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Professional Military Education
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MICHAEL BUTLER

Cleveland,OH

Summary

Accomplished project management professional and dedicated military veteran, boasting 12+ years of service within the United States Coast Guard. Holds a secret security clearance, showcasing a proven track record in steering cross-functional teams and demonstrating adaptive leadership skills. Proficient in project management training program oversight and possesses an innate talent for swiftly identifying and rectifying issues within complex systems and processes. Contributed significantly to esteemed organizations like NASA Glenn Research Center, where I excelled as a Schedule Analyst under the Aeyon CPSS Contract. I provided invaluable schedule analysis for high-profile projects within the Space Communication and Navigation department. Collaborating closely with stakeholders, I determined project requirements, devised comprehensive work breakdown structures, streamlined project flow, and optimized resource utilization—proficiently utilizing tools like MS Project and OnePager to ensure precise project management and communication.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Scheduler

Aeyon
03.2023 - Current
  • Developed comprehensive program/project schedules using MS Project through logic development and evaluation of logic networks, WBS, and WBS dictionaries.
  • Gathers and inputs status/forecast changes to project schedules. Conducts “what-if” scenario analysis and workaround planning to provide project management with resource and schedule projections.
  • Conducts ongoing project schedule reporting and maintains project schedule archives.
  • Provided schedule analysis for the Space Communication and Navigation department projects. Worked with stakeholders to determine project needs, WBS, project flow, and resource optimization.
  • Accomplished leadership through team-building exercises and mentoring within departments

Critical Controls Project Coordinator

Air Control Products, Inc.
12.2022 - 03.2023
  • Single-handedly built and implemented Salesforce CRM for Critical Controls division to manage over $1 million in sales
  • Performs the role of Salesforce Administrator for the Critical Controls division
  • Provide administrative support to the Critical Controls Sales Team
  • Prepare accurate estimates, bids, submittals, and processes orders as needed
  • Maintain accurate records in INFOR ERP system for all jobs
  • Research proposals, blueprints, and any related documents to perform take-offs which includes, material, costs, and time requirements
  • Maintain project tracking and provide necessary notifications to the Critical Controls Sales Team
  • Keeps accurate records of all customer and prospect accounts
  • Provides detailed reports to management as needed
  • Cross-functionally collaborates with other internal departments for support and to help build the brand.

Project Manager, Training Development Coordinator

U.S. Coast Guard
06.2017 - 12.2022
  • Worked with stakeholders to determine requirements deliverables for training program improvements resulting in increased functionality and training completion
  • Directed employees and supervisors regarding changing COVID-19 conditions/procedures, resulting in no loss of training time or lapse in resource readiness
  • Conducted strategic analysis of parallel, ongoing projects to advise management in decision making, resulting in 100% of projects completed on time and without additional leadership support
  • Monitored career progression of 50+ employees and coordinated their attendance at certification and required training events using Oracle HR software
  • Facilitated training and career progression of 15+ supervisors resulting in full resource utilization/zero down time between training events due to instructor certifications lapses
  • Developed Oracle workflows which resulted in 50% improvement in training process
  • Coordinated with outside organizations to facilitate, plan, and administer training; resulted in 100% completion of on time training 5 years in a row
  • Optimized new employee training guidelines which expedited efficiency by 75% vs prior onboarding procedures
  • Maintained the training management system for over 150 employees resulting in zero late training requirements and passing all audits without re-audit.

Operations Manager, Search and Rescue Response Coordinator

U.S. Coast Guard
08.2013 - 06.2017
  • Managed the administrative needs, personnel issues, and daily task assignment of a staff of 5 employees and collaborated with 3 other departments to support over 25 personnel in program management
  • Delivered strategic and sustainable talent management solutions aligned to the organization's strategies, initiatives, and projects which directly improved the organization's efficiency as recognized by senior leadership
  • Drafted workforce guidance, training materials, and technical documentation in accordance with organizational policy, resulting in improved training adoption and knowledge retention by attendees
  • Led continuous improvement initiatives for the organization by reporting on key performance indicators and people-centered metrics, which improved executive-level awareness of common problems
  • Identified capability and training gaps within the workforce, developed mitigation strategies, and regularly provided technical training to 15+ servicemembers.

Education

Certified Associate in Project Management -

Syracuse University

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology Project Management

Purdue University Global
11.2024

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Training & Development
  • Oracle Peoplesoft
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Suite
  • Customer Service
  • Logistics Management
  • Security Operations
  • Salesforce (Mountaineer Rank)
  • Zoom/Video Conferencing tools
  • Python
  • Linux System Administration

Coursework Skills

  • Performed Linux system administration tasks.
  • Configured Microsoft Azure virtual machine.
  • Tracked tickets in JIRA and developed prioritization for an organization.
  • Built several programs in Python coding language.
  • Explored system vulnerabilities with Kali Linux, Wireshark, and NMAP.
  • Built networking framework for an organization based on CompTIA Linux+ portable command guide.
  • Worked with HTML, JavaScript, and CSS to develop websites for vulnerability testing processes.
  • Built Database's using SSMS and MS Visio.
  • Wrote code for Database using PHP and Javascript.

Professional Military Education

  • Basic and Advanced Personnel and Operations Management Courses
  • Resiliency in the Workforce Course
  • Equal Employment Opportunity Course
  • Sexual Harassment/Assault Response Program Course
  • Leadership & Management School

Military Awards

  • Sailor of the Quarter Q2 2020
  • Coast Guard Achievement Medal
  • Coast Guard Commendation Medal
  • Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal
  • Meritorious Team Commendation Medal
  • Coast Guard Good Conduct Medal
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Global War on Terrorism Medal
  • Armed Forces Service Medal

Timeline

Scheduler

Aeyon
03.2023 - Current

Critical Controls Project Coordinator

Air Control Products, Inc.
12.2022 - 03.2023

Project Manager, Training Development Coordinator

U.S. Coast Guard
06.2017 - 12.2022

Operations Manager, Search and Rescue Response Coordinator

U.S. Coast Guard
08.2013 - 06.2017

Certified Associate in Project Management -

Syracuse University

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology Project Management

Purdue University Global
MICHAEL BUTLER