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William Klein

William Klein

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Experienced U.S. Coast Guard veteran with 30 years of leadership and mechanical/safety equipment maintenance and repair experience. Strong in overseeing logistics and administration of mechanical equipment/facilities. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Command Master Chief

U.S. Coast Guard Sector Jacksonville FL
01.2022 - Current
  • Advisor to Senior Leadership on all personnel matters in the region
  • Career Counselor for 900 personnel in northeast Florida
  • Oversaw Work life programs that support all personnel and their families
  • Facilitates training for all Coast Guard Human Relation Programs in the region
  • Liaison and Advisor to Local, State, and Federal elected officials

Command Master Chief

U.S. Coast Guard Base Charleston SC
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Advisor to Senior Leadership on all personnel matters in the region
  • Career Counselor for 1000 personnel in the region
  • Continually managed over 100 transient personnel from 10 separate commands
  • Oversaw Work life programs that support all personnel and their families
  • Advisor on personnel requirement for a $150 billion dollar construction project to modernize the facilities
  • Facilitates training for all Coast Guard Human Relation Programs
  • Liaison and Advisor to Local, State, and Federal elected officials

Chauffeur Driver

SC Express Chauffeured Transportation Charleston SC
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Direct interaction with the customer
  • Driving 15-person passenger vans to sedans
  • Updated logs and tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing punctual, reliable transportation services and maintaining a professional demeanor.

Command Master Chief

U.S. Coast Guard Sector Upper Mississippi River St Louis, MO
01.2015 - 01.2019

Advisor to Senior Leadership in a 11-state region

  • Career Counselor for 1000 personnel in the region
  • Oversaw Work life programs that support all personnel and their families
  • Facilitates training for all Coast Guard Human Relation Programs
  • Liaison and Advisor to Local, State, and Federal elected officials

Command Senior Chief/Engineer Administration Department Head

U.S. Coast Guard Maritime Security Safety Team Boston
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Managed the maintenance of 6 response boats and trailers, 4 support trailers, and a fleet of 14 vehicles
  • Managed a 10-member maintenance team
  • Managed a 6-member remote operated semi-submersible vehicle used for safety and security of the public and Coast Guard personnel during high profile and DOD events
  • Manage all maintenance and safety programs for the unit
  • Advisor to Senior Leadership
  • Career Counselor to 130 personnel
  • Oversaw Work life programs that support Coast Guard Human Relation Programs
  • Trainer in Engineer Administration to 15 partner nations in the Caribbean basin

Engineering Chief Petty Officer Department Head

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Sea Devil Bangor, WA
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Managed 10-personnel on the maintenance and safety systems of the ship
  • Fire Marshall and Damage Control evaluator/trainer
  • Managed all maintenance, safety, and environmental programs for the unit
  • Career Counselor for 10-member crew

Education

Bachelor of Science - Emergency and Disaster Management

American Military University
Charleston, WV
05.2019

Associate of Arts - General Studies

American Military University
Charleston, WV
06.2015

Skills

  • Secret Clearance
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Budgeting
  • Advisor
  • Customer Service
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Employee Evaluations
  • Maintenance Manager
  • Facilities Manager
  • Project Management
  • Trainer
  • Logistics
  • Interactive communication skills
  • Strategic leadership
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Inspection skills
  • Decision-making
  • Excellent communication

Timeline

Command Master Chief

U.S. Coast Guard Sector Jacksonville FL
01.2022 - Current

Chauffeur Driver

SC Express Chauffeured Transportation Charleston SC
01.2020 - 01.2022

Command Master Chief

U.S. Coast Guard Base Charleston SC
01.2019 - 01.2022

Command Master Chief

U.S. Coast Guard Sector Upper Mississippi River St Louis, MO
01.2015 - 01.2019

Command Senior Chief/Engineer Administration Department Head

U.S. Coast Guard Maritime Security Safety Team Boston
01.2012 - 01.2015

Engineering Chief Petty Officer Department Head

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Sea Devil Bangor, WA
01.2010 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Science - Emergency and Disaster Management

American Military University

Associate of Arts - General Studies

American Military University
William Klein