William Paul Orse
Fort Walton Beach
Summary
Dynamic Management & Program Analyst with AFSOC, recognized for enhancing readiness by 5% through strategic planning and data analysis. Proven project manager skilled in risk assessment and policy writing, leading complex operations and training initiatives. Adept at fostering collaboration across diverse teams to achieve mission success in high-stakes environments.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Management & Program Analyst, GS-12
Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC)
Hurlburt Field
11.2020 - Current
- Led AFSOC's FORCE GENERATION (FORGEN) process as OPR, resulting in a 5% increase in readiness
- Utilized the Joint Planning Process to define requirements
- Provided regular updates to AFSOC leadership on FORGEN status through concise and informative briefings, enabling data-driven decisions
- Collaborated effectively with HHQ, HQ staff, and Wing agencies to ensure seamless execution of the FORGEN process and on-time delivery of all milestones
- Developed and disseminated clear and accurate documentation and communications, ensuring alignment with A3 intent and promoting transparency across all stakeholders
Field Skills Instructor
Rally Point Management, LLC
Fort Walton Beach
11.2020 - 04.2024
- Lead instructor for Tactical Combat Casualty Care, providing in-depth training on advanced life-saving skills and techniques
- Supervise human laboratory simulators to create realistic training scenarios
- Lead instructor for Aircraft Denial in immature battlespaces, specializing in de-escalation techniques
Security Analyst
Triple Canopy, Inc.
Reston
06.2019 - 07.2020
- Supervised Bio-Metric system, analyzing and validating system requirements to ensure 100% effectiveness
Project Manager
AEVEX, Inc.
Solana Beach
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Developed rotary/fixed wing rescue capability in Kenya, conducting stakeholder analysis, gathering requirements, and collaborating on aircraft configuration
- Managed a $50M Casualty Evacuation Program in East/North Africa, developing medical and operational guidelines for combat rescue
- Conducted live exercises to validate program effectiveness and ensure adherence to standards
Operations/Program Manager
Berry Aviation
San Marcos
09.2013 - 01.2018
- Established air ambulance service in sub-Saharan Africa, managing stakeholder expectations and adjusting budget based on real-time costs and risk assessment
- Coordinated supply chain management across multiple continents
- Monitored and analyzed unit air and ground training programs, recommending improvements for enhanced performance
- Primary recovery team for Special Forces team ambushed in Niamey, Niger, Africa
Pararescueman, Chief Weapons & Tactics/Standards & Evaluation
USAF
07.1988 - 06.2008
- Provided program oversight for all air-ground/maritime training programs, advising and recommending corrective actions based on quantitative and qualitative quality control analysis to ensure compliance with safety and training requirements
- Conducted contingency exercises, supervising, managing, and evaluating operational plans, policies, risk management activities, and programs, advising Commanders on unique SOF requirements
- Coordinated AOC, SOF C2, targeting, and ATO cycles within the Theater C2 structure; performed Special Operations Liaison Element (SOLE) duties, deconflicting and synchronizing SOF missions with the JFACC
- Planned and executed operations supporting JFSOCC/JSOTF upon arrival in combatant theaters (Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria, Jordan, North Africa)
- Developed a comprehensive training plan integrating global deployments
- Conducted analytical evaluations of operations to optimize resource utilization, managing a $3M+ budget for medical, rescue, life support, and technology equipment (Logistics NCO)
- Rewrote Air Force Weapons School helicopter tactics, identifying 81 safety issues related to air-ground C2
- Consulted with Joint Personnel Recovery Agency to improve theater SAR access and security
- Deployed worldwide for 20 years, providing emergency medical care in immature battlespaces
- Led over 100 combat and civilian rescue missions, saving 52 lives in combat operations
Education
MBA - Project Management Professional
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01.2014
MSc - Nursing Administration, Public Health
University of South Alabama
AL01.2010
MSc - Organizational Management
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01.2008
Skills
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Policy writing
- Performance metrics
- Risk assessment
Certification
- Security Clearance-Secret, DoD, Current
- Security Clearance-TS/SCI, DoD, Expired, 01/01/10
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Current
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Current
Professional Publications
- Inquiry into Training: Foreign Security Forces in Support of Government Contracts; Cappella.
- United States Air Force Special Operations Command Air Force Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (AFTTP). Volume 3.3. Combat Fundamentals; Guardian Angel and Special Tactics.
- United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). Special Operations Infiltration and Exfiltration Operations, USSOCOM Manual 350-6. MacDill, Air Force Base, FL
Awards And Decorations
- Air Medals (3)
- Aerial Achievement Medal
- Air Force Commendation Medals (2)
- Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation Medals (3)
- Joint Meritorious Unit Award
- Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with Valor
- Meritorious Mast Awards (4)
- Sikorsky Aircraft Awards (8)
- Combat Readiness Medal
- A.F. & M.C. Good Conduct Medals
- A.F. Recognition Ribbon
- National Defense Service Medal
- Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
- Southwest Asia Service Medal
- GWoT Medal
- Sea Service Ribbons (3)
- MacKay Trophy 'Knife 04/05'
Timeline
Management & Program Analyst, GS-12
Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC)
11.2020 - Current
Field Skills Instructor
Rally Point Management, LLC
11.2020 - 04.2024
Security Analyst
Triple Canopy, Inc.
06.2019 - 07.2020
Project Manager
AEVEX, Inc.
01.2018 - 02.2019
Operations/Program Manager
Berry Aviation
09.2013 - 01.2018
Pararescueman, Chief Weapons & Tactics/Standards & Evaluation
USAF
07.1988 - 06.2008
MBA - Project Management Professional
Capella University
MSc - Nursing Administration, Public Health
University of South Alabama
MSc - Organizational Management
Capella University
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