Michael S. Farrell35 Bowman Lane Kings Park, NY (631) 327-4642 msf5047@gmail.com

EDUCATION:

BA – History | The Pennsylvania State University | 2011 | GPA: 3.56 Marine option NROTC student; ranked 2 of 45 Endorsed/recommended for full scholarship by NYS Senator John J. Flanagan Selected for Midshipmen of the Semester on 3 occasions Selected for instructor for Freshman Orientation Vice President of Semper Fidelis Society Competed in 3 full marathons while finishing top 1/3 of 22,000 runners Toys for Tots volunteer 2007-2011

EXPERIENCE: Combat Engineer Officer, First Lieutenant (Capt Select), United States Marine Corps

Assistant Operations Officer Cherry Point, NC Nov 2014 to PresentAssist the Operations Officer in the planning, execution, and supervision of squadron level operations and act as the Operations Officer in his absence.

Assisted in the development of a new budget accounting for future Marine training for all facets, personnel, and equipment resulting in accurate fiscal estimates to operate a Marine Expeditionary Force.

Assisted in the planning of 2 future squadron level training exercises and coordinating requisite logistics resulting in 100% readiness for Squadron mission essential tasks.

Company Executive Officer Cherry Point, NC Sept 2014 to Nov 2014Responsible for the training, readiness, and well-being of 120 Marines within the Air Operations Company consisting of 4 platoons and sections containing diverse occupational backgrounds including: aircraft rescue and firefighting, airfield operations and lighting, bulk fuels, and explosive ordinance disposal. Additionally responsible for identifying and updating the Commanding Officer, Operations Officer, and Company Commander on capabilities and limitations of the company and forecasting critical shortfalls in personnel and equipment.

Led 120 Marines in the absence of the Company Commander for several weeks resulting in increased readiness and continuity within the company.

Provided updates and presentations to the Squadron Commanding Officer to identify shortfalls in personnel, equipment and resulting impact on capability in the absence of the Company Commander.

Coordinated corrective action for facilities issues currently causing several thousand dollars in damages and ongoing maintenance; requests are in the process to rectify the situation and will result in substantial fiscal savings.

Ground Operations Detachment Commander Camp Bastion, Afghanistan Oct 2013 to Sept 2014Responsible for the training, readiness, and supervision of 32 Marines of diverse military occupational specialties in a combat environment; projects included vertical and horizontal construction, motor transportation, heavy equipment, and anti-terrorism/force protection aboard Camp Leatherneck and Camp Bastion, Helmand Province, SW Afghanistan.

Planned and executed the recovery of a CH-53E helicopter that crash landed on the runway in order to alleviate an obstruction to airfield operations aboard Camp Bastion and requisite support to the surrounding region.

Maintained, utilized, and assisted in the retrograde over $10 million in government property, equipment, and assets in order to properly turn over operations to the Afghanistan National Army upon withdrawal.

Planned and supervised several hundred hours of convoy training resulting in increased combat readiness. Planned and supervised 100 construction/force protections throughout Helmand Province, involving the

movement of 14 million pounds of cargo and 10,000 cubic yards of earth, resulting in increased security posture for all tenant units and a decreased likelihood of enemy or insider attacks.

Planned and executed the construction of a consolidated entry control point resulting in a 50% manpower reduction for all tenant units supporting the guard force.

Earned Brown Belt & Black Belt First Degree, Marine Corps Martial Arts Program. Awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal.

Combat Engineer Platoon Commander Cherry Point, NC May 2013 to Oct 2013

Responsible for the command, training, and wellbeing of 30 Marines within the Platoon; the focus of effort was on construction projects, live fire demolitions ranges, and training in preparation for a combat deployment.

Supervised 4 live fire explosive demolitions ranges in order to increase familiarity and combat readiness. Planned, executed, and supervised several large scale troop-labor projects impacting the entire base and saving

tens of thousands of dollars in government funds. Maintained $2 million worth of engineering equipment for the Engineer Company resulting in zero

discrepancies.

Squadron Training Officer Cherry Point, NC May 2012 to Apr 2013Responsible for the annual and pre-deployment training requirements for 550 Marines within the Squadron; frequently tasked with providing updates, reports, and PowerPoint presentations to the Operations Officer and Commanding Officer. Additional responsibilities included the Squadron’s Historical and Suicide Prevention Programs.

Maintained $3.5 million worth of equipment for the Squadron’s command and control assets and equipment for increased command and control readiness.

Maintained records for the Suicide Prevention Program resulting in a noteworthy rating during the Commanding General’s Readiness Inspection.

Assisted in the planning and supervision of 10 Squadron level field exercises resulting in 100% pre-deployment readiness.

Ranked as the highest Lieutenant in my immediate supervisor’s profile exceeding all of peers.

Aviation Maintenance Administration Specialist Quantico, VA Feb 2007 to Aug 2007Responsible for updating logistical database information for the maintenance on diverse helicopter platforms for Marine Helicopter Squadron One (Presidential Helicopter Squadron).

Obtained Top Secret Yankee White Clearance resulting in more flexibility of billets within the unit. Updated crucial maintenance data daily to ensure zero discrepancies on Presidential and support aircraft. Obtained Grey Belt & Green Belt, Marine Corps Martial Arts Program. Assisted in flights responsible for the domestic transport or support of the President of the United States, Vice

President, and other prominent political and religious figures.

MILITARY EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

Humanitarian Aid & Assistance Course Camp Lejeune, NC Jul 2013 Certified liaison with U.S. AID Action officer for USMC involvement in crisis & disaster relief operations

Weapons & Tactics Instructor Course Yuma, AZ Mar 2013 to May 2013 Certified to establish Forward Arming & Refueling Points for fixed wing and rotary aircraft Graduated at top of class as a junior officer Certified to plan and execute Squadron level exercises and remaining a vital planning asset for the Squadron

Combat Engineer Officers Course Camp Lejeune, NC Dec 2011 to May 2012 Graduated with highest academic average Certified Explosive Ordinance Clearing Agent

The Basic Officer’s Course Quantico, VA Jun 2011 to Dec 2011 Squad Leader & Platoon Commander Graduated top 1/3 of class

Officer Candidates School Quantico, VA Jun 2010 to Aug 2010 Platoon Commander & Company Executive Officer Graduated top 1/3 of class

Marine Corps Basic Training Paris Island, SC Aug 2006 to Nov 2006 Squad Leader Graduated in top 1/3 of class and received meritorious promotion

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Conversational proficiency in Spanish; intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; advanced proficiency in typing, writing, and research.