Assistant Athletic Director

• Jun 2023 - Present

Business Education Teacher

• Jan 2023 - Present

I hold a provisional teaching license through the Kansas Department of Education’s Transition to Teaching Program. While teaching full-time, I also attend Fort Hays State University where I will earn a Master of Science in Education. During the 2023 spring semester I teach 8th Grade Business Essentials, 7th grade Current Events, and 6th Grade Applied Digital Skills.

Force Support Senior Enlisted Leader

• Mar 2021 - Mar 2023

In this position I am the organizations key strategic advisor for Human Resources, Education, Development, Readiness, Family Support and Sustainment Services (Fitness, Lodging, and Food Operations) supporting a 1300 employee organization. I manage and lead a team of 48 professionals including four direct reports and 43 indirect reports. I'm responsible for new personnel hires and leadership, training and develoment of internal and external employees in multiple functional areas.• Project Manager during the organizations mid-level manager course development, leading a team of 13 members in course design, lesson plan creation, and course implementation providing supplemental training to 200 employees.• Coordinated with external agencies to resolve a payroll discrepancy thus preventing the organization from over executing its payroll budget.• Developed a Force Management plan for full-time and part-time employees aimed at increasing employee retention rates, posturing leadership development and enhancing effectiveness across 16 organizations.• Enlisted lead during the organizations recruiting enhancement project ultimately increasing recruiter presence throughout Kansas and streamlining the on-boarding process.• Led multiple rapid personnel deployments, coordinating Human Resources, Family Support and Readiness requirements for more than 300 personnel supporting Air National Guard operations around the world.• Co-led the planning of the organizations first off site readiness exercise in more than 15 years. Developed scenario, procured equipment, food and external support, and executed senior leaders intent to inspect mission essential tasks in a contested degraded environment. Show less

Wing Staff Senior Enlisted Leader

• Dec 2019 - Mar 2021

In this role I was the principle enlisted Human Resources Advisor and enlisted leader for 12 support entities employing 72 personnel responsible for strategic support. My primary focus was on employee training and development, recognition, annual appraisals leadership development, and discipline. I was responsible for hiring new direct reports and approving the hiring of all indirect reports.• Reviewed mid-point and annual performance reports for 50 personnel, ensuring timely and adequate feedback and performance ratings.• Developed 12 separate employee development courses, training more than 50 employees on various Human Resource polices, paths to advancement and employment opportunities.• Created the organizations first ever remote work plan to ensure mission requirements were achieved while organizing 100% auditable work standards and payroll tracking. Show less

Finance & Comptroller Superintendent

• Jun 2019 - Feb 2021

As the Comptroller Flight Superintendent I was responsible for supervising 12 enlisted members and guiding all aspects of Financial Operations supporting 1300 employees working in 16 organizations. I was responsible for hiring new employees and the training, performance evaluation, and development of all personnel within the organization.• Reviewed, audited and validated over 37K military, civilian and travel pay transactions annually to guarantee pay accuracy.• Managed the organizations travel program and ensured timely payment to external partners resulting in a $38K cost savings over a 12 month period.• Trained 32 travel administrators on Department of Defense travel policy and law, certifying accurate submittal of travel claims.• Identified a nationwide travel disparity and coordinated with 90 Air National Guard wings and the National Guard Bureau on corrections to ensure proper travel entitlements for 16,000 employees supporting operations in Washington D.C.• Guided the development of a $32.8M budget, confirming adequate funding for mission priorities and eliminating waste across 16 organizations.• Secured additional funding for multiple projects improving facilities, quality of life, and mission readiness across a 1300 member organization. Show less

Logistics Operations Superintendent (Project Manager & Senior Logistics Analyst)

• Nov 2017 - Jun 2019

In this position I led a team of three Program Managers responsible for all “Health of the Unit” programs including budgeting, training, readiness, manpower, and Quality Assurance. I was responsible for providing analysis, advice, and resources to Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Maintenance Operations Managers as well as senior leadership.• Analyzed monthly Supply-Chain trends to reduce waste and enhance efficiency in internal and external processes.• Regional leader for Supply Chain operations across 18 organizations in 10 states providing training and improved communication to each unit.• Developed six Supply Chain training courses targeted at providing instruction on 165 key processes to 80 personnel assigned to more than 50 Air National Guard units.• Improved equipment accountability and identified/corrected 98 inconsistencies returning $3.6M in equipment to the Air National Guard ultimately benchmarking a process across 90 organizations. • Administered the Loss Prevention Program for 16 organizations employing 1300 people. Reviewed investigation findings and recommended areas for improvement.• Developed and led execution of the organizations $1.8M budget, assuring compliance with applicable laws and enhancing the efficiency within five work centers.• Coordinated with internal and external agencies to secure training allocations aimed at improving the skills, knowledge and profieciency for 44 employees.• Managed the Quality Assurance program, validating over 1,700 inspections and providing data analytics to Operations Managers and Senior leaders on key logistics processes. • Led 17 cross-organization inspections identifying over 100 areas of non-compliance and aided in the development of corrective action plans. Show less

Resource Advisor (Budget Analyst)

• Jul 2013 - Jun 2019

In this role I became the principle Financial Advisor and Subject Matter Expert for six organizations. My responsibilities included budget development, prioritization, and execution while assuring all spending was legal, ethical and in compliance with applicable policy.• Provided a prioritized based $5M budget to senior leaders to ensure adequate funding in the areas of Civil Engineering, Contracting, Information Technology, Logistics and Transportation, Security, Human Resources and Sustainment Services (lodging and food operations) supporting three mission areas, 16 organizations and 1300 employees.• Trained 10 Cost Center Managers and six commanders annually on updated fiscal policy and law resulting from the National Defense Authorization Act.• Recognized budget shortfalls and advocated for additional funding when required to support the needs of key support operations in six organizations.• Advised five Squadron Commanders and one Group Commander on key budget development processes and execution guidelines. Show less

Materiel Management Superintendent (Supply Chain Operations Manager)

• Aug 2015 - Nov 2017

During my time in this position I was responsible for leading a team of 17 employees responsible for stocking, storing and issuing supplies and equipment to 1300 members of the 184th Wing. I hired new personnel, completed annual performance evaluations, intervened in underperformance and oversaw training for each employee.• Managed the issue of 27K assets for over 200 personnel deploying in support of operations around the world.• Managed three warehouses storing over 42K Air Force assets.• Completed a largescale, short-notice inventory requirement by validating the inventory of over 5,000 assets within 72 hours, exceeding the Air Force request by 24 hours.• Led a multi-warehouse reorganization project, condensing space and providing a more efficient storage process for three warehouses.• Conducted eight complete warehouse inventories to ensure the safeguarding of $3M in Department of Defense assets.• Developed munitions storage process during an Air National Guard realignment of personnel and equipment.• Oversaw the organizations micro-purchase program, validating all purchases were proper, legal and from the appropriate source of supply. Show less

Training and Readiness Manager (Training and Development Specialist)

• Mar 2014 - Aug 2015

As the Training and Readiness Manager, working with one direct report, I was responsible for securing training allocations, monitoring training progress, scheduling readiness related appointments, administering career development courses and exams, and providing status updates to key leaders to ensure 46 personnel were trained and equipped to perform wartime tasks around the world.• Analyzed training, readiness and health data to provide Headquarters Air Force a monthly analysis of the organizations readiness posture.• Lead project manager during the transition of the organizations training tracking system, assuring accurate training documentation and a timely transition for 46 personnel.• Compiled training data, generated and briefed key leaders monthly on the status of training across five work centers.• Scrutinized training records to ensure accurate documentation in preparation for annual audits.• Trained as Inspection Team member and led the organizations first ever horizontal self-inspection, validating compliance with congressionally mandated training requirements across 17 organizations. • Conducted monthly organization-wide training update briefings ensuring 46 employees understood monthly requirements and changes within the training program. Show less

Air Transportation Manager

• Jan 2013 - Mar 2014

Supervising three direct reports, I was the key advisor and Subject Matter Expert for all Air Transportation operations for the 184th Wing. I was responsible for hiring new personnel and the training and development of assigned employees.• Coordinated airlift requirements, completed load plans and cargo manifests, and loaded more than 2M pounds of cargo on 15 military and civilian aircraft.• Secured airlift, processed and loaded over 200 personnel supporting Air National Guard operations around the world.• Managed the organizations Airfield Driving Program, certifying training requirements for 176 employee’s annually.• Conducted training for 34 personnel on Cargo Preparation and Hazardous Materials shipment certification.• Lead trainer and operator for various special purpose vehicles and materials handling equipment such as 60K “Tunner” Loader, 25K Next Generation Small Loader, 4-10K Forklift (electric and diesel), 10K All-Terrain Forklift, 9-Ton High Lift, and 28 and 44 passenger bus. Show less

NCOIC, Air Terminal Readiness (Supervisor)

• Mar 2009 - Dec 2012

In this role I oversaw a team of seven direct reports responsible for all Department of Defense cargo deployment operations operating out of McConnell Air Force Base. I was responsible for training a team of 110 personnel annually on cargo deployment functions including manifesting, load planning, in-check, joint inspection, and aircraft loading.- Oversaw the processing, manifesting and loading of 5800 tons of cargo on 350 missions providing in-transit visibility while ensuring mission requirements were achieved.- Aided in the manifesting and loading of more than 6K passengers on 116 aircraft supporting global operations.- Supported humanitarian efforts by processing and loading 100 tons of cargo, providing essential supplies to children in developing countries.- Oversaw the aircrew cargo training program by developing exercise load plans, coordinating MHE support and aiding in the hands-on training of 51 aircrew members.- Lead inspector during five munitions movements, inspecting 185 tons of cargo destined for locations around the world, ensuring safety of flight.- Validated 2K Intra-Theatre Airlift Requests while in a deployed environment, ensuring 45K tons of cargo and 25K passengers were in place, on time. - Enhanced airfield usage in a deployed environment by coordinating with coalition partners, increasing airfield usage by more than 25%. Show less

Air Cargo Load Planner

• Jan 2008 - Mar 2009

As a Load Planner I was qualified to calculate weight and balance and load plan multiple military aircraft. I was responsible for selecting cargo for movement based on destination, priority and system entry time. As a qualified Hazardous Materials Preparer, I was able to load plan hazardous cargo on military and civilian aircraft. - Expedited the movement of 100K tons of cargo on 16K military and commercial aircraft annually.- Advanced the rapid movement of Mine Resistant Armored Personnel Carriers, providing top of the line combat protection to service members in combat. - Aided Humanitarian efforts by planning and manifesting 936 tons of cargo on 71 military aircraft, accelerating aid to 4.4M citizens.- Secured airlift and streamlined the planning, manifesting and loading of 53 tons of rations, providing vital nutrients to multiple forward operating bases during food shortages. Show less

Ramp Services Shift Supervisor

• Mar 2006 - Dec 2007

In this position I supervised a 25 person team responsible loading and unloading over 200K tons of cargo on military and commercial aircraft annually. My duties included supervising and assigning tasks to three, six person aircraft load teams, one five person set-up team and a dispatcher in the loading and offloading of 10-15 aircraft per day.- Planned and led the upload of two 45-ton Howitzer takes supporting the Dutch Army, enhancing our NATO partnerships.- Provided the dignified transfer of 478 fallen Americans, expediting the return of the fallen heroes to the United States.- Orchestrated the upload of 988 tons of cargo on 238 aircraft during a Headquarters Readiness Inspection where I was named "Outstanding Performer" and the organization earned an "Excellent" rating.- Coordinated with local airport authorities, the United States Embassy in Germany to lead a two person team supporting the 2006 G8 summit, loading and offloading 300 tons of Presidential Support Equipment on 14 aircraft at a commercial airport.- Qualified as a Materials Handling Equipment instructor and instructed four, two-week courses, and trained 24 personnel on the 60 K "Tunner" Loader. Show less

Information/Ramp Controller

• Jan 2005 - Mar 2006

While working as an Information/Ramp Controller within the Air Terminal Operations Center I was responsible for planning, coordinating and controlling all ground handling requirements on 4500 military and civilian cargo and passenger aircraft annually. I met all arriving aircraft to ensure aerial port requirements were met.- Coordinated with more than 200 personnel assigned to four sections to support aerial port ground handling requirements during 24 hour operations.- Liaised with internal and external agencies to provide logistics support for cargo delivery and pickup.- Synchronized the on load and offload of 11K tons of cargo and 22K passengers on 4534 aircraft, achieving a 100% departure reliability rate.-Performed Contract Officer Representative (COR) duties on a $10M commercial contract, ensuring the correction of more than 50 violations and validating contractual compliance was achieved.- Provided flight following and coordinated ground handling for two Presidential visits, guaranteeing seamless arrival and departure.- Maintained organizations publications library by updating required on-hand publications to ensure compliance with Air Force policy and federal law. Show less

Passenger Service Agent

• Nov 2002 - Dec 2004

As a Passenger Service Agent, I performed operations to ensure quality customer service while remaining in compliance with all applicable policies, guidelines and laws. I was responsible for determining travel eligibility, assuring proper billing, and validating boarder clearance requirements. I worked as an in-check agent, gate agent, operated terminal security equipment and loaded and offloaded passengers.- Aided with ground handling requirements for both Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense aircraft, providing ease of on load and offload for the Secretaries and support staff.- Trained 22 peers on Passenger Service operations, increasing capabilities by more than 50%.- Aided in the movement of more than 1500 passengers, 20K pounds of baggage supporting Department of Defense operations around the world. Show less