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Darryl O. Dotson Jr.
Assistant Director Of Transportation
Colorado Springs,CO
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Summary
Strategic business and logistics leader with 20+ years in military and civilian roles, specializing in transportation and supply chain optimization. Drives growth and operational efficiency through innovative solutions and strong partnerships. Skilled in business development, government contracting, and cross-functional leadership, facilitating effective communication and problem-solving.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Transportation
Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8
01.2022 - Current
- Led a $1M transportation operation, achieving a 100% on-time performance benchmark for three consecutive months by delivering process improvements across route planning, stakeholder coordination, and compliance.
- Led a team of 15 staff members in conducting comprehensive transportation audits, identifying and resolving 10 system discrepancies, resulting in a 40% reduction in supply costs and improving operational efficiency by 50%.
- Developed training schedules for new staff onboarding and created documentation to support the process.
Senior Logistics Advisor
4th Special Troops Battalion
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Delivered logistics evaluations to recover $250M in critical Army equipment.
- Directed logistics compliance and strategic support for 1,000-member organization, ensuring operational adherence to standards.
- Conducted 60+ logistics audits across 100+ agencies, resolving over 2,500 system discrepancies and reducing supply costs by $3M.
Transportation Management Specialist
CASCOM - Combined Arms Support Command
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed $500M in transportation assets, designed scalable, compliant supply chain processes to ensure optimal utilization.
- Produced $210K in operational savings by eliminating inefficiencies in transportation scheduling.
- Developed and led training for 125+ staff on managed transportation best practices, improving workforce readiness and operational efficiency.
Senior Transportation Advisor
1st Armored Division
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Coordinated global equipment movement exceeding $300M in value, ensuring seamless operations across domestic and international locations.
- Oversaw $50M annual transportation offload program, enhancing operational efficiency and aligning costs with budgetary goals.
- Provided strategic consultation on budget forecasting and transportation resourcing to division leadership, improving decision-making processes and resource allocation strategies.
Project Lead - Logistics Modernization
25th Infantry Division
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Increased efficiency in supply management by 15% within the first quarter, optimizing resource allocation and reducing costs.
- Integrated SAP logistics platform across division operations, enhancing operational readiness by developing an onboarding program that trained 125+ users.
- Earned Army Transportation Leadership Award during Senior Leaders Course for outstanding logistics management.
- Utilized self-taught expertise in digital collaboration tools and scheduling software to enhance workforce planning and monitor staff certifications.
Senior Logistics Trainer
US Army Logistics University
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Trained over 15,000 students in transportation, maintenance, and supply chain operations, enhancing workforce readiness and operational efficiency.
- Implemented scalable logistics solutions to enhance mission success and optimize resource allocation.
- Led logistics operations during Operation Enduring Freedom, managing $800M in assets across 15 strategic locations to ensure compliance and effective asset utilization.
Senior Transportation Manager
3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Directed $470M in transportation assets, optimizing utilization and ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
- Launched internal logistics university for over 500 personnel, enhancing training and development programs.
- Reduced equipment repair costs by $750K through training and process refinement, enhancing operational efficiency.
Senior Logistics Manager
94th Brigade Support Battalion
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Led organizational development and training programs for high-risk transport and ammunition logistics, improving operational efficiency.
- Directed high-risk transport logistics, ensured compliance and safety, and significantly reduced incidents.
- Created Driver Improvement Program, training 4,000+ drivers, achieving a zero-accident fiscal year by implementing rigorous safety protocols and continuous training.
Education
Master - Organizational Leadership
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO12.2016
Bachelor - Organizational Management
Ashford University
Iowa City, IA12.2014
Skills
- Team engagement and leadership
- Route planning and optimization
- Logistics management and analysis
- Compliance tracking and reporting
- Transportation auditing and operations
- Process improvement strategies
- Budget forecasting and management
- Effective communication skills
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Performance evaluation techniques
- Training development and delivery
- Operational efficiency enhancements
- Deadline management practices
- Fleet and asset management
- Transport regulations compliance
- Incident investigation processes
- Cross-functional team leadership strategies
- Daily operations oversight
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Aveta Business Institute, 01/01/16
- Operational Contract Support Course, Army Logistics University, 01/01/17
- Senior Enlisted Executive Leadership Course, International Society of Logistics, 01/01/19
Professional Development
- Composite Risk Management
- Diversity and Inclusion Training
- Business Ethics
- Project Management
- Support Operations
- Defense Packaging of Hazardous Material for Transportation
- Earned Value and Financial Management Reports
- Operational Contracting Support Course
- Joint Logistics
- Operations Planning
Timeline
Assistant Director of Transportation
Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8
01.2022 - Current
Senior Logistics Advisor
4th Special Troops Battalion
01.2021 - 01.2022
Transportation Management Specialist
CASCOM - Combined Arms Support Command
01.2020 - 01.2021
Senior Transportation Advisor
1st Armored Division
01.2017 - 01.2019
Project Lead - Logistics Modernization
25th Infantry Division
01.2014 - 01.2017
Senior Logistics Trainer
US Army Logistics University
01.2011 - 01.2014
Senior Transportation Manager
3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment
01.2009 - 01.2011
Senior Logistics Manager
94th Brigade Support Battalion
01.2004 - 01.2009
Master - Organizational Leadership
Colorado Technical University
Bachelor - Organizational Management
Ashford University