Program Analyst with Remote-Work Expertise
Resume:
Michael John Choate
Overland Park. KS 66212
Mobile: 913-***-****
Email: ************@*****.***
Work Experience:
American Indian Records Repository (AIRR)
***** **** *8th St.
Suites #44-47
Lenexa, KS United States
Program Analyst - 11/2008 – 5/23/2025
Supervisor – Hope Melius
Series: 0343 Pay Plan: GS Grade: 12
In my position as a program analyst, I have conducted studies, surveys, and evaluations of program operations to measure the efficiency and effectiveness of the business processes supporting the program. I have participated in and conducted evaluations of the effectiveness of existing and proposed systems, procedures, and best practices. Writing and amending the standard operating procedures.
I am proficient in records management and regularly provide technical guidance and instructions to research staff. I provided recommendations on processes to improvement efficiency of work, (e.g., methods, procedures, and practices to be implemented, modified, changed, or adopted), which also included the improved procedures and techniques for retrieving particular types of information.
In my scope as a detailed supervisor for the AIRR research department, I handled the oversight of research requests including FOIA, education, litigation and general inquiries and ensured information was searched for and compiled per AIRR and other policies and procedures and standards. Assignments involve highly technical work, e.g., screening, selecting, assembling, merging, arranging of records/data, correlating, and analyzing information from a number of sources in connection with special research requests and/or database queries. I worked directly with field support staff and Department of Justice staff in responding to special queries.
As the Safety and Security Officer for the AIRR site since 2009, I was responsible for updating, annually, the Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) which includes preparing, implementation, training, and implementing a plan of action in the event an emergency disrupts normal business operations at the AIRR. On a regular basis, I also reviewed and updated the Occupant Emergency Plan (OEP) at the AIRR. This includes addressing possible emergency situations and what steps management and staff should take to prevent injuries, loss of life, and what actions to take in the event of various emergency scenarios. I conducted annual safety training for all staff and new hires as they are on-boarded.
I am also responsible for the oversite of the security system at the AIRR which includes the positioning of cameras and recording all activity in and outside of the facility.
Archives Technician - 09/2006 - 11/2008
Supervisor: Kathy Tapp
Series: 0343 Pay Plan: GS Grade: 12
As an Archives Technician with the AIRR I was responsible for inventory control and reconciliation of agency records with Office of Trust Records, Office of Historical Trust Accounting and National Archives Records Administration. This included ensuring all record boxes could be located within five minutes and that the contents of the boxes were accurate. I performed searches of the AIRR database to enable the locating of responsive records to the requests I worked on which included the analyzation, evaluation, and completion of research requests from OTR and BIA Officials. These included requests for FOIA, education and litigation.
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SAIC Contractor to the U.S. Geological Survey - 11/2003 - 09/2006
Sioux Falls, SD United States
Native American Liaison
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Collaborated with Tribal Colleges and Tribes on mutual projects that brought economic opportunities to Indian country.
Coordinated with Tribes and Tribal Colleges on Land Science issues with the U.S. Geological Survey via NativeView.
Revised procedures that the Native American Liaison had done in the past and sought new methodology in that regard.
Initiated outreach projects, coordinated more effectively with other USGS programs to avoid replication, and worked to make us more known throughout Indian Country. Demonstrated by envisioning and implementing a newsletter, speaking at workshops, and teaching in the local schools Native American Connections Program.
Conducted queries for clients seeking data and imagery special requests from Tribes using U.S. Geological Survey databases Earth Explorer and Photofinder.
Queried and produced weekly activity reports for supervisor.
Assembled Annual Tribal College Forum Report which included merging and arranging the data. Responsible for drafting, editing, printing, and distribution of report.
Developed presentations and spoke at conferences and workshops regarding USGS policies and regulations and various programs USGS had in cooperation and conjunction with Native American individuals and Tribes.
Supervisor: Mark Barber 605-***-****)
Sac & Fox Tribe of Iowa
Tama, IA United States
03/2003 - 11/2003
Hours per week: 40
Academic Advisor
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
• Implemented and automated a Microsoft Access Database Program for the Tribes Higher Education Program called 2Easy.
• Responsible for training other program staff on how to use the program and how to generate academic reports provided to the Higher Education Director.
• Established a partnership with Tama High School.
• Provided career guidance to students and adult learners.
Supervisor: Rebecca Young Bear 641-***-****)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Life Options Program, Des Moines Public Schools
Des Moines, IA United States
04/2000 - 08/2002
Salary: 42,000.00 USD Per Year
Hours per week: 40
Program Director
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Supervised six program component leaders, twelve tutors, and over sixty students. Conducted regular performance appraisals and evaluations of staff and students.
Formulated, implemented, and adhered to yearly program budgets. Reconciled budget in coordination with oversight monitors.
Made program spending more cost effective by consolidating program components.
Hired when program had been without a Coordinator for five months. Necessitated flexibility and adaptability to be able to revise program needs. This included prioritizing requirements, reestablishing budgetary controls, rebuild professional working relationships, and renewing lapsed contracts with vendors and contractors.
Assessed program needs and analyzed work processes in order to determine and design needed changes in the program to meet and comply with educational requirements.
Oversaw daily operations and supervision of program including leading staff meetings and conducting required monthly training for program leaders.
Collected, computed, and analyzed statistical data (grades, behavioral reports, attendance, and progress). Data was used to evaluate students, gauge program efficiency, and to ensure compliance with School District, State of Iowa, and Federal “No Child Left Behind” educational requirements.
Coordinated annual (semester, and end of year) testing of programs students and comparison group and sent results to program evaluators at the University of Iowa.
Evaluated and recommended educational curriculum utilized by program component leaders in classroom activities.
Coordinated program with other agencies including: SUCCESS, United Way, Greater Des Moines Foundation, and area businesses that employed students.
Responded to tight deadlines. Queried databases to produce academic and status reports needed for reporting and analysis.
Provided technical guidance to program component leaders and tutors on database used to monitor, evaluate, and assess students.
Developed successful grant proposals to United Way and Greater Des Moines Foundation and provided oversight/spend down of grant monies awarded.
Supervisor: Forest Weber 515-***-****)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
State of Iowa Central Iowa Employment and Training
Des Moines, IA United States
04/1997 - 03/2000
Hours per week: 40
Promise Jobs Counselor
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
• Taught Life Skills, Job Club and Assessment II classes to clients in the Welfare to Work Program.
• Entered client paper records/files into new Access Database.
• Assisted clients with job searches and then monitored their employment when they were hired.
• Helped clients establish educational goals including getting their GED or their college diploma.
• Retired old client records for disposition as scheduled.
Supervisor: Ramona Cunningham 515-***-****)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
State of Iowa Central Iowa Employment and Training
Des Moines, IA United States
04/1997 - 03/2000
Hours per week: 40
Summer Youth Coordinator
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
• Coordinated with other State of Iowa Summer Youth workers to ensure compliance with Federal Monies and to develop and implement educational curriculum for program students.
• Taught Academic Enrichment week to students using curriculum I selected at Des Moines Area Community College.
• Assessed and evaluated Summer Youth Students student’s including hiring, evaluating, and placement.
• Produced weekly status reports and also completed a Summer Youth Program Summary when the program concluded each summer. These reports were reviewed by Senior Management within the Promise Jobs Program.
• Coordinated student job placement with area schools and Des Moines Parks and Recreation.
Supervisor: Ramona Cunningham 515-***-****)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
American Indian Council
Des Moines, IA United States
06/1996 - 04/1997
Hours per week: 40
Education and Jobs Counselor
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Evaluated and assessed Native American applicants seeking employment through the Jobs Training Partnership Act (JTPA).
Assisted Native American clients as they worked towards their GED or to attend college.
Provided training to Native American clients as they used the computer lab to develop resumes and conduct job searches.
Supervisor: Christina Molle 816-***-****)
Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Education:
University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA United States
Bachelor's Degree 05/1995
Major: History
Relevant Coursework, Licenses and Certifications:
State of Iowa Teaching License
Job Related Training:
How to Gather and Document User Requirements completed. (May,2012)
National Archives Records Administrative (NARA) Training. (June,2007)
Native American Trust Training. (April,2007)
Records Management Training. (December,2006)
Diversity Training. (July,2005)
Metadata Training. (July,2004)
Procurement Training. (September,2000)
Microsoft Office Training. (August,1997)
Anthony Calaro Des Moines Area Community College Jobs Counselor 515-***-****
Janet Martin Axtell Park Middle School Native American Connections Teacher 605-
Maria Meredith OST/OTR/AIRR Management Analyst 913-***-**** **************@***.***.*** Indicates professional reference
Additional Information:
Performance Award: Office of Trust Records, American Indian Records Repository. (December,2011)
Certificate of Appreciation: For Outstanding Service as a Member of the Workplace Improvement Team. (2010)
Certificate of Appreciation: presenting at the 1st Annual Office of the Special Trustee National Records Management Conference. (August,2008)
Performance Award: Office of Trust Records, American Indian Records Repository. (December,2007)
Friend of Axtell Park Middle School Award.(2004-2006)
Star Award: U.S. Geological Survey.(September,2005)
Star Award: U.S. Geological Survey.(September 2004)
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