Adjunct Instructor

• Mar 2023 - Present

Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator

• Jul 2022 - Present

Communicating, coordinating, and collaborating across City departments.Working with the City EOP to assist in execution in times of emergency. Maintaining, updating, and reviewing as necessary.Maintaining a state of readiness in the EOC. Bringing in appropriate intelligence by harnessing available technology.Overseeing the City’s training and exercise program using HSEEP doctrine.Assisting in writing EM grants and providing input in EM budgeting.Promoting community awareness and preparedness through various outreach programs.Assisting with the management of the City’s small unmanned aircraft systems program. FAA Part 107 Certificated pilot and training officer for the team.LOTS of training! Also, LOTS of ice cream at EMI during training.Managing the Citywide Radio Communications System. Show less

Radio Communications Manager

• Apr 2020 - Jul 2022

Responsible for overall management of the City’s Astro P25 IP-Simulcast 800 MHz Digital Trunked and VHF Simulcast Conventional Radio System. Supporting the Emergency Management Department with exercise scenarios, evaluations, public education and outreach, sUAS Support, and more.

Technology and Engineering Education Teacher

• Aug 2011 - Apr 2020

Taught sixth through eighth grade technology and engineering education courses at Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School. Differentiating instruction for diverse learners while analyzing and developing new curriculum based on Virginia curriculum and standards. Managing an average of 20-25 students per class. Participated in the 2016 Virginia Technology Education Curriculum Revision. Planning, writing, and implementing engaging learning opportunities including; teaching, monitoring, and correcting the safe and effective use of tools and machines in a manufacturing laboratory setting. Responsible for managing all aspects of the safety program at all times. A sampling of units taught includes; graphic communication, woodworking, drafting, construction, engineering and design, and energy and power. Regularly and safely using a 3D Printer and Laser Engraver with students. Communicating effectively with students, parents, and other staff members including consistently utilizing Google Applications for Education. Presented on Laser Safety for a county-wide Professional Development. Also presented to peers at the 2018 Virginia Technology and Engineering Education Association Conference. Traveled to Norfolk, VA to present professional development to Technology Education Teachers in Norfolk Public Schools. Member of the Frederick County Public Schools Crisis Plan Review Team- updated emergency plans for all county schools Show less

Project Engineering Intern

• May 2015 - Aug 2017

Worked alongside project managers and engineers to assist with management functions on a heavy construction site. Participated and assisted in safety walk through inspections. Worked to correct identified deficiencies. Completed sub-contractor safe-starts. Sought and obtained bids for various work. Evaluated, made suggestions to management, and awarded bids upon management approval. Effectively communicated with employees from varying levels of HRI and outside organizations. Regularly responsible for official documentation of information. OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety Certification Show less