Joseph Rivera Rebolledo
Caguas
Summary
Experienced retired United States Army Staff Sergeant and Public Affairs Specialist adept at crafting targeted messages to enhance public opinion or provide key information. Knowledgeable about conveying details in an accurate way and maintaining full compliance with military standards. Excited to leverage background in public relations to transition to rewarding civilian role.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Compliance Coordinator
Envoy Air Inc an American Airlines Company Group
06.2024 - Current
- Stayed current on emerging regulatory changes, ensuring timely updates to internal policies and procedures.
- Streamlined processes for increased efficiency in monitoring and reporting compliance activities.
- Conducted thorough audits to identify areas for improvement in regulatory adherence.
- Promoted compliance by advising management on needed or prohibited actions to comport with government regulations.
- Managed compliance efforts, reporting and audits.
- Reviewed documents, files, transcripts, and other records to assess compliance and potential risk.
- Prepared and presented comprehensive reports to upper management and audit team, covering issues and recommendations.
- Formulated detailed recommendations based on audit findings to support annual planning and definition of goals.
- Conducted periodic compliance audits and reviews to identify areas of improvement.
- Developed and implemented corrective action plans for non-compliance issues.
- Assisted with development of compliance objectives and strategies.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
Public Affairs Specialist
Department of Veterans Affairs
03.2015 - 09.2017
- Provided expert counsel on public affairs matters, guiding organizational leaders in making informed decisions.
- Led training sessions for staff members on best practices for managing external communications effectively.
- Created impactful press releases to promote organizational achievements and initiatives.
- Drafted op-eds, speeches, talking points, and other materials that advanced the organization''s mission and goals.
- Boosted social media engagement with compelling content and targeted campaigns.
- Produced and distributed videos and other content for digital use.
- Cultivated strong relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets for enhanced media coverage opportunities.
- Managed media inquiries, resulting in increased positive news coverage for the organization.
- Improved stakeholder relationships through effective community outreach initiatives.
- Enhanced public perception by developing and implementing strategic communication plans.
- Developed crisis communication strategies to minimize negative impact on public opinion.
- Conducted media relations and responded to media requests for information.
- Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image, and worked with news media to spread positions.
Public Affairs Specialist
Puerto Rico National Guard
06.1993 - 03.2015
- Provided expert counsel on public affairs matters, guiding organizational leaders in making informed decisions.
- Wrote speeches, press releases, media responses and public service announcements.
- Led training sessions for staff members on best practices for managing external communications effectively.
- Created impactful press releases to promote organizational achievements and initiatives.
- Mentored junior public affairs specialists in their professional development while fostering a supportive team environment.
- Boosted social media engagement with compelling content and targeted campaigns.
- Produced and distributed videos and other content for digital use.
- Cultivated strong relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets for enhanced media coverage opportunities.
- Developed and implemented social media strategy to increase engagement and reach new audiences.
- Produced and distributed brochures, newsletters and press kits.
- Conducted media relations and responded to media requests for information.
Education
No Degree - Public Affairs Specialist / Writer Course
Defense Information School
Fort George G. Meade, MD.08-2007
Skills
- Compliance monitoring
- Analytical mindset
- Analyzing statistics
- Strategic communications
- Conducting research
- Government relations
- Photography
- Multicultural communication
- Web content management
- Press release writing
- Media relations
- Writing press releases
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Compliance Coordinator
Envoy Air Inc an American Airlines Company Group
06.2024 - Current
Public Affairs Specialist
Department of Veterans Affairs
03.2015 - 09.2017
Public Affairs Specialist
Puerto Rico National Guard
06.1993 - 03.2015
No Degree - Public Affairs Specialist / Writer Course
Defense Information School
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