Dynamic Training Manager with a proven track record at Team Oregon Motorcycle Safety Program, enhancing instructor quality through a robust quality assurance program. Expert in Microsoft Office Suite and skilled in stakeholder collaboration, I successfully expanded the instructor pool while maintaining a low attrition rate, program excellence and student satisfaction.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Training Manager
Team Oregon Motorcycle Safety Program
Corvallis
06.2021 - Current
Recruited certified instructor pool from 130 to 190 over four years with 7% attrition rate.
Developed quality assurance program, offering feedback to nearly 200 instructors biennially.
Directed daily training operations, providing hands-on support for instructor-related matters.
Made autonomous management decisions aligning with Team Oregon policies and procedures.
Managed hiring, disciplinary actions, and terminations while overseeing instructor certifications and professional development.
Addressed student inquiries and complaints promptly to enhance satisfaction.
Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance program delivery and outreach efforts.
Instructor
Team Oregon Motorcycle Safety Program
Corvallis
05.2001 - 06.2021
Lead the classroom discussion to introduce physical and mental skills.
Increased student skills through practice on range through guided discussion and use of visual coaching.
Managed range activities, and evaluated student and intern performance; modeled a positive attitude, and safe riding skills.
Setup and tear down range, deliver mobile classroom, and motorcycles.
Mentored new instructors and program apprentice instructors on development of skills and proficiency for the past 10 years.
Participated in the program's Leadership Advisory Council.
Designed and coordinated new experienced rider courses.
On call during weekend hours of operation for other instructors in the field for support issues.
Reviewed range cards materials for editing recommendations.
Recognized by the Instructor of the Year 2019 Award.
Awarded Outstanding Instructor and Awards of Merit, 2001-2004.
I participated as a developer of the Field Adviser project in QA improvement efforts.
A guardian angel program mentor for new instructors in the organization.
Identify an organizational need for engagement, and manage the RSP BBQ project for instructors.
Co-Developed the PMC 1/2 course offering, initial selection of instructors, development of PMC IP and internship design.
Identify quality needs with skills test administered by instructors.
Developed recurrent developmental and engagement event Precision Scoring and Timing Clinic.
The first instructor to complete ART internship in one training season.
Created a mobile unit resource binder for all units used across Oregon to be used by all drivers.
Substitute Teacher
Greater Albany Public SD 8J
Albany
04.2018 - 12.2020
Accepted on call requests or scheduled requests for assignments covering classrooms, K-12 in most all subject areas.
Maintained classroom, learning area management skills.
Lead classroom instruction, from pre-planned lesson plans.
On occasion, became comfortable finding the general context of the class, and improvised a lesson plan.
Developed strong relationships with other teachers, and build demand for myself to fill assignments.
Managed classroom behavior and maintained a positive learning environment.
Materials Supervisor
Forest Dental Products
Hillsboro
03.2017 - 02.2018
Supervised and managed the materials needed for projects and all activities related to receiving purchased parts, material flow, and servicing parts as needed.
Supervised, motivated and evaluated all Materials department personnel.
Responsible for materials concern form for manufacturing parts.
Coordinated company internal supply chain.
Shortage sheet management; inform purchasing if expediting of external parts is required.
Executed Kanban changes (physical) and made recommendations for Kanban levels to Purchasing based on Kanban guidelines.
Served as Materials management representative for Material Review Board.Purchasing as necessary.
Serve as Materials management representative for Material Review Board.
Conducted Root Cause on product shortage in internal supply chain.
Coordinated maintenance of warehouse spaces.
Lead and perform physical inventory and coordinate 100+ employees participation.
Identified, lead and managed implementation of continuous improvement projects related to the materials department.
Made recommendations of labor requirements to operations manager.
System Trainer
DIRECTV Home Services
Albany
01.2014 - 01.2015
Received National Recognition for Best Safe Work Practices, in the near instant Hazard Notification System to technicians across Oregon.
Hosted weekly conference calls for System Trainers across the western United States, organizing projects, deadlines, and travel for Trainers to cover other markets in demand of training.
Conducted training utilizing the company's safety, quality, and customer service practices, policies, and standards.
Promoted teamwork and the company's mission during each class conducted and ensured that all OSHA requirements were met.
Managed workplace safety Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) Administrator, responsible for documenting and investigating accidents.
Conferred with management, supervisors and employees to gain knowledge of work situations requiring training and determined training objectives.
Coordinate training schedule with the hiring and training demands for operations.
Formulated teaching outline and determine instructional methods such as individual training, group instruction, demonstrations, conferences, meetings and workshops.
Facilitated class on safety, installation, programming, maintenance, and repair of machinery and equipment.n, on-the-job training, refresher training, use of computers and software, sales and promotional techniques, health and safety practices, etc.
Facilitate class on safety, installation, programming, maintenance, and repair of machinery and equipment.
Administered written and practical exams and write performance reports to evaluate trainees' performance and to evaluate effectiveness of training.
Reported on progress of employees under guidance during training periods.
Assisted employees with problems concerning 'how to' perform specific tasks related to their position.
Made suggestions on improving work procedures in the operation.
Maintained trainee personnel records.
Site Manager
DIRECTV Home Services
Albany
01.2012 - 01.2014
Earned Best Quality Service Award for large sites among 32 others of western United States for Fulfillment Operations in 2013.
Increased Customer Service Index score from 93.36 to 96.6%.
Increased the Protection Plan Take Rate from 30.1% to 40.3%.
Nominated by Site Supervisors and Support Staff to assume the leadership role as Interim Site Manager.
Responsible for the overall business operation and service delivery for the Site.
Oversaw Customer Service, Quality Assurance, Staffing, Training, Inventory, Finance and partners with Field Supervisors in supporting the Installation Technicians.
Provided management direction to ensure our customers are receiving quality service while operating efficiently and profitably.
Delivered financial and operational results for site for a $7.8 M annual budget.
Completed up-to-date business process documentation.
Complete up-to-date business process documentation.
Identified, managed, and executed process improvements that yielded efficiency to meet and exceed operational metrics.
Ensured operations were aligned with DIRECTV's mission, vision, and values.
Maintained and create a 90-day rolling job calendar for the site.
Recognized, develop, and promote talent within the site.
Recognized, developed and promoted talent within the site.
Drove employee satisfaction, retention and promotions.
Managed staff development plans and annual performance reviews.
Implemented business improvement plans, including customer satisfaction and customer retention strategies.
Tracked and analyzed BI data for daily, weekly, and monthly volume/metrics.
Warehouse Manager
DIRECTV Home Services
Albany
01.2008 - 01.2012
Appointed to Inventory National Advisory Council as Warehouse Manager in Albany, OR.
Nominated by Site Supervisors and Support Staff to assume the leadership role as Interim Site Manager.
Reduced wait time for equipment of many technician from 8 hrs per week to 20min.
Reduced overall monthly shrinkage to less than 0.5% (% of monthly receipt purchases).
Reduced shrinkage from nearly 6% to consistently less than 1.0% and frequently less than 0.57%.
Managed staff and associated job functions to include receiving, stocking, pulling, shipping, and distribution of materials, tools or other stock items required.
Managed the efficiency and effectiveness of warehouse staff.
Hired, coached, trained and developed warehouse staff.
Expedited the delivery of inventory ensuring continuity of supply to support operations.
Maintained inventory stock levels by the proficient use of reordering schedules and forecasting.
Implemented efficient storage methods which yield ready accessibility of materials.
Created efficient service to users.
Laid out efficient space utilization, reducing the need for material handling equipment, minimizing material deterioration and pilferage and allowing ease of physical inventory.
Maintained inventory variances, levels and turn within corporate guidelines via the use of a computerized tracking system.
Monitored the day-to-day processing of all transactions to ensure accuracy.
Maintained accurate inventory records and provide performance and status reports on demand.
Assisted corporate personnel in identifying and moving excess and obsolete inventory.
Worked closely will all departments to assure a smooth transition and eliminate obsolescence when changes were made in product specifications and utilization.
Ensured warehouse facilities complied with all OSHA safety guidelines for comparable facilities and work environments.
Ensure warehouse facilities complied with all OSHA safety guidelines for comparable facilities and work environments.
Detective, Evidence Officer
Toledo Police Department
Toledo
01.2004 - 01.2008
Promoted to Field Training Officer, trained and lead a team of patrol officers in all aspects of their field duties.
Evaluated progress and coached areas of opportunity.
Selected to manage evidence room while performing all other duties.
Performed all duties of evidence room management.
Lead agency in volume of DUII enforcement activity.
Awarded the 2007 M.A.D.D. DUI Enforcer for the Year.
Increased productivity and minimize trial time.
Awarded with 2006 Officer of the Year.
Selected for Taser Program Manager and Instructor.
Organized, scheduled and conducted all Taser Certification for all agency personnel.
Promoted to Detective, managed case load of major crimes for agency and crimes against persons.
Project management included delegation of investigation activities and coordination of inter-agency assignments.
Assumed command of crime scenes, delegated tasks, wrote affidavits and executed search warrants.
Conducted complex investigations regarding persons and property crimes.
Managed personnel resources in major crime scenes and larger investigations.
Manage personnel resources in major crime scenes and larger investigations.
Patrolled city streets, enforced Oregon vehicle code and Oregon criminal code.
Counseled persons on civil matters.
Maintained issued equipment and vehicles.
Wrote accurate reports, testified in court, and presented materials to civic groups.
Managed Evidence Room, re-drafted all evidence policies and procedures, maintained evidence logs and chain of custody.
Managed ongoing operations of the evidence room including purging processes, documentation, and officer correspondence.
Maintained files and final disposition of property.
Education
BSBA - Marketing
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite expertise
Google product proficiency
Seibel Rio and Analytics
Home services inventory management
Pay HS application skills
Medgate program knowledge
Trimble GPS tracking software
Certification
Motorcycle Safety Instructor, 05/01/01, Present, Certified to conduct various motorcycle training courses.
Substitute Teacher,2017-2020, Certified to cover any classroom in Oregon K-12.
S.A.I.F. (Safety in Motion) - Certified Trainer, 2008-2015, Trained in Safety in Motion ergonomics classes.
Awards
Officer of the Year, 08/01/06, Awarded for the Toledo Police Department.
DUII Enforcement Officer of the Year, 08/01/07, Awarded for the highest level of enforcement in the area of intoxicated driving.
Best Quality Service Award, 06/01/14, Managed quality of installations fulfillment.
Instructor of the Year Award, 11/01/19, Presented by the Director of Team Oregon Motorcycle Safety Program.