Security Clearance Site Manager

Alan John Hovda

Proposed Labor Category: DISTRIBUTION PROCESS EXPEDITOR

Level of Security Clearance: Operational Secret September 2031

Labor Category Requirements

How the Proposed Person Meets the Minimum Labor Category Requirements

20 years of experience in material/inventory management operations at the Fleet and waterfront level.

Working in Bahrain since June 2016.

Currently working as ILS-Analyst, processing all 1149 documents and 1384 TCMD requests for up to

25 USNS ships at any given work week. I report to site manager.

I also process the (ACA) Air Clearance Authority request for USNS ships that require this type of request.

I submit the weekly reports to the (FIAR) Compliance Lead to verify my quality of work.

The AV-Unit here in Bahrain receives all shipments and processes the custom clearances. At the request of the Cargo Leads to have over flow shipments sent to BANZ 2 Warehouse 12 were we have a 30,000 SQFT Warehouse just for MSC materials. We share with several other companies such as DRMO and the Navy Exchange.

Leading Petty Officer for 28 Sailors tasked with augmenting USNS FLINT (T-AE-32) during a high-visibility 5th Fleet AOR mission. Executed the off-load of ordinance and ammunition that resulted in zero safety mishaps. Effective time management and attention to detail saved the MSC both time and money, resulted in being selected as CART III and SOQ FY13 and SOY FY14. Lead professional development and on the job training resulting in three advancements within the unit, one SOQ, JSOQ and BJOQ.

4 Years

Assistant Leading Petty Officer for 30 Sailors on the USS Decatur (DDG 73). Led Rigging/Derigging of replenishment stations for refueling at sea. Safely and efficiently transferred 1.5 million gallons of fuel and 110 pallets of stores. Enforced Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations.

2 Years

Assistant Leading Petty Officer for 25 personnel in the Navy Special Warfare Commnad to ensure compliance with safety standards related to boat support. Assisted in the completion of over 1800 mishap-free operations and over 300 high-risk training operations in support of various missions.

3 Years

Defense Contract Management agency (DCMA), responsible for complex contract audits to ensure correct execution. Oversaw 150 audits at 12 forward operating bases under the 1.3 billion dollar Logistic Civil Augmentation Program supporting 30,000 International Assistance Security Forces in suport of Operation Enduring Freedom.

1 Year

(218 mos.)

7 years of experience in managing a material distribution facility

94 months of Managing Materials in this 5th Fleet AOR.

18 years of experience in managing/supervising warehouse staff

U.S. Navy, various locations – Trained and mentored U.S. Navy personnel resulting in decreased security incidents at 11 remote bases. Oversaw 150 audits at 12 forwarding operating bases in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Performed disciplinary reviews for non-conformance of military standards, assigned corrective actions and ensured the completion of required corrective actions.

(218 mos.)

18 years of experience with material packaging, handling storage & transportation (PHS&T) requirements, processes, and procedures, to include Hazardous material and controlled material special handling processes, and knowledge of Federal/DoD Supply system requirements

URS/AECOM – Follows standard operating procedures of processing of material to verify each item that comes into the facility is accounted for correctly. Received packages and ensure the items meet the requirements of MIL-STD 129N.

U.S. Navy, Various Locations – Experience with the handling and correct disposal of various hazardous and non-hazardous items. Managed controlled materials in accordance with correct procedures. Properly maintained space preservation on board the USS Constellation and the USS Decatur. Complied with safety measures and ensured proper procedures were followed. Conduted quality assurance inspections to ensure compliance.

(218 mos.)

18 years of experience managing specialized military equipment such as CBRD equipment, Force Protection Equipment, Communication equipment or IT equipment

US Navy, Various Locations – While on board the USS Constellation, various training evolutions were conducted with CBRD equipment. Ensured emergency response procedures were followed and proper safety measures were met and understood.

URS/AECOM – Used IT equipment to input data to DSS, an automated supply system. Used handheld scanners to input the receiving information. Ensured proper verification is done for every process.

7 years of experience using either DOD, Merchant Marine, U.S. Coast Guard or commercial warehouse inventory systems

7 years of experience using commercial in-transit visibility tools for inventory tracking purposes

94 months of working in the 5th Fleet AOR as the Material Manager

Must hold current fork truck operator’s license

Yes, licensed to operate fork trucks

Position: ILS ANALYSIS

Years of Employment

20+

Roles/Responsibilities/Accomplishments

Specific Areas of Expertise:

Qualified professional working in warehouse support environments to process and handle material in a timely manner so it can be sent out to the customer in the code level that it was received. Dealing with both classified and unclassified material and working in a high tempo environment where safety is paramount. Follows standard operating procedures of processing of material to verify each item that comes into the facility is accounted for correctly. Received packages and ensure the items meet the requirements of MIL-STD 129N. Experience with the handling and correct disposal of various hazardous and non-hazardous items. Managed controlled materials in accordance with correct procedures. Complied with safety measures and ensured proper procedures were followed. Exceptionally well organized and resourceful; able to prioritize and solve problems. Dynamic leader, team-builder and consistently motivating others towards success.

Current Employment: ILS ANALYSIS (PAI)

Professional Analysis Inc. ($71,000) Annual income. Bahrain.

of a 30,000 SQFT warehouse making daily deliveries to over 25 different USNS ships on any given day from the direction of the site manager/ Government (TPOC) who is the Logistic Manager for MSC. Making sure every item is delivered on time.

With all correct supporting documents and 1149 paperwork and 1348 (TCMD) as it is requested.

I also work closely with the Air Routers if a CASREP needs to be sent to Dubai or Oman I usually have this item on a flight in a 24 hours turn around process.

URS/AECOM – Warehouse Specialist

Follows standard operating procedures of processing of material to verify each item that comes into the facility is accounted for correctly. Received packages and ensure the items meet the requirements of MIL-STD 129N.

Input data to DSS, an automated supply system, using handheld scanners. Prepared reports for anticipated handling of classified materials/works directly in classified processing center shipping out all CASREPS material. Licensed to drive a forklift.

Previous Employment:

United States Navy, Leading Petty Officer, 20 years of Honorable Service

Leading Petty Officer for 28 Sailors tasked with augmenting USNS FLINT (T-AE-32) during a high-visibility 5th Fleet AOR mission. Executed the off-load of ordinance and ammunition that resulted in zero safety mishaps. Effective time management and attention to detail saved the MSC both time and money, resulted in being selected as CART III and SOQ FY13 and SOY FY14. Lead professional development and on the job training resulting in three advancements within the unit, one SOQ, JSOQ and BJOQ.

Leading Petty Officer for Military Sealift Command (MSC) managed 28 personnel to ensure proper completion of required documents and tasks. Conducted personal inspections to ensure comliance with military standards. Performed disciplinary reviews for non-conformance of military standards, assigned corrective actions and ensure the completion of required corrective action.

Command Financial Specialist in charge of 120 personnel, conducted presentations related to personnel finance and advised personnel on issues related to legal and financial issues, such as automobile purchase, landlord/tenant rights, and credit rights.

As a Government Technical Product Representative I was responsible for complex contract audits ensuring their correct execution. I created corrective action reports to address noncompliance and discrepancies. Input data related to audits into various database applications and spreadsheets. Oversaw 150 audits at 12 forwarding operating bases in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Ensured contractors completed corrective actions to mitigate life, health, and safety issues resulting in improved living conditions for over 3,000 personnel. Trained and mentored 20 contracting officer representatives resulting in decreased security incidents at 11 remote bases. Ensured that 20 million dollars of health, life, and safety services were in compliance with contractual requirements by travelling weekly to at least 66 desolate and hostile frontline bases. Conducted personal inspections to ensure compliance with military standards. Performed disciplinary reviews for non-conformance of military standards, assigned corrective actions and ensure the completion of required corrective action.

Assistant Leading Petty Officer for 30 Sailors on the USS Decatur (DDG 73). Led Rigging/Derigging of replenishment stations for refueling at sea. Safely and efficiently transferred 1.5 million gallons of fuel and 110 pallets of stores. Enforced Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations.

Assistant Leading Petty Officer for 25 personnel in the Navy Special Warfare Commnad to ensure compliance with safety standards related to boat support. Assisted in the completion of over 1800 mishap-free operations and over 300 high-risk training operations in support of various missions.

As a section leader in the Harbor Patrol Unit I coordinated the day to day activities of 45 watchmen that patrolled the ports of entry for Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates and the Gulf of Oman. I enabled the safe execution of 300 security escorts in support of coalition ships, ensuring safe passage of over 23,000 sailors. I also, inspected various ships that entered the ports of Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates for contraband and security threats.

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