Public Administration & Budget Specialist with Clearance

JESSE MCCARREL

**** ***** **** • Hope Mills, NC *8348

757-***-**** • **********@*****.***

Security Clearance: Secret (Awarded 2000)

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Public Administration and Operations Professional with 23+ years of experience in government, military, and civilian organizations. Skilled in program administration, budget management, housing operations, and interagency coordination, with a proven record of ensuring policy compliance, financial accountability, and effective service delivery. Holds an active Secret Security Clearance and excels at building partnerships across agencies and communities to support organizational goals.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Public Administration & Program Oversight

Policy Implementation & Regulatory Compliance

Budget Management & Financial Reporting

Intergovernmental & Community Relations

Operations & Facilities Management

Records & Data Administration

IT Systems & Technical Support

Stakeholder Communication & Service Delivery

Personnel Tracking & Emergency Response

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Budget Analyst, General Dynamics Regional Support Center, Fort Bragg, NC

May 2023 – Present

Administers financial operations, including billing, payments, and contract compliance for government clients. Prepares and analyzes financial reports, ensuring adherence to federal standards and audit requirements. Maintains accountability for official expenditure documentation and provide responsive customer service.

Budget Analyst (GS-7), State Military Reservation – Virginia Beach, VA (Oct 2019 – May 2023)

Served as primary point of contact for administrative budget matters supporting state and federal operations.

Coordinated billing, managed event funding requests, and ensured proper allocation of resources.

Oversaw multi-department budget tracking and reporting in compliance with state and military regulations.

Housing Manager (GS-9), State Military Reservation – Virginia Beach, VA (Oct 2017 – Oct 2019- Directed housing operations, including inspections, occupancy management, and database oversight .

Enforced compliance with DOD housing policies and ensured equitable service delivery to military tenants.

Coordinated correspondence, tenant services, and logistical support for assigned housing units.

Deputy Sheriff, Chesapeake Sheriff’s Office – Chesapeake, VA (Dec 2017 – Mar 2019)

Supported judicial operations by overseeing intake, release, and secure records processes.

Coordinated detainee scheduling for court appearances while ensuring compliance with legal protocols.

Assisted in community outreach and public safety programs, strengthening civic trust.

MILITARY EXPERIENCE

Operations Manager, State Military Reservation – Virginia Beach, VA (Jul 2015 – March 2023)

Organized base operations, including meetings, security checks, and personnel accountability.

Conducted facility audits, managed key control systems, and supported emergency response coordination.

Partnered with multiple agencies to ensure readiness and policy compliance across operations.

Range Operations/IT Specialist/Range Safety Officer, Virginia Army National Guard – Fort Pickett Maneuver Training Center (Oct 2011 – Jul 2015)

Delivered IT and technical support for military operations, maintaining networks and hardware/software systems.

Scheduled training ranges (RFMSS) while enforcing compliance with safety standards and operational policies.

Supported training readiness through inventory management and system administration.

Senior IT Specialist, VAARNG, 2nd 183rd Cavalry Bravo Troop, Suffolk, VA (Mar 2011 – Oct 2011)

Network Manager, VAARNG, Charlie Company (Oct 2007 – Mar 2011)

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (In Progress) — University of North Carolina at Pembroke. Coursework includes leadership, organizational management, public service, and communication strategies relevant to public administration.

Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology — ITT Technical Institute, May 2005

MILITARY AWARDS & HONORS

Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal; Army Commendation Medal; Good Conduct Medal; Flag Letter of Accommodation (Operation Iraqi Freedom); National Defense Service Medal; Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) Service Medal & Expeditionary Medal; Army Service Ribbon; Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (2)

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