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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States

General Manager to oversee the operations of a Field Operations Base that supports airport-wide aviation needs. This role involves managing four hangar spaces, airport-wide fueling operations, and leading a team of over 45 employees. With a strong background in aviation operations and a proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced environment. I oversee hiring, mentoring, and training staff while ensuring operational efficiency and regulatory compliance. Including management hangar space usage, overseeing fueling operations, and directing maintenance and repairs of aviation equipment and aircraft. Additionally, overseeing accounting, billing, and budgeting to drive profitability and operational success. Utilizing excellent communication skills for maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and customers, ensuring the highest standards of service.

Newark, New Jersey, United States

During my tenure as a Talent Scout for the United States Coast Guard, I was responsible for overseeing the entire recruitment and enlistment process. Due to a lack of interest in military service, I took on the additional challenge of generating our own leads. Despite the continued strict recruitment standards, I utilized various resources to guide potential recruits through the enlistment process, ensuring that no obstacle halted their progress. My commitment to maximizing every lead enabled us to view adversity as a hurdle rather than a roadblock, resulting in recruitment mission success.

United States

Dedicated and accomplished Aviation Electrical Technician with a proven track record of leading successful teams to achieve top standardization flights and ensure compliance in dynamic environments. Efficiently completed over 1100 flight hours in the HH/MH Dolphin across five different iterations of the airframe. Expertly performed 35 swift and effective rescue missions, saving and/or assisting over 12 lives. Recognized for technical skills and quick thinking.

Port Angeles, Washington, United States

After leaving Savannah, I was relocated to Port Angeles to serve in a similar role. Upon assuming this new position, I was also tasked with taking on the responsibilities of the Training Project Manager. Additionally, I was assigned the role of Project Manager for qualifying junior personnel.As the leader of this project, I was responsible for fine-tuning an already comprehensive program designed to monitor and develop junior members, ensuring their success in Coast Guard Aviation. Moreover, I was tasked with increasing our output to meet the readiness demands of our unit.Through these efforts, I emerged as a leader in Coast Guard Aviation, achieving two to three times higher output of qualified personnel compared to other aviation units. The execution of the training program and the implementation of a crucial policy change enabled all junior members to efficiently and effectively achieve their goals.As a result of these initiatives, I successfully qualified 6 to 12 junior members each fiscal year, creating a surplus of personnel to meet staffing demands.

Savannah, Georgia, United States

Recertified as a Flight Mechanic, I was subsequently asked to recertify as an Instructor, responsible for training junior members in aviation standards. In addition to my instructional duties, I was tasked with creating a comprehensive program to monitor and develop junior members, ensuring their success in Coast Guard Aviation.Through this initiative, I emerged as a leader in Coast Guard Aviation, pioneering the development of a training program and implementing policies that allowed junior members to utilize peer resources effectively while meeting the demands of Coast Guard Aviation.As a result of these efforts, I successfully qualified five to eight junior members each fiscal year, creating a surplus of personnel to meet staffing demands.

Savannah, Georgia, United States

During adverse weather conditions, I was responsible for project management of maintenance operations. Additionally, we transitioned into a forward operating base, necessitating the management of 13 additional assets in addition to the 5 already present.During this period, my primary task was to ensure that all maintenance intervals were met before expiration.Additonally through this time, I continued to grow as a leader in Coast Guard Aviation. I effectively managed two major projects and along with the operations of a forward operating base, ensuring that all required deadlines were met and that all procedures adhered to the highest standards.As a result of these efforts, I successfully completed the two major projects and managed the maintenance intervals for all 18 aircraft for the forward operating base. This ensured that our team was best equipped to respond during adverse conditions.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

As a Talent Scout for the United States Coast Guard, I oversee the entire recruitment process, managing the acquisition of 100 leads to secure a qualified applicant. Operating in an environment of understaffing and vast responsibilities, I ensure that every step of the recruiting process is handled meticulously. Despite the strict recruitment standards, my dedication and leadership inspire individuals to serve their country.