DERRICK KOSTEFF

• Oversaw daily training for the United States Navy fleet’ wing simulator training. Responsible for over 45 daily instructor pilots (IPs) and three simulator technicians in the area of training and maintenance. Oversaw and implemented over 45 requirements (training and maintenance) with employees in support of the contract and implementation of leadership to facilitate the needs of the government. Monitor IP currency and ensured compliance with the PWS. Forecast IP standardization evaluations to ensure there are no lapses in the PWS. Track usage of all Contract Library items to hours, ensuring the entire contract is maintained according to IP and Administrative staff pay and ensure alignment to the government contract. Collaborated with the PWS as well as the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Collaborated with government leadership to align government requirements and contract standards while engaging staff in the processes. Incorporated interest in the daily needs of the government changes.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to align business goals and drive successful execution of initiatives.
• Led cross-functional teams to plan and implement comprehensive business plans, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Analyzed market trends and competitive landscape to inform strategic decision-making.
• Directed strategic planning initiatives supporting long-range goals, resource alignment, and organizational priorities.
• Developed operating plans, forecasts, and decision briefs for leadership review and execution.
• Directed daily operations to maintain workflow consistency, staffing coverage, and service quality.
• Oversaw process improvements to reduce delays and strengthen operational efficiency.

Point-person for all day-to-day facilities operations for 20 gulf-front, luxury condominium buildings. Managed maintenance of 150 support personnel. Plans and oversee short and long-term facilities projects. Managed and carried out daily functions including emergency procedures, planned preventative maintenance, continuity and security procedures and inspections. Oversaw each building’s maintenance operations and ensured compliance. Drove process refinement of program operations, including communication, roster, and materials that led to a 25% increase in retention.

• Directed daily facility operations, aligning maintenance, housekeeping, and service requests with property standards.
• Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and extend equipment reliability.
• Oversaw maintenance and repairs of building systems, including HVAC and plumbing.
• Enforced OSHA and company safety procedures through inspections, training, and incident follow-up.
• Negotiated with vendors and implemented energy efficiency measures, resulting in significant cost savings for facilities operations.

Managed a team of instructor Pilots (IPs) as well as daily training and resolvedd issues in a timely, clear, fair, and temporary manner. Drove consistent improvement in processes and maintained compliance with ISO 9001. Established and implemented policies and procedures to increase productivity and efficiency in a newly awarded Government contract. Oversaw contract instructor currency to ensure all training events could be conducted. Due to the nature of the contract, there was no lost training events due to instructor currency. Managed instructor pay and aligned it with government and contract requirements. Collaborated with government leadership to ensure all training events were conducted in accordance with the contract and government requirements.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align initiatives with organizational goals, enhancing strategic coherence.
• Analyzed performance data to identify risks, gaps, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Refined reporting workflows to improve accuracy, consistency, and timely leadership visibility.
• Led scenario analyses to support contingency planning and mission readiness decisions.

Ensured accountability for Counterintelligence (CI) issues and policy support for Army Special Operations Command, overseeing 4,000 personnel worldwide. Planned and executed CI operations that included training, analysis, and exploitation of CI persons of interest. Spearheaded a change in analytical focus to counter future, perceived threats for a complex organization with a capital inventory valued over $6B. Created and enforced Standard Operating Procedures to mitigate errors, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure adherence to policies and regulations. Led cross-functional teams to identify and resolve issues and optimize operations. Formulated and executed strategic plans aligning with organizational goals to meet revenue targets. Implemented quality control measures to ensure customer satisfaction and compliance.

• Directed enterprise operations to align Army readiness, resource allocation, and mission execution.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and strengthen organizational efficiency.
• Oversaw budgetary planning and resource prioritization for mission-critical programs.
• Led senior staff collaboration to resolve operational risks and maintain continuity.