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Byron A Searle

Summary

With 20+ years in retail management, and owning my own business I am an expert in administrative specialties, executive support, business management and financial management. I am accustomed to setting priorities and working independently. I understand the importance of working as a team member and taking small steps together to accomplish complex tasks. I am able to quickly adjust to changes in priorities, adhere to timelines, and am able to reduce complicated projects to manageable parts and to keep track of timelines and outcomes. I enjoy working with ideas from concept to completion, like to solve problems and am comfortable with projects that require interactions with many stakeholders. I am passionate about doing excellent work and like to help veterans.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Financial Technician / Agent CashierVeterans

Affairs
10.2017 - 01.2022
  • Created bills of collection and processed beneficiary travel documents.
  • Balanced documents in Accepted Document Listing to ensure accuracy.
  • Interpreted rules, regulations, laws, and policies for compliance.
  • Paid CWT payroll along with various other bills and public vouchers.
  • Audited fees and reconciled various reports for financial integrity.
  • Reviewed general ledgers, draft charges, and processed journal vouchers.
  • Maintained accurate files for audit purposes and cash vault accuracy.
  • Performed daily reviews of purchase card transactions, verifying costing codes.

Program Support Assistant

White River Junction VAMC
12.2015 - 10.2017
  • Served as liaison between clinical staff and contracting to develop and maintain contracts for homeless veterans.
  • Assisted CWT administrator in organizing daily activities of CWT program.
  • Completed billing, payroll, and CWT accounts following finance standards.
  • Collaborated with participating CWT employers to strengthen community relationships.
  • Organized and tracked all CWT documentation, monitoring employee progress through the program.
  • Fulfilled fiscal requirements with contracted vendors, ensuring timely payments and invoice accuracy.
  • Coordinated annual inspections for contracted shelters and transitional housing facilities.
  • Provided administrative support for achieving CARF accreditation and fulfilling five-year goals.

Environmental Services Supervisor

Veterans Administration
06.2012 - 12.2015
  • Supervised on-the-job training and formal instruction in procedures, techniques, and equipment usage.
  • Developed status reports, work assignments, and budget proposals while participating in planning activities with Service Line Manager.
  • Communicated effectively with employees across various grade levels and service line areas.
  • Planned quarterly and annual requirements for FTEE, budgets, supplies, and equipment.
  • Conducted special tasks and projects, analyzing data to optimize operations and establish deadlines.
  • Coordinated with first shift supervisor, grounds and transportation supervisor, and work leaders for effective task assignments.
  • Created organizational charts, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and time/motion studies for hospital operations.
  • Acted as Contracting Officer Representative for departmental contracts while supporting environmental sustainability initiatives.

Assistant Manager

Sears
08.2011 - 02.2012
  • Interviewed and selected prospective employees to enhance team quality.
  • Supervised training and formal instruction in procedures and equipment usage.
  • Conducted performance appraisals, recommending promotions and disciplinary actions as needed.
  • Completed weekly sales analysis reports, delegating shifts in merchandise effectively.
  • Executed safety inspections of common areas, identifying hazards for employee and customer protection.
  • Analyzed special tasks and projects, determining operational efficiencies within deadlines.
  • Managed cash counts and maintained accurate financial records for reconciliation.

Created weekly employee schedules and addressed leave requests aligned with company needs.

Owner

Gorilla Games
11.2009 - 11.2011
  • Conducted market research to evaluate feasibility of business operations.
  • Developed a comprehensive business plan targeting long-term growth potential.
  • Negotiated loan agreements with banking executives to secure funding for the venture.
  • Identified optimal store location and finalized lease agreement with property owner.
  • Managed construction process by purchasing materials using company credit card.
  • Sourced vendors and distributors, obtaining competitive price quotes for merchandise.
  • Ensured inventory accuracy through timely receipt of orders and detailed discrepancy analysis.
  • Designed marketing strategies across print, radio, and television, achieving $400,000 in annual sales with projected 10% growth.

Supervisor, Store Manager

EB Games/ Gamestop
03.2003 - 02.2009
  • Oversaw all store operations, including sales, scheduling, marketing, and inventory management.
  • Developed weekly employee schedules while maintaining payroll within budget constraints.
  • Initiated guerrilla marketing strategies to enhance customer awareness and engagement.
  • Conducted daily inventories using hand scanners, achieving comprehensive weekly assessments.
  • Managed profit and loss accountability, leading to increased year-end bonuses.
  • Delegated shipping and receiving tasks to assistant managers with accountability measures.
  • Maintained accurate employee records and provided counseling for sensitive issues.
  • Executed regulatory interpretations and recommended procedural changes for improved efficiency.

Assistant Store Manager

Ames Dept Store, West
02.2002 - 03.2003
  • Conducted interviews to evaluate candidate suitability for assistant manager positions.
  • Made hiring decisions based on candidate assessments and organizational needs.
  • Onboarded new employees, introducing them to team members and store operations.
  • Trained new hires in sales techniques and customer service best practices.
  • Performed 30, 60, and 90-day performance appraisals for all new employees.
  • Created monthly employee reviews focusing on five key performance metrics.
  • Executed weekly sales analysis reports and adjusted merchandise placement accordingly.
  • Supervised safety inspections and cleanliness of common areas and restrooms.

Store Manager / New Store Opener

The Shoe Dept.
02.1997 - 01.2002
  • Oversaw all store operations, including sales, hiring, training, and inventory management.
  • Conducted candidate interviews and made hiring decisions based on reference checks.
  • Trained employees on product sales, customer service, and proper chemical handling for dyeing shoes.
  • Ensured compliance with OSHA standards by instructing employees on protective equipment usage.
  • Supervised marble flooring care and equipment maintenance for cleanliness throughout the store.
  • Established new stores in New England, managing travel logistics for cost efficiency.
  • Reviewed travel bills for accuracy and submitted travel vouchers to corporate office.
  • Managed daily sales deposits and conducted quality control inspections to maintain standards.

Store Manager

RadioShack
04.1992 - 02.1997
  • Conducted interviews for prospective candidates, evaluating suitability based on predefined criteria.
  • Made hiring decisions and introduced new employees to team members and store operations.
  • Trained new hires in sales techniques and customer service practices to enhance performance.
  • Completed appraisals for new employees at 30, 60, and 90 days to assess progress.
  • Managed monthly employee reviews, focusing on key performance metrics set by Radio Shack.
  • Analyzed weekly sales data, delegating adjustments in merchandise placement as needed.
  • Performed safety inspections and maintained cleanliness standards in all areas, including restrooms.
  • Created staff schedules two weeks in advance, accommodating leave requests based on operational needs.

Quality Auditor/Inspector/mechanic

Gas Turbine Systems
05.1986 - 04.1992
  • Executed comprehensive audits on jet engines to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Conducted quality inspections on disassembled engine parts to assess airworthiness.
  • Performed FPI, MPI, Eddy Current, visual, and dimensional inspections on components.
  • Generated detailed documentation and compiled final reports for customer review.
  • Composed technical plans and documents for inspectors and customers.
  • Collaborated within a team to remove jet engines from wings and evaluate repair procedures.
  • Assessed repair extent and documented necessary actions to meet FAA and FAR airworthiness standards.
  • Serviced internal and external customers with consistently positive feedback.

Journeyman Mechanical Parts Repairer

Tinker AFB
04.1980 - 05.1986
  • Conducted initial inspections of engines and afterburners to determine teardown procedures.
  • Coordinated with shop supervisors to optimize parts flow for rework and engine assembly.
  • Inspected and assessed engine damage, recommending teardown processes and prioritizing build-up tasks.
  • Worked on various engines including F-110, F-101, TF-33, J-57, J-75, and J-79, each requiring specific rework procedures.
  • Utilized tools such as micrometers, vernier calipers, and CORDAX automated measuring devices for inspections.
  • Supervised 20 employees in absence of shop supervisor, assigning tasks to ensure timely completion.
  • Monitored quality through certification in FPI, MPI, Eddy Current, X-ray, and Ultrasonic inspection techniques.
  • Conducted safety inspections in shop area, collaborating with personnel to resolve hazardous issues.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Management,

Western New England College
Springfield, MA
03-1995

No Degree - Management, Computer Programming

Rose State College
Midwest City, OK
01-1985

No Degree - Computer Science, Law enforcement

Seminole Jr. College
Seminole, OK
01-1985

No Degree - Mechanical Parts Repairer

Government Training
Tinker AFB OK
01-1980

Associate of Applied Science - Printer Systems Operator

School of Cryptologic Science
Goodfellow AFB, OH, TX
01-1973

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Accounting software proficiency
  • Data entry and typing
  • Cash handling and deposits
  • Computer programming languages
  • Website design and development
  • Inventory control systems implementation
  • Trip planning software expertise

Certification

WRJ Supervisor Nuts and Bolts Training, 2015WRJ Contract Officer Representative Level 2 (COR) Training, 2015

Timeline

Financial Technician / Agent CashierVeterans

Affairs
10.2017 - 01.2022

Program Support Assistant

White River Junction VAMC
12.2015 - 10.2017

Environmental Services Supervisor

Veterans Administration
06.2012 - 12.2015

Assistant Manager

Sears
08.2011 - 02.2012

Owner

Gorilla Games
11.2009 - 11.2011

Supervisor, Store Manager

EB Games/ Gamestop
03.2003 - 02.2009

Assistant Store Manager

Ames Dept Store, West
02.2002 - 03.2003

Store Manager / New Store Opener

The Shoe Dept.
02.1997 - 01.2002

Store Manager

RadioShack
04.1992 - 02.1997

Quality Auditor/Inspector/mechanic

Gas Turbine Systems
05.1986 - 04.1992

Journeyman Mechanical Parts Repairer

Tinker AFB
04.1980 - 05.1986

Bachelor of Arts - Management,

Western New England College

No Degree - Management, Computer Programming

Rose State College

No Degree - Computer Science, Law enforcement

Seminole Jr. College

No Degree - Mechanical Parts Repairer

Government Training

Associate of Applied Science - Printer Systems Operator

School of Cryptologic Science
Byron A Searle