Experience

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  School of Infantry West

  • Director of Academics

    • May 2021 - Present

    Responsible for developing all education and training materials for 54 entry-level, intermediate level, and advanced courses. I supervises a Deputy Academic Director, Instructional Systems Specialists, Training Specialists, Program of Instructon(POI)Managers, Curriculum developers, International Military Student Officer, Foreign Disclosure Officer, and Marines associated with Learning and Development activities. Disclosure Officer, and Marines associated with LDD activities. I work directly with the Marine Training and Education Coommand and Readiness (T&R) Managers in developing manuals that guide POI development. I plan organize, and execute T&R working groups and conferences, Course Content Review Boards (CCRB), Master Lesson File (MLF) working groups, resource working groups ,and other conferences or working groups as required

  • Director of Academics

    • May 2021 - Present

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  Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific

  • Canada
  • Defense and Space Manufacturing
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Instructional Systems Specialist Organizational Development Management & Training Consultant

    • May 2016 - Present

    Senior Instructional Systems Specialist leader with 27+ years; experience. Proactively addresses & responds to Organizational Development issues by bringing key stakeholders together to assess the following: need assessment, root causes and performance gaps, implementing and/or supporting implementation of appropriate interventions, including instructional leadership; strategic planning; tactical and project planning; facilitation; adjunct professor; program designer; curriculum development and performance analysis. Recognized for active involvement in a wide-range of human service groups focused on enhancing quality of life and improving access and inclusiveness initiatives, and an active involvement in a wide-range of human service groups focused on enhancing quality of life and improving access and inclusiveness initiatives. A passionate leader who collaborates with stakeholders to create a clear vision aligned with purpose, values and goals to transform organizations into successful teams of high achievers. An expert strategist and educational leader accountable for shaping and distributing messages using my experience and knowledge of adult learning principles, to recommend the most appropriate instructional methods and delivery based on learning outcomes, performance objectives, and known delivery constraints.Recognized as the subject matter expert in civilian and military training directives, educational policies, procedures and manuals for active involvement in a wide-range of human service groups focused on enhancing quality of life and improving access and inclusiveness initiatives.An inspirational leader in education and training with a passion for serving others in a mission driven environment.

  • Instructional Systems Specialist/ Defense Acquisition Workforce Development Funds Manager

    • May 2016 - Present

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  NAWICPAC

  • NIWC Point Loma, California

  • Instructional Systems Specialist/Defense Acquisition Workforce Development Fund Manager

    • May 2016 - Present
    • NIWC Point Loma, California

    • LEADERSHIP- Defense Acquisition Workforce Development Fund Manager (DAWDF). Serves as NIWC PAC Program Manager, managing the day-day-execution and operation of over 1.3 million dollars in additional funding for AWF personnel. Track and keep 47 Operation Officer, Program Director (DPD), Career Field Managers (CFM), Trainers, and Business Financial Managers of funding and its intended purposes and execution status. • Worked with 47 Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC PAC) Business Financial Manager, Trainers regarding the following: monthly phasing plan reports, payments (Excel spreadsheets) Data Calls, processing adjustments/reconciliation of CFM’s accounts, which required active interaction with key stakeholders.• Verify and reviewed additional training funds provided by the Department of Defense (DOD). Standardized processed budget request, submitted unfunded spreadsheets to 11 Career Field Managers (CFM’s), collected, compiled, and submit finalized request to the Operations Officer, working directly with DAWDF Program Director (DPD), ensuring documents and reports are reviewed and processed in a timely manner. • Adhered to DOD, financial management principles receive /allocated funding based on training strategy and priorities, assessing monthly obligation, using monthly phasing plan, re-allocate unused funds and maintain/revise unfunded list. As a result reduced the administrative process by 43 percent.

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  Vincennes University

  • Local Naval Bases in the San Diego Area

  • Professor Adjunct

    • Jan 2005 - Present
    • Local Naval Bases in the San Diego Area

    • Reviewed and outline assigned textbook and other related materials, e-pedagogy, learning management systems, resources, and new media production/post –production. Also directly responsible for curriculum coverage submitting lesson plans, updating student records, provide technology integration, student mentorship, counseling, student evaluation and course evaluations. • HUMN 245 Cultural Diversity - UndergradUtilizing a multi-disciplinary approach, provide students with an opportunity to explore their own ethnic roots. In addition, increase their understanding of the main ethnic groups in the United States: Appalachians, Native Americans, Afro-Americans, Asian-Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Hispanics. The social and religious impact on the cultural integration of these groups was introduced. Discuss on how these aspects of United States culture may affect international dialogues will also be included• MHI POL 211 World Politics and International Studies This course was designed as a capstone course for all Pre-Law, History, Economics, Public Administration, and Political Science majors and was a requirement for graduation. The course analyzes the political systems and international relations of modern nation-states, the causes of conflict and war between nations, the impact of war and peace on modern political policies, and the economic and social consequences of political action and globalization. • POLS 111 American National GovernmentStudy of federalism, theories of the origins and purposes of government and other aspects of the central government, including pressure groups, political parties, and the electoral process. Emphasis was placed on constitutional backgrounds and the organization and functions of the executive, legislative, and judicial segments of the national government.

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  Tactical Training Group Pacific (Federal Government)

  • Point Loma California

  • Federal Government U.S. Navy Educational Specialist

    • Sep 2008 - May 2016
    • Point Loma California

    • Director of Training in both military and civilian curriculum design directly supervised curriculum development and training needs of instructors and staff, provided oversight to all staff instructors in regards to instructional techniques and lecture content to assess program effectiveness. • Instructional Systems Supervisor- consisting of 21 courses trained and provided recommendations to senior officers and civilian instructors assigned. • Established and implemented the command’s first instructor standardization guidelines for continuity for current curriculum, and systematic development of curricular materials during annual course reviews, incorporated new innovative training programs technologies, concepts and techniques for classroom instruction, conducted internal formal training to instructors and staff on the following: Instructor Standards; Adult Learning Theory; Motivational Theory and Instructional Design Methods. • Mentored, trained instructors and staff, directly responsible for the internal training and performance of instructors, employed an effective emphasis on determining needs assessment, quarterly evaluations for instructor standards, established curriculum in terms of time and emphasis, reviewed and monitored students and instructor relationships. • A subject matter expert in both military and civilian curriculum design, using my experience and education in researching, developing, updating and revising pertinent materials, documents and related systems and applications in education and training. • Implemented and monitored the following programs: Instructor Evaluations, Student Critiques, Training Quality Indicators, Training Analysis Reviews, Formal Course Reviews, Electronic Student Critiques, Interactive Multimedia Instruction, Computer-aided instruction, and conduct Video .

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  Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

  • Navy Base San Diego Campus

  • Director of Academics & Training

    • Jan 2005 - Jul 2008
    • Navy Base San Diego Campus

    • Director of Academics and Training-Supervised and ensured the professional development of 38 faculty members, conducted quarterly training, keeping professors and staff updated on university policies. • Negotiated and issued term contracts, directly coordinated and implemented university recruitment and the selection processes and screening of 15-25 faculty applicants to fill the instructional needs outlined in the university handbook, published campus annual and term schedules, highly-qualified professionals using emails, local newspapers, phone calls, visiting local community colleges and universities. • Maintained, updated, and revised written directives, policies and procedures; resolved student’s issues in an efficient and timely manner; established, maintained and coordinated complex personnel issues, and managed confidential files. • Managed, monitored, and controlled the campus annual faculty pays and travel budgets ensuring the timely preparation and submission of Term Enrollment Summaries and Faculty Payment Vouchers.• Trained and discussed delivery techniques, standards of ethical behavior, computer and instructor-generated examinations, available instructional resources, student advising, student course critiques, and the development of syllabi, and grading rationales.• Coordinated of Programs- Supervised the implementation of training programs with management staff, conducted research, analyzed data, and prepared written and statistical reports, making recommendations for a variety of Human Resource issues and topics, collaborated with remote and onsite subject matter experts, and other support services teams to develop engaging curricula for a diverse student population. •Managed the operation of organizational credentials, information services, recruitment, classified and certificated staffing, participated on interview panels for employment of administrators and faculty, posted jobs, and visited local universities and community colleges.

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  Federal Government U.S. Navy FASOTRAGRUPAC/CNATT

  • North Island Naval Base

  • Instructional Systems Specialist Supervisor

    • Jan 2006 - Jan 2008
    • North Island Naval Base

    Instructional Systems Specialist Supervisor- Assistance Director of Training, along with the Center for Security Forces (CSF) and the Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT), attended meetings and VTC’s, wrote decisional papers and was ask by name to represent FASOTRAGRUPAC during command alignment between with CNATT. Planned assignments and organized workflow of information services area within the training command, developed programs and processes for improving efficiency of operation. Directly planned and prioritized task with exceptional skill and foresight, maintaining superior readiness. Supervised the following programs: Instructor Evaluations, Student Critiques, Training Quality Indicators, Training Analysis Reviews, Formal Course Reviews, Incoming Instructor Evaluation Boards, Electronic Student Critiques, Interactive Multimedia Instruction, Computer-aided instruction, and Video Tele-training; also, developed appropriate plans to correct all deficiencies encountered in training. Approved leave, informed employees of available in-service training coaching and mentorship on a weekly basis. Resolved simple and informal complain.

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  US Navy

  • San Diego California

  • Avaiation Maintenance/Production

    • Apr 1982 - Jan 2006
    • San Diego California

    • NALCOMIS Supervisor- Fleet Aviation Support Organizational U.S. Pacific Fleet Training Manager, Curriculum Coordinator & Naval Instructor. Provided outstanding leadership, supervision and impressive management skills oversight for 39 Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) approved Naval Aviation training courses. • Directly responsible for supervising 22 military and 34 civilians in order to conduct implementation training for Navy & Marine Corps aviation squadron maintenance and aircrew personnel on all aspects of NALCOMIS operations in accordance with Naval Aviation Maintenance Program policies and procedures.• Specifically responsible for procuring $1.4M in new computer hardware for use in classroom training three years ahead of schedule, from FY-02 to FY-99, in addition directly managed the allocation and distribution of $66 million in parts and support equipment on board CVN-74.• Supervised the Naval Aviation Logistics Command Maintenance Information System (NALCOMIS); oversight for 39 Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) approved Naval Aviation training courses. Supervised and monitored processed complaints of discrimination of over 1,300 naval personal on board USS John C. Stennis, with both squadrons and civilian personnel.• Subject matter expert in the following: Student Training Management (STM), Personnel Module (PERS), Classroom Support Management (CSM), Utilities Module (UTIL), Enterprise Training Equipment Management (ETEM), Recruit Training Management (RTM), and Class Event Resource Scheduling (CERS).• Mentor of Instructor- Directly responsible for the recruitment, supervision and training and mentorship of sailors and civilian personnel for Equal Opportunity Management Leadership programs within the organization. • Supervised and coordinated all the organization’s training activities across all detachments, trained a team of 17 technical-writers in the development of training manuals and documentation.