Adam Arruda, MBA, MCLC

Experience

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  United States Air Force

  Mar 2016 - Nov 2020

  Oversaw the training and development of eight departments, 11 occupations, 17 work centers, and directly managed an assistant training specialist.★ Authored Career Development Course recognition policy - rewarding high-performing workers.★ Presented training statistics to senior executives quarterly; suggested solutions to identified inadequacies.★ Overhauled tracking/distribution methods increasing completion of training requirements.★ Restructured on-boarding/off-boarding processes/procedures.★ Created Google Calendar enabling smoother lines of communication/accountability for events and deadlines. Show less Responsible for the overall training program for an airfield operations squadron to include on-boarding, personal/professional development, and developing training solutions. ★ Refurbished airfield operations training programs by developing real-time data extraction methods necessary to make strategic decisions.★ Designed a Training SharePoint/Website devoted to reducing training time while cutting costs and reducing work hours (Lean Six Sigma). This consisted of loading 9 courses for 520 members and reducing 256 hours of training time annually.★ Instructed the Air Force Training Course six times increasing annual training capabilities by 7%. Show less Performed in several roles to include physical/installation security, visitor control center operations, and administrative functions deterring potential security threats while building partnerships with the South Korean/Italian Air Force. ★ Entry Controller for seven Protection Level 1 asset missions - identified local Operating Instruction deficiency leading to Air Force rewrite.★ Performed security and law enforcement duties jointly with the South Korean/Italian Air Force, trained in chemical environments, protected PL 1 assets, and responded to numerous incidents.★ Emergency evacuation lead - cleared/secured area and established 500ft perimeter Show less Assistant Head of Security for a Large Vehicle Inspection Station managing 19 personnel through joint security operations and contracted deliveries for the Department of Defense.★ Led Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) by analyzing 3 months of data redirecting 4K man hours annually.★ Authored inspection checklist identifying/rectifying 29 deficiencies resulting in 100% compliance.★ Developed entry plan coordinating timely execution of 1.2K cement trucks, managed six personnel, and enabled a $3 million NATO/165K sq ft airfield restoration project.★ Managed installation entry vetting over 3K credentials enabling 12.5K contracts for 55 CE projects/$31M.★ Acquired/pioneered bio-metric human detection system eliminating trafficking/smuggling threat. Show less Ensured the safety of 10K personnel/resources through processing/vetting host nation contractors access to the installation to perform critical military functions.★ Revamped escort tracker, oversaw 171 personnel & 600 escorts over 7 geographically separated locations ensuring $71M equipment was delivered annually.★ Managed accountability of all contractors/escorts, processing/filing appropriate paperwork, and developing security procedures - decreased visibility of vehicle inspections. Show less

  • Senior Training Specialist

    Apr 2020 - Nov 2020

  • Education and Training Manager

    Oct 2018 - Apr 2020

  • Security Forces Specialist

    Jan 2014 - Oct 2018

  • Assistant Security Manager

    Dec 2017 - Sept 2018

  • Administrative Security Assistant

    Mar 2016 - Dec 2017
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  United States Department of the Air Force

  Dec 2020 - Jun 2021

  Acquisition Program Manager

  Developed, implemented, and controlled contractual, financial, and technical aspects of the CNS/ATM program through designated phases of the acquisition cycle. ★ Planned, organized, directed, and coordinated activities of functional specialists including contracting, engineering, manufacturing, program control, configuration/data management, test, and logistics.★ Reviewed and directed the progress of contractors in meeting program objectives. ★ Represented the organization at executive levels within the Government and to contractor/industry representatives. Show less

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  Dillard's Inc.

  Aug 2021 - Nov 2021

  Sales Associate

  Provided excellent care to all Dillard's guests by promoting company’s products and services through excellent guest services.★ Consistent Top 10 Sales Associate★ Responsible for achieving personal sales goals while helping the team reach its objectives.★ Assisted the development and growth of the business within the shoe department through efficient and knowledgeable sales. ★ Stayed current on fashion trends while having the ability to merchandise and control inventory.

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  United States Department of the Air Force

  Dec 2021 - Jun 2023

  Managed all administrative support programs for the unit commander.★ CPI focused; improved in/out-processing procedures by creating premade packets with detailed instructions to alleviate repetitive information briefings to new personnel. ★ Unit Fitness Program Manager - Tracked unit fitness requirements, manages the Fitness Improvement Program (FIP), acted as a liaison between Physical Training Leaders (PTL) and the Fitness Information Manager (FIM). Ensured currency of PTL/UFPM certifications and PFAs. ★ Drug Demand Reduction Trusted Agent - Managed the coordination of daily urinalysis tests. ★ Unit Training Manager - Compiled, analyzed, and provided statistical training data to senior execs regarding the status of required training for 300+ personnel. Show less

  • Training Technician

    Oct 2022 - Jun 2023

  • Unit Program Coordinator

    Dec 2021 - Oct 2022
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  Wichita County

  Jun 2023 - Aug 2024

  Veteran Service Officer

  Assist veterans and their families in accessing federal and state benefit programs, filing claims, representing them in VA hearings, and providing information on available resources.★ National Association of Counties Best Practices Award Winner★ Increased office productivity and customer service, over 100% increase in operations from June 2023 to January 24.★ Reviewed thousands of medical records, processed hundreds of disability compensation claims, survivor benefit claims, and burial reimbursement expenses. Awarded disabled veterans in excess of $1 million in retroactive compensation which directly impacts the economy in Wichita County. Show less

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  GSA

  Sept 2024 - now

  Policy Analyst

  Data Expert/Program SME★ Develop the Acquisition Workforce through data analytics/informed decision-making/policy recommendations.★ Identify and manipulate relevant raw data to determine trends/streamline processes in the development of our Acquisition Workforce.★ Data integrity is of the utmost importance.