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Strategic planning, operations and personnel management, leading cross-functional teams across multiple regions. Lead division encompassing 15,000 members, 93 units and 88 training centers in 37 states. Oversee senior leadership of 12 and extended leadership nationwide. Coordinate daily operations and administration, report directly to reserve (part-time) Commanding General (CEO). Supervise supply management, maintenance, facilities, safety, administration, logistics, communication and internal inspections and audit. Full decision authority for expenditure approval, mediation, legal and administrative decisions.➣ Operate $70 million budget, monitor expenditures and identify opportunities for growth and savings.➣ Tackle COVID safety issues and incorporate new processes and best practices into training plans.➣ Foster partnerships with senior leadership across multiple time zones, building unity of effort, and morale. ➣ Optimize training beyond combat readiness, including suicide prevention, sexual harassment prevention and resiliency.➣ Promote diversity and inclusion through programs to identify and advance exceptional talent."Throughout our careers, we are told that colonels are the 'senators' of the service. In the case of [Cesar] Rodriguez, it is true. He is the consummate statesman; unflappable during times of uncertainty and steadfast in his ability to render a timely decision. He is in fact, the day to day commander of the Division when the Commanding General is not on orders or drilling. Cesar needs little to no oversight and zero 'managing.' He simply moves forward and gets to solutions. In addition to all of this, he is an absolute joy to serve with." - Performance Evaluation

Planned operations for an acclaimed facility, trained more than 30,000 Marines and developed future leaders.Directed team of 15 senior leaders to prepare and execute transformational training program. Mobilized operations leveraging annual budget of more than $8.5 million in civilian/military salaries and 2,200 service members on station. Restructured and updated training, building greater consistency and alignment between two training facilities on opposite coasts. Formalized new four-phase recruit training program, unintended bias training and resiliency training. ➣ Orchestrated emergency COVID program and protocols, reducing potential exposure and maximizing continuity and efficiency in training. Implemented quarantine plan, flexing personnel to multiple quarantine locations. ➣ Maximized recruit retention through injury analysis. Implemented new program, reducing injuries by 39% in one year.➣ Evacuated more than 7,000 trainees and support staff safely, relocating 300 miles and out of path of hurricane. ➣ Overhauled logistics/operations for gender-integrated training. Communicated benefits to internal/external stakeholders."Relentlessly focused on priorities, safety and effectiveness. Resilient and level-headed, represented the command in high-level forums and responded to queries with detail and professionalism few others could provide. Installation and training readiness increased markedly due to persistence and attention." - Performance Evaluation

Translated short- and long-term impact of international policy on military operations. Mentored and advised Think Tank, providing insight to educate future government leaders and inform public policy. Advised members in military strategy and operations.

Centralized and strategic planning for the mobilization of nearly 200,000 Marines worldwide. Analyzed force requirements, capacity and proposed solutions to meet global security demands. Prepared data and presentations for senior leaders in advance of cross-functional and service meetings. Briefed leaders and shared candid advice based on thorough research and analysis. ➣ Earned reputation among most senior military leadership for strategic counsel and operational knowledge.➣ Executed the Global Force Management, Reserve Integration and Reserve Mobilization leveraging a diverse team.

Selected to serve as the sole Marine Corps representative and one of ten U. S. representatives to attend the NATO Defense College.

Joint operations of United States and Korean military, achieving shared goals of diplomacy and security. Facilitated strategic and operational planning or joint military Command. Identified responsibilities and coordinated efforts across teams. Planned joint training exercises and negotiated operational plans to advance security efforts.➣ Oversaw daily operations within the Plans Division; developed, executed and communicated plans.➣ Navigated open and transparent negotiations within equal employment opportunity case. Appointed to position of settlement officer, resolving case in reduced time and cost.➣ Drafted and gained approval of bilateral operational plans to tackle crisis management.➣ Fostered greater cross-cultural understanding and improved communications.

Board selected for Command. Led operational readiness and directed two successful deployments.Headed, mentored and counseled nearly 1,000 service members. Boosted professional development of individuals and mission-critical skills. Inspected, instructed and evaluated to achieve standards. Planned and oversaw budget for training, travel, equipment and repairs. Supervised community outreach within veteran community and through Toys for Tots. Earned recognition for top Battalion within the Regiment. Achieved highest medical and dental combat readiness within Regiment and Division. Maintained high equipment readiness (99.5%) for potential deployments.