Transition Specialist, Marine and Family Programs-Resources
Summary of Qualifications
Possess over 17 years of experience in public speaking to all levels of status, ensuring effective communication through coaching, problem solving, certifying, and educating.
Over 17 years of understanding of military culture and programs as it relates to the NATOPS, Personal Financial Management (MCO 1700.37), Sponsorship (MCO 1320.11G), Transition Readiness (MCO 1700.31), and Information and Referral (MCO 1754.10).
8 years of experienced in, career coaching, staff mentorship, liaising with agencies.
Over 6 years of experience as a manager in planning and implementing program requirements with use of local, state, federal laws and military instruction while supervising a staff of 13.
Over 6 years of knowledgeable in Marine and Family Programs-Resources with experience informing population of programs such as Behavioral Health, Information & Referral, Transition Assistance, Financial Planning, and Japanese Cultural programs.
Education
Job and Career Transition Coach
June 2018
Career Planner, Dick Knowdell
Associate and Certified Professional Resume Writer
September 2017 – September 2019
Professional Resume Writer Association
Bachelor of Science, Psychology with a minor in Human Resources
December 2017
University Maryland University College, Okinawa, Japan
Command Financial Specialist
2014 to Present
USMC, Marine and Family Programs
Special Projects
Meeting of the Minds Event Creator & Organizer
January 2014 to February 2016
Established a community counsel of Behavioral Health Professionals, Chaplains, Family Readiness Offices, and key unit staff to address service member issues and available resources on MCB Schwab, Okinawa Japan.
Inmate Rehabilitation Project
December 2014 to Present
Worked as a member of a voluntary group of professionals dedicated to the rehabilitation of military inmates to reduce recidivism.
Experience
Transition Specialist (NF-4)
February 2016 to Present
MCCS, Marine and Family Programs-Resources (MFP-R)
Okinawa, Japan
Served as acting TRP Manager, directing projects, taskers, and reporting, ensuring continual services were provided to customs at 5 separate locations. Supervisory efforts resulted in successful delivery of core program elements and an informed chain of command.
Served as acting Lead TRP Specialist, managing staff schedules, providing best practices, and informing leadership of tasks, resulting in advanced levels of trust from management.
Diffused customer and inter-departmental issues by maintaining high customer service standards for both internal and external customers. Professional efforts resulted in multiple positive ICE comments, formal executive recognition, time off awards, and end of the year bonuses.
Analyzed unit program effectiveness in support of Commanding General Readiness Inspections (CGRI), briefing senior leadership, updating MCCS & CGRI leadership, and recommending corrective actions to units.
Managed TRP program documents and information at home installation, providing evidence of effective program management during organizational re-accreditation.
Provided career coaching, resume writing, college admission writing, and application submission editing for customers, while explaining standard Human Resource and Equal Employment Opportunity laws.
Provided recommendation of hire, by rating & ranking, and interviewing potential new employees for both the Resources & Transition Readiness Managers.
Admin Assistant & MFP-R Specialist (NF-2 & 3)
July 2012 to February 2016
MCCS, Marine and Family Programs-Resources (MFP-R)
Okinawa, Japan
Coordinated, and briefed over a hundred MFP-R program briefs to include: Camp Commanders meetings, Unit briefs, and Unit Deployment Program Welcome Aboard briefs in accordance with MCIPAC order.
Utilized Microsoft Suite, portable projectors, SMART boards, and teaching aids to communicate information to groups of up to 850 participants of varying military position and VIP customers.
Managed Customer Appreciation events’ budget with the aid of management, due to successful budgeting additional events were added to Home for the Holidays campaigns.
Created department wide MS Access, I&R resources database, contributing to the program accreditation.
Developed and facilitated annual MFP-R department courses on Customer Needs Assessment and I&R database use, resulting in retention of program accreditation and streamlined turnover of staff.
Marketed and coordinated 5 I&R meetings, 14 MFP-R information fairs and customer appreciation days to advertise TAMP, FMEAP, and MFP-R services.
Authored 6 Calendar of Event booklets and 3 Okinawa Living magazine articles with article receiving accolades from the Headquarters Program Manager.
Facilitated open forum training as a NOWA I&R representative providing information and referrals on Marine and Family Program-Resources Branch services.
Worked with the Relocation, I&R, Cultural and Personal Financial Management offices by taking meeting minutes, coordinating schedules and events, and providing program support.
Coordinated with MCCS Marketing and program staff to create posters, booklets, and flyers for Okinawa wide distribution and financial sponsorship for events.
Treasurer for Holiday Food Voucher Program and successfully managed the training of 32 commands’ senior representatives as a result was awarded a Moments of Excellence and asked to assist the following year.
Multiple Titles to include Work Center Supervisor & Program Manager January 2003 to April 2012
USMC, Aircrew and Airframe Mechanic
North Carolina & Japan
Established administrative and management protocol to identify critical focal points, trends, and significant accomplishments within 2 departments with a staff of up to 13 personnel.
Organized quarterly in-depth staff training on such topics as: privacy act and records management, military conduct, Pro’s and Con’s evaluations, and mandated technical training.
Held daily meetings with staff to ensure fluid operations to report personnel and aircraft readiness to senior leadership, utilizing MS suites for reoccurring reports, and correspondence, and quality assurance meetings.
Scheduled staff for required training, TAD trips, deployment readiness, and unit aircraft supply readiness.
Responsible for the development and implementation of the section’s annual HAZCOMM Supervisor training for 7 different departments.
Volunteer Work
Inmate Rehabilitation and Career Coach, Volunteer
December 2014 to Present
USMC Brig, Rehabilitation Counselors Office
Created curriculum to teach inmates how to identify knowledge, skill, and abilities relevant to their desired future career, while providing literature and educational aids on qualification stands for the job.
Recognized by the facility’s Commanding Officer, Social Worker, and inmates in the performance of over 250 hours of volunteer work to educate inmates on self-improvement.
Military Spouse Symposium Guest Panelist & Event Staff
2019
Hire Our Hero, Camp Foster Okinawa Japan
Provided expert lecture and Q&A on specifically federal hiring practices as part of a 6 member panel to educate military spouses & transitioning service member find employment while aboard.
Set up lecture spaces, resume review booths, job fair, and coordinated with federal and corporate agencies such as Microsoft, and Amazon.
Wrote, produced, and stared in four 30 second commercials on Quick Tips for Job Fair Success.
Assisted MCCS Event Organizer coordinate, market, and produce the Hire Our Hero’s event on Marine Corps Installation in Okinawa Japan.