Jason Loughran
Biography:
Security Clearance: Secret Clearance
Military Experience: 3.8 years
Work Experience: 8.4 years
Work Experience:
Passionate public servant with an eagerness to improve the lives of veterans and their families through active listening, relationship building, and legislative advocacy.
Military Service:
Rank: Captain
Branch/Position: Marine Corps
Period: November 2008 - September 2012
Occupation: 1371 - Marine Corps Combat Engineer
Security Clearance: Secret Clearance
Duties Description:Yeomen perform administrative and clerical work, operating office equipment like computers and fax machines They also answer telephones, type, sort incoming mail, organize files and do all manner of office writing. This may include business and social letters, notices and reports. In addition, yeomen perform office personnel administration, maintain records and official publications, and perform administrative functions for legal proceedings, such as preparing briefs and other documentation.Training courses:
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Work history:
Job Title: Executive Director of Special Projects
Company: NYC Department of Veterans’ Services
Period: February 2020 - December 2021
Role Description:● Launched VetConnectPro, a $1.2M investment in software development to create the first-of-its kind digital employment tool that translates military occupations to civil service exams and career opportunities in the public and private sector of New York City. This program is designed to make it easier for veteran job seekers to start, continue, and develop purpose driven careers in New York City.
● Oversaw the technology transition and delivery of direct services to veterans and theirfamilies through VetConnectNYC, resulting in more than 300 unique
programs providedby over 200 community based and major nonprofit organizations within the local,state and national level resulting in over 5,000 clients served.● Managed department’s programmatic delivery of services through $2.5M in vendor contracts.
● Managed public-private initiative with the City of New York to provide vital training for City Agency EEO Officers, Veterans’ Liaisons, Hiring Managers, and Agency Personnel Officers to increase recruitment of servicemembers, veterans, and their spouses in City Government and education on benefits and employment protections for veterans and members of active and reserve components of the U.S. Armed Forces.
● Liaised with Deputy Mayor of Strategic Policy initiatives on veterans’ policies and issues.
● Ensured compliance with Executive Order 65 and other regulatory laws.
Job Title: Associate Director of Special Programs
Company: NYC Department of Veterans' Services
Period: January 2019 - January 2020
Role Description:● Oversaw partnerships with CUNY schools and major universities to provide capacity building programs for veterans’ and their families through DVS’ Veterans on Campus Initiative.
● Created and managed the Service2Service mentorship program for Veterans and AmeriCorps members interested in employment with the City of New York in partnership with NYC Service.
● Managed and executed phase 1.5 of the FairFaresNYC Program, where in a 3-month period I received over 700 interest forms, screened over 400 completed applications, and determined over 230 student veterans eligible for the benefit. Resulting in a total cost savings of up to $170,000 for student veterans residing in NYC.
● Served as a mentor to the winners of the CUNY IBM Watson Challenge for their creation of “Guardian”, a cloud-based artificial intelligence-driven mental health assistant for Veterans.
Job Title: Senior Policy Analyst
Company: NYC Department of Veterans' Services
Period: July 2017 - January 2019
Role Description:● Launched the first interagency “HUD-VASH Continuum” initiative in the nation with US Housing & Urban Development, US Department of Veterans’ Affairs, New York City Housing Authority, and the New York City Department of Homeless Services to provide a specific subset of military veterans with housing resources needed to live independently. To date, there have been over 140 formerly homeless veterans disconnected from VA services that were placed in permanent housing due to the program.
● Managed all operations and staff within the Housing Coordination Center of the HSS line of action.
● Increased the number of private market housing secured by homeless veterans by 250% from the previous year.
● Developed data elements and reports needed to support HSS operations, including reporting for the Mayor’s Management Report and other City Hall trackers.
Job Title: Adjudication Specialist
Company: US Department of State
Period: October 2015 - July 2017
Role Description:● Facilitated U.S. citizens with emergency situations that require travel outside of the United States.
● Collaborate with local and federal government offices on foreign policy and global threats, further citizenship, and border security.
● Reviewed applications to establish authenticity and adequacy in accordance with laws and regulations outlined in the Foreign Affairs Manual and Immigration and Nationality Act.
Job Title: Constituent Liaison
Company: New York State Assembly
Period: June 2014 - September 2014
Role Description:● Served as primary representative for Assembly Member to residents of 28th District in Queens, NY.
● Generated memorandums and reports on topics for new policies the Assemblyman was interested in drafting.
● Responded to constituent requests and addressed each request from initial contact to resolution.
● Examined challenges within the community and conducted research to develop various solutions.
Job Title: Immigration Services Assistant
Company: US Department of Homeland Security
Period: September 2013 - May 2014
Role Description:Performed research and adjudicative assistance on citizenship applications to verify laws and regulations to determine American citizenship and legal eligibility.Job Title: Assistant Commissioner of Community Services
Company: NYC Department of Veterans' Services
Period: January 2022 - present
Role Description:● Develops strategic plans and implements comprehensive service delivery strategies and quality assurance to comply with agency goals, local laws, and Mayoral Management Reports throughout the 5 boroughs of New York City.
● Maintains the operational synergy of the department and administers managerial oversight for staff dedicated to care coordination, housing homeless veterans, facilitating pension and disability claims for veterans and family members, performing aftercare and eviction prevention services, and burial benefits for indigent and unclaimed deceased veterans.
● Analyzes policies and procedures related to local, state, and federal benefits.
● Conducts Commissioner directed reviews of operational and personnel policies and service contracts to ensure compliance with New York City Procurement Policy Board Rules and to assist in resolving problems stalling the procurement process.
Job Title: Interim Intergovernmental Affairs Director
Company: NYC Department of Veterans' Services
Period: October 2021 - December 2022
Role Description:● Prepared Senior Staff for public hearings and when necessary, testify on behalf of the agency.
● Drafted testimony and liaise with the Mayor’s Office of Legislative Affairs for public hearing preparation.
● Tracked, researched, interpreted, and analyzed pending legislation, laws, policies, and administrative guidelines and regulations, with a focus on
identifying key issues and impacts to the agency and its mission.● Developed and enhanced positive, effective relationships with other agencies and elected representatives and their staff.
● Track, process and provide updates and information to internal stakeholders and the Mayor’s Office of Legislative Affairs.
Education:
CUNY Baruch College - School of International & Public Affairs
Master's Degree – Public Administration
Period: September 2014 - July 2016
St. John's University
Bachelor's Degree – Corporate & Homeland Security
Period: September 2012 - June 2014
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