MITCHELL SMITH
Carteret,NJ
Summary
Strong leader with a combined total of 9 years of management in both aviation and emergency service-oriented entities. Exceeds in fast-paced, ever-changing environments. Commodations which are derived from experiences, leave proof of determination and excellence no matter the situation, due to calm problem-solving abilities as well as skills to relate and adapt to co-workers and/or situations. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Terminal Security Duty Manager
Munich Airport NJ LLC
Elizabeth, NJ
07.2023 - Current
- Provided professional solutions and planning to Airport Terminal Security to Mitigate all natural and man-made threats to the safety of its guests, shareholders, and infrastructure
- Specialized in 49 CFR 1542; 1544, enforcement
- Provided Terminal Security Director, his Deputy and Security Operations Management Specialist with assistance in providing Port Authroity with updated SOP's in the Comprehensive Security Plan and Terminal Security Plan
- Assisted in Coaching and Evaluation of the on-site Terminal Security Service Providers Agents
Airside Operations Supervisor
Munich Airport NJ LLC
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Enforce safety compliance of Terminal A's ramp operation
- Routinely check on general ramp surface conditions, including cleanliness, clarity of all paint markings and signs and functionality of infrastructure
- Conduct daily work in close cooperation and coordination with Operations Control
- Center and ramp control situated in the Virtual Apron Control Room
- Ensure immediate reporting of any incidents, accidents, and failures of technical components at Terminal A
Sergeant
Office of Emergency Management
Carteret, NJ
01.2011 - Current
- Mitigate, Plan, Respond, and Recover from all incidents, natural, man-made, or planned
- Conduct training and drills for new members and volunteer cadets which includes first aid, CPR, and light search and rescue
- Attend regular training courses such as search and rescue and chemical and biological awareness including in town emergency drills
- Start up and implement training of the new CERT Program (Community
- Emergency Response Team)
- Meet, discuss, and implement the towns SOP (Standard Operating Procedures)
Fire Fighter Volunteer
01.2018 - Current
- Assist in day-to-day firefighting operations involving search and rescue, fire suppression, motor vehicle extrication, and any other emergency service needs
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
Account Manager
Worldwide Flight Services
01.2023 - 05.2023
- As an account manager for Spirit Airlines on behalf of Worldwide Flight Services, it was my job to construct, as well as enforce all policies and procedures required by both the airline as well as in-company procedures to all management, supervisors, and agents above and below the wing which included 160 plus employees, on all aspects of the operation
- My idea was to build the momentum from the ground up by creating positive work environments with safety competitions, attendance awards, and holiday raffles to employees to build a strong bond between them and leadership
- Responsibilities such as scheduling, customer meetings, and in-advance operational planning for the months and years to follow, are a fragment of my day- to-day activities.
Operations Duty Manager
Worldwide Flight Services
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Managing and coordinating airside operations which included just under two hundred employees for all airlines associated with Worldwide Fight Services
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring, and training of team members
- Responsibilities include compliance with federal and local guidelines for ramp services, constant open communications with airline customers, daily meetings, and reporting, overseeing ramp operations of all supervisors and team members
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Ramp Supervisor
Worldwide Flight Services
12.2019 - 01.2021
- These responsibilities include loading and unloading of the aircraft, with strategic planning and executing in a timely fashion
- Coordinated ground crew activities to complete objectives on schedule
- Evaluated performance, set schedules, and coached ramp agents on work areas.
Special Law Enforcement Officer 1
05.2016 - 12.2019
- Carteret
- Supports Law Enforcement Officers in day-to-day operations, traffic control operations and town events, responsible for the title 39 and borough ordinance enforcement and public place peace keeping situations
- Assisted in emergency road closings during storms, events, and large-scale police operations and investigations
- Assisted in multiple fire and medical calls
- Training of new Special Law Enforcement officers (SLEO 1)
- Supervised crowds at busy events to prevent injuries and property destruction
- Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
Community Volunteer
Medical Reserve Corp
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Medical Reserve Corp supports the community with health and medical based volunteers, identified, screened, and trained to support local agencies with public health activities throughout the year and with preparedness response activities for times of need
- MRC units are vital to the success of response efforts in a statewide or national disaster.
Volunteer
Community, Woodbridge CERT
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Woodbridge CERT was formed out of basic CERT outlines and slowly became an organization specialized in emergency medical, rescue, and security
- Completed CERT basic training course under Woodbridge as Carteret OEM
- Cadet; was recruited into Operations Rescue Bravo Company – Platoon 2 Squad
- Alpha
- Continued training under Woodbridge CERT such as search and rescue, and Fire
- Scene Rehabilitation
- Hands-on Large-Scale training drills in Newark International Airport assisting in rapid live play triage and rescue along with NJEMSTF1
- Participated in large scale training drill of a Parkway accident scenario with two flipped busses and various vehicle collisions
- Participated in multiple Woodbridge town events and emergencies including crowd control and traffic
- Worked with State Police and other counties during emergencies.
Education
Associate of Science - Homeland Security
Middlesex County College
06.2016
High School Diploma - undefined
Carteret High School
Carteret, NJ06.2015
Skills
- Map Reading
- Community Relations
- Terrorism Threat Identification
- Operations Oversight
- High-Pressure Environments
- Multi-Site Operations
- Multi-Unit Operations Management
- First Response Services
- Life and Property Protection
- Resource Allocation
- Time Management
- Staff Management
Certification
- CFR - Certified First Responder
- Airport Certified Employee- Security
- Certified Emergency Manager, Carteret Emergency Management
*Further Certifications and Trainings available upon request*
Timeline
Terminal Security Duty Manager
Munich Airport NJ LLC
07.2023 - Current
Airside Operations Supervisor
Munich Airport NJ LLC
05.2023 - 07.2023
Account Manager
Worldwide Flight Services
01.2023 - 05.2023
Operations Duty Manager
Worldwide Flight Services
01.2021 - 01.2023
Ramp Supervisor
Worldwide Flight Services
12.2019 - 01.2021
Fire Fighter Volunteer
01.2018 - Current
Community Volunteer
Medical Reserve Corp
01.2017 - 01.2019
Special Law Enforcement Officer 1
05.2016 - 12.2019
Volunteer
Community, Woodbridge CERT
01.2012 - 01.2017
Sergeant
Office of Emergency Management
01.2011 - Current
Associate of Science - Homeland Security
Middlesex County College
High School Diploma - undefined
Carteret High School