RICHARD J. MOORE
Dahlonega,GA
Summary
Results-oriented professional prepared for Senior Advisor role. Offers extensive experience in providing strategic direction and implementing impactful policies. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Key skills include strategic planning and stakeholder management.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Advisor to the Commandant/Senior OMT
UNIVERSITY of NORTH GEORGIA
01.2022 - Current
- Advise the Commandant of Cadets on all matters pertaining to an 800 member Corps of Cadets. Supervise planning and executing leader development programs, including National Leadership Weekend, Cadet Overnight Visitation Experience, Pre-Command Course, Cadet Basic Leadership Course, Cadet Advanced Leadership Course, and new freshman cadet orientation week. Supervise cadet rank selection boards to ensure the best cadets are leading the Corps.
- Mentored and trained highly talented staff, which prepared team members for providing exemplary service to clients.
- Led change management initiatives to improve organizational effectiveness and support long-term growth objectives.
Training Officer
OLD TOWN TROLLEY OF SAVANNAH
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Responsible for the orientation, onboarding, CDL, and script training for all prospective conductors. 100% first time pass rate for all assigned employees (32) at DOT-regulated road test. Developed the tour script currently utilized to certify all new employees.
- Personally commended twice by the organization’s CEO for outstanding performance
- Balanced multiple responsibilities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines without sacrificing quality of workmanship or attention to detail.
- Facilitated open communication channels between the trainees and instructors leading to a more cohesive learning experience.
- Assessed skill gaps for employees and developed training courses to meet identified needs.
- Implemented post-training surveys and evaluations in order to measure the efficacy of delivered courses.
- Boosted team morale and collaboration through effective communication strategies and team-building exercises during training sessions.
EHS Trainer
SHAW INDUSTRIES
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Conducted all new hire orientation and regular sustainment training for an organization of more than 450 employees across six distribution centers. Responsible for developing and delivering all new equipment training, records and training management, and the enforcement of all applicable safety standards and work procedures. Conducted new hire evaluations; selected and managed a team of eight mentors assigned to assist in new hire training. Developed, audited, and updated LOTO procedures for all applicable equipment across the organization. Inventoried, ordered, and distributed safety and first aid equipment throughout the organization. Acted as liaison between senior management, supervisors, HR, and hourly associates to ensure the continuous application of required training.
City Letter Carrier
UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Delivered and collected under varying road and weather conditions in any of 28 prescribed areas, each containing a minimum of 500 stops; maintained professional and effective public relations with customers, required an in depth knowledge of postal laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Sequenced all classes of mail in order of delivery; collected charges as appropriate, and was solely responsible for the accurate and efficient delivery as well as the sanctity of the U.S. mail. Position required excellent time management and problem solving skills, rigorous attention to detail, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Educational Consultant
KNOWLEDGE POINT EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANTS, LLC
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Served as primary adviser in training and mentoring host nation armed forces leadership of United Arab Emirates regarding full spectrum individual, leader, and collective military tasks during Phase III of a multi-year project that included administrative, logistical, and tactical requirements. Led a five-person team in developing and implementing course plans and curriculum for delivery of training. Provided consistent status reports to senior management while also managing schedules. Directly contributed to preparation of key deliverables effectively garnering Phase IV approval.
- Key Accomplishments:
- Top Adviser rating by management within a team of five top-level professionals.
- Personally commended on three separate occasions by senior leadership of host nation and recognized for directly influencing clientele success during three nationally scrutinized unit evaluations.
Shipping Manager
TIMELESS FRAMES, INC.
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Managed delivery of merchandise to over 150 locations throughout Eastern United States ensuring proper packaging, loading, and accurate distribution. Selected and interviewed potential employees and established efficient work schedules. Supervised and evaluated the performance of 15 warehouse employees and 12 delivery drivers.
- Key Accomplishments:
- Spearheaded warehouse operations improvement measures and delivery precision resulting in company’s first $1M month.
First Sergeant
UNITED STATES ARMY (RETIRED)
01.1990 - 01.2011
- Excelled in all enlisted leadership roles and demonstrated the ability to excel in highly sought after and challenging assignments. Continuous improvement of skills, knowledge, and abilities resulted in increased leadership responsibilities and selection for promotion over 90% of qualified colleagues to the highest enlisted rank of Sergeant Major in the first year of eligibility.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Key Accomplishments:
- As Operations Manager, supervised daily organizational operations of 140 personnel through two combat and three stateside missions. Created and supervised all company administrative systems and managed the training of 40 junior leaders. Provided accountability of $4,000,000 of equipment with zero loss or defect.
- As Assistant Operations Manager, led a 38 person staff ready for worldwide military operations. Established and directed training programs and evaluated staff performance. Point person in discipline measures, promotions and awards, and maintenance, accountability, and employment of $300,000K of assigned equipment.
- As Senior Instructor & Writer, set quality and training standards for United States Army Ranger School students. Delivered classroom and practical instruction in graduate level infantry doctrine and tactics to more than 5,000 future leaders while providing proactive supervision and evaluation of 15 associate instructors.
Project Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Led team in turnover to Iraqi Army Forces of Joint Security Station 699 in eastern Baghdad. Execution included rehabilitation and repair of infrastructure, accountability and return of U.S. Army equipment worth several million dollars, and ensuring area met all applicable environmental and security standards. Key deliverable allowed host nation forces to develop an effective state of readiness and viability that would enable immediate military operations.
Project Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
01.2009 - 01.2009
- Planned, resourced, executed, and monitored Theater Specific Individual Readiness Training for an organization of 140 employees in preparation for combat deployment operations in Iraq. Deliverables included individual weapons qualification, driver and first responder certification, and all administrative actions for the entire organization. Accountable for personnel manifest and liability and transport of 100% of all employee individual equipment, weapons, optics, and night vision valued in excess of $3M.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
Project Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
01.2008 - 01.2008
- Commanded a 140 person organization on deployment to Yuma Proving Ground, AZ to test and provide feedback on fielding of Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) series of combat vehicles. Controlled accountability, safety, and administrative actions of all employees as well as management of work schedules, implementation of scenario-based testing, and formal delivery of feedback to senior leadership.
Project Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Directed a 40 person organization on a 15-month combat deployment with the primary objective of securing lines of communication aimed at allowing freedom of movement for coalition forces. Continually shifted tactics, techniques, and operational dynamics requiring daily planning, resourcing, adjusting, and heavy supervision in efficiently attaining project objectives. Utilized intensive human resource, time, and material management as well as detailed coordination with similar efforts in the area.
Education
Master of Arts - American History
American Military University
Charles Town, WVBachelor of Arts - Social Sciences & History
Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJSkills
- Organizational Development
- Relationship building and management
- Policy analysis
- Training Facilitation
- Project Management
- OSHA 30hr General Industry
- OSHA 500
- Team Building & Supervision
- Staff Recruitment
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- CDL with Passenger Endorsement
Certification
- Licensed Project Management Professional (PMP)
Timeline
Senior Advisor to the Commandant/Senior OMT
UNIVERSITY of NORTH GEORGIA
01.2022 - Current
Training Officer
OLD TOWN TROLLEY OF SAVANNAH
01.2021 - 01.2022
EHS Trainer
SHAW INDUSTRIES
01.2018 - 01.2021
City Letter Carrier
UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
01.2015 - 01.2018
Educational Consultant
KNOWLEDGE POINT EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANTS, LLC
01.2011 - 01.2015
Shipping Manager
TIMELESS FRAMES, INC.
01.2010 - 01.2011
Project Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
01.2009 - 01.2010
Project Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
01.2009 - 01.2009
Project Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
01.2008 - 01.2008
Project Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
01.2006 - 01.2007
First Sergeant
UNITED STATES ARMY (RETIRED)
01.1990 - 01.2011
Master of Arts - American History
American Military University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences & History
Thomas Edison State University
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