Kayla Valdez
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Adept Emergency Management Specialist with a proven track record at the military base, NAS Oceana Emergency Operation Center, where I spearheaded change management and emergency preparedness initiatives, significantly enhancing team efficiency and community safety. Expert in logistics management and teambuilding, I excel in developing solutions that streamline operations and foster resilience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Operation Specialist
U.S Navy
08.2020 - Current
- Provided training and mentorship to junior staff members, contributing to overall team success.
- Facilitated change management initiatives, guiding teams through periods of transition while maintaining morale and productivity levels.
- Collaborated with various departments to develop integrated solutions addressing organizational challenges
- Developed comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential hazards and prioritize mitigation efforts.
- Reduced recovery time after incidents by establishing and maintaining effective communication channels among stakeholders.
- Designed and delivered targeted emergency management training programs for first responders, increasing their readiness to handle crises effectively.
- Increased public awareness on disaster preparedness through the development of educational materials and outreach activities.
- Monitored weather conditions closely to provide accurate forecasts and early warning notifications for impending natural disasters.
- Improved emergency response time by developing and implementing efficient emergency management plans.
- Streamlined resource allocation during emergencies by creating an efficient incident command system structure.
- Enhanced community preparedness for natural disasters by conducting regular training sessions and drills.
- Facilitated emergency management training for staff and conducted emergency drills.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Homeland Security
Trident University International
Cypress, CAAssociate Of Science - Homeland Security
Trident University International
Cypress, CA01.2023
Skills
Logistics Management
Resource Planning and Scheduling
Training and Development
Self-Motivated
Multitasking Abilities
Dependable and Responsible
First Aid/CPR
Critical Thinking
Teambuilding
[Type] Software Proficiency
Information intake
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Additional Information
Completed FEMA courses
- IS-00029.a: Public Information Officer Awareness
- IS-00075: Military Resources in Emergency Management
- IS-00100.c: Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100
- IS-00200.c: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response ICS-200
- IS-00230.d: Fundamentals of Emergency Management
- IS-00244.b: Developing and Managing Volunteers
- IS-00393.b: Introduction to Hazard Mitigation
- IS-00700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
- IS-00703.b: National Incident Management System Resource Management
- IS-00800.d: National Response Framework, An Introduction
- IS-02200: Basic Emergency Operations Center Functions
- ICS-300 Intermediate Command System For Expanding Incidents
- ICS-400 Advanced Incident Command System For Complex Incidents
Timeline
Operation Specialist
U.S Navy
08.2020 - Current
Bachelor Of Science - Homeland Security
Trident University International
Associate Of Science - Homeland Security
Trident University International