James Gadsden
Executive Director of Operations/Risk Management @ Mesquite Independent School District
About
Enthusiastic Risk Management professional, aspiring Information Technology professional and US Air Force Veteran of 14 years. Gained experience in safety and project management while in the military but always held a passion for the IT industry. Recently completed the Computer User Support Specialist program at ACI Learning to prepare for an entry level position. Currently working toward ITIL and A+ certifications.
United States
Balch Springs
Education Management
Claims Management, Incident Investigation, Analytical Skills, Microsoft Project, Regulatory Compliance, Data Analysis, Risk Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, CompTIA , Operations Management, Warehouse Operations, Information Technology , Operating Systems, Windows, Hardware Installation, Customer Service, DoD, Microsoft Office
Experience

Executive Director of Operations/Risk Management
Mesquite, Texas, United States
• Directs and manages the operation of the BSC Warehouse Operations • Oversees the management of the custodial program • Plans, directs, and coordinates insurance programs of the district to control risks and losses • Analyzes and classifies risks and measure financial effect of risks on district

Risk Management/Operations Manager
Mesquite, Texas, United States
• Compiled and analyzed data to develop and recommend policies and procedures regarding the district’s property and liability insurance programs, unemployment insurance and workers compensation. • Managed insurance programs such as liability, property and worker’s compensation • Analyzed the district’s claims, loss and accident history and identified methods to eliminate, minimize, or indemnify risks or possible losses • Assisted in the supervision of the district warehouse operations and administrative duties associated with custodial services, records management, and the security guard program.

Safety Officer
Mesquite, Texas, United States
• Planned and administered the Safety Education and Accident Prevention programs • Identified potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk • Investigate accidents, injuries, property damage and potentially hazardous conditions; analyzed data and made recommendations to prevent similar occurrences • Participated and provided leadership on safety committees to resolve safety issues and promote a positive and preventative work environment; assisted in and prepared safety data and reports

Environmental Safety and Occupational Health Rep
Barksdale AFB
• Performed inspections, surveys, and program evaluations of areas and operations to identify mishap potentials and assess integration of risk management approach, safety equipment, and procedures • Performed and assisted in mishap investigations, prepares reports, and maintains records. Gathers factual mishap data, identifies causes, and recommends corrective actions to prevent recurrence of a similar mishap • Inspected/evaluated workplace environments, equipment, or practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations • Conducted safety education; provided safety consultation to commanders, supervisors, and functional managers on technical directives, safety criteria, and operational techniques

Vehicle Control Officer
Barksdale, AFB
• Enforced safety rule and regulations • Maintained logs of working hours or of vehicle service or repair status following applicable state and federal regulations • Reported and recorded vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles

Water & Fuel System Maintenance Craftsman
Ramstein AFB, Germany; Barksdale AFB, LA
• Installed, and operated natural gas, plumbing, water and wastewater treatment systems, fire suppression system, backflow prevention systems, aircraft hydrant refueling, bulk storage, and ground product dispensing systems • Monitored systems operation to ensure efficiency and compliance with local state, federal and DoD regulations for safety and environmental regulations for hazardous materials • Performed planning activities, quality assurance to include service contracts, and proposed facility surveys • Planned and established work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals • Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs • Observe work and monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure that operators conform to production or processing standards

Airman Dormitory Leader
Barksdale, AFB
• Ensured residents comply with directives and military living standards • Mediated interpersonal problems between residents • Enforced rules and regulations to ensure the smooth and orderly operation of dormitory programs • In- and out-processed residents, provided preventive maintenance, and coordinated dorm repairs
Education

Computer User Support Specialist Program
ITIL 4 Foundations IT Infrastructure Library, Computer Literacy, PC Operating Systems Navigation, Internet Usage, IP Addressing CompTIA A+ Components of Desktop PCs, Installations & Configuring Operating Systems, Maintaining & Troubleshooting Microsoft Windows & Windows Operating Systems, Network Connections, Network Technologies, Support Laptops, Portable Computing Devices, Printers & Scanners, Support PC Security, Replace Computer Hardware, Systems Components CompTIA Network+ TCP/IP, LAN, WAN, VLAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, VOIP, Install, Operate, Manage, Support & Troubleshoot Corporate Network CompTIA Security+ Identify Security Threats, Harden Internal Systems & Services, Secure Network Communications, Manage PKIs, Enforce Organization Security Policies & Monitor Security Infrastructure
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