CARLOS CLEMENTS

Experience

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  9th Special Operations Squadron Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC)

  Feb 1996 - Jun 1998

  MC-130P Loadmaster

  Responsible for all primary duties on the MC-130P Combat Shadow aircraft in a unit whose mission includes long-range infiltration/exfiltration and resupply of Special Operation Forces. Maintained qualifications in day/night low-level flight, helicopter air refueling, in-flight refueling, night vision goggle (NVG) operations, and aerial delivery of personnel and equipment. Supervised the loading, unloading, distribution and restraint of cargo aboard unit assigned aircraft. Executed the safe handling and proper deployment of aircraft pyrotechnics. Prepared and reviewed all load manifest, hazardous cargo certificates, border clearances and aircraft weights and balance clearance forms. Operated aircraft subsystems and analyzed and corrected equipment and cargo malfunctions. Also Maintained additional qualifications on the C-130E aircraft. Additional duties included serving as a mobility officerKey Results and Awards• Graduated with Honors maintaining a 96.3% average during basic training (1996)• Invaluable support in the preflight and launch of aircraft during the 16 Special Operation Wings Operational Readiness Inspection (ORI) directly contributed to the 9th SOS recieving a rating of "Outstanding" for mission effectiveness by the inspectors (1997)• Designed and implemented a program to more accurately track squadron member's immunizations and reduced non compliance and overdue's by 67% (1996)• Personally chosen by the commander to be 1 of 10 persons on the base of 4500 military and 8500 civilians to be specially trained to do personnel recovery for downed aircraft globally (1997-1998) Show less

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  17th Special Operations Squadron (17th SOS) Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC)

  Jun 1998 - Jun 2000

  MC-130P Loadmaster

  Responsible for all primary duties on the MC-130P Combat Shadow aircraft in a unit whose mission includes long-range infiltration/exfiltration and resupply of Special Operation Forces. Maintained qualifications in day/night low-level flight, helicopter air refueling, in-flight refueling, night vision goggle (NVG) operations, and aerial delivery of personnel and equipment. Supervised the loading, unloading, distribution and restraint of cargo aboard unit assigned aircraft. Executed the safe handling and proper deployment of aircraft pyrotechnics. Prepared and reviewed all load manifest, hazardous cargo certificates, border clearances, and aircraft weights and balance clearance forms. Operated aircraft subsystems and analyzed and corrected equipment and cargo malfunctions. Also Maintained additional qualifications on the C-130E aircraft. Additional duties included primary Munitions Custodian and Assistant Weapons CustodianKey Results and Awards• 353 Special Operation Group Red Irwin Award winner (1999) • Totally Revamped the $144K Squadron Weapons account resulting in zero discrepancies (1999)• Chosen to be the point of contact and liaison for an extremely sensitive political/cultural issue with the Japanese Government concerning the squadrons armory and ammunition. • Outstanding leadership during an Operational Readiness Inspection (ORI) which directly contributed to the "Excellent" rating for the 17th SOS (1999)• Personally singled out and commended by the (ORI) team for outstanding dedication and attention to detail• Hand selected by the Commander to lead a last minute work detail to inventory the entire 353 Special Operations Group's Chemical Warfare Defense Assets. Reorganized the detail by breaking down workers into manageable groups and tasked them with smaller assignments. Completed the detail in 75% less time than required in previous years. Awarded the Group Commander's Gold Coin for accomplishment (2000) Show less

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  67th Special Operations Squadron, Air Force Special Operation Command (AFSOC)

  Jun 2000 - Jun 2006

  Information Technology (IT) and Computers Lead, Current Operations and Lead Supply Officer

  Oversaw $400K worth of computers and IT assets. Managed 76 aircrew personnel/6 aircraft and a 2350 hour annual flying hour program with zero operational cancels due to scheduling.Key Results and Awards• Graduated in the top 8% of class during Airman Leadership School (2001)• Performance recognized with being awarded The Non Commissioned Officer of the 1st Quarter of 2005• Key in the Squadron receiving the (AFSOC) Accident Free Flying Hour Award (2004). • Identified several thousand dollars of reimbursable expenses charged to squadron accounts and ensured they were refunded, which effectively increased unit funding (July 2002 - June 2004)• Successfully orchestrated the complete revamping of Aerial Delivery safety procedures and documentation (June 2001 - November 2002)• Specifically chosen by the commander to instruct new personnel in theater and unit special qualifications for the United Kingdom operations (September 2000 - May 2006)• By meticulously balancing both the training schedule with real-world deployments and missions, was able to maintain a 96% completion record for training (August 2000 - July 2002) Show less

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  550th Special Operation Squadron United States Air Force

  Aug 2006 - Aug 2011

  Officer in Charge of Future Plans, Instructor Loadmaster

  Conducted training for an Air Education Training Command that is a selectively manned unit responsible for over 370 Air Combat Command, Air Force Special Operation Command (AFSOC), Air National Guard and Air Reserve Command aircrew per year. Conducted mission qualification/requalification/instructor training for 245 mission-ready aircrew members & executed a $6 Million/967 flying hour program. Managed ground and flight training programs for over 120 instructors/450 currencies with 11 aircraft spanning 3 air frames.Key results:Contributed to the graduation of 815 Special Operations and Personnel recovery aircrew members. Streamlined the pre-departure checklists saving 2 days preparation time off every off-station training event. Selfless volunteerism earned sole selection as the 58th Special Operation Wing Volunteer of the Year, 2009. Show less

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  United States Air Force

  Sept 2010 - Feb 2016

  Worldwide Crises Response Team Chief

  Organize and leads 40 member Response Teams for the military command's 911- response force. Plans mission from cradle to grave ensuring outlined operations are executed on time and within budget. Builds teams according to mission requirements, ensures deployment requirements are met, and leads the team throughout the operation. Once in place, provides vital command and control for all incoming and outgoing aircraft.Key Results:• Planned and executed nine Chiefs of Staff exercises and 2 real world missions. Provided command and control operations for 87 aircraft and moved over 1.9 million tons of cargo.• Mission planning acumen and team leadership abilities resulted in the selection to fill the lead in squadron’s Training position. Show less

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  Washington State Department of Ecology

  Aug 2021 - now

  Spills Prevention, Preparedness, and Response Program Manager

  Protects, preserves and restores Washington's environment. Our vision is to create a zero spill world. Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. We are a team that is highly effective, collaborative, with leadership who embraces the value of people.