SHAWN ROVARIS
Prairieville, Louisiana, ***** 504-***-**** *********@*****.*** Linkedin
SUMMARY
Result-driven Transportation Supervisor with over 10 years of experience in Transportation, Logistics Coordination, and Operations Management. Demonstrated success in Fleet Management, Air and Ground Operations, and Leadership, consistently delivering efficiency improvements and cost-effective logistics solutions. As a veteran of the United States Army, I leverage my strong problem-solving, communication, and strategic planning skills to ensure operational excellence. Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, research, writing, and proofreading, I am known for my exceptional diplomacy and cargo handling expertise, always
SKILLS
• Logistics Management
• Supply Chain Coordination
• Fleet and Transportation
Operations
• Warehouse & Inventory
Control
• Communication
• Data Analysis & Forecasting
• Lean Logistics & Cost
Reduction
• Customs & Compliance
Knowledge
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel,
Word)
• Distribution & Freight Management
• Team Leadership & Supervision
• Vendor & Carrier Relations
• Strategic Planning & Route Optimization
• Time Management & Prioritization
• Problem-Solving
EDUCATION
Master's in Logistics: Logistics And Supply Chain Management Expected in 2026 Trident International University Cypress, CA
Bachelor of Science: Leadership 01/2023
Trident International University Cypress, CA
United States Army –
• Senior Leaders Course
• Group Instructor Training
• Motor Transportation School
EXPERIENCE
Code Enforcement Supervisor 11/2017 to Current
Fairgrounds Race Course and Slots New Orleans,, LA
• Supervised and guided a team of code enforcement officers, ensuring consistent performance, accountability, and adherence to municipal regulations.
• Oversaw comprehensive facility inspections to detect code violations, safety hazards, and non-compliance issues, initiating timely corrective measures.
• Interpreted and enforced complex local codes, ordinances, and zoning laws to maintain public health and safety standards.
• Developed and implemented proactive enforcement plans and safety protocols, significantly reducing repeat violations and improving regulatory adherence.
• Delivered detailed reports and recommendations to management based on inspection findings, facilitating data- driven decision-making.
Mail Handler 10/2016 to 11/2017
United States Postal Service New Orleans,, LA
• Efficiently unloaded incoming mail from transport vehicles, ensuring timely processing and proper routing to designated dispatch units.
• Sorted and organized mail accurately for designated delivery zones, improving distribution flow and reducing delivery delays.
• Operated mail canceling and processing machinery with precision, contributing to high-volume handling with minimal error rates.
• Managed parcel post operations, including weighing, labeling, and routing packages, resulting in improved package tracking and accuracy.
• Performed various mailroom support duties with flexibility and attention to detail, contributing to smooth daily operations and team efficiency.
Transportation Supervisor 04/2002 to 08/2016
United States Army
• Oversaw transportation operations for 200+ diverse equipment types, coordinating with personnel and maintenance teams to ensure peak operational efficiency, safety compliance, and readiness.
• Directed and supervised a distribution company of 125 personnel and six officers, optimizing workflow, improving morale, and ensuring seamless execution of logistics functions.
• Certified and trained 40+ personnel in the safe operation of transportation equipment, elevating operational standards and reducing equipment-related incidents to zero.
• Planned and executed large-scale fuel logistics, supplying over 495,000 gallons of Class III materials during a high-intensity training exercise, ensuring uninterrupted mission support.
• Improved individual readiness by 100% through strategic scheduling and implementation of night vision drivers' training, enhancing unit capability in low-visibility environments.
• Collaborated with cross-functional leaders, including Operations and Training Managers, to develop and implement fleet maintenance strategies for eight companies, supporting 824 personnel.
• Demonstrated leadership as Acting First Sergeant, entrusted with command responsibilities in peer absence, showcasing dependability, decision-making, and operational oversight under pressure.