Robert L Gavagnie Jr.
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OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position utilizing my current skills and develop
new skills for my development and the betterment of the
company I work for.
PROFILE: Experienced, solutions-driven professional developing,
planning, and implementing quality controls and procedures that ensures
efficient operations in production and Government environments. Proven
success establishing strong management teams focused on innovative
solutions and improving performance and profitability. Known for abilities
to manage operations, financial and human resources. Proven ability to lead
employees, and facilitate large-scale change related to new or existing
operations, new equipment installations, and associated employee training.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
7/2009-Present SAIC
Logistics Manager
. Perform weapons maintenance and repair, along with providing
logistical support to the Armory Manager at the Center for
Security Learning Site in Gulfport, Mississippi. I maintain
weapons and associated equipment used by the Learning Site.
. Provide logistical management knowledge and skills needed for
operating in the classroom and field-learning experiences for
various weapon topics that are requested by the chain of
command.
. Conduct ammunition and explosives transportation as requested by
the chain of command.
. Research directives, regulations, and policies to determine
solutions to problems, issues, and concerns.
7/2008-7/2009 Linxx Global Solutions
Instructor/Team Leader
. Provided tactical instruction to over 5,000 U.S. Navy Seabees
who was deploying to war zones in accordance with the U.S.
Marine Corp School of Infantry Curriculum and manuals.
. Instructed basic combat fundamentals, mission planning,
tactical communications, and patrolling.
. Instructed land navigation using topographic maps, satellite
images and by using Geographic Information Systems.
. Team leader for Convoy Security training and Military Operations
in Urban Terrain.
. Team leader 10 fellow instructors who taught the Navy Seabees
Convoy Security and M.O.U.T.
. Instructed the proper procedures in mission planning to actual
completion of mission.
. Provided my team with the approved hours of overtime that was
allotted and insured that they did not go over on their hours.
. Assisted the project lead with managing of hours, personnel,
equipment and was project lead's replacement when he went out
of town for meetings.
6/2007 -6/2008 Mississippi Emergency Management
Emergency Manager I, Public Assistance Training Coordinator,
and Final Inspection Team.
Worked with officials in order to prepare and analyze damage
assessments following disasters or emergencies.
Consult with officials of local and area governments, schools,
hospitals, and other institutions in order to determine their
needs and capabilities in the event of a natural disaster or
other emergency.
Assisted government officials in acquiring hazard mitigation
funds.
Developed and maintain liaisons with municipalities and similar
entities in order to facilitate plan development, response
effort coordination, and exchanges of personnel and equipment.
. Assisted local state officials in providing them flood plain
maps and explaining the maps to them.
. Assisted local and state governments in making sure that their
projects was in accordance with federal flood regulations.
Provided local and state governments with aerial photos and
satellite imagery of their construction projects.
Helped state and local governments apply for federal funding
for emergency management related needs; look over such grants
and report on their progress.
Attended city council and board of supervisors meetings to
answer any questions or concerns that they might have had during
their rebuilding process.
Assisted local governments in obtaining funds for the
reconstruction of damages caused by Hurricane Katrina.
Conducted the inspections of construction projects from the
ground breaking to the finished product, ensuring the
contractors are abiding by the scope of work and project
worksheets.
Assisted local and state governments in multimillion dollar
projects and assisted them from the ground breaking to
completion.
Inspected all paperwork that was completed with the projects to
insure that all monies obtained were spent and charged to the
proper accounts.
10/2000 - 6/2007 Waveland Police Department, Waveland Mississippi
Patrol Supervisor, Narcotics Investigator
Provided public safety by maintaining order, responding to
emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor
vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community
relations.
Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and
activities.
Monitored, noted, reported, and investigated suspicious persons
and situations, safety hazards, and unusual or illegal activity
in an assigned patrol area.
Testified in court to present evidence or act as witness in
traffic and criminal cases.
. Investigated and apprehended persons suspected of illegal sale
or use of narcotics.
. Compiled identifying information on suspects charged with
selling of narcotics.
. Maintained surveillance of suspect or suspects to detect their
methods of operations.
. Worked as an undercover officer to contact a suspect and
purchase narcotics.
. Observed and photographed narcotic purchase transactions to
compile evidence and protect undercover investigators.
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8/1995-8/2007 U.S. Army: Mississippi Army National Guard,
Poplarville, Mississippi
Sergeant E-5 Infantry Team Leader
. Completed one tour of duty in Iraq.
. Lead several 14 man combat patrols to keep peace in the
cities and help people in need.
. Lead three man missions performing reconnaissance trying
to locate hidden weapon and explosive depots.
. Certified combat lifesaver, Attended the U.S. Army
Infantry School and Mechanized Infantry School, and a
Career Counselor for the U.S. Army.
12/2007- Present Veterans of Foreign Wars Theodore S.
Price Post 3253
Post Commander
. Preside at all meetings at our V.F.W. post in accordance
with the by-laws and manual of procedures and other
applicable parliamentary procedures.
. See that the post and all affairs associated with
V.F.W. are run in accordance with the by-laws.
. Approve all expenditures, vouchers, and any other monies
that is needed for disbursement of funds.
EDUCATION: 1996 High School Diploma
Bay High School, Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi
American Military University
Presently attending College and majoring in Bachelors of
Science in Environmental Studies in Regional and Community
Environmental Planning.
American Military University is regionally accredited by the
Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central
Association and nationally accredited by the Accrediting
Commission, Distance Education and Training Council.
SKILLS: I am proficient with Microsoft Word, outlook, PowerPoint, Excel
and in the processes of scheduling, inspections, planning
of projects.
CERTIFICATIONS: NIMS Certified 100, 200, 300, 500, 600, 700, and 800
IS-386 Introduction to Residential Coastal
Construction
IS-650 Building Partnerships with Tribal Governments
Other Certifications Available Upon Request
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