Rodney Gatton
Training Development Manager
Phenix City,AL
Summary
A highly experienced and dedicated Training and Development Manager with over 20 years of service in the United States Army. Proven track record in leading teams, developing and delivering effective training programs, and maintaining the highest standards of operational readiness and professionalism. Expert in instructional design, curriculum development, and team leadership. Committed to continuous improvement and professional development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Training and Development Manager
United States Army
10.2020 - Current
- Responsible for course management of Infantry Mortar Leader Course
- Responsible for maintaining all student and instructor records and files, training classes to meet accreditation standards
- Drafts course training schedule, submits course resource packet, request reproduction and publications for required course material, requests waivers as needed to conduct course at least 90 days before start of training
- Ensures courseware is current with all changes and/or corrections, Creates and maintains student files for each class and manages instructors in support of instruction and scheduling
- Evaluates all instructors, ensures all instructors meet instructor qualifications and certification requirements
- Acts as backup instructor when required
- Prepares disenrollment documentation and ensures student is informed of appeals process
- Reviews and implements current plan of instruction and prepares input for budget requirements
- Developed and optimized training programs based on current and expected demands, improving training efficiency by 20%
- Created effective training and materials using varying instructional approaches
- Onboarded, trained, and oversaw instructors handling classroom and on-the-job training, leading to a 15% increase in training success rates
- Conducted post-training evaluations to measure program effectiveness ensuring high standards and compliance with industry regulations.
Instructor
United States Army
06.2017 - 10.2020
- Develop and deliver comprehensive instructional programs for leadership courses, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and educational standards
- Supervises, Mentors and maintains the discipline and morale of students, fostering a positive and productive learning environment
- Manages and maintains accountability for training equipment and resources valued at over $2 million, ensures operational readiness and safety
- Contributes to the creation and revision of instructional manuals and materials including curriculum and lesson plans
- Updates and maintains operational procedures for team drills, enhancing training efficiency and effectiveness
- Assists in writing and defining technical manuals and training doctrine, ensuring clarity and accuracy for training purposes
- Evaluated student performance and provided constructive feedback, achieving a 95% graduation rate with 20% of students earning academic achievements
- Mentored over 1100 students over 18 training cycles, resulting in high graduation rates and academic achievement selections
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to student needs
- Supervised and maintained accountability for equipment valued over $2,000,000.
Operations Manager
United States Army
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Responsible for supporting a forward-deployed unit
- Plans, coordinates, and prepares all operations for teams in a home base environment
- Directly manages the maintenance program and logistic operations for teams
- Assists in coordination and execution of redeployment process for over 150 soldiers
- Led teams and managed resources to meet operational demands and core metrics, improving team productivity by 25%
- Organized regular inventory counts to maintain accurate records and identify supply needs, achieving 100% inventory accuracy
- Conducted staff meetings to review work activities and drive continuous improvement
Operations Supervisor
United States Army
06.2014 - 09.2016
- Serves as an operations Supervisor in a high-readiness unit capable of deploying to global contingency operations
- Responsible for the training, discipline, safety, morale, welfare, medical readiness, and professional development of nine team members
- Manages the readiness and serviceability, and accountability of vehicles and equipment valued at over $6 Million
- Conducts complex operational missions using advanced control systems and technology to support team and company objectives
- Monitored team operations and adjusted work flows to improve pace, increasing team success rate by 20%
- Organized schedules and assignments to maximize team success
- Conducted performance evaluations and resolved conflicts efficiently, fostering a positive work environment and enhancing team productivity.
Education
GED -
09.2000 - 05.2004
Skills
Training Program Development
Instructional Design
Team Leadership
Curriculum Development
Project Management
Operational Planning
Logistical Coordination
Mentorship and Coaching
Soft skills training
Certificationsandcourses
- Maneuver Senior Leaders Course (Army), 09/01/22
- Advanced Leaders Course (Army), 08/01/15
- Infantry Mortar Leader Course (Army), 06/01/12
- Common Faculty Development-Instructor Course, 04/01/18
- Common Faculty Development-Developer Course, 04/01/23
- Hazard Waste Managers Course, 09/01/18
Timeline
Training and Development Manager - United States Army
10.2020 - Current
Instructor - United States Army
06.2017 - 10.2020
Operations Manager - United States Army
09.2016 - 06.2017
Operations Supervisor - United States Army
06.2014 - 09.2016
South Fork Highschool - GED,
09.2000 - 05.2004