Confidential User

Email: abqqkb@r.postjobfree.com

Address: Address Withheld

City: Alpharetta

State: GA

Zip: 30022

Country: USA

Phone: 770-***-****

Skill Level: Management

Salary Range: $80,000

Primary Skills/Experience:

See Resume

Educational Background:

See Resume

Job History / Details:

PAUL THOMAS RUSSELL

9290 BRUMBELOW CROSSING WAY

ALPHARETTA, GA 30022

EVENING PHONE: 770-***-****

CELL PHONE: 770-***-****

abqqkb@r.postjobfree.com

abqqkb@r.postjobfree.com

U.S. Citizen: Yes

Federal Employee: No

Highest Grade Level and Dates: No

Retired Military: YES

Branch, Rank and Dates of Military Service: U.S. Army, COL, 08/1969 - 09/2007

Date of Military Retirement: 09/01/2007

Veteran`s Preference: Yes

Veteran`s Preference Points: Yes

Security Clearance: Secret

-COL Russell accomplished more than his peers because of keen organizational expertise and superb leadership abilities. Paul possesses a wealth of professional competence, fortitude to decide, and dynamic leadership to inspire others to accomplish. Infectious charisma.- -Brig. Gen. Blake Williams, 2006 OER.

INITIATIVE DECISION-MAKING LEADERSHIP BUDGETARY LAW ENFORCEMENT SECURITY INTELLIGENCE MANAGEMENT CREATIVITY

Offer executive direction, management, and training knowledge and skills only a long-tenured, highly-decorated U.S. Army leadership career can develop. Experienced working integrated training programs within US Army, DOD, and military contractor corporate structure to ensure that training goals and objectives are met. Possess ability to team-build and gain efficiencies benefiting the customer, insuring planning, development, coordination, and evaluation of effective integrated training programs are conducted correctly. Possesses US Army intelligence, terrorism, counterterrorism, first response, risk avoidance, risk management skills as well as extensive training experience.

Training advisor and technical expert. Serve as Battle Staff Training/Planning Support Team Leader for First Army G-3 Training and Exercise Branch. Major duties include collective training plan research and development, and training execution, which provides quality control to exercise control cells. Design exercise scenarios based on mission and unit commander's training objectives. Recommends policies and plans for execution of training objectives. Extensive leadership, staff, and personnel management experience.

Development, coordination, and evaluation of effective integrated training programs. Develop theater-specific scripting of Combat/Combat Support/Combat Service Support (C/CS/CSS) Joint Master Scenario Events List (JMSEL), injects that are integrated to support lanes training, field training exercises, and constructive staff training within a Live-Virtual-Constructive environment.

Special expertise in areas of law enforcement, intelligence, security, management, and budget process. Served as Commander of the only Military Police Battalion (CID) in the U.S. Army Reserve and National Guard. Supervised operations of four sub-organizations located in four states. Responsible for recruiting, discipline, training, investigations, supply, maintenance, and administration. Served as senior ranking Military Police CID officer in the reserve component and acted as spokesperson with CID Command Reserve Affairs on issues raised by CID Detachments nationwide.

EXPERIENCE

TRAINING TEAM LEAD/ November 2012 - November 2013

TRAINING AND EXERCISE PLANNER

General Dynamics, Information Technology

4th Brigade, 75th Division

1400 Golden Acorn Drive

Birmingham, AL 35244

Training Team Lead: Mission Training Complex (MTC) primary POC for all coordination, planning and development of all levels of Collective training: Live, Virtual, Constructive, and Gaming. Supervise a 12 man training team that provides individual, staff, collective and leader training as well as technical and administrative support. Responsible for developing and providing computer based instruction (formal and informal) to military and government personnel on the proper operation and use of various Army Mission Command Systems and their integration with JLCCTC-ERF stem-simulations systems. Primary systems instruction consists of JDLM, BCS3, CPOF, FBCB2, VBS2 and JACATS. Supervise all preparation of instructor/trainer materials (course outline and POIs, training aids) and all student materials (course manuals, workbooks, handouts, completion certificates, and course critique forms).

Training & Exercise Planner: Served as the MTC main point of contact for specific exercise and training support. Worked with event planners to determine correct mix of MTC support. Provided simulation use and training planning advice to Exercise Planning Officer (EPO) and training units. Synchronized training and tech branch efforts and products. Lead for synchronizing efforts among MTC personnel in regards to exercise and training events. Training coordinator and consultant to customer units for Levels II through V training in the ARFORGEN cycle. Conducts battle command systems interoperability and employment training. During exercises serve as a simulation systems coach/mentor to role players or perform duties as a role player as directed by Task Lead.

Key Achievements:

* Successfully supported New JLCCTC-ERF v5.3 fielding at the 4/75th

* Successfully supported fielding and Proof of Principle COMMEX for the Distributed Simulation Capability (DCS) and Point of Presence Capability Access Node (POPCAN) systems

* Reconfigured all training suites to make for a more comprehensive learning environment

* Successfully trained over a hundred students in-house and supported training of over 2000+ during CSTX and WAREX exercises

TEAM CHIEF - TRAINING/EXERCISE September 2008 to May 2011

SPECIALIST

First Army Headquarters

G3 Training Exercise Branch

4705 N. Wheeler Drive,

Forest Park, GA 30297

Serves as a Lead training simulations systems specialist by analyzing and managing the Army Battle Command Staff training initiatives and programs for First Army. Responsible for the direction, development, planning, scheduling, resourcing, and execution of Army Title 10 Training Exercise and Joint Training Exercise (JTX).

Conduct in-depth research on theater-specific operations, doctrine and lessons learned, newly-developed tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs), used in the development of Joint Master Scenario Event List (JMSEL) events which accurately replicate the operational environment that the training is designed to support. Organized, trained, managed, and supervised ad hoc exercise planning and working groups.

Supervised the analysis and approval of exercise budget estimates and sponsor request for units, equipment, and personnel. Developed training plans, wrote Programs of Instruction (POI) and maintained training event calendars. Served as an immediate supervisor and performed the full range of delegated personnel management functions for civilian, military and contract personnel.

Key Achievements:

Successfully served as Lead Planner for two Division level Command Post Training Exercises (CPX). The units where the 34 Infantry Division (2008/09) and 36 Infantry Division (2009/10). Each Division had over 700 personnel who where trained.

OPERATIONS/TRAINING ANALYST 12/2006 - 09/2008

General Dynamics, Information Technology

4th Brigade, 75th Division

1400 Golden Acorn Drive

Birmingham, AL 35244

Direct and foster collective training plan development and training execution providing higher control to exercise control cells. Assist in design of exercise scenarios based on exercise and unit commander's training objectives. Responsible for research and development of instructional methodologies to include adult learning, up-to-date technology and training course evaluation.

Develop theater-specific scripting of C/CS/CSS Joint Master Scenario Events List (JMSEL), injects-modules essential to scenario-based training-that are integrated to support lanes training, field training exercises and constructive staff training within a Live-Virtual-Constructive environment to include first response. Realism is at the core of every successful exercise, whether it's tabletop or full-scale drill. Conduct in-depth research on theater-specific operations, lessons learned and newly-developed tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs), used in the development of JMSEL events which accurately replicate the operational environment that the training is designed to support. Determine the appropriate inject method and introduction point into the exercise. Prepare event implementer in realistic manner using actual unit Standing Operating Procedures (SOP), or correct US Army report formats.

Determine end state and expected outcomes for the appropriate Controller/Trainer (OC/T) to frame observations. Ensure that all C/CS/CSS events are synchronized and appropriately threaded throughout the exercise scenario. Develop hybrid JMSEL injects which are synchronized with the appropriate simulation systems to ensure integration

BRANCH CHIEF, COLONEL 09/2005 - 08/2007

2nd SEG, 1st Brigade, 87th Division, Training Support (TS)

US Army Reserve

Birmingham, AL 35244

Supervised 34 Observer Controller/Trainer personnel. Designed, developed, prepared, coordinated and conducted Command Post Training simulation exercises for Combat, Combat Service, and Combat Service Support units in the Army Reserve National Guard and Army Reserve in the 87th Division (TS) and 1st Army area of responsibility (AOR) of five states in the Southeastern Region.

Responsible for training, administration, discipline and welfare of all assigned personnel. Provided guidance to Project Officers, Chief of Operation and Chief Observer/Controller/Trainers in the development of written orders, scripted injects, role player requirements, and other products sufficient to drive Command Post Training Exercises. Ensured proper staff actions in compliance with training objectives, MTP standards, METL, and overall unit training plans were meet for all exercised units. Prepared budget estimates, execution data, and training status reports on exercised units.

Key Achievements:

Promoted to COLONEL and -launched into new unaccustomed duties with uncommon zeal and vitality.- Assumed initiative in supervising final planning of a Brigade Combat Team (BCT) in preparation for deployment to Iraq. Lauded by General Officer for charismatic attitude that elicits maximum support.

Successfully served as Exercise Director for four critical Command Post Training Exercises (CPX).

COMMANDER, LT. COL. 02/2003 - 08/2005

733rd Military Police Battalion, Criminal Investigative Division (CID)

U.S. Army Reserve

4904 Jonesboro Rd.

Fort Gillem, Georgia 30297

Served as ranking Military Police Criminal Investigation Officer in the reserve component. Acted as spokesperson with CID Command Reserve Affairs on issues raised by subordinate CID Detachments nationwide. Performed, delegated, directed, planned for, and evaluated annual worldwide conference for all US Army Reserve and National Guard Criminal Investigation Division agents. Ensured dissemination of criminal intelligence among Military Police and Military Intelligence units as part of terrorism and First Responder and Force Protection counteraction. Provided recommendations on crime prevention, personal security missions and first responder missions to senior Department of Defense and Department of Army officers/officials.

Successfully mobilized and deployed unit headquarters and three sub-unit organizations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (02/2003-12/2003). Supervised day-to-day unit operations, including administration, supply, maintenance, publication, inspections and investigations, and discipline. Provided operational control over three field offices located in Southern Iraq and Kuwait consisting of over 60 special agents. Responsible for sensitive site operations i.e. weapons of mass destruction and mass graves investigations. Supervised all felony criminal investigations, as well as all logistical security assessments of key shipping ports, logistical sites and supply routes.

Key Achievements:

Commander of the only Military Police Battalion, Criminal Investigation Division (CID), in the US Army Reserve and National Guard.

Lauded for aggressively pursuing personnel recruitment and simultaneously receiving the first successful OIP inspection in four years.

Planned and executed the annual Criminal Investigation Training session, attended by all CID Commanders and CID agents in the US Army Reserve and National Guard.

Planned, organized and maintained operational control over multi-national task force. Unit was often the First Responder to sensitive sites investigations and mass graves sites throughout southern Iraq. Successfully found 27 Iraqi mass graves sites.

EXCUTIVE OFFICER (XO), LT. COL. 01/2001 - 02/2003

1st Brigade, 87th Division, Training Support (TS)

US Army Reserve

Birmingham, Alabama 35244

Served as Executive Officer for a simulation exercise group in a General Officer Command. Exercised control in the name of the Commander in matters of training, administration, supply, maintenance, operations, recruitment, inspections & investigations and discipline.

Assisted the commander and branch chiefs in planning, coordination, and conduct of BCSTs from exercise planning conferences through production of After Action Repots. Participated and ensured BCSTs were

coordinated and conducted in accordance with doctrine and met training objectives.

Possessed principal staff responsibility for group administration, logistics, and training. Managed Group Organizational Inspection Program.

Directed, managed, and evaluated seven-person staff, whose primary responsibility was Group administrative and training needs. Primary coordinator between active Army units and active Guard and Reserve units for additional support. Assisted in development of yearly budget and manpower requirements

Key Achievements:

Lauded for mentoring staff and management of unit, credited with developing excellent younger officers.

Credited with handling multiple taskings and deadlines with efficiency, success and the highest of standards.

Hailed as an excellent resource/financial manager.

SENIOR CONTROLLER/TRAINER, LT. COLONEL 05/1999 - 12/2000

1st Brigade, 87th Division, Training Support (TS)

US Army Reserve

Birmingham, Alabama 35244

Served as Deputy Branch Chief responsible for administrative and training of all personnel in the Branch. Supervised preparation and conduct of BCST exercises assigned to the Branch to produce. Ensured scenario, control plan, messages, and modules were doctrinally sound and consistent with unit`s Mission Essential Task List (METL) and fulfilled unit commanders` training objectives during preparation phase.

Served as Chief of Operation during BCST exercises, supervising over 40 Controller/Trainers. Reviewed observation worksheets submitted by controllers and made oral and written reports for input into final After Action Review (AAR) at completion of the exercise. Wrote final After Action Report and submitted it to participating unit Commanders.

Maintained current doctrinal knowledge in rear operations and other CSS/CS battlefield operating systems related to operational and training requirements. Was the primary expert for First Responders/Force Protection training.

Other Assignments:

OBSERVER/CONTROLLER/TRAINER, MAJ. Primary responsibility for exercising Military Police and Chemical units. Participated in over 15 Battle Command Staff Training (BCST) exercises. Wrote physical security portion and message play for all exercises. Was the primary expert for First Responders/Force Protection training.

INSTRUCTOR, COUNTER TERRORISM DEPT., CAPT. Instructor for Department of Defense Joint Service Combating Terrorism on Military Installation course. Ensured all training knowledge of latest developments in terrorism reaction and avoidance techniques materials was current. Was the primary expert for First Responders/Force Protection training. As the COR made sure all contracted services met their contractual obligations.

COMTROLLER/CHIEF SUPPORT DIVISION, CAPT. Supervised support branch that provided support to an organization consisting of 35 people, including eight field grade/technical officers, four GS-13 civilian scientists, four senior NCO technicians, seven foreign national specialists, four foreign language translators, and

a three-person command group. Managed the unit`s administrative and personnel records and publications. Performed duties commensurate with those of installation resource manager/comptroller.

TEAM CHIEF/INSTRUCTOR, CAPT., US Army Military Police School. Team Chief and Small Group Leader/Instructor for the Military Police officer Advance courses.

NUCLEAR/CHIMICAL SECURITY OFFICER, CAPT. Responsible for developing concepts and operational and organizational plans to identify and support army Nuclear/Chemical weapons security requirements. Served as the advisor/technical expert on Weapons of Mass Destruction and hazardous materials operations utilizing toxic chemical agents. Created programs based on training plans that served multiple emergency disciplines and agencies.

EDUCATION

College: Southern Oregon University

Major field(s) of study: Business Administration

Type and year of degree(s) received: Bachelor of Science (B.S.), 1978

High School: Narbonne High School, Harbor City, California

Type and year of degree(s) received: Diploma, 1965

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Additional Professional Training:

Military Police, Advanced Individual Training (AIT)

3rd Army NCO Academy

Officer Candidate School (OCS)

Infantry Officer Basic Course (resident)

Mortar Platoon Leader Course

Junior Officer Maintenance Management Course

Officer/NCO NBC Course

4th Infantry Division Maintenance Management Course

4th Infantry Division Company Commanders Course

Military Police Officer Advance Course (Resident)

Counter Terrorist Course

Combat Developer Course

Nuclear Physical Security Course

Combined Arms & Service Staff School (CAS3)(Resident)

Resource Management Budget Course

Planning, Programming, Budgeting & Execution Systems Course

Command Controller Certification Course

Command and General Staff College (Nonresident)

Commanders Safety Course

Battalion/Brigade Commanders Course

Computer Skills: Computer literate; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.

Honors and Awards:

Legion of Merit

Bronze Star Medal

Meritorious Service Medal, 3 Oak Leaf Clusters

Army Commendation Medal, 4 Oak Leaf Clusters

Army Achievement Medal

Army Good Conduct Medal

National Defense Service Medal, 3rd Award

Army Service Ribbon

NCO Professional Development Ribbon, Numeral 2

Overseas Service Ribbon

The Iraq Campaign Medal

Global War On Terrorism Expeditionary Medal

Armed Forces Reserve Medal

Armed Forces Reserve Medal, 2ndAward, and-M-Device

I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information on and attached to this application is true, correct, complete, and made in good faith.

Paul T. Russell Date

Contact this candidate