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Andrew Root

Andrew Root

Sterling

Summary

Experienced professional with a solid foundation in military training, proficient in leadership, strategic planning, and operational efficiency. Recognized for fostering team collaboration, adaptability, and reliability. Possessing expertise in instructional design, performance evaluation, and crisis management. Dedicated administrative professional with a proven track record in fast-paced office environments. Diligent team player skilled in completing various clerical tasks and providing staff support. Known for being responsible, punctual, and productive even when working independently.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Athletics Administrative Assistant

Sterling High School
12.2016 - Current
  • Directly supported the Athletic Director and Principal at Sterling High School with a wide variety of day-to-day duties such as typing, filing, maintaining records, preparing reports, transportation, and process purchase orders.
  • Provided administrative support during tournaments ensuring smooth operations from registration to event execution.
  • Composed professional and effective written communications through email, letters, and reports
  • Facilitated strong relationships between coaches, players, parents, and administration staff by serving as a liaison when needed.
  • Updated social media platforms regularly to showcase team accomplishments while fostering a sense of pride among stakeholders.
  • Monitored athletic facilities usage maintaining clean organized environments conducive for optimal performance levels.

Training Instructor

United States Air Force
01.2015 - 07.2016
  • Complied with annual training plan, ensured requirements were met for 1,200 personnel securing $4.5B arsenal. Verified & validated employee qualifications.
  • Mastered 40 hour instructor methods course, crafted lecture & lesson plan development; only one of 12 certified in the organization.
  • Led local incident response training exercise, created scenario, infused organization, state & federal agencies; showcased pristine capabilities & commended by Montana State Senator.
  • Amended organizational training products, revised 86 Task Performance Checklist’s & certified Headquarters compliance; efforts led to “Team of the Year” award.

Manager

United States Air Force
09.2012 - 01.2015
  • Command & control liaison between multiple departments for assets valued at $18.5B. Monitored critical operations dispersed throughout six counties covering 1,800 square miles.
  • Developed & managed training records program for 44 personnel covering 23,000 line-item tasks. Zero write-ups were found during an organizational inspection; praised by Chief Executive Officer.
  • Mentored five apprentices’ to early promotions & motivated them to accumulate 18 college credits; leadership expertise was critical in earning “Team of the Year.”
  • Coordinated security checks for 82 nuclear missiles, verified the systems integrity; facilitated the first line of defense.

Team Chief

National Airborne Operations Center - United States Air Force
09.2009 - 09.2012
  • Directed security for 65 crewmembers and distinguished visitors to include the President of the United States and Secretary of Defense. Bolstered anti-hijacking, bomb threat and sabotage procedures within the $9.1B National Airborne Operations Center aircraft while airborne.
  • Crafted force protection skills during a nine-day Secretary of Defense operation to Asia, strengthened United States & Vietnam diplomacy; lauded by the Office of the Secretary of Defense key staff.
  • Spearheaded the Advanced Echelon team mobilization, prepared the Pacific Regional Headquarters site for the President’s obligation; guaranteed the President’s connectivity during G-20 summit.
  • Orchestrated iron-clad security & force protection requirements, safeguarded $9.1B aircraft, logged over 700 flying hours & assured compliance in accordance with Department of Defense standards; enabled the national operation & contributed to earning “2011 Regional Headquarters Outstanding Large Organization.”

Defense Biometrics Identification System Administrator

United States Air Force
09.2008 - 09.2009
  • Coordinated training with 40 employees, enabled personnel to comprehend & utilize system. Captured key biographical & biometric information on 5,000 Third Country Nationals.
  • Hand-selected to be part of first ever install team, one of 10 members to be dispersed across five countries throughout the Middle East; guaranteed continuity of access control measures.
  • Skillfully managed operations, unified the system completely & simplified the process; responsible for $2M worth of biometric equipment/zero mistakes.

Dispatcher

United States Air Force
09.2005 - 09.2008
  • Managed patrols on security matters affecting Regional Headquarters’ largest organization with 47,000 personnel dispersed across 4,000 acres. Guided armed responses, protected $9.1B in Air Force assets.
  • Provided route security duties during Vice President Dick Cheney’s visit to Nebraska; national figurehead secured.
  • Secured vital organizational assets; directly contributed to the organization’s selection for the Meritorious Unit award.
  • Hand-picked to perform duties as a Personnel Security Officer for the United States Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Maintenance Crew Member

Wallace School and Sterling High School
06.1999 - 04.2003


  • Maintained cleanliness across all school facilities, ensuring safe and welcoming environments for students and staff.
  • Conducted regular inspections of classrooms and common areas, promptly addressing maintenance issues to uphold standards.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Intervention Specialist - Mild To Moderate Needs

Lake Erie College
Painesville, OH
08-2025

Associate of Applied Science - Computer Software Technology

Sauk Valley Community College
Dixon, IL
01.2020

High School Diploma -

Newman Central Catholic High School
Sterling, IL
05-2002

Skills

  • Accountable and trustworthy
  • Leadership
  • Positive role model and mentor
  • Training & Instruction
  • Strong organization
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Program Management
  • Customer Service
  • Computer software proficiency

Timeline

Athletics Administrative Assistant

Sterling High School
12.2016 - Current

Training Instructor

United States Air Force
01.2015 - 07.2016

Manager

United States Air Force
09.2012 - 01.2015

Team Chief

National Airborne Operations Center - United States Air Force
09.2009 - 09.2012

Defense Biometrics Identification System Administrator

United States Air Force
09.2008 - 09.2009

Dispatcher

United States Air Force
09.2005 - 09.2008

Maintenance Crew Member

Wallace School and Sterling High School
06.1999 - 04.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Intervention Specialist - Mild To Moderate Needs

Lake Erie College

Associate of Applied Science - Computer Software Technology

Sauk Valley Community College

High School Diploma -

Newman Central Catholic High School
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