Training Project

Edward J. Williams

**** ******** ** *********, ***** 76002

Home 817-***-**** Cell 210-***-**** E-mail: abmboh@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Multi-talented leader with extensive expertise in the training field, as well as project/program management and data

analysis and reporting. Over 15 years experience instructing in the classroom, lecturing and leading group discussions.

Expert in instructor training and development as well as training program needs assessment, development and

evaluation. Project/program management skills include proficiency with MS project software, milestone/goal tracking

and delivery, developing/managing company-wide initiatives, and leading cross-functional teams. Extensive

educational background, culminating in Masters of Science Degree in Adult Education. Proven track record in leading

small and large operational and staff groups to achieve business objectives.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

DELL PEROT SYSTEMS, Plano, TX 2006-2010

Associate Development Senior Specialist

• Program manager responsible for development, analysis and reporting for global employee survey

programs.

o Developed/managed project schedules and communications; provided detailed data to six

major business units to guide human capital strategy decisions.

• Led multiple company-wide initiatives.

o Led initiation/planning/execution phases of global on-boarding and exit survey project; provided

valuable data to board of directors/CEO for people decisions.

o Managed phased rollout of new payroll time and labor system; ensured compliance with strict

California time and attendance laws.

o Reengineered processes to transition global associate survey programs from vendor management to

in-house process; streamlined process and saved $45K annually.

o Member of cross-functional team tasked to integrate HR processes of Perot Systems and Dell after

merger; work stream project lead; coordinated schedules/taskings between the two companies

• Project lead for company’s first-ever enterprise-wide diversity initiative; developed/conducted quarterly

diversity events; developed high-potential women’s development program.

• Volunteered as auxiliary instructor for Corporate Learning & Development division; avoided part-time

instructor hires, saved $35K+ annually for corporate training budget.

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE 1982-2007

Chief of Military Training, Keesler AFB, MS 2004-2007

• Responsible to CEO-equivalent military commander for military training of over 35,000 trainees annually at

43 locations across the United States.

o Led major revision of training program; partnered with strategic leaders to determine training needs;

“sold” new program to major command leadership; staged successful 3-month implementation plan.

o Created mobile training leader course; eliminated training backlog and saved $18K in travel costs

o Led 4-person trainer recruitment/employment operation; annually screened 600+ special duty

packages; filled 130+ positions; kept nationwide trainer manning at 99%

• Managed two concurrent headquarters inspection/evaluation programs.

o Developed first-ever standardized evaluation process and ensured 12 evaluators were trained

o By-name request to lead inspection teams for 3 other commands…recognized subject matter expert;

identified 6 major deficiencies and provided invaluable advice on areas for improvement.

Chief of Military Training, Sheppard AFB, TX 2003-2004

• Oversaw military training program for the Air Force’s largest technical training wing; 8,000+ trainees daily, at

12 locations.

o Standardized training and shared best practices across five large organizations; two rated

“Outstanding” and three rated “Excellent” during headquarters evaluation

o Oversaw redesign of training leader course -- conducted training needs assessment; cut 14 hours of

outdated material; reduced post-graduation training time by 4 weeks

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Edward J. Williams

9107 Lockhart Dr Arlington, Texas 76002

Home 817-***-**** Cell 210-***-**** E-mail: abmboh@r.postjobfree.com

Operations Flight Superintendent, Maxwell AFB, AL 2000-2003

• Led 20 training professionals responsible for physical conditioning, military training, and scheduling support

for 3,200 students annually.

o Organized/directed first-ever indoor Officer Training School (OTS) graduation parade; planned and

flawlessly carried out in only 4 days

o Conducted training needs assessments across 3 organizations to help plan training strategy and

create training programs to fit unit needs; reduced late skill level advancements by 80%

o Served as senior enlisted advisor to the OTS commander; provided advice on morale and welfare of

50+ enlisted members; 46% improvement on satisfaction surveys

Program Management Superintendent, Lackland AFB, TX 1995-2000

Military Training Instructor

• Trained and led team to review training programs for 500-member organization; converted failing area to

zero-deficiency program

• Managed annual program inspection regimen and provided expert advice to senior leaders on operational

readiness, training and self-inspection; program rated “Outstanding” by headquarters inspection team.

o Oversaw management and training of more than 1,600 basic military training students, 40 assigned

instructors, and 15instructor trainees annually.

EDUCATION

• Pursuing Master of Business Administration Degree, Keller Graduate School of Management, Anticipated

Graduation, Summer 2011

• Master of Science in Adult Education, Troy State University, Montgomery

• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Education (emphasis: Corporate Training and Development and

Business Administration), Wayland Baptist University

• Associate in Applied Science, Aircraft Fuel Systems Maintenance Technology, Community College of the Air

Force

• Associate in Applied Science, Instructor of Technology and Military Science, Community College of the Air

Force

ADDITIONAL TRAINING

• Air Force Academic Instructor School

• Air Force Basic Instructor Course

• Air Force Military Training Instructor School

• Project Management (completed 96 hours) (Project Management Foundations, Change Management,

Estimation and Planning, Workshop Facilitation)

SIGNIFICANT AWARDS

• Master Military Training Instructor

• Air Education and Training Command Master Instructor

• Distinguished Graduate Awards

o Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) Leadership School

o Air Force NCO Academy

o Air Force Military Training Instructor School

o Air Force Basic Instructor Course

o Air Force Senior NCO Academy

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