Career Air Force Airman with broad experience in Civil Engineering and Project Management. Excellent leadership experience overseeing various size groups including a Wing consisting of 1,800 warriors as Command Chief (Operation Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom). Awarded Top Distinction Manager in the Air Force for leadership as a Chief Master Sergeant (E-9). Extensive experience with the Departments of State and Defense in project management and Global US Embassy construction, maintenance and renovation. Well developed academic and experiential human behavior and counseling skills ranging from individual to group counseling of subordinates, peers and superiors. Carry Top Security Clearance (SCI). Currently completing requirements for Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and Master of Science degree in Project management.
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
• Excellent project management skills coordinating all facets of construction: planning, implementation, oversight, budgeting and adherence to timelines. Managed a military Civil Engineering Squadron budget in excess of $86 million annually. Trained in multiple trades including Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning (HVAC), electrical, structural and plumbing.
• Led and managed several renovation and construction projects at high security US Embassies throughout the world. Interfaced with ambassadors to ensure that timely and quality results were consistently provided.
• In-depth training and experience in management and leadership over a 30-year career. Graduated second in class at Senior Leadership Academy (class of 365 students).
• Extensive experience in management and leadership roles during career as Air Force Airman leading at the Squadron and Wing levels and attaining the rank of Chief Master Sergeant (E-9), the highest possible rank an enlisted member in the Air Force can achieve.
• The attainment of the Masters degree in Counseling and Human Development resulted in a supportive leadership style and stress free work environment, which culminated in motivated and effective employees. As the Squadron leader, also dealt with critical personnel issues including suicide attempts, financial issues and deaths. Trained and worked on the crisis action team dealing with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder of returning warriors.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
EDUCATION
Master of Science Degree (MS) in Counseling and Human Development,
Troy State University, Troy, Alabama
Bachelors of Science Degree (BSc.) in Sociology, Saint Leo College, Florida,
Associate of Science Degree in Electrical and Mechanical Technology,
Community College of the Air Force
Associate of Science Degree in Construction Management,
Community College of the Air Force
Senior NCO Academy, Maxwell Alabama, 2000 (Distinguished Graduate, #2 in class of 365)
PAUL S. KAPLAN, BSc., MS
Retired Chief Master Sergeant, United States Air Force
Cell: 916-849-9221 email: Kaplanp[at]att.net
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EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE Chief Civil Engineering Manager (2003-2009)
Anderson Air Force Base Jan 2007 to Oct 2008, Guam
Travis Air Force Base Dec 2003 to Jan 2007, Travis, CA
• Managed six executive level section heads with a staff of 650 civilian and military employees.
• Responsible for day to day operations of a $2 billion Air Force Base. Managed a $56 million budget while ensuring proper manning, assignments, promotions, decorations, performance evaluations and personnel policy for Civil Engineering group including environmental restoration/compliance, fire department, emergency management, explosive ordinance disposal , engineers, architects and traditional skills
• Frequent interaction with Headquarters Air Force and Major Command ensured the health of the Air Force Civil Engineering field. Provided strategic guidance to Commanders affecting enlisted personnel world-wide.
• Provided input and counsel during the first full scale restructuring of the Civil Engineering career field in 20 years. Briefed Air Force Chief of Staff and dignitaries on requirements in Iraq culminating in numerous positive changes being implemented.
Air Force Enlisted (Airman to Senior Master Sergeant) (1978-2003)
• Multiple assignments spanning the Civil Engineering field encompassing HVAC, electrical, structural and plumbing trades; logistics, emergency management and training positions.
• Operations and Project Manager of a diverse team tasked with renovation of US Embassies worldwide (4 years); leader of facility maintenance section (4 years), HVAC installation and repair shop (5 years) and other tasks related to the Civil Engineering field.
AWARDS
Army Bronze Star Award
Meritorious Service Medals (two awards)
Commendation Medals (five awards)
Achievement Medals (six awards)
Unit citation with Valor
MG Ahearn Leadership Distinction Award; #1 in Air Force recognizing leadership of personnel, 2001
Military Manager of the Year Award, Pacific Air Force, 2000
MEMBERSHIPS & ACTIVITIES
Project Designer & Manager, United Service Organization (USO) of Guam 2007-2008
Member, Air Force Sergeants Association, 1998-2009
Member, Society of America Military Engineers, 2004-2008
Member, Noncommissioned Officer (NCO)Association, 2004-2009
Professor of, Sociology University of Alaska at Fairbanks 1990-1991
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