Manager Training

J O H N D . R IC HAR DS ON, M.E D ., MPA

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EXCEPTIONAL INSTRUCTOR VISIONARY LEADER SAFETY & TALENT MANAGEMENT EXPERT

Accomplished professional with 21+ years of successful leadership experience in progressively

responsible positions; demonstrated expertise in design and implementation of highly effective training

programs, optimizing safety results and effective talent management. Poised, knowledgeable, and

regarded for superb instructional skills in both group and one-on-one settings. Exceptional ability to

manage multiple tasks, and orchestrate conflicting priorities in dynamic and high-pressure

environments. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with demonstrated ability

to seamlessly communicate complex information in compelling presentations. Inspiring leader with

strong analytical skills and a systematic approach to resolving complex challenges, while fostering

stakeholder relationships. Seeking to utilize experience, education, training, and strong work ethic

in an organization that values dedication and results.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Training/Instructing & Curriculum Development ● Risk & Safety Management ● Talent

Management/HR Functions

Student Focused Curriculum ● Keen Attention to Detail ● Regulatory Compliance ● Strategic

Alliances/Partnerships

Collaboration/Team Leadership ● Efficient Project Management ● Quality Assurance ● Optimizing

Effectiveness

Strong People Skills ● Inspiring High Performance ● Injury Investigations ● Strong Business

Acumen

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

LEE BRASS, Anniston, AL, 2013 – Present

Training / Safety Manager

Proactively coordinate and manage all safety functions, including OSHA compliance/interface and

program development/implementation, while consistently meeting or exceeding industry safety

standards. Develop strategic plans to meet or exceed injury rate reduction objectives and create a safe

work environment for all associates. Utilize strong business acumen to achieve program objectives.

Skillfully coordinate and facilitate safety and health training programs, internal and external safety

audits, and required testing to ensure optimal effectiveness.

Provide forward thinking leadership and guidance to production supervisors concerning new and

established processes, while serving as a knowledgeable and trusted resource across various

departments.

Facilitate training, gap analysis, curriculum design, and development of safety and leadership

programs.

Prepare, develop, and implement new employee orientation training and safety programs in

compliance with state, federal, OSHA, and NIOSH regulations, as well as company policies.

Offer technical expertise on safety and track/monitor safety performance.

Analyze and manage worker’s compensation program, first aid, and industrial hygiene for optimal

results.

Lead comprehensive injury investigations; perform root cause analysis and implement problem

resolution and preventative measures. Consistently communicate statistical data in safety-related

trends analysis reports.

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Guide, direct, and train emergency response teams to ensure overall preparedness.

GENERAL PHYSICS STRATEGIES, Anniston, AL, 2000 – 2013

Project Lead / Training Manager (2003 – 2013)

Senior Instructor, Anniston Chemical Disposal Facility Training Department (2000 – 2003)

Developed, implemented, and facilitated highly effective training programs to ensure full compliance

with Construction Industry Safety and Health standards, OSHA standards, corporate standards and

Codes of Federal Regulation and the Federal Acquisition Register.

Analyzed data through daily briefings to determine results and trends for needs and improvements;

offered recommendations to enhance training and promote successful compliance programs.

Flawlessly managed a training budget of $10M divided among several work packages.

Utilized strong expertise and knowledge of Chemical Agents, Respiratory Protection, Emergency

Response, Hazardous Material, Surety, HAZCOM, and Chemical Personnel Reliability Programs.

Managed the contractual scope of work and contract deliverables for General Physics Strategies on

the ANCDF project.

Developed and deployed emergency evacuation plans; oversaw Fire and Bomb Threat drills.

Integrated training with cross-departmental teams and functional managers in support of plant

systemization, maintenance. and operations activities.

Led, guided, managed and motivated up to 55 employees, including instructors and other training

specialists; earned a reputation for firm, yet compassionate mentorship. Also evaluated contractor

performance.

Coached, taught, and mentored hundreds of personnel in professional and personal development,

utilizing an “open door” policy. Maintained high morale and an effective team-oriented

environment.

Oversaw 17,000 sq. ft. of classroom/laboratory space and annual student populations of 1,000+.

Thrived in an environment of limited resources and worked diligently to create engaging lesson

plans.

Ensured all training material complied with state and regulatory requirements.

Created numerous training materials from scratch, including new lesson plans; deployed highly

innovative methods of motivating students. Closely reviewed and analyzed training outcomes.

Improved organizational performance through a leadership approach that emphasize d analytical

decision-making, individualized performance improvement plans, and sound recommendations for

programmatic changes.

Developed and managed the daily work activities of instructors as well as the individual

professional development plans of instructors and provided recommendations on merit increases

and promotions.

Previous work experience:

WESTINGHOUSE ANNISTON, Anniston, AL, 1999 – 2000

Programmatic Lesson Learned Specialist

U.S. ARMY, Various locations (including deployment to Operation Desert Storm), 1978 – 1999

Senior Training Developer, Army Chemical School (1997 – 1999)

Chief Instructor, Writer and Facility Area Manager, Army Chemical School (1994 – 1997)

EDUCATION

MASTER OF EDUCATION, Training Development Leadership, North Central University,

Prescott Valley, AZ

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MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION, Environmental Science Management, Jacksonville

State University, Jacksonville, AL

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, Human Resource Management, Faulkner University, Montgomery,

AL

SELECTED TRAINING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

OSHA Introduction to Safety and Health Management; Authorized Trainer for Construction Industry;

Authorized Trainer for General Industry Safety Qualified Supervisor; Safety Trained Supervisor

(STS); Basic Incident Command System Course; FEMA Emergency Management Course; Decision

Making and Problem Solving; FEMA Fundamentals of Emergency Management; FEMA Leadership

and Influence; FEMA Introduction to the Incident Command Systems; 40 Hour Hazardous Waste and

Emergency Response Operations Train-the-Trainer; HAZMAT Technician

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

Instructor Training Course: United States Army, FEMA Community Emergency Response Team

Certified, Lions Technology Manager Environmental Safety and Health (MESH) Certificate, Master

Project Management Certification, Society of Human Resource Management Learning System

(SHRM) Certificate of Completion, Human Resource Management Certificate of Completion,

Curriculum Design, Training Delivery and Observation Certificate of Completion, Certified Training

Developer: United States Army, Certified Training Manager: Langevin Learning Services, Certified

Problem Solving and Decision Making Program Leader, Kepner-Tregoe (KT), Certified Development

Dimensions International Facilitator (DDI), Certificate of Completion: Facilities Management,

Certificate of Completion: Fundamentals of Systems Acquisition Management, Essentials of Project

Management Certificate of Achievement, Project Management Certificate of Completion, Project

Management Certificate Program: The Kerzner Approach to Project Management. Certified First

Aid/CPR/AED Instructor; Certified CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer Instructor

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access

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