Michael Booth DVM
Veneta,OR
Summary
As a Frontline Supervisor (FLS) with the Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS), I have supervised Agency operations throughout most of the state of Oregon for the past 8.5 years. While the primary goal of the agency is to ensure safe and wholesome food for the consuming public, it was my job to ensure the proper and efficient implementation of Federal Regulations and Agency Directives. I was responsible for setting up weekly staffing and annual leave schedules for 42 employees, training schedules for new hires, and ongoing mandatory trainings for my team members. In addition I ensured regulatory and employee issues were handled at the lowest possible level to facilitate the efficient running of my circuit.
One very important function of the FLS is to act as hiring manager for the circuit. As such I was responsible for ensuring adherence to all pertinent EEO regulations.
During my time as a USDA manager I have provided guidance to employees on the Agency's anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policies. I have also served as a Responding Management Official (RMO) in complaints filed by employees. This involvement coupled with my recent completion of the EEO Investigator training course has equipped me with basic knowledge and skills foundational to serve as an effective EEO Investigator.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Frontline Supervisor
USDA Food Safety Inspection Service
Eugene , OR
2014.03 - 2023.12
- Ensured employee compliance with mandatory annual EEO training and performance as supervisors with regard to current EEO regulations.
- Created and oversaw new employee training schedules to insure success as a federal inspector.
- Set standards with direct reports at the start of each fiscal year. I ensured they did the same with their direct reports. Monitored ongoing job performance and created year end appraisals.
- Managed proper staffing levels by creating weekly schedules for 42 employees working over 94,000 square miles of territory.
- Monitored safety policies and procedures to decrease potential employee injuries.
- Supervised inspection of products prior to shipment to verify suitability for human consumption, accurate labeling, and recordkeeping.
- Responded to employee and industry concerns with empathy and professionalism to remedy issues promptly and effectively
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace
- Confirmed continual compliance with all applicable laws and regulations regarding agency operations
- Developed training plans for new staff members and provided ongoing support to ensure successful implementation of job duties
- Created schedules that optimized workflow while meeting customer needs and expectations
- Reviewed employee performance regularly and set goals to improve efficiency and productivity
- Conducted meetings with team members to discuss progress, challenges, and opportunities for improvement
- During my time as a USDA manager I have provided guidance to employees on the Agency's anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policies. I have also served as a Responding Management Official (RMO) in complaints filed by employees. This involvement coupled with my recent completion of the EEO Investigator training course has equipped me with basic knowledge and skills foundational to serve as an effective EEO Investigator
Supervisory Public Health Veterinarian (SPHV)
USDA FSIS Chicago District
Delphi , IN
2010.07 - 2014.03
- As a SPHV, my primary job was to oversee a crew of 12 inspectors at a very large hog slaughter/processing plant. I gave mandated breaks to inspectors, performed ante-mortem inspection of incoming animals, ensured humane handling regulations were followed, and generally ensured the plant operated with the compliance guidelines of the agency as set out by the Federal Meat Inspection Act, the Poultry Inspection Act, and the Egg Products Inspection Act.
- In addition, I maintained a constant line of communication between the plant management and the Agency by conducting weekly meetings and updating the Public Health Information Service (PHIS).
Veterinary Practitioner
Owner McMinnville Veterinary Hospital
McMinnville , OR
1980.07 - 2010.07
- In my 30 years as a practicing veterinarian, I owned and operated two private practices and served as an associate in two other practices.
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine in small animals.
- Reviewed pet health history, examined animals, conducted tests and prescribed treatments for diagnosed conditions.
- Performed both scheduled and emergent surgeries on small animals and exotic species.
- Led, coached, and developed a team of associate veterinarians in all aspects of patient care and client management.
- Managed medication administration, dispensed prescriptions, and replenished inventory, carefully accounting for controlled substances.
- Developed personal veterinary medicine practice with specialties in preventive care and chronic disease management, and small animal dentistry
Education
Basic EEO History And Methodology
Spectrum EEO
Virtual10.2023
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Colorado State University College
Ft. Collins, Colorado1980-06
Some College (No Degree) - FSIS Overview of The EEO Process September 2022
USDA FSIS Ag-Learn
Virtual Learning Center2022-05
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR1976-06
Skills
- Relationship building and management
- Administrative support
- Training and mentoring
- Team Supervision
- Team Building
- Customer Service
- Complaint Resolution
- Administrative Support
- File Management
- Time Management
- Conflict Management
- Training and Mentoring
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Workflow Management
- Staff Management
- Performance Improvement
Affiliations
- Enjoy hiking and camping, photography and photo editing
- Eagan Warming Center: I provide hospitality to unhoused individuals at temporary overnight warming shelters in Eugene, Oregon during periods of extreme cold, help set up the center with sleeping mats and bedding, prepare and serve, hot food to the clients, ensure safety and provide conflict resolution as necessary.
- Food For Lane County: a non-profit food resource program that collects, sorts, and distributes food to food insecure community members.
Timeline
Frontline Supervisor
USDA Food Safety Inspection Service
2014.03 - 2023.12
Supervisory Public Health Veterinarian (SPHV)
USDA FSIS Chicago District
2010.07 - 2014.03
Veterinary Practitioner
Owner McMinnville Veterinary Hospital
1980.07 - 2010.07
Basic EEO History And Methodology
Spectrum EEO
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Colorado State University College
Some College (No Degree) - FSIS Overview of The EEO Process September 2022
USDA FSIS Ag-Learn
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Oregon State University
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