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 required in preparation for deployment.

Assisted in the planning of several future squadron level training exercises and coordinating requisite logistics

Company Executive Officer Cherry Point, NC Sept 2014 to Nov 2014I was responsible 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. I was 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. Provided updates and presentations to the Squadron Commanding Officer to identify shortfalls in personnel,

equipment and resulting impact on capability. Coordinated corrective action for facilities issues currently causing several thousand dollars in damages and

maintenance.

Ground Operations Detachment Commander Camp Bastion, Afghanistan Oct 2013 to Sept 2014I was responsible 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 downed CH-53E helicopter that crash landed on the runway in order to alleviate an obstruction to airfield operations aboard Camp Bastion.

Maintained, utilized, and assisted in the retrograde over $10 million in government property, equipment, and assets as the last Marines deployed to Operation ENDURING FREEDOM.

Planned and supervised several hundred hours of convoy operations and training. Planned and supervised 100 construction/force protections involving the movement of 14 million pounds of

cargo and 10,000 cubic yards of earth. Planned and executed the construction of a consolidated entry control point that reduced manpower

requirements by 50% for all tenant units on the flight line. Earned Brown Belt & Black Belt First Degree, Marine Corps Martial Arts Program. Awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for the above actions.

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

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

Squadron Training Officer Cherry Point, NC May 2012 to Apr 2013I was responsible for the annual and pre-deployment training requirements for 550 Marines within the Squadron; I was frequently tasked with providing updates, reports, and PowerPoint presentations to the Operations Officer and Commanding Officer. I was also responsible for 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. Maintained records for the Suicide Prevention Program deemed noteworthy during the Commanding General’s

Readiness Inspection. Assisted in the planning and supervision of 10 Squadron level field exercises. Ranked as the highest Lieutenant in my immediate supervisor’s profile.

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

Obtained Top Secret Yankee White Clearance via FBI Investigation. Updated crucial maintenance data daily to ensure zero discrepancies. 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

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.