Rene Valentine

Experience

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  The Citadel

  May 2015 - Dec 2018

  Naval Midshipman
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  United States Marine Corps

  Jan 2019 - Jan 2022

  ➢ Responsible for leading, supervising, and managing the Combat Marksmanship Program, Marine Corps Forces West Coast. ➢ Led a team of 50 personnel operating three ranges and delivering recurrent marksmanship training to 22,000 Marines annually. ➢ Provide 3-days of classroom and 11-days of hands-on weapons application, focusing on safety and engagement techniques. ➢ Track, evaluate, and score participants, awarding the ranks of Marksman, Sharpshooter, or Expert upon course completion. ➢ Function as the Officer in Charge of a 2-million-dollar command & control center, monitoring and evaluating real time data. ➢ Delivered briefings to the Commanding General on critical incidents ranging from Class A aircraft mishaps to loss of life events. ➢ Supervised 50 military and 10 civilian officers enforcing federal/state/military laws at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. ➢ Served a base population of 80,000 residents, responding to event scenes ranging from petty offenses to violent felonies

  • Director – Marksmanship Training Division – Marine Corps Installations West (O-2)

    Jan 2021 - Jan 2022

  • Senior Watch Officer – Marine Corps Installations West (O-2)

    Jan 2020 - Jan 2021

  • Watch Commander – Marine Corps Installations West (O-2)

    Jan 2019 - Jan 2021
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  Flex Air Flight Training

  Sept 2022 - Apr 2023

  Flight Instructor Intern

  ➢ Selected to participate in a 6-month Department of Defense Skill Bridge Program, earning advanced civilian flight ratings. ➢ Completed knowledge and practical exams for Instrument, Commercial SE/ME, and Certified Flight Instructor in 5-months. ➢ Developed comprehensive knowledge of airmanship, navigation, airspace, aeronautical decision making, and FAR Part 91 rules.➢ Participate in formal ground school lessons focused on instructing fundamentals, learning styles, and curriculum development. Show less

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  SkyWest Airlines

  Nov 2022 - now

  ➢ Attend monthly educational meetings highlighting aeronautics, turbine engine systems, professionalism, and aeromedical factors.➢ Interface with company sponsor, providing updates on ratings, flight times, and progress towards restricted ATP requirements.

  • First Officer

    Jul 2024 - now

  • Cadet

    Nov 2022 - Jul 2024
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  U.S. Marine Corps Reserve

  Mar 2023 - Jul 2024

  Senior Watch Officer, Marine Corps Installations West

  ➢ Supervise and lead a team of service members serving in the Emergency Operation Center during critical event scenarios.

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  Riverside Flight Academy

  Apr 2023 - Mar 2024

  Certified Flight Instructor - CFI-I/MEI

  1. Deliver ground and flight training to primary and advanced students seeking ratings and certification under FAR Parts 61/141. 2. Teach fundamentals of flight, airmanship, decision making, airspace/navigation, normal and emergency procedures.3. Evaluate and document student progress, provide appropriate endorsements for solo flight, knowledge exams, and checkrides. 4. Specialize in providing flight and ground instruction for Military ATP-MEL applicants in Multi-Engine Aircraft.

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  Anywhere ATP

  Nov 2023 - Apr 2024

  Chief Pilot

  1. Ensuring the safe and efficient operation of all flights.2. Managing class scheduling and student correspondence.3. Managing and supervising flight crews ensuring standardization of high quality training.4. Developing and implementing instructor pilot training programs.5. Monitoring compliance with all relevant aviation regulations.6. Managing safety management and emergency response procedures during student flights.

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  Army National Guard

  Sept 2024 - now

  Military Police, Commissioned Officer