Caitlyn Van Dam
Sioux Falls,United States
Summary
Aviation operations professional prepared to excel in high-impact roles within field. Proven track record of managing and optimizing aviation operations to achieve mission objectives. Collaborative team player known for adaptability and consistent delivery of results. Skilled in operational planning, coordination, and resource management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Store Associate
Sherwin Williams
09.2023 - Current
- Provide accurate information about products, prices, and services to customers and contractors
- Built relationships with customers, contractors, and professional painters to encourage repeat business
- Suggest ideas for improving store operations and increasing profits
- Engage customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs
- Work with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets
Architectural Intern
Stone Group Architects
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Used Revit to assist in the completion of overall drawing plans
- Drafted detailed drawings of structures, specifying dimensions and materials needed
- Drafted design objectives and system design documents
- Maintained and organized blueprint files
- Thoroughly researched materials and structures while collaborating with vendors to find solutions
- Prepared building specifications based on local regulations and codes
Operations Chief
United States Marine Corps
01.2014 - 11.2021
- Prepared operational plans and orders and organized visual and instrument flight plans
- Maintained maps, aeronautical charts, and aeronautical published files
- Sustained safety protocol while executing pilot and ground personnel training
- Automated office operations, business group correspondence, acquisition record tracking, and data communications
- Strengthened traceability, developing organization systems for record, report, and agenda distribution
- Mentored team members to succeed and advance within the Marine Corps and the squadron
- Designed training schedules for over 400 Marines
- Liaised with other department chiefs to formulate training requirements, data capture and manage metrics and reporting
- Consulted with senior leaders to develop and execute strategy and provide regular updates to the Operations Officer, Sergeant Major, Executive Officer, and Commanding Officer
- Developed testing and evaluation procedures to drive 100 percent annual training completion to the Marines in the squadron
- Served as the Uniformed Victim Advocate for the squadrons and conducted bi-annual training for the enlisted ranks and officer ranks
Education
Master of Arts - Architecture
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD12.2025
Bachelor's degree - General Studies
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD05.2023
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Documentation and reporting
- Staff support
- Problem-solving acumen
- Patience and empathy demonstration
- Computer literacy fundamentals
- Team leadership
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Goal driven
- Organization
Additional Information
Tau Sigma Delta - Iota Omega Chapter
Certification
Student Veterans of America Leadership Fellow
Uniformed Victim Advocate
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Professional Working
Italian
Elementary
Interests
- Volunteering: I enjoy volunteering for my community as well as the veteran community
- I participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
- Running: I am an avid runner seeking to complete my second half marathon and first marathon
- I have a strong passion for public service It is my goal to start up a Nonprofit organization that will help student veterans with families offset the cost of childcare
Timeline
Store Associate
Sherwin Williams
09.2023 - Current
Architectural Intern
Stone Group Architects
05.2023 - 08.2023
Operations Chief
United States Marine Corps
01.2014 - 11.2021
Bachelor's degree - General Studies
South Dakota State University
Master of Arts - Architecture
South Dakota State University
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