Daniel Lovett
Gulf Breeze,FL
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at DoD USAF, excelling in employee training and performance evaluation. Proven track record in developing educational programs and implementing process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency. Skilled in logistics coordination and effective communication, fostering collaboration to achieve mission objectives and drive team success.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Force Development Specialist
DoD USAF
07.2011 - 07.2022
- Supervised personnel through effective planning, prioritization, and scheduling to ensure timely task completion.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for personnel across various operational units.
- Coordinated logistics for efficient equipment and resource allocation among multiple departments.
- Analyzed project requirements and prepared detailed documentation for stakeholders' review.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and enhanced overall efficiency.
- Conducted assessments to identify training needs and address performance gaps effectively.
- Engaged end users via surveys and interviews to collect feedback on application experiences.
- Directed base education program with goal-oriented instructional offerings across four learning levels.
Director, Education Services
DoD USAF
07.2008 - 07.2021
- Served as the Installation Education and Training Section Chief (E&TS Chief), providing leadership, direction, and oversight for all section functions.
- Guided delivery of professional educational services, including academic counseling, vocational guidance, and comprehensive testing programs.
- Managed Civilian Training funds (PEC 88751), and Voluntary Education and Training funds (PEC 89732F/84720F), ensuring effective execution of the annual operating budget.
- Exercised full supervisory, personnel management responsibilities, including workload planning, performance oversight, and staff development.
- Represented the Education and Training Section across installation and functional area organizations, fostering collaboration, and advancing mission objectives.
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated training programs for new staff members and ongoing employee development.
- Managed scheduling to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Oversaw inventory management and maintained accurate records of supplies.
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
Human Resources Manager
DoD USAF
01.1989 - 02.2003
- Held supervisory responsibilities for personnel management.
- Coordinated, organized, and supervised the operations of the Officer Accessions Recruiting Flight, consisting of 12 recruiters, and achieved the #1 officer team in the Air Force.
- The representative for the 330th Recruiting Command Squadron, across multiple states and functional areas.
- Developed, defined, and implemented guidelines for personnel programs to ensure that operations aligned with regulatory and financial standards, supported objectives, and mission needs.
- Managed appointments and related authorities on behalf of the Commander for military service and local staff at Air Force installations.
- Developed standard operating procedures for flight operations and safety protocols.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided feedback to team members.
- Implemented training initiatives to enhance skills of junior personnel.
- Developed training programs for new personnel entering the Flight Chief role.
- Managed employee recruitment and onboarding processes for various positions.
Teacher, Aviation Training
Community College Of The Air Force
08.1985 - 08.1995
- Developed training programs for military personnel and civilian staff.
- Delivered instructional materials using advanced teaching techniques and technologies.
- Assessed training needs through surveys and performance evaluations.
- Mentored junior instructors in curriculum development and classroom management.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through participant feedback and assessments.
- Instructed students using a variety of methods such as lectures, demonstrations, role playing exercises and hands-on activities.
- Maintained a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
- Managed administrative tasks associated with running the class including scheduling meetings or events, ordering supplies.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to develop new training initiatives tailored to specific needs of organization.
- Encouraged open dialogue among learners while ensuring all conversations remain professional in nature.
- Researched industry trends in order to stay up-to-date on changes impacting the field of training.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student populations (NATO).
Education
Associate's degree - Personnel Administration
Community College of the Air Force
Montgomery, AL09.1992
Master's degree - Education
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12.1987
Associate's degree - Instructor in Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Montgomery, AL04.1987
Associate's degree - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Montgomery, AL10.1986
Bachelor's degree - Occupational Education
Wayland Baptist University
Plainview, TX09.1986
Skills
- Employee training
- Performance evaluation
- Process improvement
- Logistics coordination
- Educational program development
- Resource management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Personnel management
- Workflow optimization
- Budget management
- Payroll processing
- Inventory oversight
- Operations management
- Verbal and written communication
- Contract management
- Training and mentoring
- Performance management
- Staff discipline
- Process monitoring and improvement
- Public speaking
- Analytical thinking
- Employee motivation
- Policy enforcement
- Project management
- Crisis management
- Written communication
- Time management
- Contract negotiation
- Microsoft proficiency
Certification
- AFJROTC Instructor Certification
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License
- Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) Certification
- Air Force Recruiting School Graduate
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
Timeline
Director, Force Development Specialist
DoD USAF
07.2011 - 07.2022
Director, Education Services
DoD USAF
07.2008 - 07.2021
Human Resources Manager
DoD USAF
01.1989 - 02.2003
Teacher, Aviation Training
Community College Of The Air Force
08.1985 - 08.1995
Associate's degree - Personnel Administration
Community College of the Air Force
Master's degree - Education
University of North Texas
Associate's degree - Instructor in Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Associate's degree - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Community College of the Air Force
Bachelor's degree - Occupational Education
Wayland Baptist University