James A Morello

Cell #: 910-***-****

Email: adtcbf@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE

Add value to a high-performance team of professionals through energy, dynamic and motivational leadership, and innovative communication focused with strong training and technical capabilities.

EDUCATION

·Masters of Science in Project Management at Embry-Riddle AU, 2016

·Bachelors of Science in Technical Management at Embry-Riddle AU, 2012

·Associate of Applied Science Degree, Mechanical Design and Drafting, Morrison Institute of Technology, 1986

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Secret, (In-Active Military Top Secret, SCI)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

·21+ years Project Management, emphases on Instruction and Training, Project leader relating to effective training, enhanced job satisfaction and productivity.

·20+ years of instructing/teaching with military and civilian personnel.

·15+ years of instructor experience at an AFSOC training squadron.

·15+ years of experience with developing capability requirements generation and documentation.

·Experience with COD packages, including key performance parameters (KPPs), Key System Attributes (KSA), and Additional Performance Attributes (APAs).

·Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

·Experience with military and DoD Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) and military strategic planning process.

·Experience as a combat developer or trained in force modification preferred

·Excellent analytical skills.

·Developed and managed quality assurance programs, ensuring product accuracy and consistency.

·Expert in directing training programs, task evaluations, and evaluating compliance with policies and procedures.

·Trained, directed, and ensured compliance with military/government organizations.

·Highly experienced in the planning and briefing of executive level military and civilian personnel.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

·Planned and managed multiple training courses during expanding needs; though requirements increased, costs significantly decreased through improved practices; tens of thousands of dollars saved.

·Experienced in instructional design and development, and delivery in wide range of subjects.

·Developed and instructed courses providing expectations, performance reviews, interpersonal skills, and conflict management.

·Experienced Instructor Supervisor with mentoring and on-boarding of new instructor personnel.

·Trained personnel on operations and safety of multiple equipment platforms and systems.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

USAF Civil Service GS 11 - Control School Instructor Dec. 2008 – May 2022

Manage departmental team for all training aspects in and outside of classroom settings. Prepare and submit request for quotes for equipment, maintenance and continuing services. Instruct and mentor Special Warfare Trainees on basic weapons knowledge and skills, communications equipment, and principles, patrolling and survival techniques, and core AFSC competencies. Upward and lateral coordination to ensure training is proficient and effective and is in compliance with set processes and procedures.

United States Air Force Jun 1987 – Jul 2008

Station Operations Manager, Dec. 2006 – Jul. 2008, - Managed and trained Special Operations Weather Team (SOWT) Detachment in preparation for rapid deployment into combat operations. Supervised personnel conducting combat and garrison weather operations for the US Army Special Operations Command's (USASOC) Provided resource protection to over 2,500 personnel and $210 million in DoD equipment. Served as the First Sergeant, Security Manager, COMSEC, Unit Training Manager, Equipment Custodian, Weapons Control Officer Awards and Decorations Monitor.

Meteorological Team Manager, Sep. 1997 – Dec. 2006, - Conducted meteorological and oceanographic operations. Issued advisories/warnings for protection of 600 personnel and $600M in equipment. Maintained $100,000 of tactical equipment in a go-to-war state. Collected, analyzed, and disseminated surface, radar, and upper-air weather in support of national and theater agencies and combatant headquarters. Conducted duties as the Security Manager, COMSEC, Unit Training Manager, Equipment Custodian, Weapons Control Officer Awards.

Meteorological Technician/Forecaster U.S. Air Force, Aug. 1991 – Jul. 1997 - Responsible for the production, dissemination and monitoring of all meteorological products/data, interpretation/dissemination of NEXRAD data and all flight crew related products/data for a given shift for the Northeast Air Defense Sector (NEADS).

Meteorological Specialist/Observer U.S. Air Force, Jun. 1987 – Jan. 1991 - Responsible for all observer duties during required shift of work.

MILITARY DEPLOYMENT HISTORY

·Jul. 06 – Dec. 06 - Afghanistan; Special Operations Weather Liaison to Commander.

·Jan 05 – Apr 05 - Qatar; Special Operations Weather Liaison to the Commanding General.

·Oct 03 - Dec 03 - Afghanistan; Special Operations Weather forward observer and forecaster/Air Force Liaison to 75th Ranger Regiment.

·Jan 02 - Sep 02 - Afghanistan; Special Operations Weather Team forward observer and forecaster/Air Force Liaison to 3rd Battalion.

·Apr 98 - Aug 98 - Bosnia-Herzegovina; Staff Weather Officer for mission planning, execution and recovery of over 100 special operations forces personnel.

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