RUSSELL M. GRAY
Leavenworth,KS
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in leadership development and credentialing at the U.S. Army. Achieved a 40% increase in workforce readiness through effective program management and strict adherence to military standards. Proficient in data analysis and stakeholder engagement, successfully advancing professional growth initiatives for over 50,000 service members. Committed to fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Credentialing Program Coordinator
U.S. Army
Fort Leavenworth, KS
01.2020 - Current
- Managed ACCESS ArmyU, Army Credentialing Assistance Program (GS-0301-12).
- Spearheaded workforce credentialing initiatives compliant with OSD, DoD, and U.S. Army regulations.
- Created and executed strategic programs for professional growth.
- Directed data-driven decision-making for workforce skill improvement.
- Created and facilitated engaging learning materials, leadership seminars, and career advancement programs to benefit military and civilian staff.
- Oversaw training initiatives for more than 50,000 service members.
- Facilitated credentialing processes in compliance with military standards.
Director of Programs
U.S Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL
03.2015 - 06.2020
- Developed comprehensive overview for Air Force Credentialing Opportunities Online.
- Administered workforce development and credentialing for the Air Force while upholding national education and certification guidelines.
- Managed initiatives focused on developing leadership skills in military personnel.
- Optimized professional growth plans through comprehensive program evaluations and policy reviews for Air Force members.
- Provided executive briefings and strategic workforce recommendations to senior leadership.
- Enhanced access to professional training across more than 120 career paths, resulting in higher certification achievements.
- Ensured streamlined access to career-enhancing credentials via AF COOL platform.
Senior Consultant
Booz Allen Hamilton
Maxwell AFB, AL
03.2014 - 02.2015
- Created comprehensive profiles of AF COOL and Air Force Culture and Language Center based on available information.
- Created and implemented the Air Force Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (AF COOL) program.
- Developed competency-based learning frameworks aligned with federal regulations.
- Secured $11.4M contract for enhancing training and development initiatives across Air Force.
- Researched on learning effectiveness and workforce training models.
- Achieved a 40% improvement in workforce readiness through the deployment of reputable credentialing schemes.
- Contributed to the enhancement of online learning resources.
Education
Master of Arts - Learning & Teaching with Technology
Ashford University
San Diego, CA12-2015
Associate of Arts - Hotel, Restaurant & Fitness Management
Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL01.2015
MBA - Organizational Management (Leadership Management)
Ashford University
San Diego, CA06-2014
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management
Ashford University
San Diego, CA08-2012
Skills
- Leadership development
- Professional growth strategies
- Compliance with guidelines
- Report preparation
- Program management
- Educational strategy formulation
- Organizational Training Initiatives
- Change implementation
- Credentialing
- Project coordination
- Performance evaluation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Executive briefing proficiency
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Data analysis
Certification
Six Sigma White Belt Certification, Aveta Business Institute, 2022
References
Available Upon Request
Awards
- Civilian Service Achievement Medal, 2022, Recognized for exceptional contributions to Army University.
- DoD 10-year, 15-year, and 20-year service recognition pins
- Civilian Cat III Employee of the Year, 2016, Air University & 42nd Air Base Wing, Maxwell AFB.
- Team of the Year Award, 2018, Community College of the Air Force.
- Booz Allen Hamilton 'High Five' Award, 2014, For outstanding performance supporting Air Force surge operations.
Additional Qualifications
- United States Air Force Veteran - Honorable Medical Separation after 13 years of service.
- Total Federal Service: 20+ years.
- Security Clearance: Top Secret/ SCI
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Credentialing Program Coordinator
U.S. Army
01.2020 - Current
Director of Programs
U.S Air Force
03.2015 - 06.2020
Senior Consultant
Booz Allen Hamilton
03.2014 - 02.2015
Master of Arts - Learning & Teaching with Technology
Ashford University
Associate of Arts - Hotel, Restaurant & Fitness Management
Community College of the Air Force
MBA - Organizational Management (Leadership Management)
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management
Ashford University
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