TODD DANIELSON
Kennesaw
Summary
Results-driven professional with strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to continuous learning. Excellent communication skills facilitate effective collaboration and contribute to team success. Eager to embrace new challenges while advancing organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. A proactive approach ensures a positive impact on overall performance and results.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager - Transportation Proficiency Center
Air Force Reserve Command
12.2022 - Current
- Assign instructor duties and clearly communicate performance expectations
- Evaluate instructor performance and promptly provide actionable feedback
- Manage and coordinate Mobile Training Team opportunities in assigned programs, outlined participation steps
- Provide technical assistance to reserve units and other DOD agencies as needed and advise on procedural steps involving registration related issues
- Coordinated with various agencies to establish training opportunities expanding utilization of assigned C-130 ground trainer
- Facilitated safety and maintenance requirements for assigned C-130 and C-5 ground training platforms
- Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
Instructor - Transportation Proficiency Center
Air Force Reserve Command
03.2014 - 03.2022
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to improve engagement and knowledge retention.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to ensure curriculum accuracy and relevance.
- Conducted assessments to gauge training effectiveness and identify areas for enhancement.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
C-130 Loadmaster
Air Force Reserve Command
01.2012 - 03.2014
- Managed cargo loading and unloading operations for C-130 aircraft, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated weight calculations and load distributions to optimize aircraft performance and stability.
- Collaborated with flight crew to ensure accurate mission planning and execution based on cargo specifications.
- Flew with crews and handled in-flight cargo needs.
- Adapted quickly to changing mission requirements, prioritizing tasks accordingly for successful completion under tight deadlines.
- Reduced risk of equipment damage by conducting thorough pre-flight and post-flight inspections.
- Maintained operational compliance with aviation safety regulations and good practices.
Ramp Team Chief
Air Force Reserve Command
01.2011 - 06.2011
- Coordinated the loading and unloading of cargo using appropriate material handling equipment to support C-130, C-17, C-5, and coalition forces aircraft operations.
- Maintained a 99.5% on time departure rate.
- Managed $20M vehicles, resulting in meeting operational status, crucial to mission success.
- Personal efforts resulted in hand selection as Base Operations Center liaison, serving as AF presence to ISAF.
- Managed scheduling and deployment of resources, optimizing team effectiveness during operations.
- Provided clear direction to the team through concise communication of expectations and objectives on a regular basis.
Air Transportation Specialist
Air Force Reserve Command
11.2009 - 01.2012
- Coordinated air transportation logistics for personnel and cargo, ensuring timely and efficient operations.
- Collaborated with interdepartmental teams to address logistical challenges and ensure smooth operations.
- Fostered military transportation safety and efficiency.
- Enhanced air transportation efficiency by coordinating and managing cargo movement procedures.
- Trained new personnel on air transportation procedures and operational standards.
Education
Associate In Applied Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of the Air Force
01.2017
Associate In Applied Science - Transportation
Community College of The Air Force
01.2017
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team management
- Collaborative decision-making
- Strong verbal communication
- Building professional connections
- Engaging presentation skills
- Sound decision-making
- Time management
Certification
- Mechanic Certificate, Ratings: Airframe/Powerplant, Federal Aviation Administration #3383971
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- Marine Radio Operator Permit, Federal Communication Commission (FRN) 0036920718
- General Radiotelephone Operator License, Federal Communication Commission (FRN) 0037558855
- Ship Radar endorsement, Federal Communication Commission (FRN) 0037571684
PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION
- Non-Commissioned Officer Academy, Correspondence Course, (2015)
- Non-Commissioned Officer Prep Course, Carswell Air Force Base, Texas (1989)
Timeline
Program Manager - Transportation Proficiency Center
Air Force Reserve Command
12.2022 - Current
Instructor - Transportation Proficiency Center
Air Force Reserve Command
03.2014 - 03.2022
C-130 Loadmaster
Air Force Reserve Command
01.2012 - 03.2014
Ramp Team Chief
Air Force Reserve Command
01.2011 - 06.2011
Air Transportation Specialist
Air Force Reserve Command
11.2009 - 01.2012
Associate In Applied Science - Aviation Operations
Community College of the Air Force
Associate In Applied Science - Transportation
Community College of The Air Force