Hi, I’m
Charles Howell
Explosive Ordnance Disposal
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational communication skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure mid-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
19
years of professional experience
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
USAF
Career Field Accession Manager
02.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Maintained detailed records in compliance with agency standards and regulations.
- Collaborated with multiple departments to meet operational deadlines.
- Performed quality control inspections on phases of field operations.
- Developed and implemented processes and strategies to achieve operational goals.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Tracked key performance indicators and enforced quality control measures.
- Maintained technical knowledge of regulations, industry trends and applicable laws regarding human resources for operation.
- Predicted and resolved operational and training bottlenecks
USAF
Program Manager
07.2020 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
- Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
- Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
- Worked with subject matter experts to develop and implement mentoring programs to promote better learner experiences.
USAF
Supply Manager
09.2016 - 07.2020
Job overview
- Purchased, organized and distributed supplies for maintenance activities and personnel use.
- Analyzed inventory to determine serviceable, unserviceable and salvageable materials and compared items against back stock records to distribute to designated locations.
- Managed and maintained accountability for equipment valued at more than $4 million.
- Forecasted requirements and set reorder points to maintain optimal levels.
- Determined appropriate budget levels and administered expenditures.
- Sourced and expedited materials for emergency operations.
- Forecasted and managed annual operating budget for every location.
USAF
Quality Assurance Manager
05.2014 - 09.2016
Job overview
- Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues and defects.
- Created and maintained quality management systems to align with industry standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement process and system improvements.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive quality assurance plans to monitor product quality and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Conducted process and system audits to identify areas of improvement and enforce compliance with industry standards.
- Monitored staff organization and suggested improvements to daily functionality.
USAF
Master Trainer
05.2010 - 05.2014
Job overview
- Oversaw day-to-day functions of training department.
- Evaluated training needs to improve training quality.
- Assessed staff performance and training effectiveness, capitalizing on opportunities to develop new training programs and improve existing courses.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and teaching aids such as reference materials and videos.
- Hired, trained and oriented 28 new instructors for long-term success.
- Proctored exams and reviewed and sent results to testing headquarters.
USAF
Operations Assistant
05.2006 - 05.2010
Job overview
- Managed day-to-day department operations with effective workflow coordination.
- Assisted operations manager with planning of routine operations and special projects.
- Provided administrative support with accurate document preparation and data entry.
- Collaborated with other departments to foster smooth operation of daily processes.
- Managed and maintained file system covering expenses, reports, and support documentation.
- Developed strategies to streamline operational processes and reduce costs.
USAF
Supply Technician
05.2004 - 05.2006
Job overview
- Verified clerical computations against physical count of stock to adjust errors in computations.
- Supervised healthy inventory systems, monitoring product stock, maintaining receipt files and inputting data into computer spreadsheets for long-term tracking.
- Determined causes of discrepancies to make appropriate adjustments to correct inventory records and documents.
- Reviewed and verified quantities received against bills of lading, contracts and purchase requests.
- Acted as receiving agent in verifying delivered goods, preparing receipts for purchases and generating quarterly transaction reports.
- Monitored and replenished tools and reagents to enable smoother workflows and eliminate delays.
- Coordinated supply orders to meet consumer demand and minimize costs of storing and transporting goods.
Education
Liberty UniversityLynchburg, VA
Master of Science from Criminal Justice-Forensic Psychology
11.2023 - Current
American Public University SystemCharles Town, WV
Bachelor of Arts from Criminal Justice
12.2014 - 12.2019
American Military University SystemCharles Town, WV
Associate of Science from Explosive Ordnance/Bomb Disposal
01.2012 - 08.2014
Skills
- Program Management
- Team Leadership
- Customer Relationship Management
- Government Policy
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Communication
Timeline
Liberty University
Master of Science from Criminal Justice-Forensic Psychology
11.2023 - Current
Career Field Accession Manager
USAF
02.2022 - Current
Program Manager
USAF
07.2020 - 02.2022
Supply Manager
USAF
09.2016 - 07.2020
American Public University System
Bachelor of Arts from Criminal Justice
12.2014 - 12.2019
Quality Assurance Manager
USAF
05.2014 - 09.2016
American Military University System
Associate of Science from Explosive Ordnance/Bomb Disposal
01.2012 - 08.2014
Master Trainer
USAF
05.2010 - 05.2014
Operations Assistant
USAF
05.2006 - 05.2010
Supply Technician
USAF
05.2004 - 05.2006
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