Gary Anderson
Fairfax Station,VA
Summary
Experienced Manager with over 41 years of experience leading diverse organizations, often in austere environments.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Management Officer
U.S. Department of State
Conakry, Guinea
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Managed the administrative and management services of the U.S. Embassy, to include the General Services Office, Human Resources Office, Facilities Maintenance [Etc]. Provided direct admin and management services for Department of State and other executive branch agencies to include resident law enforcement offices of Diplomatic Security Service, and the Defense Attache Office.
- Administrative program and support provided to Department of State, executive branch agencies, Special Agent in Charges and their resident law enforcement offices and staff including services such as financial, logistical, housing, transportation, IT, etc]
- Provided technical and administrative supervision over 56 direct hire US government personnel,234 locally employed staff and contract staff.
- Coordinated and administered on behalf of the Ambassador and Deputy Chief of Mission all manpower and staffing programs for executive branch personnel, to include Department of Defense personnel, operating in Guinea under Chief of Mission authority. These duties included all aspects of manpower program management to include diplomatic accreditation, compliance with host nation and local laws, manpower and space planning, funding of positions, etc. Implemented all embassy internal policies on a wide range of topics to include human resources, logistics, etc.
- Managed and prioritized IT initiatives to balance requirements and resources based upon priorities of the Ambassador and Deputy Chief of Mission. Supported Department of State, executive branch agencies and resident law enforcement on a full range embassy and remote unclassified and classified IT requirements. [all info unclass]
- Responsible for directing the storage of unclassified and classified administrative files and materials, to include storage, transportation and custody of unclassified and classified diplomatic material and pouches in accordance with Department of State and Intelligence Community standards and requirements and executive orders. Ensured all centralized embassy records management and retention and decentralized tenant agency records management complied with Department of State, Intelligence Community standards and executive orders.
- Managed $15,000,000.00 annual contracts; $5,000,000.00 supplies at a 5000 square foot controlled storage warehouse; $2,000,000.00 in logistical and transportation budget; 54 fleet of U.S. government owned vehicles; 45 U.S.government leased residential units with an annual lease value of $6,000,000.00.
Management Counselor
U.S. Department of State
Sofia, Bulgaria
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Managed the administrative and management services of the U.S. Embassy, to include the General Services Office, Human Resources Office, Facilities Maintenance [Etc]. Provided direct admin and management services for Department of State and other executive branch agencies to include resident law enforcement offices of Diplomatic Security Service, FBI, U.S. Secret Service, U.S. Border Patrol, U.S. Air Force Office of Special Investigations, the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Defense Attache Office.
- Administrative program and support provided to Department of State, executive branch agencies, Special Agent in Charges and their resident law enforcement offices and staff including services such as financial, logistical, housing, transportation, IT, etc]
- Provided technical and administrative supervision over 93 direct hire US government personnel, 354 locally employed staff and contract staff.
- Coordinated and administered on behalf of the Ambassador and Deputy Chief of Mission all manpower and staffing programs for executive branch personnel, to include Department of Defense personnel, operating in Bulgaria under Chief of Mission authority. These duties included all aspects of manpower program management to include diplomatic accreditation, compliance with host nation and local laws, manpower and space planning, funding of positions, etc. Implemented all embassy internal policies on a wide range of topics to include human resources, logistics, etc.
- Managed and prioritized IT initiatives to balance requirements and resources based upon priorities of the Ambassador and Deputy Chief of Mission. Supported Department of State, executive branch agencies and resident law enforcement on a full range embassy and remote unclassified and classified IT requirements. [all info unclass]
- Responsible for directing the storage of unclassified and classified administrative files and materials, to include storage, transportation and custody of unclassified and classified diplomatic material and pouches in accordance with Department of State and Intelligence Community standards and requirements and executive orders. Ensured all centralized embassy records management and retention and decentralized tenant agency records management complied with Department of State, Intelligence Community standards and executive orders.
- Managed $20 million annual contracts; $2.5 million in supplies at a 5000 square foot controlled storage warehouse; $1.5 million in logistical and transportation budget; 64 fleet of U.S. government owned vehicles; 41of U.S. government owned residential units with total property values of $12.5 million and 49 U.S. government leased residential units with an annual lease value of $17.5 million. Successfully executed the $3.5 million purchase of the Embassy's new Chief of Mission residence and completed a $3.7 million renovation project. Executed the $6.54 million sale of the previous Chief of Mission residence, designated a historical property by the City of Sofia. During COVID, directed 2800 U.S. government support flights to multiple global locations in support of State Department and executive branch operations, to include complex air and overland delivery operations of emergency COVID vaccinations for U.S. personnel stationed overseas.
Management Counselor
U.S. Department of State
Astana, Kazahkstan
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Managed the administrative and management services of the U.S. Embassy, to include the General Services Office, Human Resources Office, Facilities Maintenance [Etc]. Provided direct admin and management services for Department of State and other executive branch agencies to include resident law enforcement offices of Diplomatic Security Service, FBI, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and the Defense Attache Office.
- Administrative program and support provided to Department of State, executive branch agencies, Special Agent in Charges and their resident law enforcement offices and staff including services such as financial, logistical, housing, transportation, IT, etc]
- Provided technical and administrative supervision over 125 direct hire US government personnel,575 locally employed staff and contract staff.
- Coordinated and administered on behalf of the Ambassador and Deputy Chief of Mission all manpower and staffing programs for executive branch personnel, to include Department of Defense personnel, operating in Kazahkstan under Chief of Mission authority. These duties included all aspects of manpower program management to include diplomatic accreditation, compliance with host nation and local laws, manpower and space planning, funding of positions, etc. Implemented all embassy internal policies on a wide range of topics to include human resources, logistics, etc.
- Managed and prioritized IT initiatives to balance requirements and resources based upon priorities of the Ambassador and Deputy Chief of Mission. Supported Department of State, executive branch agencies and resident law enforcement on a full range embassy and remote unclassified and classified IT requirements. [all info unclass]
- Responsible for directing the storage of unclassified and classified administrative files and materials, to include storage, transportation and custody of unclassified and classified diplomatic material and pouches in accordance with Department of State and Intelligence Community standards and requirements and executive orders. Ensured all centralized embassy records management and retention and decentralized tenant agency records management complied with Department of State, Intelligence Community standards and executive orders.
- Managed $25 million in annual contracts; $3.0 million supplies at a 7000 square foot controlled storage warehouse; $2.5 million in logistical and transportation budget; 95 fleet of U.S. government owned vehicles; 45 of U.S. government owned residential units with total property values of $25 million and 70 U.S. government leased residential units with an annual lease value of $38 million.
Management Counselor
U.S. Department of State
Bagdad, Iraq
06.2014 - 06.2015
Kazakhstan for executive branch personnel, to include Department of Defense personnel, operating in Iraq under Chief of Mission authority. These duties included all aspects of manpower program management to include diplomatic accreditation, compliance with host nation and local laws, manpower and space planning, funding of positions, etc. Implemented all embassy internal policies on a wide range of topics to include human resources, logistics, etc.
Managed and prioritized IT initiatives to balance requirements and resources based upon priorities of the Ambassador and Deputy Chief of Mission. Supported Department of State, executive branch agencies and resident law enforcement on a full range embassy and remote unclassified and classified IT requirements. [all info unclass]
Responsible for directing the storage of unclassified and classified administrative files and materials, to include storage, transportation and custody of unclassified and classified diplomatic material and pouches in accordance with Department of State and Intelligence Community standards and requirements and executive orders. Ensured all centralized embassy records management and retention and decentralized tenant agency records management complied with Department of State, Intelligence Community standards and executive orders.
Managed $1 Billion in annual contracts; $250 Million in supplies at a 20,000 square foot controlled storage warehouse; $50 Million in logistical and transportation budget;1000 fleet of U.S. government owned veU.S.governmentU.S.government owned residential units with total property values of $250 million.
Coordinated the support operation for the return of U.S. Military forces to Iraq.
Director of Operations, Iraq Support Unit
U.S. Department of State
Amman, Jordan
09.2012 - 06.2014
- Directed the off-shore support for all diplomatic sites in Iraq and later Afghanistan; including human and financial management, logistics, and regional airline operations.
- Operated the Embassy Air Iraq Regional Hub at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman Jordan.
- Managed 50 million dollar travel budget and
- Coordinated the evacuation of 3000 USG employees, family members and contractors during the ISIS assault on Baghdad.
- Assessed and evaluated business procedures and implemented structure to improve day-to-day operations.
- Communicated clear and consistent messages regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.
- Enhanced customer service and satisfaction through policy and procedural changes.
- Contributed to organizational strategic direction to improve products and services.
- Organized and oversaw work schedules of departmental managers.
- Planned delivery routing, team workflows, and flight schedules.
General Services Officer
U.S. Department of State
Baghdad, Iraq
07.2010 - 07.2011
- Coordinated and administered on behalf of the Ambassador and Deputy Chief of Mission all logistics programs for executive branch personnel, to include Department of Defense personnel, operating in Iraq under Chief of Mission authority. Implemented all embassy internal policies on a wide range of topics to include logistics, etc.
- Managed $150,000,000.00 annual contracts; $25,000,000.00 supplies at a 20,000 square foot controlled storage warehouse; $50,000,000.00 logistical and transportation budget;500 fleet of U.S. government owned vehicles; 1000 U.S. government owned residential units with total property values of $300,000.000.00.
- Coordinated the maintenance of office equipment and supplies, ensuring that all necessary items were available for staff use.
- Ensured the smooth running of day-to-day operations in the office by providing administrative support to colleagues.
- Organized travel arrangements for employees, including flights, hotels, transportation and other related activities.
- Maintained filing systems both electronic and hard copy in accordance with established procedures.
U.S. Marine
U.S. Marine Corps
Oceanside, CA
10.1976 - 07.1995
- Embarkation and Logistics Specialist over 18 years, rising to the rank of Gunnery Sergeant.
- Served in combat operations in Lebanon, Panama, Gulf War, and Somalia.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - American History
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK12.1997
Skills
- Human Resources Management
- Budgeting and Finance
- Contracting Officer
- Contracting Officer Representative
- Organizational Development
- Reporting and Documentation
- Strategic Planning
Languages
Russian
Professional
Bulgarian
Limited
Accomplishments
- Recipient of numerous U.S. Department of State Superior and Meritorious Honor Awards
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Management Officer
U.S. Department of State
09.2022 - 11.2023
Management Counselor
U.S. Department of State
07.2019 - 08.2022
Management Counselor
U.S. Department of State
08.2016 - 07.2018
Management Counselor
U.S. Department of State
06.2014 - 06.2015
Director of Operations, Iraq Support Unit
U.S. Department of State
09.2012 - 06.2014
General Services Officer
U.S. Department of State
07.2010 - 07.2011
U.S. Marine
U.S. Marine Corps
10.1976 - 07.1995
Bachelor of Arts - American History
University of Oklahoma
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