Michael Thrift
Perry,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Taylor Senior Citizens Center
07.2023 - Current
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
- Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
- Got a twenty five thousand dollar donation from the county
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post Commander
Florida Department Of Veterans Of Foreign Wars
08.2017 - Current
- Coordinated fundraisers
- Resolved members conflicts
- Monitored daily bar operations
- Trained new Officers
- Recruited new members
- Orientated new members about expectations
- Made bank deposits for post
- handled orders
- managed the finances
- Held post meetings
- called for special meetings
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Taylor Correctional Institution
07.2002 - 03.2014
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Supervised 12 employees and performance of tasks and managed 242 offenders.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Responded to emergency situations and provided first aid following facility guidelines.
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Cultivated and maintained climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
- Monitored and confirmed compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Oversaw control center, monitoring inmates, visitors, and employees for signs of suspicious behavior.
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different prison locations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
Marine Corps Recruit
USMC
02.1993 - 03.2002
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize squad efficiency.
- Executed directives from command center with necessary timeliness and efficiency.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of weapons and equipment to preserve operational readiness.
- Coordinated with allied forces to achieve mission objectives.
- Conducted safety briefings for squad members prior to missions.
- Instructed squad members on proper use of weapons and equipment.
- Installed, operated and maintained field communications equipment.
- Analyzed terrain to identify advantageous positions for operations.
- Established defensive positions during hostile engagements.
- Trained new infantry soldiers on standard operating procedures.
- Utilized advanced combat tactics to maintain safety during engagements.
- Monitored and reported enemy activity to command center.
- Applied first aid to squad members at camps and on battlefield.
- Directed reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence on enemy forces.
- Led soldiers through successful engagements with enemy forces.
- Deployed countermeasures to repel enemy assaults.
- Guided night patrols to search for enemy forces.
- Identified enemy targets using advanced surveillance techniques.
- Used modern communication systems to relay orders to squad members.
- Helped restore war-torn areas by contributing to reconstruction operations.
Active Duty Soldier
US Army
10.1984 - 10.1992
- Secured and protected military property, assets, and personnel.
- Coached and mentored new recruits for motivated, high-performing teams.
- Operated and maintained armored vehicles.
- Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
- Risk-assessed environments and implemented appropriate security measures.
- Navigated terrain in hostile and non-hostile conditions, achieving positive outcomes.
- Relayed crucial information and coordinated operations using radio communications equipment.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
- Provided professional reconnaissance and security support during varied operations.
- Responded calmly and professionally to chemical, biological and nuclear threats.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Delivered prompt first aid and medical care to injured personnel, optimizing outcomes.
- Led platoons in high-pressure combat scenarios with successful outcomes.
- Implemented tactics, procedures, and techniques for defense systems.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
- Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
- Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
- Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
- Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
- Gave individual evaluations based on fitness and combat readiness.
- Responded to and assisted in medical emergencies.
- Dealt with inter-company conflicts to remove obstacles to troop readiness.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
- Worked weekends and long hours in deployed locations to complete Mission.
- Oversaw utilities manual records to perform stock control and accounting duties.
- Upheld Army dress and appearance regulations for professional appearance.
- Completed PLDC program upon receipt of Sergeant as part of leadership development.
- Completed ANOC program upon receipt of Staff Sergeant as part of leadership development.
- Rated job performance for 32 subordinates providing timely and effective feedback.
- Operated surveillance radar, communication systems and identification equipment.
- Memorized Infantry policies and led training for company personnel.
- Provided strategic plotting and navigation for warfare areas.
- Managed weapon handling, delivery and shipping systems.
- Responded to reports of irregular activities and notified dispatcher for required emergency units.
- Looked after weapons by scheduling and performing organizational and preventive maintenance.
Education
Certification - Corrections
FDLE
10.2002
High School Diploma -
Mcarthur High School
Hollywood, FL06.1984
Skills
- Team Bonding
- Media Relations
- Client Service
- Resident Satisfaction
- Team Leadership
- Social Work
- Public Speaking
- Third-Party Contracts
- Performance Feedback
- Resident Engagement
- Articulate Communication
- Speech Writing
- Outreach Programs
- Program Leadership
- Fundraising Campaigns
- Corrective Actions
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Executive Leadership
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Leadership and People Development
- Project Oversight
- Board of Directors Support
- People and Culture
- Interdepartmental Partnerships
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Board Oversight
- Build Revenue Streams
- Strategic Partnership
- Expectation Management
- Improving Client Satisfaction
- Operational Efficiency
- Balanced Work Ethic
- Fundraising Coordination
- Media Spokesperson
- Building Trust with Clients
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Approachable and Outgoing
- Consulting
- Staffing
- Management Team Leadership
- Mission and Vision
- Manage Programs
- Assisted Living
Affiliations
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Elk's Lodge
Shrine's
Masons
Disabled American Veterans
- Lions Club
- Kiwana's
Timeline
Executive Director
Taylor Senior Citizens Center
07.2023 - Current
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post Commander
Florida Department Of Veterans Of Foreign Wars
08.2017 - Current
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Taylor Correctional Institution
07.2002 - 03.2014
Marine Corps Recruit
USMC
02.1993 - 03.2002
Active Duty Soldier
US Army
10.1984 - 10.1992
Certification - Corrections
FDLE
High School Diploma -
Mcarthur High School
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