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Mooresville, Nc, Us

Charleston, Wv

• Managed testing of Enhanced Technical Management System software in the West Virginia National Guard to increase communication & mission flow efficiency.• Leads staff advisory services for two Force Support Squadrons - 130th Airlift Wing and 167th Airlift Wing.• Supports, develops, coordinates, and directs programs for 2,000 airmen to promote a positive image for the WVANG.• Formulates personnel programs, plans and policies, & assists all functional areas to ensure mission accomplishment.• Develops strategies to recruit & retain critical airmen specialties for or mission accomplishment.• Board member/advisor for Colonel promotions and Force Development Council – ensures strategic succession plan.

Martinsburg, West Virginia, United States

• Directed and supervised staff for four subordinate organizations – Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Maintenance Squadron, Maintenance Operations Flight, & Quality Assurance Section.• Expertly led Maintenance Group through 23,147 incident free flying hours, 967 sorties flown, and 27,339 maintenance actions annually.• Assisted the commander in personnel selections, performance evaluations, and discipline.• Planned, developed, and implemented training, resource utilization, safety, fitness program, and readiness reporting.• Organized and controlled maintenance resources to ensure safe and reliable aircraft release to the Operations Group to meet all mission requirements.• Initiated and implemented a monthly training program to prepare Aerospace Expeditionary Forces for maximum performance and sustainment.• Initiated and implemented a Company Grade Officer mentoring program to develop junior officer insight, development, and cognitive thinking skills.

• Manages environmental compliance projects from inception to completion, setting project milestones, tracking accountability, and facilitating team meetings.• Revised reporting efficiency, decreasing manpower needs/costs by 75%.• Maintains strategic relationship with stakeholders (APHIS headquarters, USDA Office of General Council, U.S. Department of Justice attorneys, scientists and officials at academic institutions, and numerous federal, state, and local agencies and organizations).• Serves as the Environmental Coordinator liaison providing collaborative guidance to the Department of the Air Force on NEPA-related processes.• Analyzes large data sets from Management Information System to capitalize data-driven decisions.• Coordinates support with cross-functional teams in complying with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), the Endangered Species Act, and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.• Advises Regional and State Directors on planning, procedures, and decision-making to comply with environmental laws, regulations, and policies.• Provides training and guidance to subordinate staff to maintain compliance with environmental laws and agency regulations.

Martinsburg, West Virginia, United States

• Organized, trained, and equipped 160 enlisted troops and officers during a weapon system conversion from C-5 to C-17 aircraft.• Managed 24,000 aircraft maintenance actions for 850 sorties annually resulting in safe, reliable mission accomplishment.• Expertly communicated vision, goals, and standards--held subordinates accountable for performance accomplishments; increased mission readiness by 50% within 3 months.• Facilitated meetings between Operations Group (Plans and Scheduling) and Maintenance to integrate solutions to aircraft availability.• Safely risk-managed a hangar door failure that prevented troop injury and equipment damage.• Organized off-site training opportunities, enhancing troop development and morale.• Directed and supervised squadron discipline, recognition, performance evaluations, and accountability leading to improved troop readiness and morale.• Used problem-solving abilities and team buy-in to improve work schedules and performance output by 25%.• Oversaw a Continuous Process Improvement lean event to streamline Home Station Check and refurb processes.• Represented the Group Commander on the Facilities Utilization Board to evaluate the Base Master Plan. Reviewed and assisted in the development of architectural plans for hangar modifications to efficiently reorganize maintenance personnel and equipment.

Martinsburg, West Virginia, United States

• Deployed as the Logistics Readiness Squadron Operations Officer at Manas Air Base, Kyrgyzstan: Oversaw the transportation of 161,000 passengers and over three tons of military cargo and set a base record for passengers transported in one month. Managed back-to-back jet fuel issuing records for the base by maintaining morale and drive for 24 hours operations. Maintained accountability of $44 million worth of vehicle fleet assets and managed a team to establish the first-ever ground transportation route into Kyrgyzstan.• Deployed to South Korea providing support to the PACAF Combatant Commander for joint forces serving as a liaison in A5 (Plans and Logistics) during the 2015 Operation Key Resolve. Provided in-transit visibility of weapons systems and logistics support to key decision-makers.• Served as the ranking field officer in charge during flood relief deployment in 2015. Coordinated two debris removal teams with civilian leadership and the Joint Operations Center to provide humanitarian assistance.• Served as the 167th Logistics Readiness Squadron Operations Officer for four years to oversee logistics management support, including fuels management, deployment and distribution of personnel and equipment, and supply chain management.• Led the Deployment and Distribution Flight to an Excellent score during the Wing Compliance Inspection.• Created and developed a leadership course for junior sergeants and officers grooming them into the squadron’s future leaders.

Elkins, West Virginia, United States

• Expertly planned, coordinated and implemented controversial wildlife damage management programs ensuring compliance with federal and state laws, higher headquarters directives, fiscal policies, multiple funding mandates, and sound conservation principles.• Doubled operational funding and program diversity within 3 years, safe-guarding program stability during restricted federal funding period.• Supervised and directed federal, state, and cooperatively funded programs, including administrative and operational staff, including hiring and performance evaluations.• Determined resource needs and directed resource allocations for complex, multi-funded programs. Managed over $1M budget from multiple funding sources to within 1% of annual allocation.• Negotiated with stakeholders (federal agencies and state, county and municipal governments, agricultural organizations, and private organizations) regarding service needs, feasibility, cost, and program effectiveness.• Planned, organized, scheduled, and directed a workforce of federal employees, which included subordinate district supervisors, biologists, technicians, and various office staff. • Cultivated positive public relations by participating in meetings, speaking before stakeholder groups, and preparing news media articles and presentations.• Developed and implemented long-term strategic plans to manage facilities/vehicle fleet, operations, budgets, recruiting/retention, and sensitive equipment.• Analyzed large data sets from Management Information System to capitalize data-driven decisions.

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States

• Planned, coordinated, and implemented wildlife management direct control and technical assistance activities for the Pennsylvania Eastern District.• Supervised and administered federal, state, and cooperatively funded programs for eight employees. • Oversaw the acquisition of approximately $70,000 through state partners to continue the Pennsylvania livestock protection program. • Successfully negotiated the acquisition of $65,000 through state and federal partners to implement the first feral hog control program in Pennsylvania.• Spearheaded the procurement and use of new technology, such as infrared cameras and night vision optics. • Managed salary, travel, and equipment expenditures to promote program growth, and prepared and conducted performance ratings. • Provided training to keep the district on the leading edge of technology and management techniques, and ensured that personnel met all pesticide, firearms, and chemical application certification requirements. • Prepared program reports to supervisor, partners, and cooperators, and maintained contact and positive relationships with state partnering agencies and politicians. • Developed new techniques for wildlife management, such as implementing the use of infrared technology in deer management.

Master Of Strategic Studies, Military Strategic Studies, General

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Wildlife Biology