Security Forces Operations Manager

NICK MELENKA

Ridgeville, SC *****

210-***-**** adch3m@r.postjobfree.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/Nick-Melenka/

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Accomplished Program Manager with more than 24 years of experience within a large, diverse organization. Expertise in Operations, Logistics, Training & Development and Human Resources. Breadth of experience as an astute problem solver, analyzing data and detecting emerging trends to identify and develop process improvements. Skilled at motivating teams, developing operating procedures and conduct training. Managed program budgets while managing risk, safety and compliance. AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Logistics Management Operations Management Project / Program Management Resource Management Contract Management Team Leadership Inventory Management HR / Organizational Leadership Training and Development PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

United States Air Force – Various Locations 1996 – Present Senior Operations Manager, Training & Logistics Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany Oct 2017 – Present Led 13 Direct Reports and 275 personnel in operations to support resources and facilities valued at $59M. Oversee and direct all flights in and out of the installation, the K9 program, POTUS Missions in the region and command training. Directed the logistical and administrative operations for squadron’s mobility section, the US Air Force Europe’s only Small Unmanned Aerial System. Foster professional development by providing individual coaching and mentoring to subordinate staff.

• Orchestrated security plans and implemented policies to protect $3.4B in Department of Defense (DoD) assets; equipped 232 Security Forces personnel supporting base defense operations for 9.4K personnel.

• Developed project plans for 15 projects valued at $3.5M, aligning process improvement with priorities, delivering stakeholder objectives ahead of schedule and under initial cost.

• Revamped unit training program by implementing a 216 hour Annual Training Plan for 230 personnel which standardized training and enhanced mission readiness.

• Constructed Access databases to streamline processes and enhance employee tracking systems. Reduced labor by 85% and for the opportunity of human error.

• Executed and allocated resources for a $960K operating budget which maintenance of 30 vehicles worth $1.1M. Operations Manager, Resources & Logistics Dover Air Force Base, Delaware Apr 2017 – Oct 2017 Oversaw resources and logistics for outgoing deployments, maintaining assets and $300K annual budget leading 30 personnel, governing equipment for a 331-person unit, 3 direct reports, $12M in deployable assets and weapon systems of $3.4M.

• Directed a 30-person logistics team / $50M vehicle fleet which sustained operations at 100%.

• Guided technical training for 3.3K personnel, ensuring safety, fundamentals and quarterly inspections.

• Managed fleet of 32 vehicles and 1.2K combat weapons systems valued at $3.4M.

• Created $960K spend plan; filled equipment gaps--outfitted 232 personnel with new combat gear.

• Identified Fiscal year budget deficit; liaised with higher headquarters to secure $250K used to purchase upgraded equipment for the installation.

Operations Manager, Training Dover Air Force Base, Delaware Oct 2015 – Apr 2017 Managed 194 employees across 7 direct reports executed physical security and law enforcement operations protecting 12K personnel and $7.5B in DoD assets. Managed the K9 program, oversaw POTUS missions in the region, directed the RAVEN program and managed all training sections amounting to 220 hours a year. During deployment to Afghanistan, led the Wing’s largest unit of 546 personnel supporting 50K flight operations which enabled 2.5K combat operations / flights.

• Led 550 employees from 18 career fields during a 7-month deployment, oversaw $60M in contracts, transported 10K passengers & 6K tons of cargo in austere environment, aided 7K customers.

• Analyzed crime data, developed intelligence program targeting trends and devised course of action plan which eliminated 90-man hours and decreased crime rate by 10%.

• Oversaw $195K biometric upgrade project, responsible for eliminating 126 unauthorized entries.

• Managed $3.9M budget / $59M equipment account utilized to conduct daily and contingency operations.

• Restructured organization to align work-centers, implementing new eight-hour shift schedule, allowing more time off to employees while increasing productivity. Improving personnel’s quality of family life. NICK MELENKA PG. 2

Program Manager, Security & Risk Management Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea Sep 2014 – Sep 2015 Headed the Antiterrorism and Force Protection (AT / FP) program for a 2.1K acre installation, 350 miles of roads, 2.2K facilities and DoD assets worth $4.9B to safeguard 7.3K personnel.

• Monitored and organized 291 item inspection checklist, identified and corrected 31 critical deficiencies, increased compliance by 33%.

• Directed base vulnerability assessment; prioritized risks to assets and implemented new security plans to mitigate critical vulnerabilities.

• Increased antiterrorism upgrade through installation of $715K blast resistant glass for 3 dorms, mitigated threats and ensured safety and security of 432 personnel.

• Analyzed local and organization-wide intelligence, built courses of action to counter threats, mitigated vulnerabilities and reduced risks.

• Authored antiterrorism plan which ensured compliance across DoD and Pacific region regulation. Security Operations Manager / Training Evaluator Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska Aug 2008 – Aug 2014 Directed 650 personnel from various units and armed services for the Department of the Air Force Police during normal and contingency operations securing the largest wing with dispersed across 4K acres and advised executive leadership on incidents.

• Developed and implemented policies, plans and security procedures for $9.1B in DoD assets and safeguarded 57K personnel included projects for base entry safeguards, Emergency Operations Center (EOC), air shows, etc.

• Inspected 33 areas, oversaw 1.3K checklist items, identified and corrected 234 discrepancies and eliminated critical deficiencies, led to an “excellent” rating during Air Force headquarters inspection.

• Administered 4 phase evaluation for 23 work center operations and certification process for 516 personnel, validated and re-wrote 1.7K database test bank and developed 98 task performance checklist.

• Lauded by Chief Executive Officer for US Strategic Command for execution and delivery of security for NATO visit of 81 Distinguished Visitors from 23 countries with no incidents.

• Directed self-inspection program, prepare 350 Air Force personnel for the first Air Combat Command Inspector General nuclear inspection in 12 years, evaluating 1.3K compliance objectives aiding wing in attaining 100% rating. Instructor Supervisor / Training Instructor Lackland Air Force Base, Texas Feb 2004 – Aug 2008 Built, trained and inspired a high-performing team to deliver training to 5,300 law enforcement and security trainees annually.

• Maintained applicable training records and schedules, assigned instructors for training course to improve technical and instructional proficiency.

• Supervised use of training materials; reviewed / approved lesson plans, conducted monthly instructor evaluations for 14 instructors.

• Collaborated with Curriculum Development to update and develop course curriculum, materials and training aids, established syllabus and assembled information for the development of new course.

• Recognized for excellence with several unit awards for rewriting the course from 51 days of training to 65 to enhance program to include real-world hands on training.

• Led largest operational risk safety program for 114 instructors, 14 training areas and over 1,500 students daily. Avoided 1.2K mishaps and continued to provide process improvements. EDUCATION CERTIFICATIONS:

Masters of Business Administration, American Military University, Virginia, Expected Graduation 2022, GPA 4.0/4.0 Bachelors of Science, Information Systems Management, University of Maryland University College, GPA 3.39/4.0 Associate of Applied Science, Instructor of Technology & Military Science, Community College of Air Force Associate of Applied Science, Criminal Justice, Community College of Air Force Associate of Arts, Computer Studies, University of Maryland, University College PMP, Project Management Professional Certification in progress, PMI, Expected 2020 PMC, Professional manager Certification, Community College of the Air Force Occupational Instructor Certificate, Community College of the Air Force Information Systems Management Certificate, University of Maryland University College

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