Benjamin Lewis, Mpa Email & Phone Number

Charleston, West Virginia, United States

Charleston, West Virginia, United States

St Albans, Wv

The Instructor Facilitator reports to and receives work direction derivatives from the Project Manager. The AITEC Instructor / Facilitator is responsible for the development, synchronization, conduct, and control of AITEC exercises. Skills include exercise planning, design, development and execution. The Instructor / Facilitator may also serve as an Observer-Controller/Trainer (OC/T), instructor, facilitator, curriculum writer, and doctrine writer. Exercise responsibilities may also include… Show more The Instructor Facilitator reports to and receives work direction derivatives from the Project Manager. The AITEC Instructor / Facilitator is responsible for the development, synchronization, conduct, and control of AITEC exercises. Skills include exercise planning, design, development and execution. The Instructor / Facilitator may also serve as an Observer-Controller/Trainer (OC/T), instructor, facilitator, curriculum writer, and doctrine writer. Exercise responsibilities may also include writing and editing after action reports and follow-on exercise improvement tasks. Instructor / Facilitators will be a subject matter expert in one or more of the following areas: Installation protection and security; command post operations; disaster response planning and operations; hazardous materials (HAZMAT) and/or chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) effects and handling; consequence management (CM) operations; Incident Command System (ICS); Defense Support to Civil Authorities (DSCA) operations; first responder operations (Law Enforcement, Firefighter, Emergency Medical Services, etc.); public health; emergency management (EM); and exercise planning, design, development and execution. Show less

Oversaw all aspects of the training and education of cadets enrolled and contracted into WVSU’s Army ROTC program. Managed the ROTC program’s day-to-day operations and scheduling. Synchronized training with subordinate instructors on adult learning models, ADDIE model, and Blooms Taxonomy. • Redesigned the organization of training labs for entire program which resulted in students achieving a 100% success rate at national training events• Reviewed and adjusted delivery of classroom… Show more Oversaw all aspects of the training and education of cadets enrolled and contracted into WVSU’s Army ROTC program. Managed the ROTC program’s day-to-day operations and scheduling. Synchronized training with subordinate instructors on adult learning models, ADDIE model, and Blooms Taxonomy. • Redesigned the organization of training labs for entire program which resulted in students achieving a 100% success rate at national training events• Reviewed and adjusted delivery of classroom instruction to focus more on adult learning principle; provided more engaged students and resulted in a 95% retention rate• Established relationships with school leaders across the campus resulting in better recruitment opportunities and an increase in program population by 16% Show less

Ft Stewart, Ga

Led, coached, trained and developed a 185-personnel organization, capable of worldwide deployment within 36 hours. Managed the day to day operations of the unit and managed 12 programs including HR oversight, new-employee sponsorship, logistics, property, and professional development. Enforced all unit standards and safety policies and integrated risk management into all aspects of daily operations• Spearheaded junior leader development by implementing a successful Professional… Show more Led, coached, trained and developed a 185-personnel organization, capable of worldwide deployment within 36 hours. Managed the day to day operations of the unit and managed 12 programs including HR oversight, new-employee sponsorship, logistics, property, and professional development. Enforced all unit standards and safety policies and integrated risk management into all aspects of daily operations• Spearheaded junior leader development by implementing a successful Professional Development program; reviewed and approved 38 subordinate leader evaluation reports in the year; designed and conducted leadership training activities every quarter to enhance small team leadership capabilities• Provided key input to director on creation of new manning document for a rapid deployable unit which better streamlined the flow of personnel and equipment; significantly increased tracking capabilities of required tasks necessary for deployment• Oversaw daily unit logistics, maintenance, administration, and training operations; advised senior leadership personnel/equipment statuses and ensured all employees were fully prepared and deployable• Oversaw the maintenance and use of assigned unit equipment valued at over $69 million; considered most organized fleet in entire organization• Developed and implemented predictive analysis for unit human resources metrics; maintained readiness standards per Army guidance • Supervised and verified the ordering, stocking and distribution of materials while implementing successful cost saving measures. Show less

Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan

Senior Operational Manager at Bagram Airfield working under United States Forces- Afghanistan. Performed duties that covered force protection of a secured compound, analysis of tactical patrols that supported the defense of the airfield, and operations management of headquarters compound that contained high-level leadership and sensitive compartmented information facilities.• Reviewed over 1,000 tactical patrol plans to ensure they supported overall base defense plan and adhered to… Show more Senior Operational Manager at Bagram Airfield working under United States Forces- Afghanistan. Performed duties that covered force protection of a secured compound, analysis of tactical patrols that supported the defense of the airfield, and operations management of headquarters compound that contained high-level leadership and sensitive compartmented information facilities.• Reviewed over 1,000 tactical patrol plans to ensure they supported overall base defense plan and adhered to tactical principles• Chaired weekly meetings with subordinate operation managers to ensure a cohesive cooperation across multiple units and branches of service; selected by executive leadership to brief updates on training, daily operations and developmental projects to host-nation organizations• Led numerous operational planning teams to ensure successful coordination for all Congressional and Cabinet Secretary visits to the airfield; coordinated with key airfield stakeholders to ensure all aspects were seamless Show less

Ft Jackson, Sc

Senior Trainer in an Army Basic Training company that trained 960 new recruits annually per 10 week cycles. Managed the training, discipline, health and welfare of all recruits. Oversaw the leadership development of 12 Drill Sergeants and 4 support cadre.• Handpicked over all other managers to attend seminars and workshops to provide Senior Army leadership crucial feedback on initial entry training effectiveness• Instituted environment consistent with learning and growth; consistently… Show more Senior Trainer in an Army Basic Training company that trained 960 new recruits annually per 10 week cycles. Managed the training, discipline, health and welfare of all recruits. Oversaw the leadership development of 12 Drill Sergeants and 4 support cadre.• Handpicked over all other managers to attend seminars and workshops to provide Senior Army leadership crucial feedback on initial entry training effectiveness• Instituted environment consistent with learning and growth; consistently recognized as having the most cohesive team of trainers on Ft Jackson• Recognized as having the highest final training and performance scores in 6 of 8 training cycles; considered master educator and facilitator of effective learning Show less

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Master Of Public Administration - Mpa, Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Interdisciplinary Studies, Areas Of Study Business And Education