David M. O’Brien
Personnel Systems Manager
Okinawa,Japan
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate, with a background of managing academic and training programs and managing administrative systems for various agencies. Well-versed in course curriculum and requirements, helping students achieve their academic goals. Strengths include conducting orientation sessions, managing personnel records, and creating academic and on the job training plans. Other strengths include managing a variety administrative systems and software programs, organizing and presenting data, and troubleshooting and resolving system problems in order to maintain maximum productivity.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Personnel Systems Manager
US Federal Employee
Okinawa, Japan
10.2020 - Current
- Serve as systems administrator for Oracle and UNIX based servers and 8 administrative systems used by of civilian and military members.
- Create, compile, and present various reports and rosters for over 60 civilian and military agencies on Kadena Air Base.
- Briefs provisions of personnel programs such as assignments, training and retraining, benefit programs, promotions, retirements, and personnel reliability program, and career progression.
- Manage system access, SharePoint assistance, and system troubleshooting and support for all users.
- Prepare, update, and maintain personnel records, utilizing varying computer systems.
Unit Training Manager
U.S. Federal Employee
Okinawa, Japan
12.2018 - 10.2020
- Responsible for the overall training program for the unit consisting of over 200 personnel.
- Created and delivered new employee onboarding and training sessions, explaining student syllabi, class schedules, required prerequisites, and created an outline to reach academic goals.
- Created and presented weekly reports, tracking education progress and advised supervisors and ways for improvement.
- Coordinated budgets and travel arrangements for domestic and international classes or training events.
- Planned and scheduled classes and reserve designated areas for various events and classes.
- Extensive experience using Google Drive, Microsoft programs, editing software, and other software programs.
- Developed, delivered and evaluated education and training programs.
- Conducted, validated and revised programs and instruction and coordinated user feedback with career field managers.
English Instructor
Language Institute Gaba
Tokyo, Japan
09.2017 - 11.2018
- Planned, prepared, and developed over 650 customized English lessons, fitting the educational needs of the student.
- Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of English language, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports.
Administrative Programing Intern
Teckwah Value Chain Japan Co. Ltd
Tokyo, Japan
09.2016 - 11.2016
- Responsible for creating and proof checking professional briefings for management using a variety of PC programs such as Microsoft Office.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Prepared packages for shipment, pickup and courier services for prompt delivery to customers.
Middle School Tutor /Sports Coach
ASIJ, The American School In Japan
Japan, Japan
10.2013 - 01.2018
- Coordinated with teachers and parents to create an academic plan for success.
- Conducted tutorial services for students to provide academic support in math, science, and English.
- Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence.
- Organized and planned weekly practices for youth sports, ensuring proper methods and safety percussions were followed.
- Responsible for setting up facilities and performing post event duties when hosting sporting events.
Training Manager / Flight Schedule Coordinator
U.S. Navy
Whidbey Island, WA
07.2008 - 07.2013
- Coordinated weekly flight schedules, balancing operational priorities, aircrew training, and managed aircraft and crew availability.
- Acted as first point of contact for any flight schedule changes.
- Assisted internal staff with clerical and administrative needs to maximize mission capabilities.
- Developed a training program, implementing a new process to ensure on-time qualification of student crew members.
- Conducted weekly inventory checks to ensure accountability of classified materials.
- Maintained electronic and written records.
- Created in-depth training manual for job qualification.
Naval Aircrewman - Electronic Systems Operator
U.S. Navy Active Duty
Whidbey Island, WA
07.2008 - 07.2013
- Operated surveillance radar, communication systems and identification equipment. Target Detection systems, Navigation Radar, Surveillance Radar (Radar APS-137 / APS-115), ESM / SEI, IFF, Surveillance Cameras, and Radios.
- Performed proper radio communication to report security threats, such as surface contacts, aircraft threats, and reporting country standoff procedures.
- Performed flight line preflight and postflight requirements.
- Analyzed engineering drawings and schematics to troubleshoot systems and diagnose solutions.
- Completed training in Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW), Anti-Surface Warfare, and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR).
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Communication Studies
Temple University
Japan Campus 01.2014 - 08.2017
Skills
System and Network Administration
undefinedAdditional Information
- Proficient in Microsoft systems, Google Drive, SharePoint, data management programs (Excell), and administrative systems
- U.S. Passport (Currently living in Japan)
- Active Secret Security Clearance
- Awarded Navy Achievement Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and Honorable Discharge
Timeline
Personnel Systems Manager
US Federal Employee
10.2020 - Current
Unit Training Manager
U.S. Federal Employee
12.2018 - 10.2020
English Instructor
Language Institute Gaba
09.2017 - 11.2018
Administrative Programing Intern
Teckwah Value Chain Japan Co. Ltd
09.2016 - 11.2016
Bachelor’s Degree - Communication Studies
Temple University
01.2014 - 08.2017
Middle School Tutor /Sports Coach
ASIJ, The American School In Japan
10.2013 - 01.2018
Naval Aircrewman - Electronic Systems Operator
U.S. Navy Active Duty
07.2008 - 07.2013
Training Manager / Flight Schedule Coordinator
U.S. Navy
07.2008 - 07.2013
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