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Raeford, Nc, Us

14Th Air Support Operations Squadron, Pope Aaf, Nc

Advised executive leadership on improving employee health, morale, and welfare by addressing pay, benefits, and disciplinary matters. My efforts have ensured compliance with organizational standards while enhancing team cohesion.Managed and executed a $24K wellness initiative, organizing five events that improved mental health and unit cohesion for 110 employees. I have also mediated workplace conflicts, fostering collaboration and significantly improving team dynamics and productivity.Revitalized the awards program by introducing new categories and a "Performer of the Month" recognition, ensuring timely acknowledgment of employee contributions.

14Th Air Support Operations Squadron, Pope Aaf, Nc

Managed the operations of 148 personnel and $12M in equipment across seven combat-focused work centers, optimizing mission readiness and enhancing support for Army Division needs. I have directed unit deployment functions, coordinating with higher headquarters to ensure timely deployments for four Army division events across five geographic areas, improving operational effectiveness.Led the execution of unit operations and facilitated three major exercises by translating strategic guidance into actionable tactics, significantly enhancing mission success. I managed a $475K budget, securing $91K in additional resources and addressing $200K in equipment shortfalls to enhance training and readiness.Represented Major Command leadership at a training event, eliminating $2M in unnecessary training costs while streamlining processes. I also managed a $12.1M equipment refresh across 12 Air Force units, collaborating with stakeholders to address operational gaps and implement new systems. By improving deployment processes and implementing tracking systems, I reduced processing time by 25%, ensuring better support for operational requirements.

14Th Air Support Operations Squadron, Pope Aaf, Nc

Directed two support work centers, overseeing 10 specialty careers and five mission packages for contingency operations. By reorganizing logistics and aligning teams with mission partners, I enhanced operational efficiency. I also developed and standardized tactical C2 validation criteria for a NATO event with 17 partner nations, establishing best practices for large-scale Close Air Support operations.Conducted an audit of equipment accounts that revealed $1.8M in missing inventory, leading a recovery of $800K and addressing $1M in administrative oversights. Additionally, I coordinated the deactivation of a vehicle fleet, working with multiple agencies to clear 48 vehicles valued at $11M within four months, creating a framework for future fleet deactivations.During the Ukraine crisis, I facilitated an alert deployment, mobilizing 29 Airmen and five vehicles in two weeks, providing critical deterrence capabilities for NATO. I also established a unified training pipeline for operations and support mission partners, aligning four courses with Air Force strategic objectives.Successfully managed a cross-functional team to complete a $2.5M distributed C2 center, coordinating with various departments to enhance global communication capabilities. Furthermore, I resolved equipment shortages by partnering with local vendors and leveraging supply networks, saving $300K for the unit.

353D Special Warfare Training Squadron, Jbsa-Lackland, Tx

Managed the development and certification program for two accredited community college courses, overseeing 2,000 hours of internships and resulting in 17 teaching certifications. I effectively utilized Learning Management Systems to administer student records for 400 students annually, ensuring accuracy and tracking areas for improvement.Restructured 23 course objectives for high-attrition Special Warfare courses, reallocating 71 hours to critical objectives, which reduced attrition by 11% and enhanced student retention. I also developed high-risk training criteria for various physical training events, fostering a zero-mishap environment through comprehensive risk assessments with medical experts.To improve student feedback, I implemented a program that quadrupled touchpoints, providing insights that refined learning outcomes. I updated evaluation guidelines across 16 units, enhancing compliance and earning recognition as a best practice during annual inspections. Additionally, I identified and addressed $7.4M in resource shortfalls, coordinating solutions with subject matter experts and major command managers.Revitalized a delinquent course by finalizing 33 objectives and modernized a 39-day training block, achieving an 84% success rate, the highest in the training group.

13Th Air Support Operations Squadron, Ft Carson, Co

Developed a comprehensive Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) support plan for an Army battalion while operating at 40% manning. This ensured that Close Air Support (CAS) subject matter experts were trained and available for all exercises and deployments, maintaining zero impact on Air Force or Army mission requirements.Created and managed a detailed work center training calendar, prioritizing critical tasks and resolving scheduling conflicts for 30 Tactical Air Control Party members. This enhanced their small unit tactics, joint firepower execution, and communication skills for contingency operations.Integrated JTAC requirements into various contingency deployments and training exercises for Army commanders from Company to Division-level, ensuring seamless support through meticulous planning and execution. Additionally, I delivered targeted Close Air Support training to Army Joint Fires Observers using a crawl, walk, run methodology, resulting in a 100% qualification rate for air-delivered munitions in preparation for deployment operations.

18Th Civil Engineer Squadron. Kadena Ab, Okinawa, Japan

Developed and maintained six comprehensive emergency management plans, eight guides, and 32 memorandums of agreement, ensuring preparedness, response, and recovery for 23,000 personnel and $6B in infrastructure, including 98 aircraft and 4,000 facilities in a foreign nation.Created a Base Emergency Preparedness Operations video presentation to standardize information for new arrivals on major accidents, natural disasters, and WMD threats. This streamlined the onboarding process and saved 52 hours of manpower annually. Additionally, I delivered over 200 hours of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Defense training, significantly enhancing airmen’s readiness and contributing to the base’s high ratings during inspections.Conducted inspections of 57 unit Emergency Management programs to ensure compliance with published guidance and standards, evaluating visual aids, shelter-in-place procedures, and emergency checklists. I also developed and executed local CBRN site entry and sampling exercises for five base response agencies, integrating advanced technology to enhance procedures for notification, protective measures, and evidence collection.

Bachelor Of Applied Science, Technical Management

Concentration: Project Management

Associate Of Applied Science, Instructor Of Technology And Military Science

Associate Of Applied Science, Information Systems Technology

Associate Of Applied Science, Emergency Management