Christopher Seilaff
Chino
Summary
A strategic leader with 16 years of U.S. Army experience, translating a record of operational excellence into successful program delivery. Expert in full lifecycle management, data-driven process improvement, risk mitigation, and leading high-performance teams to exceed all objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Station Commander 79R (Sergeant First Class)
United States Army Active Guard Reserve
07.2024 - Current
- Directed program operations with full accountability for strategic mission attainment.
- Led high-performance teams, driving data-driven improvements to exceed all goals.
- Served as executive liaison, managing stakeholders and strategic program alignment.
- Governed the program lifecycle, enforcing quality assurance and risk mitigation.
Station Commander 79R (Staff Sergeant)
United States Army Active Guard Reserve
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Directed program operations with full accountability for strategic mission attainment.
- Led high-performance teams, driving data-driven improvements to exceed all goals.
- Served as executive liaison, managing stakeholders and strategic program alignment.
- Governed the program lifecycle, enforcing quality assurance and risk mitigation.
Army Recruiter 79R (Sergeant - Staff Sergeant)
United States Army Active Guard Reserve
08.2019 - 11.2022
- Directed full-cycle projects from lead generation to contract execution.
- Managed a project portfolio to consistently exceed all performance targets.
- Managed stakeholder relationships to secure project commitment and buy-in.
- Ensured 100% adherence to rigorous regulatory and quality assurance standards.
Operations Manager
1-877-GOGO-JUNK
02.2016 - 08.2019
- Directed a diverse portfolio of construction and demolition projects.
- Managed all project resources, schedules, and budgets to ensure profitability.
- Oversaw all field operations, ensuring safety and quality standards.
- Served as the primary liaison between clients, crews, and leadership.
Combat Engineer 12B (Private - Sergeant)
United States Army Reserve
06.2010 - 08.2019
- Directed full lifecycle of critical infrastructure and engineering projects.
- Managed project risk and safety in high-hazard operational environments.
- Led engineering teams, managing all personnel, equipment, and project resources.
- Ensured project adherence to technical specifications and quality standards.
Demolition Manager
1-877-GOGO-JUNK
09.2014 - 02.2016
- Directed the end-to-end lifecycle for complex demolition projects.
- Governed all project risk, safety, and regulatory compliance.
- Managed project scope, budget, schedule, and all resources.
- Served as primary client and stakeholder liaison for projects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Post University
Waterbury, CT06-2025
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Full Lifecycle Program Management
- Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Stakeholder Management & Communication
- Risk Analysis & Mitigation
- Process Optimization & Re-engineering
- Data-Driven Performance Analysis
- Scope, Budget & Schedule Control
- Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance
- Operations & Resource Management
Accomplishments
- Overhauled the end-to-end operational workflow, slashing processing timelines from 157 to 52 days and accelerating delivery by 67%.
- Increased year-over-year program output by 50% through strategic planning and data-driven process improvements.
- Achieved a 600% performance increase, securing a #1 rank out of 278 stations in the Brigade.
- Led a successful program turnaround, exceeding goals by 122% for the first time in five years at new station.
- Recognized as a top 1% performer in the brigade, earning the organization's highest honors: the Gold Recruiter Badge and the Glenn E. Morrell Medallion.
Certification
- PMP - Project Management Professional
- USMAP - Counselor
- USMAP - Computer Operator
- USMAP - Administrative Services Manager
Timeline
Station Commander 79R (Sergeant First Class)
United States Army Active Guard Reserve
07.2024 - Current
Station Commander 79R (Staff Sergeant)
United States Army Active Guard Reserve
11.2022 - 07.2024
Army Recruiter 79R (Sergeant - Staff Sergeant)
United States Army Active Guard Reserve
08.2019 - 11.2022
Operations Manager
1-877-GOGO-JUNK
02.2016 - 08.2019
Demolition Manager
1-877-GOGO-JUNK
09.2014 - 02.2016
Combat Engineer 12B (Private - Sergeant)
United States Army Reserve
06.2010 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Post University