Management Human Resources

Donald Cummings

Email: ********@**********.***

Address:

City: Colorado Springs

State: CO

Zip: 80917

Country: USA

Phone: 719-***-****

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Primary Skills/Experience:

Seeking a position in human resources or related business administration. Retired from the U.S. Army with 25 years of exemplary service October, 2009.

Educational Background:

High School Dipolma from University of Phoenix, Colorado Springs CO 1/2001 to 1/2012 (Business Management and Human Resources)

Job History / Details:

Summary

Seeking a position in human resources or related business administration.

Retired from the U.S. Army with 25 years of exemplary service October, 2009.

Highlights

Microsoft Office proficiency

Results-oriented

Self-directed

Time management

Professional and mature

Strong problem solver

Resourceful

Secret Security Clearance

Inventory control

Change management

Policy/program development

Cross-functional team management

Staff training

Supervision and training

Business writing

Dedicated team player

Strong interpersonal skills

Understands grammar

Proofreading

Human Resources Management (HRM)

Report writing

Self-starter

Application of risk-management principles

Able to lift and carry 50 lbs

Focus on diverse responsibilities

Secret security clearance

Calm under pressure

Complex problem solving

Sound judgment

Accomplishments

Project Management

Worked directly with multiple departments in aviation maintenance management to include production control and quality control, contractors, and senior management.

Promoted to 9 times during my tenure of employment (senior level).

Developed and implemented unit/company's safety, and other department operating procedures/employee manual outlining all proper business procedures and office policies.

Successfully planned and executed military/corporate meetings, lunches and special events for groups of 20-150

Completed a multi-million dollar upgrade of the OH-58D helicopter systems.

Built the safety program for two aviation units (approx. 500 personnel) from the ground up to include successfully passing multiple inspections from federal/military agencies.

Authored numerous operating procedures in safety, bulletins, memorandums/policies for unit programs.

People Management

Managed 20-30 personnel as the aviation maintenance supervisor (daily maintenance task to reset/rebuilding aircraft).

In charge of multiple departmental processes to include: supply management, petroleum inventory/hazardous waste, tool inventory and management to include hand-receipt procedures

Successfully managed the movement of millions of dollars of equipment and personnel to overseas locations and interstate missions (aircraft, tools, vehicles, hazardous materials).

Safety Management

Trained department safety managers to include a safety assistant in safety management, procedures/regulations, publications and OSHA/U.S. Army required forms.

Prepared inspection forms/conducted shop and area inspections to include spot checking vehicle, hazmat, and equipment safety requirements.

Conducted major accident investigations as the aircraft pilot/maintenance subject matter expert.

Financial Management

Directly in charge of approximately 8-20 million dollars worth of equipment during my career (directly signed for).

Managed my own business home inspection: budget, training expenses, tax preparation, etc.

Work Experience

February 2010 to December 2011

Cummings Home Inspections Colorado Springs, Co

NACHI Home Inspector

Sole proprietor of my own home inspection business; certified by the National Association of Home Inspectors- 2009

Performed residential home inspections in the Colorado Springs area covering all aspects of home safety/construction inspection policies with 100 percentage satisfaction from my customers.

April 1996 to October 2009

United States Army Colorado Springs, CO

OH-58D Maintenance Test Pilot/Maintenance Supervisor

Managed team of 20-30 aircraft maintenance professionals to include 5 supervisors

Developed and executed multiple plans and processes to decrease labor needs by streamlining maintenance scheduling task and personnel shift requirements.

Directed strategic initiatives to achieve greater organizational efficiency and productivity while still achieving excellent results.

Served as mentor to junior team members.

Initiated program that standardized employee training and led to increased proficiency of personnel by 30 percentage .

Ground and flight tested aircraft and equipment to ensure accurate operating parameters and safety considerations with 100 percentage accuracy.

Acted as pilot in command of flight directly responsible for mission accomplishment.

Assisted with the development of hazard mitigation/control monitoring plans.

Calculated load weights for different aircraft compartments, using charts and computers.

Attended preflight briefings.Checked passenger and cargo distributions and fuel amounts to ensure that weight and balance specifications were met.

Completed all post-flight duties.

Ensured the completion of all required aircraft forms, logs and reports.

Implemented airfield safety procedures to ensure a safe operating environment for personnel and aircraft operation.

Inspected aircraft for defects and malfunctions, according to pre-flight checklists.

Maintained ramp and warehouse areas.

Monitored engine operation, fuel consumption and functioning of aircraft systems during flights.

Coordinated with agencies to ensure support of airfield management activities.

Directed and assisted passengers in emergency procedures.

Ensured compliance with all Federal, State, Loca,l and foreign regulations.

Planned flights with consideration of weather, NOTAMS, aircraft capabilities, mission requirements, company requirements and aircraft airworthiness.

August 2004 to September 2009

U.S. Army Colorado Springs, CO

Safety Officer

Built the safety program from the ground up. Prepared a comprehensive safety library, publications/forms record and inventory, conducted inspections of all hanger and shop areas to include hazmat inventory, equipment safety, vehicle driving safety, maintenance operations safety processes, and personnel/off-duty safety.

Successfully passed several higher level inspections with outstanding results.

Subject matter expert for aircraft maintenance/safety accident investigations for the squadron (2 aircraft companies, and 2 maintenance/headquarters units).

Education

2012 University of Phoenix Colorado Springs, Colorado

Bachelor of Science Business Management and Human Resources

The Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB) undergraduate degree program is designed to prepare graduates with the requisite knowledge, skills, and values to effectively apply various business principles and tools in an organizational setting. The BSB foundation is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practical application, while examining the areas of accounting, critical thinking and decision-making, finance, business law, management, marketing, organizational behavior, research and evaluation, and technology. Required to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the undergraduate business curricula through an integrated topics course. The Human Resource Management Concentration develops an understanding of the fundamentals of human resource management and its strategic relevance in business. The concentration addresses the legal and ethical components of the decision making process involved in the human resources environment. The Human Resource Management Concentration introduces the basic concepts of human resource management, and allows further study in the areas of employment law, risk management, recruitment and selection of employees, international HR, change management, compensation and benefits, employee development, and performance management. Develop an understanding of the critical business implications for human resource professionals today and in the future. HR practitioners and managers must be equipped with a solid understanding of the fundamentals of human resource management, along with strong skills in the areas of systems thinking, problem solving, influencing, negotiating, communications, and leadership.

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Aviation Management- 1997

El Paso Community College -General Studies-1989

Awards

Air Medal with Valor, Meritorious Service Award, Expeditionary Medals, Professional Development Course (NCO), Army Achievements Award, Army Commendation medal, Overseas Service, etc.

Certifications

Aviation Pilot/Management

U.S. Army Aviation Flight School, Ft. Rucker Al.l- 07/1991

U.S. Army Aviation Management Course, Ft. Rucker Al.-04/1996

U.S. Army OH-58D Helicopter Flight Course, Ft. Rucker Al.- 1993

U.S. Army OH-58D Armament Course, Ft. Eustis VA.- 1998

U.S. Army Aviation Advanced Leadership Course, Ft. Rucker Al.- 2002.

Safety Management

30 Hr. Certifications in Construction and General Safety Management OSHA- Red Rocks College 2009.

U.S. Army Aviation Safety Courses at Ft. Rucker/Online:

Accident Investigation and Analysis Course

Aviation Safety Management Course

Additional Duty Officer Safety Management Course

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