Michael J. Tito
Charleston,SC
Summary
Enthusiastic and versatile leader eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Experienced Project Manager with an excellent reputation for resolving problems and addressing stakeholder needs. Effective at facilitating communication and personnel management requirements. Motivated to learn, grow and excel.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Management Specialist
City Of Charleston
Charleston, SC
09.2020 - Current
- Built and strengthened relationships with area governments, departments and agencies to manage effective planning and implementation of emergency response strategies.
- Improved realization of organizational objectives by effectively communicating department goals, organizational objectives and industry trends.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Handled day-to-day running of emergency operations, ensuring high levels of productivity and progression.
- Worked closely with key members of city leadership to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Assessed expansion plans and present costs to forecast trends and recommend changes.
- Produced annual budget reports outlining financial data to assist management with making strategic plans and operational decisions.
Staff Assistant to the Mayor of Charleston
City Of Charleston
Charleston, SC
01.2018 - 09.2020
- Worked directly for the Mayor of Charleston, researched issues at the Mayor’s direction.
- Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email or in-person to provide information and directed to desired staff members.
- Prepared documents, reports and presentations for the Mayor and department heads using advanced software proficiencies.
- Tackled special projects with the Chief Innovation Officer and the Mayor’s Senior Advisor on large-scale projects. such as the commissioning of the USS Charleston and the renovation of the Charleston Municipal Golf Course.
- Wrote and edited communications for the Mayor including speeches, talking points, and remarks for use in public and private presentations.
- Transcribed minutes of meetings and executed meetings and events for the executive department, the Mayor's Office and senior management.
- Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
- Delivered clerical support by efficiently handling wide range of routine and special requirements.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
Director of Southeast Operations
K3 MARITIME
Charleston, SC
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Managed daily projects and operations for oil tankers on East Coast and Gulf Coast in partnership with domestic and international suppliers.
- Served as project manager for services at newly landed ports.
- Managed schedule creation, cost estimates, business analysis, and defined scope of work for vendors and contractors.
- Handled imports compliance with NAFTA rules and payments to US Customs and Border Protection.
- Drove operational direction, administrative, and cost efficiency and coordination of security program initiatives on behalf of clients.
- Built strategic relationships with federal, state and local law enforcement agencies.
- Led business initiatives resulting in numerous multi-year contracts.
- Met customer service standards and expectations consistently by effectively communicating and actively listening.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Managed vendor performance to maximize profitability and achieve financial objectives.
Airman
UNITED STATES COAST GUARD
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Managed a team of non-petty officers and monitored navigational aids for coast guard vessel on Intracoastal Waterway and Cape Fear River.
- AST Airman Program, where I assisted in maintaining Jayhawk helicopters.
- Additional Experience City of Charleston’s Quarterly CSI Blue Dot Award Recipient (employee of the quarter).
- Director of Trident United Way and American Red Cross Giving Campaign.
- Raised over $49,000 for the City of Charleston’s annual giving campaign, More than doubling the previous year’s total.
- Assisted regional director in resolving constituent’s cases and collaborated with government agencies on their behalf.
- Attended multiple events with the Senator in which I provided assistance as directed.
Internship Student
United States Senate
Mount Pleasant, SC
- Assisted regional director in resolving constituent’s cases and partnered with government agencies on their behalf.
- Delivered clerical support by efficiently handling wide range of routine and special requirements.
- Answered incoming telephone calls, took down messages and provided information.
Assistant Law Clerk Intern
Ocean County Superior Court
Toms River, NJ
- Internship, Hon. Stephanie M. Wauters, J.S.C,
- Aided with cases and expungements, analyzed charges and made bail recommendations.
- Attended court sessions to record and listen to critical information.
- Assisted attorneys with case organization and administrative tasks.
Education
MBA -
The Citadel
Charleston, SC 09.2019 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC 01.2012 - 01.2014
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Skills
Verbal and written communication
Microsoft Office
Project planning and development
Public Relations
Staff Management
Budgeting
Teambuilding
Analytical reasoning
Accomplishments
- City of Charleston’s Quarterly CSI Blue Dot Award Recipient
- Director of Trident United Way and American Red Cross Giving Campaign. Raised over $49,000 for the City of Charleston’s Annual Giving Campaign, more than doubling the previous year’s total.
City of Charleston’s Quarterly CSI Blue Dot Award Recipient (employee of the quarter).
Customer service employee of the quarter.
Timeline
Emergency Management Specialist
City Of Charleston
09.2020 - Current
MBA -
The Citadel
09.2019 - 12.2021
Staff Assistant to the Mayor of Charleston
City Of Charleston
01.2018 - 09.2020
Director of Southeast Operations
K3 MARITIME
01.2014 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
College of Charleston
01.2012 - 01.2014
Airman
UNITED STATES COAST GUARD
01.2008 - 01.2010
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Assistant Law Clerk Intern
Ocean County Superior Court
Internship Student
United States Senate