Matthew Podruchny
Herndon,VA
Summary
Experienced operations leader with a strong background in air operations, contingency coordination, and report analysis. Proven ability to manage 24/7 mission support, align DoD and interagency partners, and maintain continuity in complex operational environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Contingency Coordination Center Watch Officer
U.S. Army
Herndon, Virginia
11.2024 - Current
- Serves as National Capital Region Contingency Coordination Center (CCC) watch officer for Joint Task Force National Capital Region.
- Coordinated air operations for classified programs ensuring continuity of government and operations for key officials, including President and Vice President.
- Collaborated with 20+ Department of Defense and Interagency partners to ensure continuous operational coverage.
- Collected, analyzed, and distributed critical reports and information to facilitate aviation and ground contingency operations.
Equal Opportunity Advisor
U.S Army
Fort Rucker, Alabama
11.2020 - 10.2024
- Trained commanders, leaders, and personnel on program policies and procedures, fostering awareness of issues affecting EO climate and unit readiness.
- Supported commanders in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating EO programs and command climate, enhancing understanding through formal surveys, interviews, and focus groups.
- Assisted commanders with EO climate assessments, identifying unhealthy climates and recommending actionable improvement strategies.
- Provided policy and procedural guidance to commanders on Army EO program issues affecting command climate.
Operations Non-Commissioned Officer
U.S. Army
Camp Humphreys, Korea
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Led air operations within Current Operations Integration Cell (COIC) while serving as NCOIC for C3 Air section.
- Scheduled, prepared, and coordinated Soldier training for flight operations, CPOF, TAIS, and Shadow systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Processed 500+ AMRs, facilitating movement of 1,000+ personnel and 20 tons of equipment to support mission objectives.
Battalion Operations Sergeant
U.S. Army
Fort Eustis, Virginia
11.2016 - 06.2019
- Coordinated scheduling, preparation, and execution of training for Army Aviation Maintenance AIT battalion of 1,500 personnel, ensuring comprehensive readiness.
- Assisted battalion S3 OIC in developing and tracking training plans, enhancing daily operational coordination.
- Ensured serviceability and accountability for training aids, equipment, and training sites, safeguarding assets valued over $120,000 annually.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Strayer University
Chesapeake, VA05-2007
Skills
- Contingency planning
- Air operations
- Aviation contingency planning
- Joint operations
- Operations oversight
- Situational awareness
- Report analysis
- Interagency teamwork
- Team collaboration
- Information security
Timeline
Contingency Coordination Center Watch Officer
U.S. Army
11.2024 - Current
Equal Opportunity Advisor
U.S Army
11.2020 - 10.2024
Operations Non-Commissioned Officer
U.S. Army
07.2019 - 07.2020
Battalion Operations Sergeant
U.S. Army
11.2016 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Strayer University