Tim Bondy's Professional Resume
Last Updated: 19 July 2011
1. Generic and Non-Specific Theme: Posting a resume on a such a public medium can lead to some obvious and and some unforeseen problems. For these reasons, I will keep my resume generic and general in nature.
2. Download My Resume: Prospective employers can download my resume by clicking here.
Note: Formatting will be slightly different than the on-line version to conform with usual standards.
3. Desired Employment Careers
- Information Technologies
- Customer Service
- Web Design
- Physical and Natural Sciences
- Technical Writer
- GIS and Cartography
4. Preferred Locations
- Mountain Home, Idaho
- Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho
- Elmore County, Idaho
- Boise, Idaho area
5. Experience/Accomplishments
P4 & P5 ACMI Computer Operator Technician from August 2003 through May 2011
Responsibilities:
Operated/Maintained specialized United States Air Force (USAF) owned GPS centric aircraft tracking and training video computer system known as the P5/ACMI Training System. System comprised of 35 individual computers, 367 ancillary/support equipment items and 48 Air System (AS) P5 tracking pods. Maintained accountability and records database for entire system. Developed and conducted individualized customer training sessions and semi-annual group training seminars. Performed equipment status reporting, as well as maintenance data collection/job documentation. Developed and enhanced interwoven customer relationships to deconflict all phases of highly dynamic daily mission profiles. Compiled information, digitally processed data, configured video briefing and presented in-depth review of F-15 flights. Researched, ordered and tracked items procured through the DoD supply channels. Maintained a DoD SECRET security clearance.
Download/ View Industry Explanation of the P5/ACMI System in PDF format by clicking here.
Accomplishments:
- Tracked, annotated and analyzed Air System tracking problem from Jan-Mar 2011. 22-31% of P5 Pod missions did not operate properly, severely degrading customers ability to debrief using ACMI.
-- Data collected pin-pointed air temperature/weather was main reason for degraded capabilities.
-- System manufacturer agreed with assessment. Permanent solution by contractor being worked.
- Averaged 99.7% “Computer System Up-Time” for entire system during my 8.75 year tenure. Standard is 97%.
- Tasked by Commander to refine mass debriefing training procedures. Developed and implemented changes that decreased debriefing time, increased visual acuity and enhanced overall training effectiveness.
-- Commander and customers extremely pleased with changes. Procedures benchmarked for all local customers.
- Conducted over 90 flight mission video debriefs for customer. Allowed all pilots to fully participate in the mission review.
- Faced with shift to shift and day to day ACMI equipment issuing problems, implemented new procedures.
-- Immediately solved longstanding communication problems.
- Trained over 100 individuals on ACMI Debrief System.
- Quickly diagnosed a computer motherboard to video connection problem prior to crucial joint USAF/US Navy fighter training mission debrief.
-- Swapped computer equipment. Applauded by Mission Commanders for quick work.
Owner of Cobweb Designs and Marketing from 03/2001 – 05/2011
Responsibilities:
Utilized CMS, CRM, e-Commerce and Groupware software as well as hand coded HTML techniques, creating highly usable, unique and visually appealing websites for a wide variety of customers. Developed and embedded Flash, JavaScript and multimedia components. Performed Search Engine Optimization (SEO) techniques to aid customers in gaining and keeping visitors. Technical writer for client websites, brochures and marketing material. Created full branding and marketing material suites. Upgraded, repaired and sanitized customer computers. Set-up, troubleshot and advised customers on local area networking procedures. Responsible for all aspects of running a home-based business including licensing, taxes, customer relations, time management and advertising. Business is currently a free of charge/volunteer venture in spare time.
Accomplishments:
- Created all encompassing e-Commerce website for client. Included payment gateway, product technical writer and graphics for most products. Website eventually outsold brick/mortar store.
- Put real estate developer on the map. Created website, developed on-site video, presentations and promotional swag for 3 different Home and Garden shows.
-- Booth and marketing materials for Gated Community Real Estate Open House weekend events.
-- Graphics, layout and magazine markup for Unique Homes Magazine advertising.
- Volunteered time to create fully customized “Idaho 2nd Congressional District” candidate blog. Wrote articles for candidate.
-- Design and content recognized by United States Library of Congress. Included in the historic collection of Internet materials related to the 2010 U.S. National Election.
- Since August 2010 assisted 11 military members with home computer problems. Repaired, consulted, upgraded and sanitized heavily virused computers.
-- This work was “pro bono”.
United States Air Force Meteorologist Journeyman Forecaster from 1/1985 – 3/2003
Responsibilities:
Observes, records, and disseminates weather data and information. Uses fixed and deployable meteorological sensors to measure and evaluate atmospheric and weather conditions. Uses satellite and radar imagery, computer generated graphics, and weather communication equipment and instruments to analyze atmospheric data and information. Forecasts atmospheric space weather conditions. Issues warnings and advisories to alert users to mission critical weather. Exploits weather analysis and data to enhance combat operations and training. Tailors and communicates weather information to meet operational requirements. Manages weather operations. Adapts weather resources to meet mission requirements. Ensures standardization and quality weather products, operations, and activities.
Download / View an in-depth explanation of the USAF Meteorologist "Journeyman Forecaster" in PDF format by clicking here.
Accomplishments:
- Developed high wind forecasting matrices for Montana ranges. By tracking atmospheric pressure changes between northern Alberta, Canada and Malmstrom AFB, winds <50 kts could be accurately forecasted 18 hours in advance.
-- Methodology accurate 78% of time after 4 years. Verified by study conducted by Air Force Weather.
- Accurately forecasted complex weather situation 17 hours in advance including 3 frontal passages, near record breaking temperatures and blizzard conditions. Issued and verified high wind warnings for winds gusts up to 95 kts with 6 hours leadtime.
-- Uncanny accuracy gave resource protection leaders time to tether aircraft and equipment, ensure snow removal crews were available and base personnel were aware of pending inclement weather.
-- Received Letter of Appreciation from Base Commander for Exception Weather Support.
- Changed weather observer procedures to increase accuracy of observations -- Received permission to use adjoining Galena, Alaska Air Traffic Control Tower to better view river fog conditions and advection of low cloud decks moving in from the north. -- Local general aviation company immediately impressed with accuracy of weather observation.
- Chosen as Chief, Weather Station Operation at Castle AFB, CA. Awarded Non-commioned Office of the Quarter twice in a 12 month period for excellence in mission support and pilot weather training program.
- Scientific and technical abilities led to being selected as Lead Weather Forecaster Trainer at Minot AFB. Developed robust atmospheric follow-on training program for all unit personnel.
-- Key ingredient in winning Air Force Weather's Williams Award for outstanding weather flight.
- Shift Leader of 5 person weather cell charged with remote weather support for locations in Southwest Asia including Afghanistan and Kuwait. Oversight of regional resource protection products, aviation forecasts and microscale pin-point special ground forecasts.
-- Supervisory and oversight techniques benchmarked for entire Weather Squadron.
6. Software Knowledge and Currency
7. Professional Certifications
A+ Certification since June 1998
8. Education
Southwestern College:
Dates - 1978 through 1981
48 General and Science Semester Hours
Community College of the Air Force:
Dates – 1982 through 2002
64 Semester Hours in Meteorological Weather Technician
10 Semester Hours in Aircraft Maintenance
9 Semester Hours in Leadership and General
83 Total Semester Hours
University of Alaska – Fairbanks
Dates – 1992 through 1993
3 Semester Hours for Principles of Supervision
If you would like to contact me, please use the information found in my "Contact Us" link:
Sincerely,
Timothy Bondy
Mountain Home, Idaho
Last Updated: 19 July 2011
1. Generic and Non-Specific Theme: Posting a resume on a such a public medium can lead to some obvious and and some unforeseen problems. For these reasons, I will keep my resume generic and general in nature.
2. Download My Resume: Prospective employers can download my resume by clicking here.
Note: Formatting will be slightly different than the on-line version to conform with usual standards.
3. Desired Employment Careers
- Information Technologies
- Customer Service
- Web Design
- Physical and Natural Sciences
- Technical Writer
- GIS and Cartography
4. Preferred Locations
- Mountain Home, Idaho
- Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho
- Elmore County, Idaho
- Boise, Idaho area
5. Experience/Accomplishments
P4 & P5 ACMI Computer Operator Technician from August 2003 through May 2011
Responsibilities:
Operated/Maintained specialized United States Air Force (USAF) owned GPS centric aircraft tracking and training video computer system known as the P5/ACMI Training System. System comprised of 35 individual computers, 367 ancillary/support equipment items and 48 Air System (AS) P5 tracking pods. Maintained accountability and records database for entire system. Developed and conducted individualized customer training sessions and semi-annual group training seminars. Performed equipment status reporting, as well as maintenance data collection/job documentation. Developed and enhanced interwoven customer relationships to deconflict all phases of highly dynamic daily mission profiles. Compiled information, digitally processed data, configured video briefing and presented in-depth review of F-15 flights. Researched, ordered and tracked items procured through the DoD supply channels. Maintained a DoD SECRET security clearance.
Download/ View Industry Explanation of the P5/ACMI System in PDF format by clicking here.
Accomplishments:
- Tracked, annotated and analyzed Air System tracking problem from Jan-Mar 2011. 22-31% of P5 Pod missions did not operate properly, severely degrading customers ability to debrief using ACMI.
-- Data collected pin-pointed air temperature/weather was main reason for degraded capabilities.
-- System manufacturer agreed with assessment. Permanent solution by contractor being worked.
- Averaged 99.7% “Computer System Up-Time” for entire system during my 8.75 year tenure. Standard is 97%.
- Tasked by Commander to refine mass debriefing training procedures. Developed and implemented changes that decreased debriefing time, increased visual acuity and enhanced overall training effectiveness.
-- Commander and customers extremely pleased with changes. Procedures benchmarked for all local customers.
- Conducted over 90 flight mission video debriefs for customer. Allowed all pilots to fully participate in the mission review.
- Faced with shift to shift and day to day ACMI equipment issuing problems, implemented new procedures.
-- Immediately solved longstanding communication problems.
- Trained over 100 individuals on ACMI Debrief System.
- Quickly diagnosed a computer motherboard to video connection problem prior to crucial joint USAF/US Navy fighter training mission debrief.
-- Swapped computer equipment. Applauded by Mission Commanders for quick work.
Owner of Cobweb Designs and Marketing from 03/2001 – 05/2011
Responsibilities:
Utilized CMS, CRM, e-Commerce and Groupware software as well as hand coded HTML techniques, creating highly usable, unique and visually appealing websites for a wide variety of customers. Developed and embedded Flash, JavaScript and multimedia components. Performed Search Engine Optimization (SEO) techniques to aid customers in gaining and keeping visitors. Technical writer for client websites, brochures and marketing material. Created full branding and marketing material suites. Upgraded, repaired and sanitized customer computers. Set-up, troubleshot and advised customers on local area networking procedures. Responsible for all aspects of running a home-based business including licensing, taxes, customer relations, time management and advertising. Business is currently a free of charge/volunteer venture in spare time.
Accomplishments:
- Created all encompassing e-Commerce website for client. Included payment gateway, product technical writer and graphics for most products. Website eventually outsold brick/mortar store.
- Put real estate developer on the map. Created website, developed on-site video, presentations and promotional swag for 3 different Home and Garden shows.
-- Booth and marketing materials for Gated Community Real Estate Open House weekend events.
-- Graphics, layout and magazine markup for Unique Homes Magazine advertising.
- Volunteered time to create fully customized “Idaho 2nd Congressional District” candidate blog. Wrote articles for candidate.
-- Design and content recognized by United States Library of Congress. Included in the historic collection of Internet materials related to the 2010 U.S. National Election.
- Since August 2010 assisted 11 military members with home computer problems. Repaired, consulted, upgraded and sanitized heavily virused computers.
-- This work was “pro bono”.
United States Air Force Meteorologist Journeyman Forecaster from 1/1985 – 3/2003
Responsibilities:
Observes, records, and disseminates weather data and information. Uses fixed and deployable meteorological sensors to measure and evaluate atmospheric and weather conditions. Uses satellite and radar imagery, computer generated graphics, and weather communication equipment and instruments to analyze atmospheric data and information. Forecasts atmospheric space weather conditions. Issues warnings and advisories to alert users to mission critical weather. Exploits weather analysis and data to enhance combat operations and training. Tailors and communicates weather information to meet operational requirements. Manages weather operations. Adapts weather resources to meet mission requirements. Ensures standardization and quality weather products, operations, and activities.
Download / View an in-depth explanation of the USAF Meteorologist "Journeyman Forecaster" in PDF format by clicking here.
Accomplishments:
- Developed high wind forecasting matrices for Montana ranges. By tracking atmospheric pressure changes between northern Alberta, Canada and Malmstrom AFB, winds <50 kts could be accurately forecasted 18 hours in advance.
-- Methodology accurate 78% of time after 4 years. Verified by study conducted by Air Force Weather.
- Accurately forecasted complex weather situation 17 hours in advance including 3 frontal passages, near record breaking temperatures and blizzard conditions. Issued and verified high wind warnings for winds gusts up to 95 kts with 6 hours leadtime.
-- Uncanny accuracy gave resource protection leaders time to tether aircraft and equipment, ensure snow removal crews were available and base personnel were aware of pending inclement weather.
-- Received Letter of Appreciation from Base Commander for Exception Weather Support.
- Changed weather observer procedures to increase accuracy of observations -- Received permission to use adjoining Galena, Alaska Air Traffic Control Tower to better view river fog conditions and advection of low cloud decks moving in from the north. -- Local general aviation company immediately impressed with accuracy of weather observation.
- Chosen as Chief, Weather Station Operation at Castle AFB, CA. Awarded Non-commioned Office of the Quarter twice in a 12 month period for excellence in mission support and pilot weather training program.
- Scientific and technical abilities led to being selected as Lead Weather Forecaster Trainer at Minot AFB. Developed robust atmospheric follow-on training program for all unit personnel.
-- Key ingredient in winning Air Force Weather's Williams Award for outstanding weather flight.
- Shift Leader of 5 person weather cell charged with remote weather support for locations in Southwest Asia including Afghanistan and Kuwait. Oversight of regional resource protection products, aviation forecasts and microscale pin-point special ground forecasts.
-- Supervisory and oversight techniques benchmarked for entire Weather Squadron.
6. Software Knowledge and Currency
| Software | Skill Level | Years Used |
| MS Access | Beginner | 8 Years |
| MS Word | Expert | 15 Years |
| MS Excel | Expert | 15 Years |
| MS Power Point | Expert | 12 Years |
| Adobe Dreamweaver | Expert | 11 Years |
| Adobe PhotoShop | Intermediate | 10 Years |
| Adobe Premiere Pro 2.0 | Intermediate | 7 Years |
| Camtasia Studio | Intermediate | 3 Years |
| Power Director - Video | Intermediate | 6 Years |
| Mapping and GIS Related | ||
| Google Earth and KML files creation | Intermediate | 7 Years |
| Quantum GIS | Begin-Intermediate | 2 Years |
| MapWindow | Begin-Intermediate | 3 Years |
| ESRI Shapefiles | Begin-Intermediate | 4 Years |
| TerraGo Toolbar | Intermediate | 2 Years |
| Content Management Systems | ||
| Joomla | Expert | 8 Years |
| WordPress | Expert | 6 Years |
| Drupal | Beginner | 3 Years |
| Xoops | Intermediate-Expert | 9 Years |
7. Professional Certifications
A+ Certification since June 1998
8. Education
Southwestern College:
Dates - 1978 through 1981
48 General and Science Semester Hours
Community College of the Air Force:
Dates – 1982 through 2002
64 Semester Hours in Meteorological Weather Technician
10 Semester Hours in Aircraft Maintenance
9 Semester Hours in Leadership and General
83 Total Semester Hours
University of Alaska – Fairbanks
Dates – 1992 through 1993
3 Semester Hours for Principles of Supervision
If you would like to contact me, please use the information found in my "Contact Us" link:
Sincerely,
Timothy Bondy
Mountain Home, Idaho
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