Trevor Brinton
Mead,WA
Summary
Accomplished and broadly experienced organizational leader with a proven 26-year service record in the US Air Force. Excels in strategic planning, analysis, and cultivating highly effective organizational culture. Spearheaded modernization and optimization of US Air Force training programs to meet strategic objectives. Leverages cross-functional teams to achieve new integrated effects and increase efficiency. Expert in both interpersonal and strategic communication to resolve conflict, manage change, and foster organizational trust.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Executive
US Air Force Combat Survival School
07.2021 - Current
- Aligned organizational objectives with company mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies.
- Cultivated a culture of innovation by promoting omnidirectional communication and organization trust.
- Spearheaded the modernization and focus of occupational and advanced skills training programs to prepare for future major combat operations.
- Established and directed successful programs focused on extreme environmental operations, captivity survival training, and personnel recovery execution.
- Partnered with the Air Force Special Warfare enterprise to maximize the efficiency of formal training and enhance cross-functional interoperability.
Program Manager
US Special Operations Command - Central
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Leveraged project management processes and tools to define and execute projects.
- Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
- Coached team members on professional development opportunities, contributing to improved overall performance.
- Enhanced project visibility with regular status updates, leading to increased stakeholder engagement.
- Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
Senior Executive
US Air Force Air Commando Training
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Aligned organizational objectives with company mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement by promoting open communication channels for feedback from all levels within the organization.
- Established and directed successful programs focused on [Area].
- Spearheaded development of innovative products, positioning the company as a leader in its industry segment.
Program Manager
US Air Force Special Operations Command
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Leveraged project management processes and tools to define and execute projects.
- Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
- Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential barriers to project success.
Program Manager
Department of Defense - US Southern Command
07.2011 - 07.2016
- Leveraged project management processes and tools to define and execute projects.
- Coached team members on professional development opportunities, contributing to improved overall performance.
- Participated in vendor selection and management process for program initiatives.
- Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
- Leveraged technology tools for enhanced project tracking, reporting, and information sharing among team members.
Supervisor of Operations
Pacific Air Forces - Rescue Squadron
07.2007 - 07.2011
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards in daily operations.
- Managed scheduling and workload distribution, maximizing productivity without overwhelming team members or compromising quality of work.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices in the workplace.
Occupational Instructor
US Air Force Combat Survival School
07.2004 - 07.2007
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Facilitated learning with creation of engaging written and oral assignments.
Instructor Supervisor
US Air Force Survival School
07.2003 - 07.2004
- Supported professional development initiatives for faculty members by facilitating workshops on best practices in education.
- Served as a mentor to new instructors, providing guidance on effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of educational trends through continuous research, conference attendance, and collaboration with colleagues across disciplines.
- Evaluated instructor performance using observation tools and provided targeted feedback for improvement purposes.
Education
Master of Arts - International Relations - Political Science
New England College
Henniker, NH06.2020
Professional Military Education - Chief Leadership Course
Air University
Montgomery, AL06.2021
Professional Military Education - Joint Combined Warfighting School
National Defense University
Washington, DC05.2021
Professional Military Education - Joint Special Operations Senior Enlisted Academy
Joint Special Operations University
Tampa, FL06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland
Global Campus06.2019
Certificate - Clinical Mental Health
University of Maryland
Global Campus06.2018
Associate of Science - Survival Instruction
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL06.2022
Skills
- Process Optimization
- Policy Development
- Talent Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Change Management
- Cross-functional Team Coordination
- Strategic Planning
- Interpersonal Communication
- Strategic Communication
- Data Analysis
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation
- Leveraging Diversity
- Fostering Inclusivity
- Cultivating Innovation
- Enhancing Organizational Trust
Certification
- CPM - Certified Professional Manager
- Certified Occupational Instructor
- Certified Master Parachutist - US Army
- Certified Master Instructor - Air Education & Training Command
- PMP - Project Management Professional
Affiliations
- Founder and Senior Advisor, SERE Association
- Fairchild Air Force Base Chief's Group
- MacDill Air Force Base Chief's Group
- Senior Mentor, Fairchild Air Force Base First Four
- Chief Mentor, Airman Leadership School, Fairchild AFB
Technical Competencies
Software: Microsoft Office Suite
Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows
Timeline
Senior Executive
US Air Force Combat Survival School
07.2021 - Current
Program Manager
US Special Operations Command - Central
07.2019 - 07.2021
Senior Executive
US Air Force Air Commando Training
07.2018 - 07.2019
Program Manager
US Air Force Special Operations Command
07.2016 - 07.2018
Program Manager
Department of Defense - US Southern Command
07.2011 - 07.2016
Supervisor of Operations
Pacific Air Forces - Rescue Squadron
07.2007 - 07.2011
Occupational Instructor
US Air Force Combat Survival School
07.2004 - 07.2007
Instructor Supervisor
US Air Force Survival School
07.2003 - 07.2004
Master of Arts - International Relations - Political Science
New England College
Professional Military Education - Chief Leadership Course
Air University
Professional Military Education - Joint Combined Warfighting School
National Defense University
Professional Military Education - Joint Special Operations Senior Enlisted Academy
Joint Special Operations University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland
Certificate - Clinical Mental Health
University of Maryland
Associate of Science - Survival Instruction
Community College of The Air Force
- CPM - Certified Professional Manager
- Certified Occupational Instructor
- Certified Master Parachutist - US Army
- Certified Master Instructor - Air Education & Training Command
- PMP - Project Management Professional
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