Jonathan C. Glover

Duties:

• Lead all operational planning, security, crisis response, and training execution for the 2,000+ Marines assigned to Recruit Depot and Western Recruiting Region.
• Developed and implemented compliance protocols to ensure adherence to federal regulations and organizational standards.
• Direct readiness, manpower distribution, scheduling, and operational support for a dispersed region spanning multiple states.
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies on security, investigations, intelligence sharing, and operational risk management.
• Manage policy implementation, compliance reviews, and special staff inspections.

Key Accomplishments:

• Led operational oversight for a force responsible for training and processing thousands of recruits annually.
• Implemented improved crisis-response protocols elevating security readiness and interagency coordination across the region.
• Supervised complex operational plans involving logistics, manpower, intelligence, and force protection activities.
• Coordinated cross-departmental initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and foster collaboration among teams.

Duties:

• Supported joint special operations planning, coordination, and interagency operations.
• Worked closely with federal intelligence agencies, DoD, and partner forces on cross-functional, cross-cleared teams in support of national security objectives.

Key Accomplishments:

• Enhanced joint coordination with federal agencies on counterterrorism and security operations.
• Contributed to strategic planning and high-level operational assessments on multiple projects .
• Developed strategic plans to enhance operational readiness for diverse missions across multiple environments.
• Conducted thorough market research to identify trends impacting special operations and inform strategic initiatives.

Duties:

• Commanded a 700-Marine battalion, responsible for mission readiness, operations, logistics, personnel management, and safety for the unit.
• Directed all aspects of battalion operations, from tactical mission planning to coordination with higher headquarters.
• Managed large-scale training events and exercises, ensuring operational readiness and force protection for the battalion.
• Oversaw battalion's budget, supply chain, personnel evaluations, and safety compliance for inventory worth over $50 million.
• Worked directly with multiple agencies, including DoD, federal, and local law enforcement, to facilitate joint operations and improve battalion efficiency.

Key Accomplishments:

• Led the battalion in three major deployments supporting the Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) in California, plus additional missions in support of Marine Expeditionary Unit deployments.
• Improved training and readiness metrics, achieving 100% personnel qualification and increasing combat readiness by 30%.
• Spearheaded initiatives to improve equipment accountability, achieving zero loss of sensitive materials during deployments.
• Led strategic planning and high-level operational assessments for multiple complex mission sets.
• Directed operational planning and execution for training exercises, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Implemented resource management strategies to optimize personnel and equipment allocation during missions.

Duties:

• Held multiple senior operational and executive leadership roles as Battalion and Regimental Executive Officer for 700-2000 Marines.
• Directed operations, logistics, training, and force protection for units deployed globally in combat and contingency missions.
• Managed organizational compliance, investigations, administrative reviews, performance evaluations, and safety programs.

Key Accomplishments:

• Served as Fires Officer for CJTF-OIR, synchronizing fires and intelligence support to counter-ISIS operations.
• Developed operational strategies to enhance efficiency and align with organizational goals.
• Implemented process improvement initiatives that streamlined workflows and increased productivity across departments.
• Executed multimillion-dollar budget oversight, property accountability, and operational risk mitigation.

Duties:

• Directed all Marine recruiting operations across Northern Ohio; supervised distributed offices, manpower, budgets, fleet vehicles, and facility security.
• Coordinated closely with local law enforcement, schools, civic organizations, and community partners.

Key Accomplishments:

• Improved recruiting station performance to one of the top in the region making and exceeding mission for 36 months.
• Strengthened background screening, suitability assessments, and quality-control processes for over 1500 new applicants.
• Motivated employees through effective communication, recognition programs, and tailored incentive structures that aligned with corporate objectives.
• Streamlined operations for improved efficiency by evaluating existing processes and introducing innovative solutions.