BRITTANY LACEY
Summerville,United States
Summary
Dynamic unit deployment management professional with over 16 years of experience in the United States Air Force, specializing in contingency planning, operations coordination, and logistics management. Expertise in enhancing operational efficiency through meticulous planning, training, and seamless coordination, while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Proven track record in managing complex logistics operations and leading teams in readiness training, providing essential support to senior leadership. Committed to leveraging extensive skills in strategic planning and crisis action coordination to drive mission success in both wartime and peacetime environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER
Department of Defense Federal Employee for United States Air Force
03.2018 - 02.2019
- DEPLOYMENT MANAGEMENT: Coordinated and scheduled pre-departure training for deploying personnel in collaboration with their supervisors and Department of State. Managed deployment reporting in Air Expeditionary Force Reporting Tool (ART), including Unit Type Code posturing and individual status updates. Prepared and processed individuals for deployments and redeployments to and from combat zones, exercises, and other global locations.
- LOGISTICS COORDINATION: Utilized LOGMOD and Excel to track pre-deployment and post-deployment mobility, logistics, security, ancillary training, medical, and dental requirements. Prepared and submitted lists of requirements for purchase to squadron leadership in support of mobility and Unit Deployment Manager (UDM) needs. Ensured personnel qualifications matched tasking requirements and base standards to maintain zero discrepancies.
- COMPLIANCE & DOCUMENTATION: Coordinated with wing, base, and higher headquarters offices on deployment issues and maintained mobility folders and documentation in accordance with various DoD and Air Force instructions and local guidelines. Incorporated in-house system to coordinate and track overall war readiness of 42 personnel.
UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER
Department of Defense Federal Employee for United States Air Force
09.2024 - Current
- OPERATIONS COORDINATION & MANAGEMENT: Streamlined deployment processes by implementing in-house system to monitor and manage war readiness of 154 personnel. Facilitated deployment tasking by assigning approved members and effectively communicating information to relevant management. Ensured smooth execution of deployment missions by orchestrating pre and post-mission activities for assigned personnel. Maintained accuracy and compliance by cross-referencing personnel qualifications with tasking and base requirements to eliminate discrepancies. Managed and safeguarded uniformed mobility folders in accordance with Privacy Act guidelines, ensuring accessibility and confidentiality.
- LOGISTICS & ADMINISTRATION: Coordinated logistics operations by overseeing filing and tracking of uniformed mobility folders, enabling quick retrieval and protection of sensitive information. Implemented efficient administrative processes to support deployment activities and maintain compliance with regulatory guidelines. Utilized organizational skills to prioritize tasks and manage documentation, enhancing operational efficiency. Fostered culture of accountability and attention to detail within unit, contributing to mission success and readiness.
- COMMUNICATION & COLLABORATION: Facilitated seamless communication between team members and management to ensure alignment with deployment objectives. Collaborated with various stakeholders to address operational challenges and implement effective solutions. Cultivated supportive and cohesive team environment through clear and concise communication. Served as liaison between different departments, fostering cooperation and synergy in achieving organizational goals.
- Managed personnel assignments, ensuring compliance with military regulations and protocols.
- Coordinated deployment schedules and logistics for unit readiness and operational effectiveness.
LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
Department of Defense Federal Employee for United States Air Force
06.2023 - 09.2024
- LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT: Spearhead contingency planning efforts for two active and one reserve wing, ensuring preparedness for taskings. Develop, implement, and evaluate readiness requirements and plans to enhance operational efficiency. Manage Air Force Force Generation (AFFORGEN) reporting, ensuring accurate deployment data for 22 joint base units. Plan and execute AFFORGEN contingency plans for wartime and peacetime missions, adapting to evolving priorities.
- TRAINING & COORDINATION: Conduct readiness training sessions for Unit Deployment Manager, DCAPES, TPFDD, and LOGMOD, enhancing unit preparedness. Lead assessment of readiness for JB Charleston Ready Airman Training (RAT) Program, certifying over 1453 Airmen. Co-lead wing-level planning and coordination of contingency support, logistics readiness deployment, and execution. Collaborate with diverse team of 15+ cadre members to oversee comprehensive training courses, ensuring readiness.
- PROBLEM SOLVING & INTEGRATION: Apply analytical skills to resolve logistics challenges and adjust plans to align with evolving priorities. Integrate knowledge to plan and accomplish various complex work assignments, identifying and resolving logistics management issues. Utilize Integrated Deployment Systems (IDS) such as LOGMOD, DCAPES, and SMS for deployment operations.
- GS-0346-11
UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER
Department of Defense Federal Employee for United States Air Force
02.2019 - 07.2023
- DEPLOYMENT OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT: Conduct comprehensive analysis and establish metric systems for unit and higher-level management to evaluate efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with regulatory procedures. Provide technical guidance and recommendations to senior leadership regarding unit deployment program. Coordinate and schedule pre-departure training with deploying personnel, their supervisors, and Department of State. Prepare and process individuals for deployments and redeployments to and from combat zones, exercises, and other global locations. Review implications of wartime and exercise plans in relation to unit resources to determine ability to meet specified taskings.
- READINESS & COMPLIANCE: Ensure personnel and equipment readiness, guaranteeing unit's preparedness for wartime and peacetime mobility taskings by scheduling and tracking unit deployment training. Coordinate with wing, base, and higher headquarters on deployment issues and maintain mobility documentation in accordance with relevant guidelines and instructions. Use LOGMOD and Excel to track pre-deployment and post-deployment mobility, logistics, security, ancillary training, medical, and dental requirements. Develop and maintain mobility training and tracking database, ensuring 100% visibility of deployment requirements for personnel.
- COORDINATION & LOGISTICS: Plan and coordinate Temporary Duty Assignments (TDYs) with Project Officers, securing travel, lodging, and transportation for members. Coordinate cargo transport to and from TDY locations with Traffic Management Office. Partner with Installation Deployment Officer (IDO) to plan and implement deployment and contingency plans for squadron and Maintenance Group. Support development of Agile operations plan for F-16 at Shaw AFB, identifying required equipment and personnel to support operations in austere locations.
- ANALYTICAL & EVALUATION SKILLS: Adapt analytical techniques and evaluation criteria to measure and improve deployment program, developing new and modified methods. Review all deployment-related documents for applicable equipment and personnel tasking, identifying total deployment requirements to meet mission needs. Analyze combat capability of unit through intensive evaluation of training, equipment status, manning, and unit supervision.
- GS-0301-09
Education
Bachelors - Management, Concentration in Human Resource Management
American Military University
Charles Town, WV, United States12.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Management Engineering Technology
Community College of Air Force
Montgomery, AL, United States04.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Air Traffic Operations and Management
Community College of Air Force
Montgomery, AL, United States04.2018
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Problem Solving
- Operational Efficiency
- Compliance Assurance
- Integrated Deployment Systems
- Program Management
- Training & Mentorship
- Safety Program Management
- Collaboration & Communication
- Risk Mitigation
- Personnel Management
- Strategic Planning
Accomplishments
- Certified over 1453 Airmen in AFFORGEN Ready Airmen Training Events.
- Managed deployment schedules and conducted readiness training sessions for 23 joint base units.
- Successfully resolved logistics challenges and adjusted plans to align with evolving priorities.
- Co-led wing-level planning, coordination, and evaluation of contingency support, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Applied analytical skills to resolve logistics challenges and adjust plans to align with evolving priorities.
- Ensured compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and precedents affecting deployment operations.
- Incorporated in-house system to coordinate and track overall war readiness of 1,002 personnel.
- Achieved 100% visibility for 5,475 deployment requirements for 165 personnel, earning A+ standard for superior effort.
- Supported training of individuals in multiple Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs) to increase versatility for F-16 operations in austere locations.
- Successfully incorporated in-house system to enhance coordination and tracking of war readiness for unit personnel.
- Maintained zero discrepancies in personnel qualifications by meticulous quality checking against tasking and base requirements.
- Efficiently managed deployment reporting and individual status updates, ensuring accurate and timely information.
- Successfully implemented in-house system to enhance operational efficiency and readiness.
- Maintained zero discrepancies between personnel qualifications and tasking requirements, ensuring mission readiness.
- Improved accessibility and confidentiality of uniformed mobility folders, enhancing data protection and retrieval processes.
- Fostered culture of accountability and teamwork, contributing to unit's overall success and mission readiness.
Certification
- HAZMAT Trained
- Outward Mindset by Arbinger, 2023-04
- Brené Brown: Dare to Lead, 2021-08
- Professionalism and Ethics, 4- C's (Character, Competency, Communication, and Confidentiality), 2021-07
- Peak Performance through Professionalism, 2021-06
- Unit Deployment Manager Training, 2018
- Combat Support Training, 2016
- Continuous Process Improvement Course, 2015
- Manpower Apprentice Course, 2014
- Deliberate and Crisis Action Planning and Execution Segments Advanced User Course (DCAPES), 2014
- Airmen Leadership Course, 2013
- Integrated Defense Training, 2013
- Money Management Course, 2012
- Air Traffic Control Operation Course, 2008
- Basic Military Training, 2008
Timeline
UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER
Department of Defense Federal Employee for United States Air Force
09.2024 - Current
LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
Department of Defense Federal Employee for United States Air Force
06.2023 - 09.2024
UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER
Department of Defense Federal Employee for United States Air Force
02.2019 - 07.2023
UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER
Department of Defense Federal Employee for United States Air Force
03.2018 - 02.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Management Engineering Technology
Community College of Air Force
Associate of Applied Science - Air Traffic Operations and Management
Community College of Air Force
Bachelors - Management, Concentration in Human Resource Management
American Military University
Communication & Collaboration
Exceptional communication skills, with ability to present complex information clearly and effectively to senior leadership and team members. Experienced in delivering briefings, training sessions, and consultations, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
Technical Proficiency
Proficient in use of various software and database management systems, including LOGMOD, Excel, and other Air Force-specific tools. Skilled in data management, report preparation, and use of analytical tools to support decision-making processes and enhance operational efficiency.
Regulatory Compliance & Security
In-depth knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies affecting deployment operations and base support. Proficient in ensuring compliance with these standards, with experience serving as Unit Safety Officer and managing safety programs. Skilled in maintaining security and operational integrity, including roles as Wing Operations Security (OPSEC) Officer.
Logistics & Resource Management
Expertise in logistics management and resource allocation, with track record of successfully managing deployment schedules, coordinating with various departments, and optimizing resource use. Familiar with Integrated Deployment Systems (IDS) such as LOGMOD, DCAPES, and SMS for deployment operations.
Training & Development
Extensive experience in designing and delivering training programs, including readiness training sessions for Unit Deployment Managers and other Air Force personnel. Recognized for certifying over 1,453 Airmen in AFFORGEN Ready Airmen Training Events and improving unit preparedness through targeted training initiatives.
SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Program & Operations Planning: Extensive experience in developing, implementing, and managing contingency, wartime, and peacetime operations plans for U.S. Air Force. Expertise in coordinating and executing Air Force Force Generation (AFFORGEN) contingency plans, with demonstrated ability to align operational plans with mission requirements and evolving priorities.
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
Strong analytical skills applied in logistics and deployment operations, with ability to identify and resolve complex issues, integrate knowledge from various sources, and adapt plans to dynamic conditions. Experienced in using advanced techniques to evaluate program efficiency and effectiveness, ensuring optimal performance.
SOFTWARE & OPERATING SYSTEMS
Logistics Module (LOGMOD) | Single Mobility System (SMS)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated ability to serve as senior specialist in formulating, training, and administering base operations.
- Skilled in coordinating and executing complex deployment operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Expertise in training and mentoring personnel, enhancing team preparedness and operational efficiency.
- Strong analytical skills in evaluating program performance and making data-driven recommendations to improve effectiveness.
- Proven ability to manage high-pressure situations, such as Deployment Control Center, ensuring timely and effective response to deployments and deployment exercises.
- Experienced in developing and delivering briefings, training sessions, and consultations, securing cooperation and resolving issues.
- Strong background in operations security (OPSEC) management, ensuring protection of sensitive information during missions.
- Proficient in using Integrated Deployment Systems (IDS) and other Air Force-specific software to track and manage logistics operations.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
- Demonstrated ability to manage logistics operations effectively, ensuring readiness for contingency missions.
- Proficient in coordinating training sessions and assessing readiness, certifying large numbers of personnel.
- Skilled in problem-solving and integration, adapting plans to align with changing priorities.
- Strong understanding of Integrated Deployment Systems and compliance requirements affecting deployment operations.
HONORS & AWARDS
Awarded 20th Maintenance Group Civilian of Quarter CAT II Apr-Jun 2022, Awarded Cash award on 2021-06-01, Awarded Time-Off award on 2021-06-02, Awarded 20th Maintenance Group Civilian of Quarter CAT II Apr-Jun 2020, Awarded Cash award on 2020-08-01, Awarded Time-Off award 2020-08-02, Awarded 20th Maintenance Group Civilian of Quarter CAT II Jul-Sep 2020