Serves as the commander’s principal staff officer overseeing daily operations, developing training plans, managing resources, and supervising the well-being of the 11,000+ Ohio Army National Guard personnel geographically dispersed across Ohio and/or forward deployed both within and outside of the continental United States.Authenticated all plans and orders for the commander to ensure units synchronized all functions intime, space and purpose in accordance with the commander’s… Show more Serves as the commander’s principal staff officer overseeing daily operations, developing training plans, managing resources, and supervising the well-being of the 11,000+ Ohio Army National Guard personnel geographically dispersed across Ohio and/or forward deployed both within and outside of the continental United States.Authenticated all plans and orders for the commander to ensure units synchronized all functions intime, space and purpose in accordance with the commander’s intent and planning guidance.Presided over the actions of an executive staff and specific direct reports to ensure the organizationmaintained a clearly defined vision in the performance of their duties to achieve operational goalswhile fostering a climate of mutual trust, cooperation, respect, and teamwork.Noted by Brigadier General, “Stewart is the #1 Colonel in the Ohio Army National Guard. His ability toanalyze complex problems and provide easily understandable recommended solutions is unmatched.” Show less

Principal advisor to executive leadership on all related human resources matters for 11,000+geographical dispersed personnel.Ensured the current and future personnel readiness and well-being of the unit through thedevelopment and integration of personnel policies and programs designed to achieve desired andstrength objectives and support state and local emergency response requests for forces.Developed, coordinated and implemented programs and policies directly associated… Show more Principal advisor to executive leadership on all related human resources matters for 11,000+geographical dispersed personnel.Ensured the current and future personnel readiness and well-being of the unit through thedevelopment and integration of personnel policies and programs designed to achieve desired andstrength objectives and support state and local emergency response requests for forces.Developed, coordinated and implemented programs and policies directly associated with accessions,distribution and sustainment, and the readiness of the Ohio Army Reserve National Guard (OHARNG)units and organization.Developed, evaluated and directed the implementation of personnel policy, programs and budgets forresponsive, flexible and effective personnel support to six major organizational units across the state.Commended by Brigadier General, “His dedication to the organization, doctrinal acumen and focus onpersonnel and family welfare set him apart from his peers and make him a trusted advisor to thecommand. He always exceeds expectations and improves every organization he is a part of whilemanaging the most challenging missions and assignments. Show less

Led an armored regiment taking charge for the accomplishment of all assigned Operation SpartanShield missions by providing purpose and direction to accomplish objectives through physicalpresence and direction during operations.Oversaw the execution of operations and training, personnel readiness and equipment readiness, andfor the continued development of the organization into an agile, adaptive, proficient, and lethal unitcapable of high-tempo offensive and defensive tasks… Show more Led an armored regiment taking charge for the accomplishment of all assigned Operation SpartanShield missions by providing purpose and direction to accomplish objectives through physicalpresence and direction during operations.Oversaw the execution of operations and training, personnel readiness and equipment readiness, andfor the continued development of the organization into an agile, adaptive, proficient, and lethal unitcapable of high-tempo offensive and defensive tasks against conventional and unconventional forcesin mixed and open terrain.Relied upon to increase the effectiveness of the unit by delegating to subordinates the authority toaccomplish their missions; holding subordinate leaders responsible for their actions and by fostering aclimate of mutual trust, cooperation and teamwork.Recognized by Brigade Commander, “A selfless servant/leader, he challenges his team to achievegreatness. He leads his battalion from the front and obtains measurable results. Though tough andtenacious, he exercises empathy when making difficult personnel decisions. His strongestcompetency remains the ability to lead others.” Show less

Selected from a very competitive process to attend and obtain a Master of Arts, Strategic Studiesadvanced degree.

Primary advisor to executive leadership on all matters related to strength management whiledeveloping, implementing and managing a state strength management program to maintain a force of11,000+ personnel, including overseeing short-, mid-, and long-range planning guidance to ensurethat adequate funding, training, advertising, and logistical support was allocated for the successfuloperation and support of the program’s effort.Developed organizational plans and strength… Show more Primary advisor to executive leadership on all matters related to strength management whiledeveloping, implementing and managing a state strength management program to maintain a force of11,000+ personnel, including overseeing short-, mid-, and long-range planning guidance to ensurethat adequate funding, training, advertising, and logistical support was allocated for the successfuloperation and support of the program’s effort.Developed organizational plans and strength studies that integrated demographic analysis for militarycommand structure locations/relocation, organizations and reorganizations to determine the impactcommand structure changes would have on the future structure and composition of the Guard and onits strength management, and to ensure the Reserve Noncommissioned Officers were focusing on themost lucrative recruiting markets in the state.Lauded by Major General, “Stewart is an extraordinary officer and one of the top three of his rank Ihave ever senior rated. Jon successfully harmonizes confidence with humility, intellect with simplicity,and aggressiveness with common sense. He consistently exceeds the high expectations that seniorleadership sets for him.” Show less

Deputy to the Command Inspector General as one of two Majors assigned to the IG Office to lead andperform all four IG functions (Inspections, Assistance, Investigations, and Teaching and Training) andadminister oaths.Conducted internal investigations on personnel and processes for both the Army and Air NationalGuard, inspected units for compliance to Army standards, and responded to requests for assistancefrom soldiers and their families.Served as the confidential… Show more Deputy to the Command Inspector General as one of two Majors assigned to the IG Office to lead andperform all four IG functions (Inspections, Assistance, Investigations, and Teaching and Training) andadminister oaths.Conducted internal investigations on personnel and processes for both the Army and Air NationalGuard, inspected units for compliance to Army standards, and responded to requests for assistancefrom soldiers and their families.Served as the confidential advisor and factfinder for the command while simultaneously remainingsufficiently independent to those individuals requesting IG assistance would continue to do soAccountable to maintain the IG tenet of confidentiality and to ensure restrictions placed on thedistribution and use of IG records were maintained.Noted by Major General, “Stewart is one of the two best Majors I have ever evaluated. Jon is abrilliant officer who understands priority setting and excels at getting things done. While operations ishis strength, Jon demonstrated the intelligence and executive qualifications to excel in any careerfield. His rare and successful blend of leadership coupled with his superior management andadministrative abilities will assure success in virtually any assignment.” Show less

Responsible for the day-to-day management of an Ohio Army National Guard Combined Arms Battalion.