Joshua Dotson
La Vista,NE
Summary
Dynamic Program Manager with extensive experience at USAF, excelling in strategic planning and resource allocation. Proven track record in enhancing process efficiency and mentoring teams, leading to improved project delivery. Adept at budgeting and risk assessment, consistently achieving project goals while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
USAF
Offutt AFB, NE
12.2024 - Current
- Managed program budgets and timelines, ensuring projects stayed on track and within allocated resources.
- Communicated regularly with external partners to ensure alignment of strategies and goals.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing processes, procedures and systems related to the program delivery cycle.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.
- Participated actively in brainstorming sessions focused on improving existing processes or creating innovative approaches for delivering services more efficiently.
- Provided guidance and support to team members in order to achieve targets within defined deadlines.
- Conducted regular meetings with team members to review progress and address any issues or concerns.
- Implemented plans designed for individual's specific needs.
- Oversaw the resolution of issues and challenges impacting program delivery, facilitating problem-solving and decision-making processes.
Project Manager
USAF
Incirlik Ab, Turkey
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and technologies.
- Identified project needs by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
- Submitted project deliverables to clients, consistently adhering to quality standards.
- Conferred with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
- Determined project staffing needs and led resource management.
- Created team objectives and roles with specific goals outlined for each individual.
- Identified needs and coordinated resource allocation to deliver quality standards on time and within budget.
Manager
USAF
Incirlik AB, Turkey
11.2022 - 05.2024
- Conducted performance reviews for team members.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
Manager
USAF
Offutt AFB, NE
12.2019 - 11.2022
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.
- Enhanced team morale and retention through recognition programs and career development opportunities.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback and coaching for team development.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, maintaining a positive brand image.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Led a team of 60 employees, ensuring high productivity and excellent customer service.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
Education
Leadership Development
Non-Commissioned Officer Academy
Keesler AFB02-2018
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL05-2016
Leadership Development
Airman Leadership School
Offutt AFB12-2010
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NESkills
- Program management
- Risk assessment
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Strategic planning
- Problem solving
- Detail-oriented
- Process improvement
- Resource allocation
Timeline
Program Manager
USAF
12.2024 - Current
Project Manager
USAF
05.2024 - 11.2024
Manager
USAF
11.2022 - 05.2024
Manager
USAF
12.2019 - 11.2022
Leadership Development
Non-Commissioned Officer Academy
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Community College of The Air Force
Leadership Development
Airman Leadership School
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Bellevue University