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Fairfield, California, United States

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) state employee currently serving in roles for Budget Management, Contract Management, and Human Resources – Hiring Liaison processes.

Nellis Afb, Nevada, United States

U.S. Air Force Civilian currently serving as the 57th Wing (WG) Munitions Manager for all units including Geographically Separated Units (GSUs) assigned to Nellis Air Force Base (AFB). Oversees the coordination of all munitions forecasting and reporting of the 53rd Test Wing units aboard Nellis while directing non-expendable CATM munitions distributions among units in support of Weapons School, Red Flag and Green Flag exercises, and visiting units at Nellis. A focus in munitions competencies including program management, leadership, personnel and training management, planning, and team performance supporting missions globally. Employing critical thinking with keen attention to detail used to identify, analyze, and mitigate shortfalls and risks while communicating solutions to Senior Leadership. Oversee and track the execution of all Budget Analyst responsibilities surrounding the 57 Operations Support Squadron's (OSS) Resource Advisor position and perform all Wing Refueling Document Control Officer (WRDCO) duties for 57th Wing tenant units.

Nellis Afb, Nevada, United States

Assigned as the 57 Operations Support Squadron Budget Analyst responsible for all aspects of the Resource Advisor and the 57th Wing Refueling Document Control Officer (WRDCO) located at Nellis AFB. Responsible for the development, management, and accountability of the Squadron Commander’s Operational and Maintenance (O&M) budget exceeding 800 thousand dollars. Advise the Commander and Flight Commanders on daily operating expenditures, trend analysis research, travel orders/payment processing, and the current Status of Funds. Ensure fiscal compliance in accordance with Federal Regulations and governing fiscal policies to attain accurate financial records and maintain operational readiness. Maintain multiple financial accounting programs for preparation, execution, and reporting of fund utilization through Government Purchase Card program, MIPRs, MORDs, Contracts, and local reporting procedures. Analyze and prepare financial documents for presentations to Commander and upper management identifying executable expenditure plans for quarterly/annual compliance. Coordinate with section Flight Commanders to identify future budget line items required to support dynamic operations aboard Nellis Air Force Base to maintain 24/7 operations. Manage training requirements and account access permissions for all Government Purchase Cardholders ensuring proper qualifications were met for purchasing compliance. Performed routine financial audits for all aspects of the squadron’s budgetary program. As the Wing Refueling Document Control Officer and AVPOL Manager am responsible for the accurate reconciliation of unit fuel transactions for the 57th Wing. Utilize the AVPOL Data Analysis Program software to complete a comprehensive analysis of fuel transactions for consumption and cost reporting to higher headquarters. Responsible for the DLA Air Card Systems Program which entails the approval and issuance of fuel cards for aircraft assigned to 57 Wing units aboard Nellis AFB.

Sacramento, California, United States

Pursuing higher education to competitively align my skills to the Business Industry by performing all academic requirements necessary to achieve a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and Risk Management. Graduated - Magna Cum Laude.• Co-lead for Financial Investments class project evaluating a Fortune 500 company, created a screening tool, monitored trades, and produced written report resulting in a 97 out 100 rating. • Project Team Leader for Principles of Risk Management and Insurance class project completing full company evaluation of stock, financials, marketing, operations with complete written and oral presentation out-brief receiving satisfactory rating across all aspects of project. • Project Team Leader for Management Information Systems class assignment. Created Microsoft Access database and team training featuring primary tables, queries, reports, and forms for managing stock investments. Completed early and achieved evaluation result 99 out of 100. • Remained active with transfer school's Veterans Alliance Club as Member/Alumni, Diablo Valley College. Advocating for critical veteran needs and raising awareness for programs addressing mental health, PTSD, suicide, childcare assistance, and campus student safe spaces.

Pleasant Hill, California, United States

• Served as Veterans Alliance Club President and the Student Veterans of America Chapter President for Pleasant Hill, CA. Developed and implemented the roles and responsibilities hierarchy between veteran services, students, faculty, and school administration. • Created and enhanced scholarship opportunities, professional development grants, leadership conference and attendance funding directly impacting more than 15 veterans. • Created awareness training and new logo for the Student Veterans Resource Center including a recruiting campaign for growing club membership with resulted in a 28% membership growth. • Student veteran liaison and co-host for the Diablo Valley College's first annual Small Business Bootcamp designed to support a certificate training program for veteran entrepreneurship.• Veterans Alliance Club Member and Inter-Club Council Executive Officer for 2 semesters. Event coordinator advocating for veteran issues and provided club training on activities and policies.

Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Nc

• Advised Ordnance Officer on all aviation ordnance matters pertaining to aircraft readiness, mission capability, logistics, asset inventory, personnel issues, and training requirements.• Managed and lead more than 50 personnel in aviation ordnance operations, aircraft weapons system maintenance, weapons loading and Operational Risk Management (ORM).• Responsible for operational/logistical planning with the Operations Officer for availability and proper utilization of aircraft weapon systems and armament equipment ensuring safe for flight operations are achieved.• Analyzed governing policies for accuracy and timely submission.• Established pre-deployment planning for all aspects related to aviation ordnance matters.• Tracked and reported milestone updates for Class V (A) ordnance requirements, logistics for gear/aircraft/personnel movements, and identification of gear and personnel requirements.• Managed the squadron Non-Combat Expenditure Allocation (NCEA) of aviation munitions, daily inventories, expenditure reports, monthly/quarterly projections to ensure physical assets were properly requisitioned and on hand for continuous training of more than 30 Marine Aviators. • Responsible for maintaining 100% accountability of all Aircraft Armament Systems equipment, aircraft weapons systems and readiness reporting by using the All Weapons Information Systems for reporting.• Supervised Naval Aviation Maintenance Program procedures being conducted within the Ordnance Division ensuring personnel understood current policies, procedures, regulations, safety precautions, and applicable Technical Directives.

U. S. Marine Corps Forces Command, Norfolk, Va

During this tenure, responsibilities included a myriad of tasks surrounding operational logistics, contractual planning, inventory management, and defense acquisitions supporting customers across the globe with the right equipment and supplies, at the right time ensuring adherence of all governing policies and procedures. Examples of key duties and accomplishments included:• Serving as the Senior enlisted advisor to the Aviation Ordnance Officer for all matters pertaining to the life cycle logistical support, explosive safety, operational/strategic planning for global positioning of Aviation Weapons Systems and consumable inventories.• Provided the Ordnance Officer with data analysis, research and compilation of fleet input, used during the Non-Nuclear Ordnance Requirements (NNOR) working group.• Assisted Headquarters, United States Marine Corps Enlisted Occupational Field Sponsor with manpower management of over 250 personnel for assignments and qualifications.• Division Fiscal Chief responsible for management and reconciliation of a $225,000 annual Defense Travel, Operations and Maintenance Program budget supporting a 20 person staff.• Managed Marine Forces Command Non-Combat Expenditure Allocation (NCEA) and load plans consisting of 1.3 million individual line items valued at over 92 million dollars.• Provided procedural briefings to senior leadership identifying critical shortfalls in the logistics and supply chain requiring risk acceptance/mitigation from service headquarters. • Ordnance Department Lead and Maintenance Co-lead for all ordnance matters pertaining to the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) in support of the Naval Aviation Enterprise initiative.• Liaison with U.S. Marine Forces Central Command and Commander, Naval Surface Force, US Atlantic (COMNAVSURFLANT) for aviation ordnance planning, logistical life cycle support for the transportation, load plans, stowage, and sourcing of aviation assets CONUS/ OCONUS.

Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 29, Mcas New River, Jacksonville, Nc

Aviation Ordnance Chief