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Richland, Washington, United States

Safeguards & Security (SAS)- Serve as the Buyer Technical Representative (BTR) for Security Operations, facilitating seamless procurement processes and effective communication between technical and procurement teams. - Provide procurement support by collaborating with technical personnel to understand their requirements for goods and services, assisting in developing procurement strategies and plans. - Routinely display exceptional collaboration and communication skills with management and technical subject matter experts across all organizational levels. - Facilitate collaboration among subject matter experts for procurement planning and implementation activities, including analyzing project needs and gathering input from all stakeholders. - Support subject matter experts in the creation of project and program documents, including conducting research, reviewing, and providing feedback, and managing the resolution of comments and completion of tasks. - Conduct technical evaluations by analyzing technical specifications and evaluate bids or proposals received from vendors, ensuring they meet the project’s requirements and standards. - Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, including technical evaluations, vendor communications, and contract documentation. - Ensure procurement activities align with relevant regulations, policies, and ethical guidelines. At times, I participate in quality assurance activities to ensure the delivery of high-quality goods and services. - Coordinate with technical teams and vendors to address any technical or procurement-related issues that may arise during the procurement process, finding innovative solutions to ensure project success. - Offer construction and project management support in commercial and government facilities. - Conduct building assessments and inspections in support of the Condition Assessment System (CAS). - Analyze and recommend SAS facility project upgrades and replacements.

Richland, Washington, United States

Electrical Utilities (EU) - Acted as the primary contact for facility safety, promptly addressing and resolving safety-related maintenance concerns, and conducting required safety inspections. - Assumed responsibility as the facility security point-of-contact, diligently maintaining the Asset Protection Agreement (APA), implementing security procedures outlined in the APA, managing facility keys and access control systems, and overseeing facility shred bins. - Managed facility maintenance as the designated point-of-contact, promptly submitting and following up on maintenance requests, and promptly notifying the Building Manager and occupants of any issues impacting facility operations. - Provided comprehensive facility support, overseeing occupancy changes and proposed modifications, and maintaining an accurate listing of facility occupants and furniture inventory. - Demonstrated strong asset management skills, effectively managing a $97.4 million Asset Management program, including developing procedures and communicating changes to EU staff. - Coordinated annual asset management audits and ensured accurate property records and inventory data collection to support site-wide campaigns. - Thoroughly investigated missing items and diligently processed Loss, Damage, and Destruction Reports (LDDR) in compliance with property management procedures. - Utilized the Sunflower application to diligently track new, transferred, and excessed equipment across EU, ensuring comprehensive asset management. - Provided essential support for billing gathering, reporting, and responding to internal and external customer requests. - Assumed the role of task lead for various internal activities, projects, and program implementations, ensuring successful outcomes and compliance with regulations. - Offered technical support to the EU Director, Project & Programs, Operations, Compliance, and Engineering groups, providing valuable assistance as needed.

Mabton, Washington, United States

- Head Coach: Jason Morrow- Primarily assist with distance running (400m, 800m, 1600m, & 3200m).- Focus on implementing a functional strength program for the distance runners.- Promote the development of distance runners to improve their abilities in their respective events.

Pasco, Washington, United States

Installation & Service- Developed and implemented service standards, procedures, and policies for the Installation & Service Department, ensuring accessibility for all department personnel. - Successfully led and executed the project management of multiple installations that ranged from $300,000 to $1.5 million each simultaneously thereby leveraging valuable company resources. - Supported the development and implementation of the Installation & Service Department projects, focused on ensuring the effective and efficient implementation of maintenance programs and related core processes utilized by VPSI departments. - Supervised and directed Field Service Technicians providing long-term onsite services to customers throughout North America including preventative maintenance, repair, remote support, and any safety concerns. - Managed time tracking and conducted annual performance appraisals of ten subordinates offering feedback and counseling to subordinates on development, performance, opportunities, and potential promotions. Used informal and formal feedback to optimize the potential and performance of subordinates. - Managed program and project activities for the Installation & Service department, overseeing coordination and preparing management reports for senior management. - Strengthened customer relationships, improving response and delivery times for service requests, and resolving any issues or complaints to enhance customer satisfaction. - Implemented service strategies that resulted in a significant increase in customer satisfaction ratings. - Provided oversight on daily execution of service across North America, proactively anticipating potential customer issues and implementing contingency planning to avoid customer dissatisfaction. - Developed daily schedules and optimized routes to maximize customer satisfaction, improve service quality, and reduce labor costs.

Richland, Washington, United States

Real Estate Services- Planned, organized, and scheduled all moves for Department of Energy (DOE) Site offices: The Office of River Protection (ORP) and The Richland Operations Office (RL) as well as Hanford prime contractors. - Responsible for input and submittal of all move request forms to relocate personnel, telephones, computer equipment and/or furniture onto or within a task force or core group. - Coordinated the assignment of work completion dates of all facility moves that are received. I establish priorities and sequence of all moves. - Initiated and developed studies to improve coordinating the move and automation process. - Conducted planning meetings to schedule current move requests, coordinating with the responsible departments within facility management as requested. - Assisted/prepared space occupancy options for various existing/potential projects and core groups or for operating companies’ management as requested. - Responsible for the preventative maintenance program for company vehicles to ensure the vehicle’s safety, value, appearance, and reliability. - Responsible for the identification of the type and quantity of vehicles required for the company to conduct its daily business. - Responsible for the procurement of new vehicles. Initiated and authorized purchase orders for all supplies and parts.

Mabton, Washington, United States

- Head Coach: Jason Morrow- COVID-19 impacted the season- Primarily assisted with distance running (400m, 800m, 1600m, & 3200m).- Focused on implementing a functional strength program for the distance runners.- Promoted the development of distance runners to improve their abilities in their respective events.

Mabton, Washington, United States

- Head Coach: Cassandra Martinez- Taught the fundamentals of the game, including handwork and teamwork, and importance of the game.- Helped players improve their basketball skills; focused on weaknesses as well as utilization ofstrengths.- Patience was constantly used towards teenagers and referees and the ability to control my team and lead them to success.

Camp Murray, Tacoma, Washington, United States

194th Air Support Operations GroupRank: E-5 / Staff Sergeant- Oversaw and managed a wide range of organizational communications processes and activities, such as correspondence preparation, distribution, suspense tracking, workflow management, electronic mail management, and content management. - Provided supervision and guidance to a team of three enlisted Airmen within the group, offering feedback, counseling, and support on their development, performance, career opportunities, promotions, benefits, and entitlements. - Utilized continuous informal and formal feedback to optimize the potential and performance of Airmen. Conducted performance appraisals and mid-year evaluations to effectively communicate their duties' performance. Led training and assigned completion dates for each task during Airmen's upgrade training.- Led the development and implementation of a Microsoft SharePoint website for command and staff. Conducted training for all personnel on website navigation, function, and purpose. Managed access permissions for personnel based on need-to-know basis. - Supported the creation of training materials and delivered presentations to diverse levels of the eight geographical units of the 194 ASOG throughout the United States. - Conducted thorough and comprehensive Staff Assistance Visits (SAV) for the 194 ASOG, ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures to eight geographical units across the United States. - Provided expert guidance and recommendations to leadership based on findings from SAVs, contributing to the improvement of operational efficiency and effectiveness. - Collaborated with unit commanders and personnel to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans to address deficiencies identified during SAVs. - Demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills, effectively engaging with unit personnel and leadership during SAVs to foster a positive and collaborative working environment.

Camp Murray, Tacoma, Washington, United States

111th Air Support Operations SquadronTemporary Federal Appointment- Oversaw and managed unit training activities, compiling reports such as On-the-Job Training (OJT) Rosters and Status of Training Reports. Facilitated skill-level upgrades by submitting necessary forms for career progression.- Provided comprehensive briefings to the Squadron Commander on personnel training statuses, ensuring effective communication and informed decision-making. - Monitored the health records of all squadron members, ensuring compliance with Medical Group guidelines for medical readiness. Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments for personnel within the squadron. - Efficiently managed the Air Force Reserve Orders Writing System (AROWS) database, inputting order requests, and tracking the status of individual orders. Ensured accurate processing of pay through finance by ensuring members completed all necessary actions within AROWS. - Ensured full attendance of squadron members during drill weekends by processing required forms and documents for pay through finance. - Provided expert guidance to ensure publications and forms met prescribed standards, including style, format, and legal requirements. - Effectively managed the organization's data assets, including planning, coordinating, sharing, and controlling data processes. - Demonstrated compliance with Privacy Act (PA) and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) procedures, providing assistance to ensure adherence from others. - Maintained and managed databases for storage, modification, and retrieval of information, generating reports and answering queries as needed. - Led the development and implementation of a Microsoft SharePoint website for command and staff, providing training to personnel on navigation, functionality, and purpose. Responsible for assigning permission levels based on need-to-know basis.

Burbank, Washington, United States

Ice Harbor Lock & Dam- Ensured accurate timekeeping by coordinating all Time and Attendance requirements, capturing data within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)/MAXIMO before established deadlines. - Utilized CMMS/MAXIMO to generate work orders for various maintenance tasks, including trouble reports, special maintenance orders, and recurring preventative maintenance activities. - Issued notices for equipment due for inspection and/or maintenance, providing relevant documentation and operating history from the database. - Created charge codes for work orders within CMMS/MAXIMO, using PMBP Codes, Work Item Numbers, and associated Labor Codes. - Managed and maintained a maintenance library of manuals and prints essential for supporting the maintenance program. - Inputted new assets and deactivated scheduled excess assets within the Asset Management module in CMMS/MAXIMO. - Coordinated, planned, and scheduled Preventive Maintenance (PM) work orders for three different crews, ensuring timely completion of all PM tasks. - Provided draft and final job plans for preventive maintenance within CMMS/MAXIMO.

Burbank, Washington, United States

Ice Harbor Lock & Dam- Ensured accurate and timely capture of Time and Attendance records within the Corps of Engineers Financial Management System (CEFMS), adhering to established deadlines. Maintained files in compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) Financial Management Regulations and local financial management guidance. - Processed labor reporting, purchase requests, and work orders using the CMMS/MAXIMO system. - Served as a Subject Matter Expert in efficiently managing official government travel, including accommodations and transportation. Aligned travel arrangements with the organization's strategic plan, mission, vision, and values. Ensured strict compliance with the Joint Federal Travel Regulation (JFTR) and Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) manuals. - Provided essential technical and administrative support to a team of 30 staff members, bridging gaps during manpower shortages and high workloads. - Collaborated with the administrative team and individuals to plan, prioritize, and assign work, provide guidance on program goals and objectives, and make informed decisions and recommendations to address work issues. - Thrived in a fast-paced and demanding environment, effectively managing multiple requests, and competing priorities. Demonstrated the ability to establish priorities and identify effective courses of action. - Maintained confidentiality and demonstrated discretion in handling senior management's direction, policies, and procedures. Diplomatically and tactfully identified callers and determined the subject matter to be discussed. - Possessed comprehensive knowledge of DoD, Army, and USACE training policies and regulations. Developed and implemented a civilian professional training and development program, utilizing analytical and evaluative methods to assess training needs, identify sources of training, design and deliver training programs, and evaluate program effectiveness.

Renton, Washington, United States

Flight Standards, General Aviation - Prepared, reviewed, and processed travel documents for branch personnel, ensuring all necessary supporting documentation was attached to travel authorizations and vouchers. Verified and applied the correct accounting code within GovTrip for accurate funding purposes. - Maintained and reported the branch budget estimates and expenditures, ensuring adequate funds were available for travel. Inputted authorization dollar amounts into the REGIS accounting system for branch-funded travel. Updated voucher dollar amounts upon completion of travel. - Assisted in forecasting and budgeting for various funds, ensuring timely obligations and expenditures in accordance with the annual work plan and regulatory controls. - Generated time and attendance reports and amendments using an automated timekeeping system (CASTLE). Reviewed and processed timecards for all branch personnel, ensuring accuracy and resolving any discrepancies. - Received and reviewed Enforcement Investigative cases, entering all relevant information into the Enforcement Investigative System (EIS) for processing. Assigned cases to appropriate branch specialists based on expertise. Facilitated handover of cases dealing with revocation or fines to the legal branch upon completion of necessary actions. - Managed tracking systems within the Microsoft SharePoint site, ensuring timely updates and preventing overdue tasks. - Reviewed correspondence, memorandums, and letters prepared by branch specialists, ensuring compliance with administrative policies and regulations. Routed documents through appropriate channels for signature and approval.

Paterson, Washington, United States

Columbia Crest Winery- Oversaw and supervised a team of temporary employees assigned to my section. - Ensured the safe and efficient operation of automated equipment for packaging high-quality finished products. - Conducted line quality audits, completed necessary paperwork, and performed minor maintenance tasks to prevent equipment malfunctions. - Managed the receipt, storage, and distribution of stock within the general storage plan. - Identified and categorized materials as durable, expendable, or nonexpendable, and implemented barcoding for proper inventory management. - Adhered to environmental compliance guidelines and handled hazardous materials with utmost care.- Monitored stock levels and promptly notified the relevant department for replenishment.- Demonstrated expertise in operating bottling line equipment in compliance with safety protocols and quality control standards. - Conducted regular maintenance and sanitation procedures on bottling line equipment. - Ensured optimal product quality and production efficiency through proficient equipment operation.

Tyndall Afb, Panama City, Florida, United States

325th Maintenance SquadronRank: E-4 / Senior Airman- Provided expert advice, troubleshooting, and determined appropriate repair procedures for aircraft engines. - Analyzed and interpreted data from unscheduled engine removals and engine monitoring systems to recommend maintenance actions. - Resolved maintenance issues by studying technical documents, such as drawings, wiring and schematic diagrams, and operating characteristics of aircraft engines and propellers. - Performed removal, installation, inspection, repair, and modification of engines, engine modules and components, propellers, and propeller components. Followed prescribed procedures for engine and propeller disassembly and assembly. Prepared engines and propellers for installation, storage, or transportation. - Conducted component testing using bench mockups and specialized test equipment. Installed and removed engines on test stands, operated and evaluated test stand functions on engines. - Communicated daily scheduled maintenance requirements to supervisors to ensure successful completion of mission objectives. - Interpreted and implemented directives and publications related to maintenance functions, including environmentally safe practices and procedures. - Selected, utilized, and maintained special tools, hand tools, and test equipment. Properly handled and disposed of hazardous waste and materials. Conducted thorough inspections of equipment before and after use. - Developed and implemented the Respiratory Protection Program (RPP) for Airmen qualified to Blade and L.O. blend. Tracked annual mask fits, trained Airmen on mask inspection, proper use, and storage.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Business Administration, Management

Supervisory School For Enlisted Airmen

- Educated on the supervisory role for enlisted Airmen. - Emphasis on leadership, responsibilities, customs and courtesies, and workplace.

Certificate, Wind Turbine Technician, 3.85

- Educated on the importance of safe work practices. - Hands-on training in rigging, technical writing, schematics, mechanical.