Thomas A. Buettner
Fountain
Summary
Seasoned Operations Director with over 26 years of experience in high-stakes environments, including military and healthcare settings. Adept at leading complex operations and managing large, diverse teams to achieve organizational goals. Demonstrated expertise in emergency preparedness, strategic planning, and resource management, with a proven track record of developing and implementing system-wide programs to enhance disaster readiness and operational efficiency.
In-depth experience in overseeing multi-disciplinary personnel and coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure seamless operations and crisis management. Skilled in driving process improvements, optimizing resource allocation, and fostering a culture of preparedness and resilience. Adept at leveraging technology and best practices to innovate and enhance operational effectiveness.
Proven ability to provide strategic leadership and guidance during emergencies, ensuring prompt and coordinated responses while maintaining continuity of services. Committed to excellence, with a focus on achieving organizational objectives and sustaining high standards of performance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Preparedness System Director
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
02.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented system-wide emergency preparedness strategies for 14 hospitals, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing disaster response capabilities.
- Led a multidisciplinary team in planning, training, and exercising emergency response protocols, resulting in a cohesive and effective response framework.
- Established partnerships with local, state, and federal agencies to coordinate emergency preparedness efforts and enhance community resilience.
- Oversaw the development and maintenance of emergency operation plans (EOPs) and conducted regular drills and exercises to test readiness and identify areas for improvement.
- Managed a budget for emergency preparedness initiatives, optimizing resource allocation to maximize preparedness and response capabilities.
- Provided strategic guidance and leadership during actual emergencies, ensuring swift and coordinated actions to mitigate impacts and maintain patient care continuity.
- Implemented training programs for staff across diverse disciplines to enhance their preparedness and response skills, fostering a culture of readiness throughout the organization.
- Evaluated and integrated new technologies and best practices into emergency preparedness protocols, leveraging innovations to improve response times and effectiveness.
- Devised scripts and automation tools to improve system efficiency.
Battalion Operations Sergeant Major
US Army, 759th MP Battalion
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated law enforcement and emergency management/planning operations comprised of 7 subordinate units with 800+ employees
- Provided direct oversight for worldwide contingency operations as well as the full range of planning, coordinating, resourcing, readiness, and executing of operational activities, missions, training, deployments, and law enforcement synchronization
- Responded to emergencies, address questions regarding emergency preparedness, briefed senior leaders on applications across battalion
- Conducted emergency preparedness and table top exercises
- Led and developed strategic objectives in multi-stakeholder environment
- Resourced and implemented projects and EM activities
- Ordered and maintained inventory and training materials; scheduled drills.
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
- Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
- Executed tactical operations with accuracy and control.
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
- Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Increased operational efficiency through meticulous planning, coordination, and execution of battalion events and activities.
- Streamlined communication between units by establishing efficient reporting systems and procedures.
- Improved resource allocation through diligent monitoring of personnel assignments, equipment availability, and budget constraints.
DES Operations Sergeant Major
US Army, US Army Garrison
05.2013 - 01.2017
- Developed, implemented, and managed fire, law enforcement, access control, and physical security protection programs for Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield
- Managed EM/safety tracking and $25M Budget
- Developed and executed security plan for large events
- Synchronized efforts to secure numerous locations for 60,000 attendees
- Played key role in the planning of 4 full-scale exercises annually to test systems and procedures of first responders during all-hazards incidents on military installations; identified gaps and implemented improvements
- Contributed to the logistics of safely evacuating 100K+ personnel during dangerous hurricanes and tornado; served as Senior Law Enforcement and Fire Liaison for all emergencies
- Developed emergency action plans for critical assets across the installation, which were adopted; instructed key leaders in Incident Commander Roles and Responsibilities
- Embedded in the Emergency Operation Cell as the senior advisor for Essential Support Functions within the Directorate of Emergency Services
- Incorporated the use of WEBEOC to enhance Situational Awareness during disasters and emergency incidents.
- Managed complex projects from inception through completion, delivering results on time and within budget constraints.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards of performance across all aspects of operations.
- Oversaw logistics operations, including procurement, transportation, storage, and distribution of equipment and supplies.
- Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and procedures, resulting in increased productivity.
- Facilitated communication between senior leadership and subordinates for clear understanding of directives and expectations.
Education
Master of Arts in Emergency Management and Homeland Security -
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZNo Degree - Organizational And Operational Level Leadership
Sergeants Major Academy
Fort Bliss, TX06.2014
Skills
- Comprehensive Safety Program, Training & Processes
- Training
- Organizational Development
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Self Motivation
- Task Prioritization
- Compliance
- Program Management
Certification
- Certified Emergency Manager from the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM)
- Certified Emergency Manager for the State of Colorado, CO-CEM
- Certified Emergency Manager for the State of Georgia, GA-CEM
Training
- Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response
- OSHA Hazardous Materials
- Emergency Management Institute’s Professional Development Series
- Emergency Operations Staffing
- Antiterrorism Officer Course
- Hospital Emergency Response Team Course
- Health Care Leadership Emergency Management Course
Timeline
Emergency Preparedness System Director
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
02.2019 - Current
Battalion Operations Sergeant Major
US Army, 759th MP Battalion
01.2017 - 02.2019
DES Operations Sergeant Major
US Army, US Army Garrison
05.2013 - 01.2017
Master of Arts in Emergency Management and Homeland Security -
Arizona State University
No Degree - Organizational And Operational Level Leadership
Sergeants Major Academy
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