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Charles Sasser

Charles Sasser

Security
Ocoee,Florida

Summary

I am an experienced professional with over 40 years of transferable experience in various fields, including operations, program and project management, training/instruction, liaison, security, and leadership development. I hold an Active DoD Secret Clearance / State Department Secret Clearance and have a strong background in strategy, security, military, and operations consulting. My experience includes working with various military organizations and institutions, providing training, advising, and assisting with institutional education, operational support, security and combat operations. I have also served in senior managerial and leadership roles, overseeing operations, managing personnel, and managing / implementing programs. My ability to work with diverse organizations and institutions demonstrates my adaptability and effectiveness in any environment. Licenses & Certifications FDEM Verified Professional - FL Division of Emergency Management Protective Security Specialist / Personal Protection Specialist Firearms Training [Instructor] Fitness Specialist Compound Risk Assessment, Security and Defense Tactical Medicine Room Entry Tactics and Building Clearing Small Unit Tactics Vehicle Dynamics / Tactical and Technical Driving Tactical Air Operations Certified Safety Professional Security Guard-D/Armed Guard Licensed-G/Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) Communications, Transportation, And Utilities Operations Managers Chief Scheduler / Flight-Information Expediter Certified Master Training / Instructor First Responder / First Aid Flight Operations Manager Operations manager Skills Program Management, Weapons Expert, Personal Security, Training & Development, Operations/ Operations Management, Project Management, National Security Expert, Microsoft Office / Computer Detailed References Steve Michael, Executive Director, UBS Executive Director (previous supervisor) Kansas City, MO

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Military Trainer, Training Manager and Team Lead

Amentum
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Supports the Office of Regional Peace and Security for the Department of State's Bureau of African Affairs.
  • Develops and implements peace and security policies and programs in sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing training and practical lessons for the program training over 9000 Nigerian Army Soldiers, Non-Commissioned Officers along with Junior, Company Grade, Field Grade and General Officers.
  • Responsible for liaison, leading and managing Nigerian Personal Security Detachment provided at teams Hotel.
  • Created Program of Instruction for Patrolling, Weapons Qualifications, Room and Building Clearing Convoy Operations, leadership training, Land Navigation / Map Reading, First Responder, Law of Land Warfare, and Individual Infantry Skills.
  • Conducted classroom instruction on military tactics and regulations.
  • Enforced safety standards in all training activities.
  • Participated in meetings with command personnel to discuss strategies for improvement.
  • Selected and assigned instructors to conduct training.
  • Monitored training costs and prepared budget reports to justify expenditures.
  • Used role playing, lectures and simulations to present information in variety of instructional techniques and formats.
  • Assessed training needs through surveys, interviews with employees or focus groups.

Protective Security Specialist

Acuity
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Coordinated with tactical leaders for all protective operations for State Department functions and meetings outside of the Consulate General (CG) Compound
  • Maintained weapons and associated qualifications for 10-person team and 45 Kurdish PSS
  • Evaluated / reacted to threatening situations and deployed quick reaction teams across the CG
  • Compound
  • Led PSS training and instructing for Kurdish PSS
  • Drove State Department Personnel to functions and meetings around Northern Kurdish Iraq.
  • Conducted security assessments of facilities, identified and evaluated security risks, and developed appropriate countermeasures.
  • Developed and implemented physical security plans for access control systems, alarm systems, surveillance cameras, and other protective devices.
  • Investigated suspicious activities or incidents in order to identify potential threats or vulnerabilities.
  • Maintained records of security-related information such as incident reports, visitor logs, employee background checks.
  • Trained staff on proper handling of hazardous materials and use of personal protective equipment.
  • Assisted in the development of emergency action plans for various types of emergencies.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing all investigations conducted during shift operations.
  • Participated in drills designed for practicing effective responses during critical incidents.
  • Oversaw on-site management of emergency events, coordinated response and addressed physical security needs of employees, buildings, technology and materials.
  • Developed and implemented anti-terrorism policies, administered force protection programs and served as technical authority on anti-terrorism and overall security.
  • Conducted regular staff training on security policies and procedures.
  • Implemented an incident response process to ensure timely resolution of security issues.

Manager of Field Operations & Liaison

VOS Systems
11.2020 - 12.2021
  • Managed, liaised, and deployed contact tracing devices to 99 US Air and Space Force bases to support
  • Department of Defense Pandemic Reaction Protocol.
  • Ensured effective communication between field personnel and corporate office.
  • Monitored inventory levels in the field and coordinated restocking efforts when needed.
  • Provided technical assistance to field personnel as required.
  • Facilitated collaboration between various departments within the organization in order to streamline processes.
  • Engaged with customers onsite in order to gain better insight into their needs and expectations from our services.

Operations Manager

AC Disaster Consulting
Caroli, Florida
11.2020 - 12.2021
  • Responsible for managing emergency response tactical operation activities for incident response sites
  • Developed the operations procedure of the incident response plan
  • Supervised execution of emergency response operations planning
  • Led logistical support.

Senior Manager

SAIC
, Kuwait
12.2019 - 10.2020
  • Served as the Senior Training Manager / Expert for a 17-person team
  • Facilitated unmanned aerial operations and live fire exercises
  • Taught, coached, and mentored military operations and staffing operations to over 6000 Service
  • Members
  • Prepared training and range support missions and oversaw execution for military units.

Project Manager and Liaison Representative

SAIC
07.2018 - 12.2019
  • Supported the Warrior Training Alliance (WTA) Program Management Office (PMO)
  • Established cooperation between SAIC, WTA PMO Sections, and other team members
  • Supported business operations, registration of BD opportunities, and coordination of actions
  • Attended meetings with various program directors and stakeholders
  • Assisted in proposal writing for several contract bids.

Team Lead

Army, NATO at SAIC
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • Trained, advised, and assisted the leadership and instructors of the Afghan Sergeants Major Academy
  • Transitioned their military professional institutional education into a western model
  • Served as a liaison between the National Defense University and Resolute Support Mission (NATO).

Brigade Advisor and Team Lead

Emirate, Knowledge Point
Dubai, UAE
01.2015 - 05.2017
  • Instructed, mentored, and trained Emirate Brigade leadership (500 personnel) and staff on new policies, procedures, and doctrine
  • Collaborated with Brigade Leadership during staff meetings and provided feedback on team productivity / efficiency
  • Prepared the staff to provide operational support to Battalions in combat in Yemen
  • Assisted in designing a new operations center and provided training in military tactics and techniques.

Online College Strategy and Operations Consultant

JTilley Inc
, USA
01.2014 - 12.2014
  • Advised online colleges on creating academic programs for military members
  • Ensured compliance with military tuition assistance rates
  • Counseled management on awarding credit based on military experience
  • Played a key role in creating an online platform for military students worldwide.
  • Conducted research to identify best practices in the industry and develop recommendations accordingly.

Operations Manager and Command Sergeant, Operations Manager

US Army
05.2004 - 03.2014
  • For a 5000-person Brigade, Command Sergeant Major for a 700-person Battalion, aperson Brigade, and a 29,000-person Division
  • Served as the Regional Command East Command Sergeant Major in Afghanistan, overseeing operations and managing personnel across over 135 locations.
  • Provided operational oversight of personnel, equipment, and resources.
  • Conducted performance reviews of subordinates.
  • Directed mission planning operations in support of national security objectives.
  • Monitored progress on major projects to ensure timely completion.
  • Managed budgeting and financial processes related to unit operations.
  • Coordinated logistics requirements for deployment activities.
  • Analyzed data from various sources to identify trends or patterns.
  • Prepared detailed reports on operational status, accomplishments, and issues.
  • Resolved conflicts between personnel or departments as necessary.
  • Trained, coached and mentored military units to improve readiness and abilities.
  • Implemented tactics, procedures and techniques for defense systems.
  • Optimized efforts for military personnel and civilian contractor teams in execution and delivery of command operations.
  • Prepared detailed written reports and formulated policy and guidance for use of subordinate organizations.
  • Executed emergency response security to eliminate hazards and potential dangers.
  • Facilitated patrol operations and led security forces team to support battlefield operations.

Manager, Instructor, Recruiter, Leader

US Army
08.1984 - 05.2004
  • Served in various roles and leadership positions including certified instructor, highly successful recruiter and Observer Controller, Deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Panama
  • Egypt, and Kuwait.
  • Sourced and screened potential candidates for open positions.
  • Conducted in-depth interviews with top candidates to assess skills and fit.
  • Maintained Applicant Tracking System records of all applicants.
  • Organized recruitment activities such as career fairs, campus visits.
  • Built relationships with universities, colleges, alumni associations.
  • Assisted in onboarding of new hires by providing orientation materials and training sessions.
  • Explained job duties, compensation and benefits to potential candidates.
  • Trained and mentored newer recruiters in successful strategies for interviewing and qualifying candidates.
  • Attended career fairs and networking events to help fill openings and build candidate pipeline.
  • Sourced, qualified and conducted screening interviews with job candidates.

Senior Program Manager, HR

Enterprise Training
  • (ETSC)
  • Led a team focusing on, , recruiting, onboarding, compliance, and integrated tracking processes in support of 7 large contract across Afghanistan, Kuwait and Iraq
  • Served as the principal point of contact and manager for 7 large overseas programs with over 700 employees
  • Managed costs, schedule, and performance of projects worth over $8 million
  • Developed executive presentations and reports for SAIC senior executives, Raytheon executives and military Officers (customers).

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A - Business Administration And Management

Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO
06.2017

Associate of Arts (AA) - General Studies

Central Texas College
01.1997

Some College (No Degree) - Organizational Leadership

Leadership Center of Excellence

Some College (No Degree) - National Security Studies

National Defense University
Washington, DC

Some College (No Degree) - Military Science

Air University

Skills

  • Procedure Manual Writing
  • Cost Control and Reduction
  • Program Monitoring and Tracking
  • Budget Administration
  • Virtual Learning Management
  • Lectures and Discussions
  • Course Materials Development
  • Training Method Development
  • Orientation and Onboarding
  • Employee Interviewing
  • Leadership Development
  • Team Exercises
  • Strategic Planning
  • Training Material Development
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Group Instruction
  • Public Speaking
  • Program Design
  • Coaching and Development
  • Motivational Speaking
  • Curriculum Design
  • Relationship Building
  • Operations Management
  • Workforce Management
  • Staff Development
  • Performance Management
  • Expense Tracking
  • Contract Management
  • Key Performance Indicators
  • Time Management
  • Employee Training and Development
  • Cross-Functional Team Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Best Practices Implementation
  • Assessments
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Goal Setting
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Process Improvement
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Project Leadership
  • Performance Assessments
  • Subject Matter Expert
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • MS Office
  • Compliance Requirements
  • Individual Counseling
  • Conflict Mediation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Talent Management
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Performance Evaluation
  • Recruitment and Hiring
  • Training and Development
  • Training and Mentoring
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Project Management
  • Incidents Management
  • Reporting
  • Team Collaboration
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Performance Reporting
  • Report Generation
  • Policies and Procedures Implementation
  • Security Improvements
  • Security Screening
  • Weapons Screening
  • Security Team Leadership
  • Site Visits
  • Daily Status Reports
  • Emergency Response
  • Asset Protection
  • Firearms Training
  • Physical Restraint Training
  • Defensive Driving Training
  • Combat Operations
  • Works Well Under Pressure
  • Offensive Operations
  • Weapons Handling
  • Field Reconnaissance
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Mission Preparation
  • Coordinating Training
  • Weapons Management
  • Report Writing
  • Combat Lifesaver Certification
  • Force Protection
  • Mission Planning
  • Training Expertise
  • Quality Assurance
  • Performance Improvement
  • Administrative Management
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Team leadership and coaching

Work Availability

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Quote

It is never too late to be what you might have been.
George Eliot

Timeline

Military Trainer, Training Manager and Team Lead

Amentum
08.2022 - 08.2023

Protective Security Specialist

Acuity
08.2021 - 08.2022

Manager of Field Operations & Liaison

VOS Systems
11.2020 - 12.2021

Operations Manager

AC Disaster Consulting
11.2020 - 12.2021

Senior Manager

SAIC
12.2019 - 10.2020

Project Manager and Liaison Representative

SAIC
07.2018 - 12.2019

Team Lead

Army, NATO at SAIC
07.2017 - 07.2018

Brigade Advisor and Team Lead

Emirate, Knowledge Point
01.2015 - 05.2017

Online College Strategy and Operations Consultant

JTilley Inc
01.2014 - 12.2014

Operations Manager and Command Sergeant, Operations Manager

US Army
05.2004 - 03.2014

Manager, Instructor, Recruiter, Leader

US Army
08.1984 - 05.2004

Senior Program Manager, HR

Enterprise Training

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A - Business Administration And Management

Colorado Technical University

Associate of Arts (AA) - General Studies

Central Texas College

Some College (No Degree) - Organizational Leadership

Leadership Center of Excellence

Some College (No Degree) - National Security Studies

National Defense University

Some College (No Degree) - Military Science

Air University
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