Emergency Management Planner

• Aug 2022 - Present

CONTINUITY OF OPERATIONS PLANNING -->Perform continual review, revisions, and additions of the RIEMA Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) -->Assists state agency partners in performing updates and revisions to individual agency COOPs and provide feedback and recommended modifications/revisions where appropriate -->Track status of all state agency COOPs to verify yearly updates are being performed and they are up-to-date DAM EMERGENCY ACTION PLANNING -->Acts as agency Point of Contact for High Hazard and Significant Hazard dam owners statewide for all matters in relation to the distribution and completion of Dam Emergency Action Plans (EAP) --> Assets in completion of dam EAPs for dam owners by conducting reviews and providing feedback and edits to submitted EAPs -->Tracks status of dam EAPs statewide to ensure completion of updated EAPs and compliance with law by dam owners THREAT AND HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND RISK ASSESSMENT / STAKEHOLDER PREPAREDNESS REPORT -->Acts as agency point of contact for statewide stakeholders during the 3 year THIRA/SPR cycle -->Utilizes the Unified Reporting Tool to accurately assess threats and hazards facing the State and identity preparedness gaps in relation to the 32 Core Capabilities in order to allow for proper distribution of federal funding -->Updates, distributes, tracks, and receives surveys sent out to stakeholders in order to gain accurate information of capability gaps across all 32 Core Capabilities EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER ACTIVATION -->drafts Situation Reports to allow continual flow of up-to-date and relevant information about status of Community Lifelines during a given operational period -->drafts and updates Incident Action Plan for each operational period Show less

Graduate Assistant

• Aug 2021 - Jul 2022

•Utilizes Salesforce software to update student, faculty, and staff COVID-19 related health status based on submitted notifications and send out tasks to facilities around the UNCC Campus to appropriately handle each case as to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 around campus •Examines submitted COVID-19 mitigation tests and vaccination cards to determine authenticity and update Office of Emergency Management records to indicate that the individual has complied with weekly mitigation testing or are fully vaccinated •Responds to email submitted by UNCC students, faculty, and staff to provide individuals with information, clarification, and solutions to problems Show less

Graduate Intern

• Dec 2020 - Jul 2021

• Assisted the nuclear planner by providing logistical support in the purchase and acquisition of supplies to allow for their successful completion of daily duties and the operation of emergency decontamination and unification shelters that are to be opened in the event of a nuclear emergency • Utilized Microsoft excel to continuously update Mecklenburg County’s Special Assistance Registry to give emergency medical services awareness of addresses within the 10-mile nuclear evacuation zones that are home to individuals with access or functional needs • Crafted newsletters for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management Office utilizing the website Mail-Chimp to summarize the accomplishments of the office for the prior month and bring awareness of upcoming training opportunities, events, and meetings to staff and community partners • Conducted analysis of historical documentation to assist in CMEMO accreditation review • Updated special events calendar in WebEOC to keep CMEMO staff updated on days with large scale event attendance • Participated in CMEMO disaster scenario exercises to gain understanding of how the EOC operates during a real-world, full activation Show less

• Jun 2018 - Oct 2020

• Directed a team of 3 to 8 Land Sports Guides who operate the activities to provide leadership and direction during operation hours• Implemented breaks, staff location rotations, and water refills to keep Team Members functioning at peak capacity• Oversaw on-site decision making during extra-ordinary day to day workplace situations, such as handling unsatisfactory guest interactions, performing staff cuts during days with low guest traffic, and addressing safety violations while coordinating with the supervisor in real time using a radio system to keep management informed of on the ground situations• Navigated unsatisfactory guest experiences in a positive and constructive manner by addressing expressed grievances and developing solutions though creative interpretation of company policy • Performed specialized assists and rescue procedures on ropes courses and zip lines by using unique equipment during normal and emergency situations to safely allow the guest to progress forward or remove them from the activity• Spearheaded opening, closing, and inspection procedures by visual identification and physical manipulation of the activity area to create an efficient and safe environment for both guests and staff Show less

• Jun 2016 - Oct 2020

• Operated the activity area’s high ropes courses and ziplines to provide guests with a unique, thrilling experience by skillfully performing duties associated with the activities• Performed basic verbal and physical assists on ropes courses to aid guests as they progressed though the activities in the event of • Lead orientations in front of groups between one and 30+ individuals to brief guests though verbal and physical instruction on proper personal gear implementation, available activities, safety instructions, and activity rules that provided guests with the information necessary to have a safe and enjoyable time on the property• Completed opening and closing procedures on all activities in designated areas by conducting detailed visual and physical inspections of activity infrastructure and guest gear that allowed for detailed safety checks and identification of damage and wear Show less

• Jun 2014 - Aug 2018

• Implemented the teaching of kayak curriculum used to inform campers of basic and advance white-water kayaking concepts by conducting verbal and physical instruction methods that allowed the campers to progress in their kayaking proficiency • Conducted drills for campers in a safe and organized fashion to allow for physical repetitions that increased individual proficiency of the skill being instructed • Analyzed campers during their implementation of classroom curriculum though close observation to spot and correct mistakes being made as to reinforce correct technique and prevent the formation of incorrect tendencies Show less

Corps Member

• Jul 2019 - May 2020

Deployment 1: Denver, Colorado 09/01/19 – 11/15/19 • Conducted shelter surveys with the Red Cross though in person visits of potential shelter locations to update the National Shelter System’s list of available emergency shelters available to the public in the event of a disaster or emergency by recording meticulous measurements, taking on-site photographs, and reviewing facility floor plans while performing inspections to gain an understanding of the location’s ability to house individuals in both short- and long-term capacities • Utilized Adobe Acrobat to organize data gathered during inspections into Site Inspection Reports for record keeping purposes and consolidate data for easier transcription into the National Shelter System database (20+ reports created and uploaded) • Reviewed the Americans with Disabilities Act accessibility requirements by examining provided Red Cross documentation that allowed for informed input on shelter classification decisions Deployment 2: DR #4442-MN, Hazard Mitigation Specialist, Minneapolis Minnesota, 12/09/19 – 02/18/20 • Operated Grants Manager to analyze applicant project and work order information with the purpose of providing them federal funding for repairs and improvements • Created FIRMettes by utilizing Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat and Google Earth to accurately display the location(s) of damage provided by the applicant to allow for the determination of whether the affected area resided within a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) Deployment 3: DR #4339-PR, San Juan, Puerto Rico, 03/04/20 – 03/17/20 • Utilized editing software to create color coded labels for LIDAR images used in the training of Machine Learning algorithms as to provide evidence for the LIDAR technology’s usefulness in the Public Assistance program which led to expedited grant development and funding to the State Show less

Cashier

• Oct 2013 - Jan 2014

• Participated in the purchase of all store-bought items using a cash register and barcode scanner to perform financial transactions for goods provided on behalf of the business • Assisted in navigating the customer to their desired location in the store via detailed knowledge of its layout and product placement to guide them towards the item desired and create an efficient shopping experience • Utilized polite speech, a helpful demeanor, and good manners to improve a customer's overall shopping experience by providing a quality customer service experience within the store Show less

Office Support Assistant

• Aug 2013 - Oct 2013

• Operated a specialized financial database to upload and store financial records and transactional documentation ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars to create a detailed record that can be referenced • Conducted printing, copying, scanning and shredding procedures of office documents by using specialized electronic equipment that provided the office the ability to perform its day to day activities • Operated a specialized financial database to upload and store financial records and transactional documentation ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars to create a detailed record that can be referenced • Conducted printing, copying, scanning and shredding procedures of office documents by using specialized electronic equipment that provided the office the ability to perform its day to day activities

Summer Camp Counselor

• Jun 2012 - Aug 2012

• Assisted in the implementation of daily camp curriculum though personal participation with the purpose of guiding them through the activity to provide campers with an enjoyable overall experience while on site • Organized campers during transitional periods by performing headcounts to provide the whereabouts of all individuals in the camp • Conducted check in/check out procedures for campers via parental ID checks and written documentation to create accountability for their presence under HFFA’s care Show less