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The Chief Operations Officer is responsible for directing the administrative and financial operations of the parish. The COO reports to the Pastor and operates with broad latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and discretionary decision making. This position facilitates the attainment of the parish mission and related goals and objectives of the parish through various administrative and supervisory responsibilities. This position requires the combining of leadership ability… Show more The Chief Operations Officer is responsible for directing the administrative and financial operations of the parish. The COO reports to the Pastor and operates with broad latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and discretionary decision making. This position facilitates the attainment of the parish mission and related goals and objectives of the parish through various administrative and supervisory responsibilities. This position requires the combining of leadership ability and individual accountability to guarantee results and solutions which meet the goals of a large, growing parish. This position requires superior communication, organizational and time management skills. Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in a fast paced, fluid environment is a must.• Staff supervision with regard to non-pastoral issues (including but not limited to scheduling, facilitating staff meetings, interviewing and making recommendations to the Pastor on hiring, evaluation of staff performance) and functioning as a management/leadership mentor to department heads and other supervisors.• Serves a resource to parish organizations in financial matters.• Directs the administrative operation of the parish office and physical plant, including scheduling, building space usage; monitoring security systems, HVAC system, etc.; negotiating contacts; reviewing vendor contracts annually and overseeing inspections.• Supervises financial administration of the parish, reviewing and evaluating monthly reports; reviewing all bills, financial obligations and payments; monitoring weekly collection count, recording and depositing of parish revenues; coding if needed using chart of accounts; oversee schedule for AP• Collaborate with Finance Council on budget and long range planning. Act as secretary “ex-officio” for the Finance Council Show less

Performs advanced (senior-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities for the Texas State Guard. Work involves establishing goals and objectives; developing guidelines, procedures, policies, rules, and regulations; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established goals; coordinating and evaluating State Guard activities; developing and evaluating budget requests; and monitoring budget expenditures. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work… Show more Performs advanced (senior-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities for the Texas State Guard. Work involves establishing goals and objectives; developing guidelines, procedures, policies, rules, and regulations; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established goals; coordinating and evaluating State Guard activities; developing and evaluating budget requests; and monitoring budget expenditures. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of others under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.Manages staff activities for the Texas State Guard program.Oversees the establishment of goals and objectives; develops and approves schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; and manages evaluation activities.Oversees the development of guidelines, procedures, policies, rules, and regulations; and monitors compliance.Oversees the development, review, revision, and implementation of legislation.Oversees the preparation of all reports and studies.Oversees special investigations, program analyses, research studies, and internal audits.Oversees the development and implementation of techniques for evaluating business functions.Oversees staff development plans, activities, and process improvement for various programs.Develops and evaluates budget and monitors budget expenditures.Plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates policies and procedures; and monitors compliance with policies and procedures.Identifies areas of needed change and makes recommendations to improve operations.Provides technical guidance for the Texas State Guard.Represents the Texas State Guard at meetings, hearings, trials, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees.May manage multiple business functions and provide oversight to associated staff. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of others.Performs related work as assigned. Show less

The mission of the Air Component is to provide mission-capable airmen as a force multiplier for the Texas Air National Guard and for other missions in support of homeland security through Defense Support to Civil Authorities (DSCA).The Air Component Commander is responsible to the Texas State Guard Commanding General for ensuring that the organizations objectives, policies, and operational directives are effectively executed within the Air Component. They shall:Exercise command… Show more The mission of the Air Component is to provide mission-capable airmen as a force multiplier for the Texas Air National Guard and for other missions in support of homeland security through Defense Support to Civil Authorities (DSCA).The Air Component Commander is responsible to the Texas State Guard Commanding General for ensuring that the organizations objectives, policies, and operational directives are effectively executed within the Air Component. They shall:Exercise command over all State Guard Air Force units and personnel.Establish objectives and purposes for the Air Component by encouraging the achievement of established goals and programs.Establish plans, policies, procedures, and directives necessary to the proper conduct of the Air Component.Ensure the safety of personnel and equipment through an active and aggressive safety education and inspection program.Be aware of the accomplishments, problems and degree of compliance by subordinate units with policies and directives through a system of inspections, reports, and staff visits.Inform the Commanding General of progress toward achievement of objectives, notable accomplishments, problem areas, and other matters of interest.Select and appoint high caliber Air Force staff members and remove from staff positions those members deemed unqualified or otherwise unsuitable.Visit subordinate Air Wings on a periodic basis and apprise them on matters affecting them and assist by furnishing guidance and resolving problems. Show less

The Wing Commander is the Senior Officer within the wing and is responsible to the Division Commander for ensuring that the Divisions objectives, policies, and operational directives are effectively executed within their wing. They shall:Exercise command over all units and personnel in their wing.Promote objectives and purposes of the Division by encouraging the achievement of established goals and programs by all units and by establishing new goals and programs within the wing… Show more The Wing Commander is the Senior Officer within the wing and is responsible to the Division Commander for ensuring that the Divisions objectives, policies, and operational directives are effectively executed within their wing. They shall:Exercise command over all units and personnel in their wing.Promote objectives and purposes of the Division by encouraging the achievement of established goals and programs by all units and by establishing new goals and programs within the wing in support of the Division's objectives.Establish plans, policies, and procedures necessary to the proper conduct of wing affairs that are not in conflict with State Guard and Division policies and directives.Ensure the safety of personnel and equipment through an active and aggressive safety education and inspection program.Be aware of the accomplishments, problems and degree of compliance by subordinate units with policies and directives through a system of inspections, reports, and staff visits.Inform the Division Commander of progress toward achievement of objectives, notable accomplishments, problem areas, and other matters of interest.Select and appoint high caliber wing staff members and remove from wing staff positions those members deemed unqualified or otherwise unsuitable.Visit subordinate units on a periodic basis and apprise them on matters affecting them and assist by furnishing guidance and resolving problems. Show less

Approve loans within specified limits, and refer loan applications outside those limits to management for approval. Meet with applicants to obtain information for loan applications and to answer questions about the process. Analyze applicants' financial status, credit, and property evaluations to determine feasibility of granting loans.Explain to customers the different types of loans and credit options that are available, as well as the terms of those services. Obtain and compile… Show more Approve loans within specified limits, and refer loan applications outside those limits to management for approval. Meet with applicants to obtain information for loan applications and to answer questions about the process. Analyze applicants' financial status, credit, and property evaluations to determine feasibility of granting loans.Explain to customers the different types of loans and credit options that are available, as well as the terms of those services. Obtain and compile copies of loan applicants' credit histories, corporate financial statements, and other financial information. Review loan agreements to ensure that they are complete and accurate according to policy. Compute payment schedules.Stay abreast of new types of loans and other financial services and products in order to better meet customers' needs. Submit applications to credit analysts for verification and recommendation. Handle customer complaints and take appropriate action to resolve them. Work with clients to identify their financial goals and to find ways of reaching those goals. Confer with underwriters to aid in resolving mortgage application problems. Negotiate payment arrangements with customers who have delinquent loans.Market bank products to individuals and firms, promoting bank services that may meet customers' needs. Analyze potential loan markets and develop referral networks in order to locate prospects for loans. Assist with all IT issues within organization. Show less

-Planned, organized, programmed, and led a $17 million Congressional budget; executed 100% of Presidents Budget while acquiring excess funding to maintain an aggressive mission stance for Homeland Defense/Security.-Directly responsible for managing, training, and motivating 35 operations, human resources, administrative, logistics, and aviation personnel; indirectly managed 240 personnel assigned to law enforcement agencies statewide.-Developed and implemented Texas Governor’s State… Show more -Planned, organized, programmed, and led a $17 million Congressional budget; executed 100% of Presidents Budget while acquiring excess funding to maintain an aggressive mission stance for Homeland Defense/Security.-Directly responsible for managing, training, and motivating 35 operations, human resources, administrative, logistics, and aviation personnel; indirectly managed 240 personnel assigned to law enforcement agencies statewide.-Developed and implemented Texas Governor’s State Plan for Counterdrug Operations; coordinated with high-level government officials and ensured the Task Force exceeded all compliance requirements. -Consolidated leadership hierarchy and recruited high performers; improved hiring and promotion processes. -Initiated over 30 performance appraisals annually, and provided training for all new executive staff personnel.-Led executive team through creation of comprehensive strategic growth plan and product support roadmap. Show less

-Reshaped entire organization; significantly increased overall performance, support and morale.-Diverse team management and motivation – spearheaded training for 240+ personnel, planned/executed annual conferences and developed personnel evaluation and recognition program.-Improved customer relationships through refocused team requirements; repeatedly executed 100% of budget.-Launched Governor’s Annual Red Ribbon Campaign–gave opening speech at Texas State Capital; managed… Show more -Reshaped entire organization; significantly increased overall performance, support and morale.-Diverse team management and motivation – spearheaded training for 240+ personnel, planned/executed annual conferences and developed personnel evaluation and recognition program.-Improved customer relationships through refocused team requirements; repeatedly executed 100% of budget.-Launched Governor’s Annual Red Ribbon Campaign–gave opening speech at Texas State Capital; managed operations; doubled program size from previous year. -Supervised the command training program and published individual progress through a yearly calendar.-Analyzed command operation security, threats, and vulnerabilities; and evaluated force protection measures. Show less

-Directed all operational meteorology and climatology support to over 10,000 Army/Air National Guard personnel throughout Texas; provided predictive hurricane analysis- prevented premature deployment of assets and saved over $500K in logistical manpower and equipment.-Provided formal briefings to mobilizing military forces and State Operations Centers for emergency management.-Developed annual fiscal program (executed with 97% rate), and managed all unit budget actions.-Recruited… Show more -Directed all operational meteorology and climatology support to over 10,000 Army/Air National Guard personnel throughout Texas; provided predictive hurricane analysis- prevented premature deployment of assets and saved over $500K in logistical manpower and equipment.-Provided formal briefings to mobilizing military forces and State Operations Centers for emergency management.-Developed annual fiscal program (executed with 97% rate), and managed all unit budget actions.-Recruited and supervised 23 personnel; coordinated simultaneous deployments to Iraq, Kosovo and Honduras.-Responsible for planning/executing all training, staffing weather centers, and preparing for contingency operations. Show less

-Supervised, mentored, and evaluated 35 Army and Air Force personnel in over 15 locations throughout El Paso.-Represented the Task Force during state and national conferences.-Served as Subject Matter Expert on intelligence matters, and assisted in writing the Counterdrug State Plan.-Conducted research, prepared investigative reports, and presented briefings.-Coordinated with numerous Federal, State and local law enforcement agencies.-Directly supported the Drug Enforcement… Show more -Supervised, mentored, and evaluated 35 Army and Air Force personnel in over 15 locations throughout El Paso.-Represented the Task Force during state and national conferences.-Served as Subject Matter Expert on intelligence matters, and assisted in writing the Counterdrug State Plan.-Conducted research, prepared investigative reports, and presented briefings.-Coordinated with numerous Federal, State and local law enforcement agencies.-Directly supported the Drug Enforcement Administration Financial Intelligence Team.-Designed and maintained various intelligence databases. Show less

Executive Officer / Director of Operations -Directed the preparation and execution of all technical and tactical operations.-Led unit to three awards recognizing the organization as “the best tactical weather unit” in the United States.-Planned meteorology support to various military and civilian agencies and determined staffing requirements.Operational Meteorologist -Researched weather patterns, analyzed satellite data, issued weather warnings, prepared aviation/surface… Show more Executive Officer / Director of Operations -Directed the preparation and execution of all technical and tactical operations.-Led unit to three awards recognizing the organization as “the best tactical weather unit” in the United States.-Planned meteorology support to various military and civilian agencies and determined staffing requirements.Operational Meteorologist -Researched weather patterns, analyzed satellite data, issued weather warnings, prepared aviation/surface forecasts, predicted long and short-range weather conditions, and operated computer graphic software.-Presented formal weather briefings and climatological summaries. Show less

-Supervised over 35 Intelligence Analysts in the Drug Enforcement Administration (Houston Field Division).-Represented the Task Force during State conferences.-Served as Subject Matter Expert on intelligence matters and provided input for the Counterdrug State Plan.-Conducted research, prepared investigative reports, and presented strategy briefings to Federal, State, and local law enforcement agents. -Prepared fiscal budget framework for the 13 separate law enforcement Task… Show more -Supervised over 35 Intelligence Analysts in the Drug Enforcement Administration (Houston Field Division).-Represented the Task Force during State conferences.-Served as Subject Matter Expert on intelligence matters and provided input for the Counterdrug State Plan.-Conducted research, prepared investigative reports, and presented strategy briefings to Federal, State, and local law enforcement agents. -Prepared fiscal budget framework for the 13 separate law enforcement Task Force entities.-Coordinated military/law enforcement training program.-Designed and maintained multiple intelligence databases. Show less

Technical Staff Associate II1. Pioneered an apparatus to test underwater transducer elements during employment with University of Texas Applied Research Laboratories. I enjoy lab research and its environment because of the opportunity to take a project or idea from conception through construction, testing and evaluation. 2. Conducted research and development associated with the application of acoustic technologies.3. Specialized in modeling, transducers, signal… Show more Technical Staff Associate II1. Pioneered an apparatus to test underwater transducer elements during employment with University of Texas Applied Research Laboratories. I enjoy lab research and its environment because of the opportunity to take a project or idea from conception through construction, testing and evaluation. 2. Conducted research and development associated with the application of acoustic technologies.3. Specialized in modeling, transducers, signal processing, high resolution sonar, and high frequency ocean environmental acoustics.Supervised daily operations related to pressure testing equipment.4. Designed, built, and tested electro-mechanical apparatus'.5. Manufactured Printed Circuit Boards (PCB).6. Performed various research tasks associated with underwater sonar operations. Show less

1. Repaired and maintained aircraft flight control, navigation, and weapons systems on the F-111D aircraft. Result: Consistently met or exceeded monthly sortie goals. Hand-picked by U.S. Navy to assist during flight testing on F-111A airframe.2. Removed, installed, checked, and repaired avionics systems and line replaceable units (LRU).3. Diagnosed malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, integrated test systems and other test equipment.4.… Show more 1. Repaired and maintained aircraft flight control, navigation, and weapons systems on the F-111D aircraft. Result: Consistently met or exceeded monthly sortie goals. Hand-picked by U.S. Navy to assist during flight testing on F-111A airframe.2. Removed, installed, checked, and repaired avionics systems and line replaceable units (LRU).3. Diagnosed malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, integrated test systems and other test equipment.4. Removed, replaced, and repaired faulty system wiring, electrical connectors, antennas, transmission lines, and multicolor cables.5. Modified avionics systems according to technical publications.6. Updated operational logs, inspection records, aircraft forms, and automated maintenance systems.7. Performed alignment, calibration, and boresight of avionics systems. Show less