James West
Watertown,New York
Summary
Dedicated Northeast Regional Coordinator with expertise in boosting team cooperation and creating effective trainingsessions. Proven ability to manage multiple locations and diverse teams, ensuring clear communication andsuccessful project execution. Strong skills in project management, delegation, and proactive problem-solving.Improved team efficiency through streamlined processes and executed regional initiatives successfully.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Northeast Regional Coordinator
Advanced Management Strategies Group
Fort Drum, USA
10.2022 - Current
- Regional Coordinator that managed two programs that help medical transitioning Service Members find success in the civilian sector.
- The Education and Employment Initiative program I assist, coach, and mentor Service Members with seeking new civilian career opportunities.
- Also, reinforce using skills by finding certifications and training for no cost, aids in use of available resources for furthering education needs.
- The Operation Warfighter program I help Service members find internship opportunities within the federal government.
- Coordinated support for 110 Service Members transitioning to civilian roles
- Facilitated connections with over 40 federal agencies and 180 employers nationwide
- Organized 25 career fairs, enhancing employment opportunities for Service Members
- Recovery Coordination Program (Defense Health Agency)
Senior Operations Manager
U.S. Army
Fort Drum, USA
06.2019 - 10.2022
- Supervised unit training programs, advancing professional development for 206 personnel.
- Advised Director on training progression, staff evaluations, and operations center functions.
- Oversaw maintenance of vehicles and equipment valued at $15 million.
- Directed operations center activities, fostering disciplined initiative, and team collaboration.
- Established systems and teams through strong interpersonal skills and professionalism.
- Consulted with Director on orders, processing, staff training, and school allocations.
Senior Instructor
U.S. Army
Long Island, USA
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Supervised the preparation and execution of all training within the unit.
- Managed and professionally developed 206 personnel.
- Advises the Director on all training progression, staff evaluations, and operations center functions.
- Oversee the maintenance of vehicles and equipment worth $15 million.
- Manage the Operations Center that created an environment that enabled others to achieve results with disciplined initiative, establishing systems and teams through interpersonal skills and impeccable professionalism.
- Advised the Director on orders, processing, staff training, and allocation of schools.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for personnel, enhancing their operational effectiveness.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate training needs and adjust curriculum for optimal learning outcomes.
- Led classroom instruction using a variety of teaching methodologies to engage diverse learning styles.
- Mentored junior instructors, fostering professional growth and enhancing teaching techniques across the unit.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions on new instructional technologies and best practices in education.
Group Manager
U.S. Army
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
06.2015 - 07.2018
- Directed unit operations for 129 personnel, overseeing diverse job functions and responsibilities.
- Enforced training programs and professional development to enhance personnel well-being.
- Ensured maintenance and accountability of over $50 million in equipment assets.
- Managed personnel effectively to meet travel manning requirements and operational readiness.
- Executed safety audits and training sessions to reduce workplace accidents as safety director.
- Oversaw implementation of equal opportunity policies, guiding executive officer on affirmative action matters.
- Conducted physical fitness evaluations, delivering training on related policies and procedures.
- Scheduled physical training sessions, developed fitness incentive programs, and maintained $200,000 worth of fitness equipment.
Department Manager
U.S. Army
Fort Bragg, North Carolina
02.2011 - 06.2015
- Advised Director on training plans, operations, and career development to enhance work performance.
- Managed training, health, and welfare programs for 30 personnel.
- Maintained accountability for over $2 million in equipment resources.
- Oversaw travel arrangements and pre-training qualifications for professional growth education of 30 personnel.
- Administered government purchase card and managed $300,000 budget to fulfill mission objectives.
- Served as Board member for Joint Fires Observer Program, supporting division of 22,500 soldiers.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Homeland Security
American Military University
08.2019
Skills
- Abstract thinking
- National security components
- Cross-team collaboration
- Employee management
- Team leadership
- Training development
- Emotional intelligence
- Interpersonal communication
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Team collaboration (Microsoft Teams)
- Project coordination
- Training facilitation
- Conflict resolution
- Team motivation
- Resource allocation
Certification
Instructor
Federal Experience
Military
Volunteer Experience
- Involved in both the VFW and American Legion. Helping provide counsel to veterans, food drives, and community outreach to local employers.
- Volunteer at the local homeless shelter and VA center.
Special Hiring Authority
Disabled, Veteran
Personal Information
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship
Affiliations
Fort Drum Retiree Council Member
Timeline
Northeast Regional Coordinator
Advanced Management Strategies Group
10.2022 - Current
Senior Operations Manager
U.S. Army
06.2019 - 10.2022
Senior Instructor
U.S. Army
07.2018 - 06.2019
Group Manager
U.S. Army
06.2015 - 07.2018
Department Manager
U.S. Army
02.2011 - 06.2015
Bachelor's Degree - Homeland Security
American Military University