Brandon Reed
Lakeside
Summary
Results-driven Deployment/ Readiness Coordinator and U.S. Navy Veteran with 15+ years with extensive experience in guiding service members through the Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES). Adept at coordinating medical evaluations, advising on disability processes, and ensuring compliance with military and Department of Defense regulations. Committed to providing compassionate and knowledgeable support to service members and their families during the medical process. Currently holds an active Top Secret security clearance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Deployment/Readiness Coordinator
USN
07.2019 - 11.2024
- Managed and guided 184 service members through the IDES process, ensuring timely and accurate case submissions
- Proficient utilizing Limdu Smart and MHS genesis to track and manage medical board cases efficiently
- Maintained comprehensive records and case files, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with military regulations, HIPPA and DoD policies while handling medical board cases
- Trained team members in administrative procedures, contributing to a significant boost in operational efficiency and staff retention
- Provided detailed briefings and education on disability separation and retirement process
Lead Instructor
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Led 17 aircrew members through comprehensive training programs, managing 2 curricula and overseeing 1K flight events, 3.6K simulator hours, and 3K flight hours, resulting in the on-time graduation of 11 qualified aircrew members
- Achieved a 100% success rate in professional advancements and certifications, including 11 Naval Aircrew Specialist qualifications
- Facilitated the initial certification of 11 students and the requalification of 6 instructors, directly enhancing team readiness and operational performance
- Delivered CPR training as a certified instructor, completing 2 courses for 12 personnel, reinforcing safety and preparedness within the team
Department Lead, Operations
USN
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Led a team of 8 personnel in the scheduling and execution of over 2,379 flight hours without incidents, ensuring the accurate management of pilot and aircrew records and the seamless execution of 68 tactical training events
- Achieved a 100% success rate in professional advancements and certifications, including 11 Naval Aircrew Specialist qualifications
- Oversaw the use and allocation of 24K rounds of ammunition to support mission readiness and operational flexibility across three combat-ready teams
- Provided advanced instruction as a Weapons Tactics Instructor, mentoring 25 personnel and facilitating their certifications in mission-critical combat functions
- Managed a CPR training program, delivering 40 hours of instruction to certify 38 personnel and ensure 100% operational readiness across two teams
- Coordinated the Exceptional Family Member Program, mentoring 24 personnel and ensuring compliance with readiness standards for organizational inspections
Program Manager
USN
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Designed and implemented training programs that achieved superior performance ratings during technical and tactical evaluations, earning the highest possible scores for readiness and compliance
- Coordinated and managed a drug testing program, training three program assistants and ensuring the accountability and testing of 392 samples, maintaining 100% compliance with organizational standards
- Delivered CPR certification training, qualifying 87 personnel across 2 teams, directly enhancing mission readiness for both shore and sea operations
- 17 personnel mentored in the Family Readiness Program, ensuring entitlements were understood and met while facilitating multiple training and counseling sessions, resulting in a 79% retention rate and increased mission effectiveness
Operations Manager
USN
07.2015 - 11.2017
- Led and supervised the management of 12 flight logs and personnel training records, ensuring 100% accuracy across operational data and compliance with organizational standards
- Coordinated and executed over 159 aircraft missions and 27 tactical training qualifications, achieving a perfect safety record with 0 incidents
- Directed the scheduling and completion of 32 simulator events and 503 flight hours, earning top ratings during organizational evaluations for compliance and performance
- Mentored and trained 3 junior team members during multinational joint training exercises, ensuring the successful completion of 11 graded tactical events and enhancing collaboration with international forces
- Played a key role in coordinating multinational joint training with allied forces, completing 30 mishap-free flight hours, and enhancing cross-organizational collaboration
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
National University
La Jolla, CA04-2027
Skills
- Program administration
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- HIPPA compliance
- Case management
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem solving
- Adaptive learning
- Operations oversight
- Discretion and confidentiality
Specialized Military Training
- Naval Aircrew Warfare Specialist Certification
- Enlisted Air Warfare Specialist Training
- Aircrew Combat Training Continuum (ACTC)
- Weapons and Tactics Instructor
- Flight and Simulator Operations
- Search and Rescue (SAR) Medical Techniques and Emergency Response Training
- Ordnance and Ammunition Management
- Command Leadership and Mentorship Development Programs
Timeline
Deployment/Readiness Coordinator
USN
07.2019 - 11.2024
Lead Instructor
07.2019 - 11.2019
Department Lead, Operations
USN
11.2018 - 07.2019
Program Manager
USN
11.2017 - 11.2018
Operations Manager
USN
07.2015 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
National University
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