed policies and interpreted regulations according to the situation; mentored

personnel on career progression or transitioning from the military Counseled personnel on reenlistment incentives, benefits, options, education benefits,

special programs and transition information offered to service members Prepared and processed documentation for administration of quality control programs;

reviewed and maintained personnel records, and interviewed individuals to ensure accuracy of information

Tactical Satellite Communications Department Manager Supervised and performed personnel activities and functions, personnel action requests,

and evaluation reports Managed, trained and supervised a team of over 40 satellite communicators and

associated equipment while deployed to Iraq; provided seamless tactical satellite communications to strategic and tactical users

Coordinated, planned and ensured the safe execution of relief in place operations for ten satellite communications terminals across Iraq in accordance with standard operating procedures; all missions completed successfully

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONSCurrent pursuit of a Bachelor of Science, Organizational Management, Colorado Christian

University – 2018 Associate of Science, General Studies, Central Texas College – 2006

Antiterrorism Officer Basic Course, US ArmySecurity Manager Course, US Army

Space 200, National Security Space InstituteMaster Resilience Trainer Course, US Army

Technical Transportation of HAZMAT, US ArmyMILSTAR Organizational Level Maintenance Course, US Air Force

Battle Staff NCO Couse, US Army Sergeant Major Academy, US ArmyFirst Sergeant Course, US Army Sergeant Major Academy, US Army

Advanced Leadership and Management Development Course, US ArmyIntroductory Leadership and Management Development Course (Distinguished Honor

Graduate), US ArmySatellite Communications Systems Operator / Maintainer Advanced Skill Training Course, US

ArmyIntroductory Military Training Course, US Army

MEDALS & COMMENDATIONSMeritorious Service Medal (3)

Army Commendation Medal (5)Army Achievement Medal (6)Iraq Campaign Service Medal

Korean Defense Service MedalArmy Basic Space Badge

Drill Sergeant BadgeBronze Order of Mercury

TECHNICAL SKILLSSoftware: Microsoft Office (2003, 2007, 2010, 2013), SharePoint

Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows (95, 98, XP, Vista), Windows 7, Windows 8

ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERSHIPSCombat Veterans Motorcycle Association – Pikes Peak Chapter 3-2 Adjutant/Secretary 2016-

currentSignal Corps Regimental Association – Hawaii Chapter Manager 2011-2014