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Mark Hilleren

Duluth,MN

Summary

Highly decorated and experienced Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Superintendent with 10+ years of proven expertise in emergency response, risk assessment, and incident management. Possess a comprehensive understanding of hazard mitigation, preparedness planning, and interagency coordination. Seeking to leverage extensive experience in high-pressure environments to excel as an Emergency Management Specialist.

Professional leader skilled in strategic planning, project management, and operational oversight. Adept at fostering team collaboration, driving results, and adapting to evolving needs. Expertise in resource allocation, safety protocols, and stakeholder communication. Known for reliability, problem-solving abilities, and strong focus on achieving organizational goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Superintendent

Minnesota Air National Guard
05.2013 - Current
  • Led emergency response operations involving explosive threats, coordinating with local, state, and federal agencies to ensure public safety
  • Designed and implemented the unique Advanced EOD Conventional Course (AEODCC) to enhance proficiency in EOD tools and procedures, build leadership skills, and develop an authentic experience to conventional ordnance problems
  • Conducted risk assessments and developed mitigation strategies for potential explosive hazards
  • Developed and implemented emergency preparedness plans, including base defense plans and evacuation procedures
  • Planned and implemented operational risk management procedures, minimizing safety risks and maximizing resource utilization
  • Supervised a 10-member EOD flight, ensuring adherence to Air Force standards for personnel, operations, tactics, and administration including training, scheduling, and performance evaluations
  • Served as Deployment for Training (DFT) Coordinator for three years, managing a $200K annual budget and coordinating training events for 150+ Airmen and 17 flights
  • Developed a CONOP for the DFT Coordinator position, streamlining program management and enhancing training effectiveness
  • Acting Unit Security Manager, ensuring 150+ members maintain security qualifications in accordance with DOD CAF regulations and overseeing the security of classified material
  • Participated in 180+ operational missions supporting local, state, and federal authorities, including the US Secret Service, Department of State, Department of Homeland Security, US Army, and US Coast Guard. Missions included emergency response, VIP protection, range clearance, irregular warfare, and defense support to civil authorities


Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Healthcare Management

University of Minnesota
Duluth, MN
05.2012

Associate's Degree - Explosive Ordnance Disposal

Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL
10.2019

Skills

  • Emergency Response
  • Risk Assessment and Mitigation
  • Hazard Identification and Analysis
  • Preparedness Planning
  • Incident Management
  • Interagency Coordination
  • Team Leadership
  • Budget Management
  • Communication (Written and Verbal)
  • Problem-Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Decision-Making under Pressure

Accomplishments

· Major General George Eugene A. Lupia Award (NCO), 2018

· Air National Guard EOD Master Blaster Award (SNCO), 2023

· 148th Mission Support Group Airmen of the Year, 2023

· Air National Guard EOD Stryzak Award (EOD Flight), 2024

Certification

  • Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA) Certified Instructor
  • Minnesota POST Certified Explosive Safety Instructor (Course # 10391-0002)
  • NAVSCOLEOD (April 2013)
  • Advanced IED Defeat Course (February 2015)
  • Hazmat Operations (2015)
  • Post Blast Investigators Course
  • Home Made Explosives (FBI & Los Alamos National Laboratory)
  • Top Secret Security Clearance

Timeline

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Superintendent

Minnesota Air National Guard
05.2013 - Current

Associate's Degree - Explosive Ordnance Disposal

Community College of the Air Force

Bachelor of Business Administration - Healthcare Management

University of Minnesota
Mark Hilleren