Steven Diaz
Mobile,USA
Summary
Versatile Leader with 24 years of USACE experience. Works well with diverse stakeholders to accomplish objectives, drive productivity and streamline operations. Expertise includes administration, fiscal management and performance improvements.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Director USACE Readiness Support Center
US Army Corps of Engineers, Readiness Support Center
02.2002 - Current
- Responsible for overseeing the design, development, and implementation of the USACE Contingency Operations responder curriculum.
- Act as the National Exercise Program Subject Matter Expert.
- Manage the strategic development of the emergency management educational programs.
- Served as the liaison for the George Washington University EM Masters and Certificate programs within the USACE.
- Led International training and exercise initiatives for the Civil Military Emergency Management Program within USACE for Honduras, Chili, Peru, Columbia, Albania, Republic of Georgia.
- Served as Program Manager for the Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP) within the USACE.
- Developed the distance learning architecture for the Emergency Management Community of Practice within the USACE.
- Designed curriculum and instruction for both distance learning and in-resident instruction.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and optimize project outcomes.
- Analyzed project data to inform decision-making and guide strategic direction for future initiatives.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting collaboration, transparency, and open communication among team members.
- Developed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals, ensuring alignment with RSC mission and vision.
- Managed budgets and financial resources effectively, optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact.
- Used multimedia expertise to design unique educational delivery platforms, including the Tabletop Exercise Support Tool utilized within the Federal Government, FEMA, and the private sector.
- Deputy Director of the Readiness Support Center. Supervise a staff of 14 employees.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Instructional Design & Development
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL12-2004
Master of Science - Instructional Design & Development
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL05-2001
Bachelor of Science - Business
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL05-1998
Skills
- Visionary planning
- Change management
- Program management
- Program implementation
Accomplishments
As the first employee of the newly established Readiness Support Center, I created and led the training and exercise programs to become the enterprise standard for learning excellence. I also assisted with a professional and scientific approach to performance improvements through the ECA, RAP, CERAP and EMAP and now EmCip programs. As the COR over the ENGLink program contracts, I assisted in the management of the deployment both in development and user functionality.
Timeline
Deputy Director USACE Readiness Support Center
US Army Corps of Engineers, Readiness Support Center
02.2002 - Current
Doctor of Philosophy - Instructional Design & Development
University of South Alabama
Master of Science - Instructional Design & Development
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Business
University of South Alabama