Travis Hargitt

Email: abo0x3@r.postjobfree.com

Address:

City: Rainier

State: WA

Zip: 98576

Country: USA

Phone: 360-***-****

Skill Level: Any

Salary Range:

Primary Skills/Experience:

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Program Manager dedicated to continuous process improvement in the face of rapidly evolving and changing markets. Accomplished leader with over 20 years of management, strategy, product development, delivery and operational experience in the emergency management industry. Manager with expertise in performance management, succession planning and process improvement. Excellent communication and computer skills; ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet project deadlines; multicultural awareness with a high level of adaptability. Experience in developing written emergency management plans across response force spectrum utilizing the all hazard approach. Tech-savvy manager versed in all aspects of project management from inception to completion. Seasoned large scale exercise coordinator encompassing inception to application and follow-up. Manager with the ability to inspire team members and develop innovative ways meet objective. Talented manager focused on process improvement and on-time project delivery. Dynamic trainer with the ability to seek out venues and assets to accomplish requirements while facing budgetary constraints. Hands-on manager with a performance driven mindset to meet training requirements from classroom, table top exercises, to full-scale, no limit to ability. Strategic planner with strong communication skills and attention to detail. Extremely results-oriented and proactive in addressing and resolving problems. Budgeting and forecasting specialist, with advanced knowledge of federal procurement process. Innovative accounting professional proficient in extracting financial data from various reporting systems and suggesting key operational changes. Excels in recruiting and talent acquisition, as well as process reengineering and improvement. Dependable manager bringing management experience and a willingness to take on added responsibility to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player with a strong work ethic and advanced complex problem solving skills.

Educational Background:

High School Dipolma from American Military University, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 5/2006 (Emergency Management)

High School Dipolma from American Military University, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from Emergency Management Institute, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from Emergency Management Institute, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from Badlands Off Road, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from Community College Of the Air Force, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from American Military University, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from National Fire Academy, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from United States Air Force, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from Emergency Management Institute, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from USA Learning, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from Federal Bureau of Investigation, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from SAFEHOUSE, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from TEES Enterprises, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from United States Air Force, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from United States Air Force, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from The Defense Special Weapons School, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from National Fire Protection Association, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from United States Air Force, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

High School Dipolma from United States Air Force, Charles Town WV 1/2001 to 10/2012

Job History / Details:

Executive Summary

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Program Manager dedicated to continuous process improvement in the face of rapidly evolving and changing markets. Accomplished leader with over 20 years of management, strategy, product development, delivery and operational experience in the emergency management industry. Manager with expertise in performance management, succession planning and process improvement. Excellent communication and computer skills; ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet project deadlines; multicultural awareness with a high level of adaptability. Experience in developing written emergency management plans across response force spectrum utilizing the all hazard approach. Tech-savvy manager versed in all aspects of project management from inception to completion. Seasoned large scale exercise coordinator encompassing inception to application and follow-up. Manager with the ability to inspire team members and develop innovative ways meet objective. Talented manager focused on process improvement and on-time project delivery. Dynamic trainer with the ability to seek out venues and assets to accomplish requirements while facing budgetary constraints. Hands-on manager with a performance driven mindset to meet training requirements from classroom, table top exercises, to full-scale, no limit to ability. Strategic planner with strong communication skills and attention to detail. Extremely results-oriented and proactive in addressing and resolving problems. Budgeting and forecasting specialist, with advanced knowledge of federal procurement process. Innovative accounting professional proficient in extracting financial data from various reporting systems and suggesting key operational changes. Excels in recruiting and talent acquisition, as well as process reengineering and improvement. Dependable manager bringing management experience and a willingness to take on added responsibility to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player with a strong work ethic and advanced complex problem solving skills.

Core Qualifications

Top Secret Security Clearance

Quality assurance

Team building

Process improvement

Problem resolution

Prioritizing work load

Self-starter

Exercise development & evaluation

Report analyst

Budget development

Financial reporting

Conflict resolution

Meeting deadline

Microsoft Office skills

Training development

Strong organizational skills

Listening skills

Fast learner

Trusted key holder

Problem solver

Leadership/communication skills

Research and analysis

Operations management

Cross-Cultural Communications

Strategic objective execution

Experience with instructional design

Strong collaborator

Risk Management princaples

Professional Experience

September 2008 to Current

United States Air Force McChord AFB, WA

EOD Program Manager

Spearheaded cross-functional initiative to achieve integration of multi skill sets for completion of recovery operations. Directed comprehensive review and validation of quality assurance requirements for over 300 first responders encompassing seven response areas. Defined training performance standards and reviewed the outcome of performance goals to set future targets. Created and updated multi-jurisdictional operating instruction and memorandums of agreement on a regular basis. Earned the organization exceptional ratings and recognition as best in the Air Force. Developed comprehensive Emergency Operations Center continuity guide. Streamlined Exercise Evaluation Team process and procedures. Completed and maintained accurate and organized records, documents and reports. Managed team of 26 first responders. Addressed all personnel issues promptly and professionally.

May 2005 to September 2008

United States Air Force Charleston AFB, SC

EOD Program Manager

Planned, directed, coordinated and assigned manpower to meet aggressive deployment schedules. Recommended and executed quality improvements for training and quality assurance to validate first responder qualification. Created and updated department operating instructions and reports to ensure compliance with mandated regulations. Leader of 18 person first responder force.

January 1999 to June 2005

United States Air Force Luke AFB, AZ

Resource Branch Chief

Performed complex general accounting functions, including preparation of journal entries, account analysis and balance sheet reconciliations. Managed team of 8 of professionals. Championed quality initiatives.

July 1995 to January 1999

United States Air Force Spangdahlem AB, Germany

Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge EOD Training & Supply

Managed documentation of and training for 25 first responders. Verified that all training control parameters were being documented and followed at all times. Worked with managers to develop annual expense plan goals. Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations. Prepared financial pages for presentation to senior management.

January 1993 to July 1995

United States Air Force Barksdale AFB, LA

Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge EOD Equipment

Developed and directed strategy for launch of inspection requirements that became benchmark for entire Air Force Command.

Education

2012 American Military University Charles Town, WV

Master of Arts (pending) Emergency Management

2012 Emergency Management Institute Emmitsburg, MD

Over 37 Continuing Education Units

2012 Emergency Management Institute Emmitsburg, MD

Professional Continuity Practitioner Level I (pending)

2010 Badlands Off Road,

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2009 Community College Of the Air Force Maxwell Air Force Base, AL

Associate of Arts Explosive Ordnance Disposal

2006 American Military University Charles Town, WV

Bachelor of Arts Emergency Management

Graduated with honors

2006 National Fire Academy,

Select One Emergency Response to Terrorism

2006 United States Air Force Sheppard AFB, TX

Select One Joint Antiterrorism

2006 Emergency Management Institute Emmitsburg, MD

Professional Development Series

2006 USA Learning,

Select One Frontline Leadership: Knowledge in the Workplace

2004 Federal Bureau of Investigation,

Select One Large Vehicle Bomb Post Blast Crime Scene School

2004 SAFEHOUSE,

Select One Tactical Evasive Driving

2004 TEES Enterprises,

Select One Urban Operations Course

2002 United States Air Force Luke AFB, AZ

Select One DoD Hazardous Material Awareness Emergency Response Training

1997 United States Air Force Spangdahlem AB,

Train the Trainer

1997 The Defense Special Weapons School Kirtland AFB, NM

Joint Nuclear Course

1997 National Fire Protection Association Oklahoma City, OK

Select One Hazardous Materials Awareness

1996 United States Air Force Spangdahlem AB,

Select One 7 Habits for Effective Leaders

1996 United States Air Force Spangdahlem AB,

Environmental Compliance and Assessment Program

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