Experienced leader, manager and technical supervisor with a proven track record of performance in challenging, dynamic and time-sensitive environments. Extensive military experience and proficient in logistical management, personnel development, and leadership. Successful titles include Senior Enlisted Advisor, Ground Safety Manager, Safety Mishap Investigator, Curriculum Developer, Logistical planner and Formal Schools Instructor.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Motor Transportation Operations Chief
3d Marine Aircraft Wing (3d MAW)
07.2015 - 09.2019
Developed the 3d MAW Transportation Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) that was in accordance with local, state and federal regulations, which was last created January 1997
The SOP established policies, procedures, guidelines, routes and performance expectations for over 15,000 personnel assigned to the 3d MAW
Staffed and monitored the administration of licensing and qualifications of all operators within 3d MAW
Provided guidance and mentored Motor Transportation Chiefs and Motor Transportation Officers within the 3d MAW improving readiness and supportability
Assisted the Operations Officer in planning, conducting, and supervising all motor transport operations and maintenance management requirements
Developed the 3d MAW tactical vehicle recovery schedule, tasking the use of equipment and personnel of subordinate units within 3d MAW located in multiple bases across Arizona and California
Directed and assisted in all 3d MAW units in planning and processing transportation movement requests (TMR) for all commercial and tactical transportation to ensure support to the (4) Marine Aircraft Groups within the 3rd MAW
Resulting in 872 MT missions that included over 38,197 miles, 8,051,131 lbs
Of cargo and movement of 7,493 passengers in the support of sister units
Represented 3d MAW at the Motor Transport Advisory Group held at Quantico Headquarters Marine Corps
Represented 3d MAW in conventions, workshops and conferences as required in regard to Motor Transportation Operations
Inspected subordinate commands Licensing programs, dispatching, maintenance, management and reporting procedures of transportation equipment
Upon inspection, made recommendations on improving readiness
Sourced and manned all Motor Transportation personnel requirements for multiple alternating deployments and exercises
Coordinated with higher headquarters to include HQ Marine Corps program managers and provided amplifying information to 3d MAW to augment the initial operator new equipment training (OPNET) and maintenance equipment training (MNET) of all newly introduced equipment
Coordinated and supervised the training of 72 Marines whom received their Semi-Refuelers Operators license and additional Military Occupational Skill (MOS)
Analyzed and evaluated motor transport capabilities within the Group and provide recommendations and guidance concerning all and any tactical transportation vehicles
Responsible for establishing and certifying transportation on and off base
Guided and advised on the capabilities of heavy and transportation equipment ensuring the recovery of all downed aircraft in accordance of local, Arizona, California, and federal regulations
Trained and supervised Marines and senior enlisted Marines in the day to day operations of the motor pool
The training and supervision consisted of the use of Microsoft and Oracle based software, maintenance, management, preventive maintenance and inventories of 632 tactical vehicles
Supervised maintenance of equipment records, repair orders, required operational forms, and monitored requests along with receipts of tools and parts
Ensured the well-being and personal development of Marines in my charge
Maintained data bases, documents, and spread sheets of procured items, tools, and equipment
Created internal Microsoft Excel spread sheets to track equipment, inventory, and procurement status
Projected spending of quarterly allocated funds in regard to parts, consumables, personnel protective equipment, and tools
Motor Transportation Chief
Camp Hansen, Okinawa Combat Logistics Regiment and 9th Engineer Support BN/MCAS Yuma
07.2012 - 06.2015
Senior Enlisted advisor to the Motor Transport Officer on all doctrinal employment of the Motor Transportation Platoon, planning, conducting and supervising all motor transport operations and maintenance management requirements ensuring the battalions motor transport combat readiness is maximized
Responsible for through supervision of preventative maintenance
Conducted internal investigations for all accidents in accordance with Marine Corps Orders/policies
Coordinated, supervised, and tracked the movement of over 2,050 transportation missions that included over 65,700 miles, 13,200,000 lbs of cargo and movement of 11,850 passengers
Coordinated with higher headquarters to host a local Semitrailer Refueler Operators Course in direct support of the squadron and 3D MAW
Actions led to being awarded Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (4th award), for improving 3d MAW’s readiness
Company 1st Sergeant
MCAS Yuma
01.2011 - 04.2013
Served as the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Company Commander on personnel and administrative matters
Screened and recommended actions related to leave, liberty, proficiency and conduct marks, fitness reports, Non-Judicial Punishments, promotions, and personnel movements
Ensure Marines and Sailors are in compliance with Marines Corps orders, directives, and regulations
Supervised and enforce good order and discipline, facilitate enlisted career progression and retention
Prepared three Marines to receive two meritorious promotions and one Marine of the year recognition
Ensured all Company level Non-Judicial Punishments and two Squadron level NJPs were held in accordance with all Marine Corps regulations
Maintained complete accountability of 181 Marines and associated weapons and optics
Supervised, coordinated, and managed all personnel administrative matters
Actions led to being awarded Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (3rd award), and the Navy and Marine Corps Navy Achievement Medals (4th and 5th award)
Billet Substance Abuse Counseling Officer
School of Infantry, Camp Pendleton
06.2010 - 04.2011
Coordinate and conduct all student/permanent personnel urinalysis for (6) Battalions in the School of Infantry
Screened, tracked and counselled all Marines involved in alcohol related incidents and those attending rehabilitation treatment programs and track and maintain all SACO files/records
Monitored ongoing aftercare treatment programs for personnel that have completed Residential or Outpatient treatment
Maintained and tracked all required paperwork essential for the Legal Section to receive and process all positive urinalysis for disciplinary action and/or involuntary separation IAW MCO P1700.24B and MCO P1900.16F
Constructed a filing/reporting system that ensured all personnel with positive results, or who had substantiated drug/alcohol related incidents were adjudicated and screened for treatment
Responsible for properly coordinating over 42,845 urinalysis specimens on entry level students and permanent personnel
Actions led to being awarded Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (2nd award), for improving the substance abuse program
While serving at the School of Infantry West, as a certified USMC Curriculum Developer, I was a member of the Curriculum Review Board
I reviewed, made recommendations and voted on curriculum for entry base level Marines
Responsible for the reconstruction and improvement of the combat marksmanship ranges, creating/maintaining, and media tools and training aids
Responsible for administering tests, maintaining records and prepared reports within the battalion program of instruction
Established metrics, procedures, and methodology to how entry level students are evaluated and scored during all weapons training and live fire evolutions
While serving as the Weapons Chief Instructor for the Instructor Group, Marine Combat Training, School of Infantry, I was responsible for managing and scheduling the periods of instruction of the (8) instructors under my charge
Trained, developed and employed staff in direct support of the battalion's training companies, in their execution of the battalion training cycle
Assisted in the development of the battalion POI; ensuring it remains timely and relevant in supporting the needs of the operating forces
As the Chief Instructor I was responsible for ensuring that instructors could deliver the curriculum and would provide and after evaluation of their performance
Supervised the largest training section and safely trained thousands of Marines during the most dangerous and dynamic week of the POI
As a USMC Formal School Instructor at the School of Infantry, I instructed and assisted in the training of basic combat skills to entry level Marines to include: Handling automatic weapons, munitions, combat conditioning, land navigation, communications, NBC protection, offensive/defensive tactics and scouting/patrolling
Responsible for the logistical support of all company training to include weapons, communications, transportation, chow, corpsman, and supply issue/recovery
Ensured the proper execution of the commanding officer's intent and compliance with the Bn/SOI SOPs during all training and administrative evolutions
Provided the logistical support for more than 691 entry level Marines over the course of many 29-day cycles
Actions led to being awarded Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, for outstanding service
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Exercise Science
Glendale Community College
Glendale, CA
06-2023
Skills
Leadership
Logistics Management
Training/Instructor
Safety
Budgeting
Material Management
Inspector
Auditing
Maintenance Management
Microsoft Word
Excel
Power Point
Outlook
Filing
Editing
Developing
Prioritizing
Briefing
Scheduling
Training
Planning
Ethical Leadership
Coordinating
Communication
Data Analysis
Conflict Resolution
Adaptability
Teamwork
Decision Making
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Multitasking
Excellent Communication
Attention to Detail
Microsoft Office
Active Listening
Decision-Making
Critical Thinking
Calm Under Pressure
Awards
2 National Defense Service Medals
2 Armed Forces Expeditionary Medals
1 Presidential Unit Citation-Navy
2 Iraq Campaign Medals
1 Navy Unit Commendation Medal
1 NATO ISAF Medal Afghanistan
1 Global War On Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
1 Combat Action Medal
6 Sea Service Deployment Medals
5 Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medals
4 Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals
8 Marine Corps Good Conduct Medals
1 Marine Corps Combat Instructor Ribbon
1 Global War On Terrorism Service Medal
Professionalmilitaryeducation
Lean Six Sigma, Green Belt Course, 03/19
Ground Mishap Investigation/Root Cause Analysis, 03/19
Enlisted Professional Military Leadership Education, 09/18
Intermediate Marine Air Ground Task Force Logistics Operations Course, 06/18
Curriculum Developers Course, 02/09
Formal School Instructor Course, 02/08
Hazardous Communication Standard 29 C, 07/99
NAVOSH Ground Safety Managers Course, 06/99
Hazardous Waste Management, 12/94
General Awareness Level Training US Dept of Transportation, 12/94
Timeline
Motor Transportation Operations Chief
3d Marine Aircraft Wing (3d MAW)
07.2015 - 09.2019
Motor Transportation Chief
Camp Hansen, Okinawa Combat Logistics Regiment and 9th Engineer Support BN/MCAS Yuma