Evan Conley

• Enhanced flight safety by conducting thorough pre-flight inspections and addressing potential issues.
• Mentored aspiring pilots through hands-on training exercises, providing valuable feedback for skill improvement purposes.
• Improved aircraft performance by consistently monitoring and maintaining aviation systems.
• Developed comprehensive flight plans by analyzing weather patterns and selecting optimal routes.
• Coordinated with air traffic control for safe and timely takeoffs, landings, and en-route navigation.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on industry trends and regulations.

I fulfilled this role during the WVNG's mission to aid state correctional facilities ordered by Gov. Jim Justice. I was responsible for 30-40 soldiers and airmen at the South Central Regional Jail. My duties included managing payroll, scheduling, policy implementation, and adherence to Army policy and the correctional facilities for the duration of the mission for both a day and night shift operation 24/7. A very fast-paced and unique mission set I was privileged to be a part of.

• Oversaw daily operations, ensuring smooth execution of tasks and timely completion of projects.
• Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships among team members and promoting open communication channels.
• Conducted thorough risk assessments for various operational scenarios, ensuring safety and mission success.
• Improved overall unit efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
• Managed allocation of resources, optimizing budgetary planning, and minimizing waste.
• Executed strategic planning initiatives that aligned with overall organizational goals.
• Maintained strict compliance with regulations, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
• Enhanced team performance through consistent coaching and mentorship of junior personnel.
• Handled administrative requirements, maintained records, and submitted operational reports.
• Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.

During this time, I served on two Task Forces. The first of which required that I travel to various businesses and healthcare facilities to instruct owners and staff on safety measures for the pandemic. As well as deliver various supplies to the aforementioned locations. Often at the beginning of the pandemic, it require that we wear hazmat suits and PAPR masks to set up hospitals, most notably Saint Francis located in Charleston, WV.

The second of which I served partly at Facing Hunger Food Bank located in Huntington, WV. I would prepackage boxes of food to deliver to families affected by the pandemic, either health or financially. We would also do large food drives to distribute food to the tri-state areas of West Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky. I was a part of a team that was awarded the WSAZ Hometown Hero Award. The remaining time I spent at a logistics center partly managing the security team in Poca, WV, ensuring the safety of equipment, supplies, and members of the task force. This was a 24/7 operation as shipments of relief both in and out of the facility did not stop after normal work hours.

• Coordinated volunteer efforts during large-scale vaccination events, maximizing efficiency and overall impact on immunization goals.
• Streamlined communication between departments by providing regular updates on pandemic-related developments.
• Established partnerships with local businesses and nonprofits to increase the accessibility of testing sites and vaccine distribution points.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create targeted response plans, addressing specific challenges unique to various communities.
• Aligned COVID-19 Response Assistant activities with overarching public health goals, ensuring maximum impact on community well-being and safety.
• Developed engaging educational materials to inform the public about COVID-19 prevention strategies and guidelines.
• Assisted public health officials with contact tracing efforts for effective containment of the virus spread.