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Dynamic Operations and Emergency Management Leader with over 10 years of experience directing cross-functional teams, managing federal disaster recovery initiatives, and optimizing staffing and logistics operations. Expertise in leading interagency coordination under FEMA, overseeing multimillion-dollar budgets, and enhancing service delivery across diverse environments. Proficient in team development, regulatory compliance, data analysis, and stakeholder communication, fostering collaboration and efficiency. Committed to a results-driven approach in high-pressure situations, emphasizing strategic planning and operational excellence to achieve organizational goals.
• Coordinate internal and external disaster recovery operations at federal, tribal, state, and local levels.
• Align human and financial resources to support rapid community recovery efforts.
• Develop strategic communications including marketing plans, speeches, and social media campaigns to promote recovery programs.
• Facilitate high-level stakeholder meetings using VTC, GIS, PowerPoint, and Microsoft platforms.
• Analyze disaster recovery data to inform leadership and guide future operations.
• Promote collaboration and resolve conflicts across multi-disciplinary teams to support mission success.
• Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
• Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
• Directed operations for workforce teams across multiple sites, increasing productivity and achieving KPI benchmarks.
• Designed and implemented training programs and staffing strategies tailored to client needs.
• Managed contracts and budgets, including new business partnerships across Hampton Roads, VA.
• Conducted staffing reviews, forecasted labor needs, and led workforce planning initiatives.
• Improved employee engagement and retention through mentorship, professional development, and inclusive team culture.
• Streamlined operational workflows, reducing project delivery times and boosting client satisfaction.
• Lead operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
• Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
• Supported COVID-19 vaccination operations serving 300,000+ individuals.
• Provided survivor assistance and case resolution in high-impact disaster zones.
• Improved program delivery by reducing bottlenecks and ensuring ADA accessibility in FEMA communications.
• Verified applications and input data into NEMIS, improving accuracy and speed of survivor support.
• Streamlined project delivery processes, reducing completion times significantly.
• Improved team collaboration by initiating regular strategy meetings.
• Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
• Oversaw recruitment, hiring, and operations across multiple locations, managing a $6M annual budget.
• Established performance goals and improved service delivery by streamlining workflows and cross-training teams.
• Fostered a collaborative team culture, leading to reduced turnover and improved performance metrics.
• Implemented cost-saving measures and training programs aligned with compliance and workforce goals.
• Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Lead and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
• Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
• Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Main Job function was Heavy Equipment Operator. As I ascended in ranks, so did my job functions: Budget Administrator, Logistics Specialist, Embark Supervisor, Transportation Supervisor, United States Navy Recruiter, Patient Administration Records Department Naval Hospital.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
FEMA NEMIS proficiency
Geospatial and video conferencing skills
Experience with CBCM60 financial tools
Proficient in collaborative tools
Optimizing team effectiveness
Strategic stakeholder involvement
Crisis management
Guiding professional development
Risk mitigation strategies
Quality management
Disaster Survivor Assistance, National Disaster Recovery
Framework, National Mitigation Framework an Introduction, National Protection Framework, National Prevention Framework, Civil Rights and FEMA Disaster Assistance, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for Employees, Introduction to Hazard Mitigation, Fraud Awareness and Prevention, Safety Orientation, National Preparedness Goal and System, Active Shooter, and much more.
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