Zachari Schneider
Chesapeake Beach,MD
Summary
Manager and Air Force Veteran with over 24 years of collective experience at developing and managing relationships within Human Resource Management, Finance Management, Aircraft Fleet Management, Supply Chain, and Aircraft Maintenance fields. Dynamic leader with extensive experience in personnel management, mentorship, and operational readiness within the United States Air Force. Proven track record of providing guidance, support, and motivation to teams in high-pressure environments. Possesses exceptional communication skills and the ability to effectively liaise between operational teams and senior leadership. Adept at problem solving and conflict resolution, with a strong commitment to mission success and the welfare of an organization’s members. Delivers a blend of analytical thinking, efficient strategies, and knowledge in customer service principles, policies, and practices. Keen knowledge of Human Resource Management best practices, records management, safety, security, regulations, and procedures. Seeking a challenging position in Project Management or Human Resource Management to leverage extensive experience in organizational development, team leadership, command leadership, and strategic planning.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Sergeant
316th Logistics Readiness Squadron
04.2023 - Current
- Advises Commander & Senior Enlisted Leaders on readiness, health, morale, welfare, quality of life for 118 military & 56 civilian personnel that oversees $126M in accounts & a $92M vehicle fleet supporting 5 Wings, 84 tenant units, 17.5K base personnel, & $6B in resources
- Builds mission-ready resilient Airmen through selfless interaction, leadership, & support
- Promotes transparency & communication between all assigned members & family.
First Sergeant
11th Security Forces Squadron
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Led as the principal advisor to Defense Force Commander for all quality-of-life issues and concerns affecting a civilian and military total force of 187 personnel
- During that time, teamed with the commander on personnel utilization and deployment readiness while providing guidance to increase morale and mission performance.
First Sergeant
The USAF Band
05.2020 - 10.2021
- Led the unit as the principal advisor to USAF Band commander and the 11th Operational Group on morale, welfare, quality-of-life, and mission readiness concerns for a total force of 198 personnel
- Served as an important member of the command to communicate utilization and deployment readiness as well as providing guidance to increase morale and mission performance.
First Sergeant
11th Comptroller Squadron and Wing Staff
02.2019 - 05.2020
- Advised the squadron commander on the health, morale, and welfare of 19 wing agencies with a total of 248 personnel assigned in support of the entire national capital region with five wings
- Relayed all commander policies, objectives, and goals to ensure equal, effective, and consistent discipline across the agencies.
Aircraft Maintenance Production Superintendent
316th Maintenance Squadron
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Managed and oversaw all maintenance accomplished on KC-10 and C-17 aircraft assigned to the 316th wing
- Established estimated timelines for accomplishment of maintenance, coordinated supply of parts for the maintenance, and regularly created bonds with flight crews to explain maintenance needs and completion times.
Aircraft Fuels Section Chief
316th Maintenance Squadron
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Planned, organized, and scheduled the aircraft fuels maintenance section requirements to support all wing, base, national and United Nations commitments
- Ensured fuel section safety, training, mobility readiness, environmental compliance standards and maintenance effectiveness are met with a team of 38 aircraft fuel maintainers.
Aircraft Maintenance Production Expeditor
316th Maintenance Squadron
01.2016 - 10.2017
- Managed and oversaw all maintenance accomplished on KC-10 and C-17 aircraft assigned to the 316th wing
- Established estimated timelines for accomplishment of maintenance, coordinated supply of parts for the maintenance, and regularly created bonds with flight crews to explain maintenance needs and completion times.
Aircraft Maintenance Inspection Section Dock Chief
316th Maintenance Squadron
10.2012 - 01.2016
- Managed and oversaw all home station check and maintenance steering group scheduled maintenance accomplished on KC-10 and C-17 aircraft assigned to the 316th wing
- In charge of ensuring proper inspections were accomplished, parts were lubricated, fixed issues when able, and reassembles and performs operational checks on critical aircraft systems and components.
Education
Bachelor of the Arts in Human Resources Management -
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ09.2024
Associates of Applied science in Instruction in Technology -
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01.2008
Associates of Applied science in Aircraft Maintenance Technology -
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01.2005
Skills
- Project Management
- Legal Advisement
- Aircraft Maintenance Management
- Teamwork/Empowerment
- Mentorship/Coaching
- Emergency Response Planning
- Quality Assurance
- Technical Competency
- Human Resources/Safety
- Communication
- Budget Oversight
- Strategic Planning
- Compliance and Regulation
- Learning
- Influencing/Negotiating
- Conflict Management
- Planning and Evaluating
- Protocol and Ceremonial Execution
- Decision Making
- Integrity/Honesty
- Problem Solving
- Flexibility/Innovation
- Reasoning
- Microsoft Office 365: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Access
- Google Workspace: Gmail, Calendar, Contacts, Drive
- Google Drive: Docs, Sheets, Slides
- Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Database System Management
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
Specializedtraining
- Controlled Unclassified Information Training (2021)
- Air Force Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Academy (2021)
- Air Force First Sergeant Academy (2019)
- Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education I (2018)
- Air Force Supervisor Safety Course (2018)
- Air Force Non-Commissioned Officer Academy (2013)
- Air Force Wing Inspector Team Training (2018)
- Air Force Exercise Evaluator Team (2007)
- Air Force Airmen Leadership School (2005)
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Training (2002)
- Aerospace Maintenance Course – C-130 (2001)
- Aerospace Maintenance Fundamentals (2000)
Certification
Professional in Human Resources (~ December 2024)
Timeline
First Sergeant
316th Logistics Readiness Squadron
04.2023 - Current
First Sergeant
11th Security Forces Squadron
10.2021 - 04.2023
First Sergeant
The USAF Band
05.2020 - 10.2021
First Sergeant
11th Comptroller Squadron and Wing Staff
02.2019 - 05.2020
Aircraft Maintenance Production Superintendent
316th Maintenance Squadron
10.2018 - 02.2019
Aircraft Fuels Section Chief
316th Maintenance Squadron
10.2017 - 10.2018
Aircraft Maintenance Production Expeditor
316th Maintenance Squadron
01.2016 - 10.2017
Aircraft Maintenance Inspection Section Dock Chief
316th Maintenance Squadron
10.2012 - 01.2016
Bachelor of the Arts in Human Resources Management -
University of Arizona Global Campus
Associates of Applied science in Instruction in Technology -
Community College of The Air Force
Associates of Applied science in Aircraft Maintenance Technology -
Community College of The Air Force
Professional in Human Resources (~ December 2024)
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