Casey Thomas
Vacaville,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader and strategic planner with extensive experience in high-stakes environments, including a pivotal role as Fire Team Leader with the United States Air Force. Excelled in operational planning and teamwork, significantly enhancing team efficiency and readiness. Skilled in weapons handling and fostering robust team collaboration, consistently achieving mission-critical results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Team Leader
United States Air Force
09.2023 - Current
- Coordinated closely with other emergency services during joint operations, improving overall effectiveness and teamwork.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for team members, resulting in increased skills and knowledge.
- Evaluated team performance and implemented strategies to close gaps in skills or knowledge.
- Coordinated, scheduled and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.
- Prepared and adjusted schedules to cover demand.
- Inspected stations, uniforms and vehicles regularly for signs of maintenance needs or general professionalism.
- Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.
- Assessed scenes, coordinated responses and communicated critical details to superiors through two-way radios.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Established defensive positions to protect against enemy forces.
- Utilized advanced tactics to engage and neutralize enemy combatants.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Trained over multinational partners, contractors and foreign nationals to develop warfighting and defense capabilities.
- Maintained secure communication systems to relay information to and from command teams.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Conducted thorough pre-incident planning, ensuring a swift and effective response to emergency situations.
- Improved team efficiency by implementing streamlined communication and decision-making processes.
- Facilitated strong collaboration between team members through regular meetings, open communication channels, and clear expectations for performance.
- Maintained high level of physical fitness to meet job demands by engaging in regular training activities such as endurance runs or strength training.
- Streamlined incident reporting procedures, facilitating timely submission of accurate data for analysis and recordkeeping purposes.
- Ensured timely response to emergency calls through effective dispatch coordination, routing, and communication with team members.
- Optimized resource allocation by effectively assessing incident priorities and adjusting personnel deployment accordingly.
- Conducted post-incident debriefings to identify areas for improvement and share lessons learned among team members.
Flight Chief
United States Air Force
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Assessed individual skills of team and delegated daily tasks based on strengths.
- Managed professional growth and development of Number enlisted personnel by scheduling training and managing CBT schedules.
- Led cross-functional teams in resolving complex technical issues, improving overall system reliability and performance.
- Led training programs for new recruits, elevating their skills to meet rigorous operational standards.
- Enhanced team cohesion and operational efficiency by leading daily briefings and debriefings.
- Managed crisis situations effectively by utilizing strong decision-making skills and prioritizing safety above all else.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement within the team by encouraging open communication among team members about ideas for process improvements or cost savings.
- Collaborated with other departments to enhance communication, resulting in smoother operations across all areas of the organization.
- Leveraged strong problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges that arose during daily operations without compromising safety or efficiency.
- Evaluated existing processes critically for potential improvements while always keeping an eye on safety regulations adherence.
- Initiated community outreach programs, strengthening relationships between military and local communities.
- Conducted performance evaluations, identifying areas for individual improvement and fostering professional development.
- Coordinated cross-departmental efforts to streamline mission planning, significantly improving mission success rates.
- Established continuous improvement culture, encouraging feedback and innovative ideas from all team members.
- Developed and implemented risk management framework, significantly reducing operational hazards.
- Developed standard operating procedures to streamline processes, enhance safety measures, and improve overall efficiency within the team.
- Streamlined communication channels between flight and ground support teams, ensuring seamless mission execution.
- Fostered culture of excellence, setting high performance standards and leading by example.
- Enhanced global mission capabilities by establishing partnerships with international military units, expanding operational reach and collaboration.
- Coordinated with external agencies such as air traffic control to ensure smooth operations during high-volume periods or emergencies situations.
Area Supervisor
United States Air Force
09.2019 - 02.2021
- Provided ongoing coaching to staff members, promoting skill development and career progression.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, maintaining consistency across all locations.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by mediating discussions that led to mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure workplace, minimizing accidents and incidents.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Maintained open lines of communication between management and staff, facilitating teamwork and collaboration towards shared goals.
- Planned sequence of operations and established schedule.
- Increased customer satisfaction with enhanced staff training and regular performance evaluations.
- Improved team efficiency by streamlining communication and implementing effective task delegation strategies.
- Led team meetings to discuss progress toward goals, address challenges, celebrate successes, and encourage continuous learning experiences among team members.
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to provide feedback and identify areas for improvement, enhancing overall team productivity.
- Determined performance benchmarks and completed ongoing evaluation of employee work.
- Established clear objectives for each reporting period that aligned with company-wide goals.
- Organized employee schedules to meet operational demands while balancing individual needs for work-life balance.
- Identified inefficiencies in existing processes and implemented improvements for increased effectiveness within the department.
- Harmonized efforts of different teams to ensure smooth operations during peak hours and special events.
- Fostered strong relationships with local communities by organizing and participating in charity events.
- Initiated feedback system for employees to voice concerns and suggestions, leading to actionable improvements in operations.
- Tailored training programs to meet unique needs of each team member, boosting overall skill levels.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Developed comprehensive safety protocol, significantly reducing workplace accidents and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Conducted regular training sessions for new hires, ensuring consistent level of service across all locations.
- Enhanced team communication and efficiency by introducing weekly meeting for sharing updates and resolving issues.
- Improved team morale and productivity by implementing monthly recognition program for outstanding performance.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
Base Defense Operations Controller
United States Air Force
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to enhance base security measures and share vital intelligence information.
- Provided regular briefings on current security statuses, trends, and emerging concerns to senior leadership for informed decision-making processes.
- Increased personnel readiness by conducting regular training exercises and evaluations.
- Improved situational awareness by continuously updating threat assessments and disseminating information to appropriate parties.
- Ensured timely responses to emergencies through effective communication and coordination with various departments.
- Implemented strict adherence to safety regulations, minimizing accidents and injuries among personnel during training exercises or real-world operations.
- Assisted in the creation of evacuation plans for non-combatant personnel during crisis situations, prioritizing their safety while maintaining operational effectiveness.
- Continuously updated standard operating procedures to reflect changes in base security requirements and best practices, ensuring a consistently high level of protection.
- Assisted in the development of contingency plans for various emergency scenarios, ensuring preparedness at all times.
- Streamlined emergency response procedures, resulting in faster reaction times during critical situations.
- Developed strong relationships with neighboring military installations through joint training exercises and inter-agency cooperation initiatives for improved regional security efforts.
- Enhanced base security by developing and implementing comprehensive defense plans.
- Maintained a safe environment for base personnel and assets through vigilant monitoring of surveillance systems.
- Managed access control for sensitive areas, ensuring proper authorization was granted before entry.
- Oversaw the installation of new security technology systems, enhancing overall base protection capabilities against evolving threats.
- Mentored junior personnel, fostering a culture of teamwork, dedication, and professionalism within the organization.
- Conducted thorough investigations into security incidents, identifying root causes and implementing preventive measures.
- Reduced potential vulnerabilities by regularly reviewing and updating base defense protocols in line with current threats.
- Evaluated current computer systems and network infrastructures to identify weaknesses and develop countermeasures.
- Responded quickly to crisis situations, balancing operational requirements against public safety to effectively handle dynamic needs.
- Produced detailed and knowledgeable technical reports on command and field activities.
- Assisted with tactical planning by compiling and evaluating important operations and intelligence data.
- Trained personnel in important first response procedures.
- Monitored communications to detect important information related to current and planned military operations.
- Helped implement disaster plans, coordinating teams and resources to swiftly respond to problems.
- Coordinated with local authorities to smoothly manage disaster response.
- Conveyed communication between military personnel at home and war zone bases.
- Developed strategic plans to warn, control and evacuate personnel and general public from critical zones.
- Set up special stations to effectively relay information during periods of unavailable or compromised infrastructure.
Standardization Evaluator
United States Air Force
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism when dealing with sensitive information or challenging situations during the course of an evaluation.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing among colleagues by presenting key insights from completed evaluations at internal meetings.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing evaluation frameworks, identifying areas for improvement or adaptation based on changing circumstances or needs.
- Managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and attention to detail.
- Assisted in developing organizational policies and procedures related to evaluation practices, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Implemented quality control measures that significantly reduced errors in evaluations and reports.
- Streamlined the evaluation process for increased efficiency, leading to faster decisionmaking.
- Established strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication throughout the evaluation process.
- Enhanced evaluation accuracy by implementing advanced data analysis techniques and tools.
- Participated in ongoing professional development activities to stay current on best practices in the field of evaluation.
- Led cross-functional team in conducting impact analyses, which informed strategic adjustments and enhanced project effectiveness.
- Contributed to development of sector-wide evaluation standards, positioning organization as leader in best practices for program assessment.
- Streamlined data collection processes, reducing time required for evaluations and improving data accuracy.
- Advocated for integration of evaluation findings into program design, leading to more effective and responsive initiatives.
- Engaged with external evaluation experts to stay abreast of emerging methodologies and tools, continuously enhancing quality of evaluations.
- Analyzed trends in evaluation data over time, providing strategic insights that guided long-term program direction and policy development.
- Enhanced understanding of program impact by utilizing mixed-methods evaluation approaches, combining quantitative and qualitative data for comprehensive analysis.
- Conducted detailed assessments of program implementations to identify areas for improvement, leading to significant enhancements in process efficiency.
- Developed and implemented new evaluation framework that was adopted across multiple projects, significantly improving consistency and reliability of evaluations.
- Collaborated with project teams to understand their goals and tailor evaluation approaches accordingly, fostering culture of continuous improvement.
- Identified and addressed potential biases in evaluation processes, enhancing fairness and accuracy of assessments.
- Established system for tracking and responding to evaluation recommendations, ensuring that actionable insights were effectively implemented.
- Improved evaluation methodologies by incorporating advanced statistical analysis techniques, which led to more insightful findings.
- Enhanced program credibility by rigorously evaluating project outcomes against predefined benchmarks.
- Trained new evaluators in best practices for data collection and analysis, raising overall quality of evaluation team's output.
- Synthesized complex evaluation findings into actionable recommendations, equipping decision-makers with information needed to optimize program outcomes.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
- Provided feedback to production team regarding product quality.
- Updated quality control records and reports.
- Assisted in developing inspection and testing protocols.
- Utilized quality control software to track and analyze product data.
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Investigated customer complaints to take necessary corrective actions.
Patrolman
United States Air Force
09.2012 - 07.2016
- Detained suspects for investigation, gathering evidence and preparing detailed reports for successful prosecutions.
- Ensured a visible police presence within the community by engaging in foot patrols and interacting with residents.
- Assisted in traffic control during special events and incidents, ensuring smooth flow and public safety.
- Participated in training exercises to enhance professional skills, maintain physical fitness and stay current on departmental policies and procedures.
- Improved community safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency calls.
- Testified in court proceedings as required, presenting clear accounts of cases handled and supporting evidence gathered.
- Assisted motorists experiencing difficulties on roadways, providing aid or coordinating additional resources when necessary.
- Responded swiftly to domestic violence situations providing assistance to victims while handling disputes professionally.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies on joint operations, sharing information for improved results.
- Enforced traffic laws through routine stops, issuing citations or warnings as appropriate based on observed violations.
- Enhanced communication with the public through community policing initiatives and attending neighborhood meetings.
- Performed thorough investigations into reported crimes, collecting critical information and following leads to successful arrests.
- Provided support to victims of crime, offering guidance on available resources and assistance programs.
- Reduced crime rates by collaborating with fellow officers on targeted enforcement operations.
- Participated in community outreach events strengthening the relationship between law enforcement and the public they serve.
- Managed crowd control at public events or protests ensuring public safety while respecting individuals'' rights.
- Mentored new recruits sharing expertise from years of experience resulting in well-trained officers prepared for various scenarios faced while patrolling.
- Conducted sobriety checkpoints reducing instances of drunk driving within the community.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of local laws and regulations, applying them effectively in daily tasks.
- Conducted surveillance operations to monitor suspicious activities, preventing potential criminal acts.
- Investigated incidents and crimes, collected evidence, and recorded witness statements.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Performed rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters by directing traffic and administering emergency medical aid.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Checked vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
Education
None - Criminal Justice
Air University
Hill Air Force Base UtahSkills
- Weapons Handling
- Physical Fitness
- Operational planning
- Technical knowledge
- Surveillance techniques
- Vehicle operation
- Intelligence Gathering
- Terrain analysis
- Teamwork and Loyalty
- Team Leadership
- Radio Communications
- Squad Leadership
- Briefing leadership
- Sound Decision Making
- Assessing risks
- Maintaining equipment
- Identifying hazards
- Safety Protocols
- Communications Equipment
- Tactical Operations
- Troop Development
- Weapons Systems
- Training leadership
- Managing PPE
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Small Arms Weaponry
- Training expertise
- Safety Guidelines
- Land Navigation
- Report Writing
- Equipment management
- Offensive and Defensive Combat Operations
- Technical Guidance
- Automatic Weapons
- Scout Patrols
- Anti-armor Weaponry
- Key Tactics and Techniques
- Storage procedures
- Wilderness Survival
- Warrior Ethos
- Forward Operations
- Reconnaissance
- Camouflage Techniques
- Hand-to-hand combat
- INFOSEC Management
- Drill Marching
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Crew Leadership
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Emergency medical treatment
- Workload prioritization
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Relationship Building
- Team building
- Task Prioritization
- Worker Training
- Safety Management
- Equipment Operation
- Self Motivation
- Crew training
- Interpersonal Skills
- Public Safety
- Analytical Thinking
- Conflict Resolution
- CPR Certified
- Goal Setting
- Risk Assessment
- Professionalism
- Incident Reporting
- Interpersonal Communication
- Operational procedures
- Public Speaking
- Strategic Planning
- Staff Training
- Record-keeping
- Preventive Maintenance
- Time management abilities
- Continuous Improvement
- Adaptability
- Written Communication
Certification
Nuclear Weapon Security
Timeline
Fire Team Leader
United States Air Force
09.2023 - Current
Flight Chief
United States Air Force
09.2021 - 09.2023
Area Supervisor
United States Air Force
09.2019 - 02.2021
Base Defense Operations Controller
United States Air Force
07.2018 - 09.2019
Standardization Evaluator
United States Air Force
07.2016 - 07.2018
Patrolman
United States Air Force
09.2012 - 07.2016
None - Criminal Justice
Air University
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