Richard Willett
New Braunfels,United States
Summary
Professional with solid experience in recreation services, equipped to enhance community engagement and activity programs. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring reliable support and seamless cooperation in dynamic environments. Skilled in organizing events, maintaining facilities, and promoting positive, inclusive atmosphere for all participants. Known for effective communication, problem-solving abilities, and results-driven approach.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation Aid
502 Force Support Squadron
06.2022 - Current
- Works with computer programs to complete daily paperwork and process payments and reservations.
- Collaborated with staff to create recreation offerings and facilitated communication about new programs to generate involvement.
- Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
- Lead programs to provide customers instruction on proper equipment usage and safety, ensuring they are well-informed and prepared to prevent accidents and misuse of the equipment.
- Performs a variety of duties and responsibilities in support of the day-to-day operation of Outdoor Recreation programs.
Research Assistant
Texas State University
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Presented research findings at departmental meetings, promoting awareness of current projects within the academic community.
- Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative research methodologies and strategies.
- Synthesized complex information into clear summaries to make findings accessible to diverse audiences.
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
Warehouse Associate
CZ Floors
05.2015 - 05.2016
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers and transportation partners, fostering collaboration and improving overall supply chain efficiency.
- Pull and prepare orders for shipment, delivering the proper paperwork, packaging, and quantity for each order to the required destination in shipping and receiving.
- Receive, verify, stage, and stock incoming material, either independently or as part of a team depending on order size.
- Ensure the warehouse area is cleaned, organized, and that all safety procedures are being followed at all times.
Distribution Warehouse Manager
Millennium Distribution
08.2011 - 05.2015
- Managed relationships with external partners such as suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing disruptions in supply chain operations.
- Developed and maintained cordial relationships with clients, vendors, and stakeholders.
- Communicated regularly with cross-functional teams to improve coordination between departments.
- Ensure accuracy of product for receipt and internal transfer between warehouses.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings in procurement, renegotiating supplier contracts or seeking alternative sources when necessary.
Gunners' Mate
United States Coast Guard
03.1993 - 12.2010
- Utilized Microsoft Office to update and maintain all support agreements and Memorandums; prepare correspondence and maintain a filing system.
- Maintained pertinent publications and directives, recurring reports and filing systems.
- Prepared, reviewed, submitted chargeable and non-chargeable for supplies, equipment and services using the authorized procurement methods.
- Provided training and safety procedures to personnel in the proper use of small arms and ammunition.
- Presented safety briefs and ensured that safety procedures were followed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aquatic Biology
Texas State University
San Marcos, TXSkills
- Cross-Functional Project Coordination
- Advanced Microsoft Office Skills
- Collaborative Communication Skills
- Effective Documentation Techniques
- Coordinated Task Management
- Effective Team Engagement
- Operational Planning in Military Contexts
- Reliable Team Player
Certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association.
- First Aid Certification
- Texas Driver's License
Timeline
Recreation Aid
502 Force Support Squadron
06.2022 - Current
Research Assistant
Texas State University
05.2021 - 08.2021
Warehouse Associate
CZ Floors
05.2015 - 05.2016
Distribution Warehouse Manager
Millennium Distribution
08.2011 - 05.2015
Gunners' Mate
United States Coast Guard
03.1993 - 12.2010
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Heart Association.
- First Aid Certification
- Texas Driver's License
Bachelor of Science - Aquatic Biology
Texas State University
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