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Jessica Marie Sevilla

Jessica Marie Sevilla

Lancaster,United States

Summary

Bilingual management professional offering over 20 years of experience managing in multiple union environments. A skilled communicator, able to maintain cultural sensitivity to establish rapport with team members of diverse groups putting people first. Dedicated to the constant success of business, and constantly seeking to reduce costs to improve performance. Maintain strong analytical, planning, and interpersonal/communication skills while constantly seeking a competitive advantage through valuable knowledge, experience, and dedication.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Director of Fleet and Facilities

Antelope Valley School Transportation Agency
Lancaster, United States
05.2023 - Current
  • Currently manage the transportation of more than 6,000 students daily on 88 special needs routes and 41 regular education routes using a fleet of over 200 school buses that covered an annual distance exceeding 3 million miles.
  • Oversee the creation, submission, and execution of grants exceeding $28 million to acquire new Electric School buses and infrastructure in line with California's emissions regulations.
  • Manage federal grant funds while ensuring compliance with regulations and guidance.
  • Ensure accurate reporting of accidents to CHP with inclusion of safety metrics, meeting state and federal regulatory compliance.
  • Champion a mindset of putting safety first.
  • Experienced in analyzing and enhancing requests for proposals, contracts, and agreements such as budgets and scopes of work to assist the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) for three school districts within the City of Lancaster.
  • Ensure adherence to regulatory compliance by monitoring and tracking fleet metrics on maintenance, fuel, and mileage for annual reporting.
  • Adhere to District Policies as well as DOT/FMCSA Federal Regulations and CHP regulations, ensuring adherence to all truck and bus-related codes such as Federal Code of Regulations, Title 49, California Code of Regulations Title 13, and California Code of Regulations Title 27.
  • Conduct analysis of fleet metrics to identify patterns, discrepancies, and forecast future trends.
  • Perform process improvements through conducting Root Cause Analysis.
  • Proficient in ensuring compliance with licensing requirements to maintain safety and security in transportation
  • Work closely with CHP (California Highway Patrol) and designated SRO’s (School Resource Officers) from different districts to swiftly tackle significant incidents like accidents, missing students, and student-related concerns while ensuring accurate documentation for regulatory purposes.
  • Maintained a fully trained workforce by organizing specialized trainings for electric vehicle repairs of various complexities.
  • Experienced in performing database operations and deploying proprietary software for new user implementation. Proficient at identifying data sources, analyzing findings, and effectively presenting information in time-sensitive situations.
  • Managed budget and financial resources, including designing and implementing billing models and submitting financial expenditures for approval to the School Board.
  • Read, understand, and contribute to requests for proposals, contracts, and agreements at an executive level as a CEO delegate.
  • Forecast fleet replacement, disposal, and salvage plans within limited budget resources.
  • Exceptional ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently with a strong focus on project management
  • Develop metrics and identify trends for measuring the efficiency of transportation operations.
  • Monitor vehicle safety standards and inspections in compliance with federal regulations.
  • Investigate and resolved customer complaints related to incidents with company vehicles or personnel.
  • Implement economical transportation measures to drive operational efficiency.
  • Negotiate favorable terms with vendors to ensure cost-effective procurement of new vehicles and spare parts.
  • Exemplify inspirational leadership that promotes trust and transparency both within the organization and with external stakeholders.
  • Actively cultivate a culture emphasizing empowerment and recognition, resulting in improved team performance and reduced absenteeism.
  • Advocated for the Agencies interests at state and federal levels, showcasing its regional impact.
  • Provided strategic guidance to the Board on operational issues, programs and financial status in preparation for anticipated Agency challenges.
  • Represent the Agency and the Board in high-stakes meetings with diverse stakeholders and Teamsters Union.
  • Manage annual budget preparation, financial oversight, and reporting to the Board.
  • Lead selection, training, and development of Agency staff; ensure effective employee relations.
  • Monitor economic, legal, and technological changes impacting Agency operations.
  • Address complex public inquiries and facilitate resolutions.
  • Ensure organizational compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
  • Commitment to public service and Agency values of accountability, inclusiveness, integrity, and transparency.
  • Proactive leader with experience managing large, complex organizations and fostering inclusive workplaces.
  • Strong community engagement and political acumen.
  • Exceptional business acumen and risk management skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills; adept at stakeholder engagement.
  • Proven ability to build impactful cross-sector partnerships.
  • Strong organizational and prioritization skills; meticulous attention to detail.
  • Experienced facilitator adept at consensus-building.
  • Leadership experience in public administration.
  • Familiarity with California regulatory environmental and transportation compliance.

Field Sales Support Systems Engineering Manager

Lockheed Martin
Palmdale, United States
09.2015 - 04.2023
  • Planned, organized, and directed assigned functions and activities of multiple departments
  • Provided management and supervision to department Supervisors and other employees within assigned areas of responsibility
  • Drafts and maintains administrative and operational procedures and job instructions/standard operating procedures for operations and training
  • Coordinated the development and preparation of department budget and exercised management control over departmental expenditures
  • Analyzed departmental procedures and organizational structures in relation to operational needs and develops plans and processes to increase efficiency and cost-effectiveness
  • Prepared departmental reports, recommendations, and studies to evaluate effectiveness of department services recommending corrective action when appropriate
  • Planned, developed, and implemented staff training and morale programs
  • Reviewed and analyzed proposed state and federal legislation for potential impact on department operations and processes while providing recommendations specific to Federal and State requirements
  • Managed sustainment and logistics of all parts for Warfighter aircraft in the Supply warehouse for the U2/F-22/F-35 and X-59 programs in ADP (Advanced Development Programs) Skunk Works
  • Managed unionized direct reports of specialized employees 45 + Indirect/Direct/MIC budgets as a Cost Account Manager for (Multiple warehouses shipping/receiving (X-59, U2, F-22, F-35 programs), domestic and international hazmat shipping
  • Experienced with HR practices, processes, and procedures
  • Experienced in change management and shaping the culture aligning with Full Spectrum Leadership imperatives
  • Experience selecting, managing, developing direct reports/ employees, to fostering an inclusive environment
  • Provide general engineering support for product sustainment activities
  • Defined and promoted technical strategies for long-term product sustainment and implementation of new software tools
  • Lead training and development of staff members to include training improvements of current job instructions and tasking
  • Collected provisioning/reliability data to develop spares/repairs allocations
  • Experienced generating and interpreting Parts Lists, Bill of Materials, Reliability, Manufacturing and Supply Chain data
  • Experienced reading and comprehending blueprints, engineering specifications and drawings, technical data, and planning documents
  • Developed and implement Lean practices to include extensive participation on several SIA projects identifying root cause analysis
  • Presented and participate in Program Reviews, external Customer meetings, and team status meetings
  • Designed, implemented, and trained personnel for the receiving of explosives for the Palmdale site
  • Participated in hydrazine handling site plan planning for storage and handling
  • Reviewed data deliverables and participating in peer reviews
  • Communicated effectively, both horizontally and vertically across the organization
  • Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR and DFAR)
  • Experienced with import/export regulations (ITAR/EAR)
  • Experienced and general interface with Tablue, SAP, QUADS, SFM as well as various other department specific systems
  • Provided status and report metrics and present Tablue data for Leadership review
  • Provided support to the full production life cycle from procurement, engineering, production, quality, and sustainment
  • Managed multiple business units on multiple sites, RCO Warehouse, Shipping/Receiving, Highway Transportation, Factory/Crane Rigging/Aircraft tow, Conservation Sales, Box Shop, Traffic, Tool Crib, Garage, and monitoring of HLG/Wesco (3PL Warehouse and Chemical Contractors) to support all organizations including ADP (Advanced Development Programs) Classified/Unclassified
  • Experienced in the planning and executing of oversize loads movement with CHP (California Highway Patrol) convoy and Pilot truck escorts for various programs and customers at the Skunk Works Facility
  • Monitored operations to ensure that staff members comply with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules, and government regulations
  • Responsible for departmental budget of over $2.5 million, and monitor spending to ensure that expenses are consistent with approved budgets
  • Analyzed expenditures and other financial information with CAM (Cost Account Manager) to develop plans, policies, and budgets for increasing profits and improving services
  • Managed and maintained operations for Hazmat and Explosives program (Palmdale) – 49CFR/AFMAN/IATA/DOT (Shipping/Transport/Global Sustainment/SCM processes)
  • Managed and maintained a fleet of over 500 vehicles
  • Included Government USAF/Non-government – vehicles Commercial/Non-Commercial vehicles (DD1149’s, DD250’s, GBL’s, BOL’s, Courier Letters, and Exemption Letters)
  • Conducted audits regularly to comply with ISO14000/AS9100/Corporate audits/DCMA/ESH/CALOSHA/D.O.T Federal Regulations and Compliance
  • Experienced with strategically planning for departmental and vehicle capital forecast
  • Directed all phases of program support, to as include cost, schedule, and performance
  • Liaisoned between all Support organizations and various Engineering entities and a diverse background of stakeholders.

Director of Transportation

Palmdale School District
Palmdale
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Responsible for the movement of over 10,000 children (75% of the population being special needs) to and from school for the City of Palmdale (29 schools Pre-K through 8th grade serviced)
  • Skilled in Operations Management and responsible for oversight of $5.2 million contract for Palmdale School District
  • Monitor and manage contractor (Student Transportation of America/First Student) consisting of over 200 employees to include management staff, drivers, bus aides, mechanics and administrative staff and school crossing guards
  • Skilled in regulation and compliance. California Education Code, California Vehicle Code, California Administrators Code, DOT/FMCSA Federal Regulations, District Policies and CHP regulations applying to all truck and bus - Federal Code of Regulations, Title 49, California Code of Regulations Title 13, California Code of Regulations Title 27, California Education Code and California Vehicle Code.
  • Monitor contractor adherence and compliance specific to contract agreement. Skilled in safety and security of transportation and passengers
  • Experience managing federal grant funds, including ensuring compliance with federal regulations and guidance (obtained grant to implement innovative solution to gain Wifi on the bus to help kids with gaining more time to do homework)
  • Work in conjunction with CHP (California Highway Patrol) and Districts assigned SRO’s (School Resource Officers) to solve and manage major incidents such as accidents, missing students and major issues involving students (i.e. accidents, fights, runners, seizures, bus stop incidents, and more)
  • Member of the DIRT (Disaster Immediate Response Team) team. Participate in school assemblies and present safety topics and education pertaining to pupil safety on the school bus and emergency evacuation drills. Implemented staff training and development
  • Investigate reports for solution implementation working with various stakeholders
  • Represented the department with the media and the public
  • Strategic assignment and approval of school bus stops and implementing solutions for safety concerns and complaints
  • Skilled in Operations Database Management and Tracking Systems - Versa Trans (Routing and scheduling software) Zonar (GPS/Metrics tracking on school bus fleet) Infinite Campus (Student information database) Infinite Visions (Requisition approvals) TripDirect (System used for tracking and approving fieldtrip expenditures for all schools)
  • Experience interacting with members of the media and the public as related to District transportation department business and operations
  • Skilled in Budget and Financial management to include billing model design and implementation, submitting of financial expenditures through formal processes to School Board for approval
  • Experience reading, understanding, and contributing to requests for proposals, contracts, and agreements, specifically budgets and scopes of work
  • Perform audits and records retention. Procure, manage, and monitor $10 million bus lease contract
  • Forecasting of fleet replacement, disposal, and salvage plan with minimal budget resources available
  • Monitor and track fleet metrics related to maintenance, fuel, and mileage
  • Experience reading, understanding, and contributing to requests for proposals, contracts, and agreements, specifically budgets and scopes of work
  • Implemented morale programs that increased driver retention and reduced absenteeism by 5%

Multi Functional Material and Distribution Manager

Lockeed Martin
Palmdale
01.2013 - 12.2015
  • Planned, organized, and directed assigned functions and activities of multiple departments
  • Provides management and supervision to department Supervisors and other employees within assigned areas of responsibility
  • Drafts and maintains administrative and operational procedures and job instructions for operations and training standard operating procedures
  • Coordinates the development and preparation of department budget and exercises management control over departmental expenditures
  • Analyzes departmental procedures and organizational structures in relation to operational needs and develops plans and processes to increase efficiency and cost-effectiveness
  • Prepares departmental reports, recommendations, and studies to evaluate effectiveness of department services recommending corrective action when appropriate
  • Plans, develops, and implements staff training and morale programs
  • Reviews and analyzes proposed state and federal legislation for potential impact on department operations and processes and provides recommendations specific to Federal and State requirements
  • Managed sustainment and logistics of all parts for Warfighter aircraft in the Supply warehouse for the U2/F-22/F-35 and X-59 programs in ADP (Advanced Development Programs) to include unacknowledged programs for Skunk Works
  • Management of unionized direct reports of specialized employees 60 + Indirect/Direct/MIC (factory/aircraft tow/crane riggers, highway transportation, garage mechanics, administrative personnel/dispatch, warehouse shipping/box shop, global sustainment/traffic, and hazmat shipping) All aspects of the CBA/IAM
  • Experience with HR practices, processes, and procedures to include managing in a union environment
  • Experienced in change management and shaping the culture aligning with Full Spectrum Leadership imperatives
  • Experience selecting, managing, developing direct reports/ employees, and fostering an inclusive environment
  • Provide general engineering support for product sustainment activities
  • Define and promote technical strategies for long-term product sustainment
  • Describe and sponsor cost-effective Product Support and Depot Maintenance strategies
  • Lead training and development of staff members to include training improvements of current job instructions
  • Collect provisioning/reliability data to develop spares/repairs allocations
  • Experience generating and interpreting Parts Lists, Bill of Materials, Reliability, Manufacturing and Supply Chain data
  • Experience reading and comprehending blueprints, engineering specifications and drawings, technical data, and planning documents
  • Develop and implement Lean practices to include extensive participation on several SIA projects identifying root cause analysis
  • Present and participate in Program Reviews, external Customer meetings, and team status meetings
  • Designed, implemented, and trained personnel for the receiving of explosives for the Palmdale site
  • Participated in hydrazine handling site plan planning for storage and handling
  • Reviewing data deliverables and participating in peer reviews
  • Communicate effectively, both horizontally and vertically across the organization
  • Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR and DFAR)
  • Experience with import/export regulations (ITAR/EAR)
  • Experience and general interface with SAP, QUADS, SFM as well as various other department specific systems
  • Provide status and report metrics and present Tablue data for Leadership review
  • Provide support to the full production life cycle from procurement, engineering, production, quality, and sustainment
  • Currently responsible for multiple business units on multiple sites, RCO Warehouse, Shipping/Receiving, Highway Transportation, Factory/Crane Rigging/Aircraft tow, Conservation Sales, Box Shop, Traffic, Tool Crib, Garage, and monitoring of HLG/Wesco (3PL Warehouse and Chemical Contractors) to support all organizations including ADP (Advanced Development Programs) Classified/Unclassified
  • Experience in the planning and executing of oversize loads movement with CHP (California Highway Patrol) convoy and Pilot truck escorts for various programs and customers at the Skunk Works Facility
  • Monitor operations to ensure that staff members comply with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules, and government regulations
  • Responsible for departmental budget of over $2.5 million, and monitor spending to ensure that expenses are consistent with approved budgets
  • Analyze expenditures and other financial information with CAM (Cost Account Manager) to develop plans, policies, and budgets for increasing profits and improving services
  • Managed operations for the Hazmat and Explosives program in Palmdale.
  • Experienced managing compliance related to 49CFR/AFMAN/IATA/DOT/FAA/MARAD/FMCSA/FRA/HAZ- PHMSA regulations.
  • Manage and maintained a fleet of over 500 vehicles
  • Included Government USAF/Non-government – vehicles Commercial/Non-Commercial vehicles (DD1149’s, DD250’s, GBL’s, BOL’s, Courier Letters, and Exemption Letters)
  • Conduct audits regularly to comply with ISO14000/AS9100/Corporate audits/DCMA/ESH/CALOSHA/D.O.T Federal Regulations and Compliance
  • Experience with strategically planning for departmental and vehicle capital forecast
  • Direct all phases of program support, to as include cost, schedule, and performance
  • Liaison between all Support organizations and various Engineering entities and a diverse background of stakeholders.

Owner/Operator

Sevillas Trucking
Littlerock, United States
01.2004 - 01.2015
  • Business Management (Managed a fleet of 7 owned units and brokered/dispatched 30 + units)
  • Experiencing in construction and roadway improvement projects on major freeways and highways within Southern California
  • Truck Driver with extensive experience driving domestically within 48 states operating commercial vehicles
  • Experience hauling temp sensitive loads (specifically produce and food commodities)
  • Direct activities related to dispatching, routing, and tracking transportation vehicles for on time deliveries
  • Plan, organize and manage the work of subordinate staff to ensure that the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational and D.O.T/FMCSA requirements
  • Extensive knowledge of U.S geography and carrier rates
  • Thorough understanding of carrier operations and load optimization
  • In depth understanding of laws and regulations placed on carriers such as logs, inspections, and compliance
  • Trained and supervised new drivers on the use of equipment, logs, D.O.T regulations, defensive driving, U.S geography, and customers' preferences and service
  • Dealt with problem solving and resolution of critical decisions while facing a time sensitive issue
  • Managed compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to commercial transportation.
  • Reported compliance data to State and Federal Regulatory board (accidents, citations, hours of service)
  • Developed operational metrics, to identify trends, gaps, and forecasting
  • 20 years of experience in a regulatory compliance position at safety-focused organizations
  • Technical aptitude with ability to quickly utilize proprietary software
  • Analytical background with the ability to find data sources, analyze findings, and present facts and trends
  • Experience assembling and submitting regulatory reports to regulatory agencies

Education

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Supply Chain and Logistics -

Colorado Technical University
11-2024

Associates in The Art of The Foundation of Business - Business

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
09.2013

Skills

  • CDL Class A with all endorsements
  • Root Cause Analysis / Continuous Improvement / LEAN practices
  • Domestic and International Supply Chain Management
  • Skilled in Audits, Records Retention and Compliance
  • Logistics / Supply Chain Analysis and Operations
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Hazardous Material Handling
  • Regulatory and Compliance Reporting
  • Full Spectrum Leadership
  • Selecting, managing, and developing employees
  • Compliance with administrative policies, safety rules, and regulations
  • Familiar with FAA (Air), FMC/MARAD ( Maritime) FMCSA (Ground), FTA (Public Transit), FRA (Rail), PHMSA (Hazmat), USCG (Coast Guard) regulatory Agencies representing all modes of Transportation

Affiliations

  • WTS Advancing Women in Transportation, Member since 2010
  • OOIDA (Owner-Operator Independent Driver Association), Member since 2008
  • CASTO (California Association of School Transportation Officials) Member since 03/2016
  • CASBO (California Association of School Business Officials) Member since 03/2016
  • LMLA (Lockheed Martin Leadership Association) Member since 2013

Clearance Status

  • Active Secret Government Security Clearance – Active (SAP/SAR) Special Access Program, with ability to obtain Top Secret
  • DOJ (Department of Justice) cleared– Transportation Safety Administration (Live Scan Cleared for Hazmat Transport)

Certificates Of Training

  • Hazmat - 49CFR (Ground Hazmat Transportation)
  • Hazmat – IATA (Hazmat Shipping by Air Transportation)
  • CDL Class A (Commercial Driver’s License) / (All endorsements) Hazmat/Doubles/Triples/Tankers and Passenger Endorsement
  • Air Force Plant 42 Flight line Driver’s License (Plant 10 / Plant 42 Airfield)
  • Explosives Handling and Storage (CFARS Certification with State of California) / L.A County Fire Department
  • Currently enrolled in Pima Community College Autonomous Vehicle Driver and Operations Specialist course

Timeline

Director of Fleet and Facilities

Antelope Valley School Transportation Agency
05.2023 - Current

Director of Transportation

Palmdale School District
01.2016 - 01.2017

Field Sales Support Systems Engineering Manager

Lockheed Martin
09.2015 - 04.2023

Multi Functional Material and Distribution Manager

Lockeed Martin
01.2013 - 12.2015

Owner/Operator

Sevillas Trucking
01.2004 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Supply Chain and Logistics -

Colorado Technical University

Associates in The Art of The Foundation of Business - Business

University of Phoenix

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