Bryant Rice

3904 Sedge St, Zion IL 60099

Cell (224) 224-548-2878
Bryant.rice@hotmail.com
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
A proven and seasoned leader with 21 years of dedicated honorable service that highlights a superior
ability to motivate team members and enhance overall efficiency, performance and compliance with procedures
and regulations. Proven track record of exceptional service focused on achieving goals and objectives . Results-

driven manager and leader with experience in logistics, quality control and process improvement. A
hard working, diligent, and pro-active professional with a positive attitude and the ability to manage
multiple projects and tasks at any given moment. Highlighted leadership qualities that include extensive
knowledge of work practices, conditions of employment and promotion of team values.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Customer Service Management Mentoring & Coaching Operations Management Planning & Organizing
Sales/Margin Improvement Project Management Case Management Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Human Resources Labor Relations Specialists

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Beach Park Middle School
Teachers Assistant

2013 to Present

Assisted in the teaching and professional development of a diverse population of over 700 middle school students.
Instilled teamwork, motivation, and initiative to obtain an atmosphere of superb higher learning encouraged by
dedicated educators. Proactive member among a team of successful teachers that strategically plan and implement
programs of instruction that adhere to the school's philosophy and policies.
Key Accomplishments:
Recognized for creating and managing the school's emergency operation disaster plan through training
exercises and drills which enhanced the operational readiness of all staff members and students.
USS Tortuga (LSD-46)
Command Master Chief Petty Officer (E-9)

2011 to 2013

Senior Enlisted Leader responsible for providing sound guidance and accurate advice to the Commanding Officer
of the Ship in all issues directly affecting the mission and success of the crew. Meticulously led, mentored and
managed the daily duties of 500 Sailors and Marines. Implemented and formulated policies concerning morale,
welfare, job satisfaction, discipline, and training.
Key Accomplishments:
Responsible for several successful six month deployments that involved humanitarian support for allied
countries. Assisted the ship in earning multiple excellent awards earning the title as the best ship stationed in
Japan because of its consistent operational readiness and mission accomplishments.
Recruit Training Command
Master Chief Petty Officer (E-9)

2008 to 2011

Managed, lead and trained 43,000 civilians entering basic military training that included military science,
organizational development, leadership, and personal and professional growth. Supervised over 400 staff

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED

members in accurately processing and tracking all administrative materials, execution of policies and material
readiness of a $35 million budget and a 172,000 square-foot training facility.
Key Accomplishments
Commended for mentoring 48 staff members which resulted in their promotion to the next higher paygrade.
Hand-selected to represent the United States Navy as a Command Master Chief Petty Officer.
USS Port Royal (CG-73)
Engineering Department Leading Manager

2005 to 2008

Supervised and managed a power plant that contained complex engineering operating systems. These systems
included air condition and refrigeration systems, distilling plants, laundry services, diesel engines, and gas turbine
engines.
Key Accomplishments
Selected by the Commanding Officer to assume the role of Engineering Department Leading Manager which
led to multiple success for the ship and crew.
Successfully managed all facets of preventive maintenance related to the material condition of the Ship which
resulted in multiple above average assessments, inspections and longevity of the ship.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Bachelor of Science, Workforce Education and Development, Southern Illinois University, 2002
Bachelor of Arts, General Studies, Minor: Education, Columbia College of Missouri, 2005
Master Training Specialist, United States Navy, 2000