Donald Patrick Email & Phone Number

Manager for Instructional Systems Development for a new program.

Principal ISD Manager leading learning products, programs, and projects ranging from the Nuclear Smuggling Detection and Deterrence (NSDD) program to standing up new Cyber Security training programs for the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) at the UN and many other federal agencies. Responsible for the overall cyber security instructional strategy, the effectiveness, and technical accuracy of content. Leading the ISD processes and standards for multiple projects/programs for multiple federal agencies ensuring the proper implementation of instructional strategies. Identified as an industry expert in instructional strategies and training program management; invited to speak at 2 IAEA/UN conferences with over 100 different nations represented. Stood-up first ever learning systems to better support sponsor needs without the time burden to respond to specific projects that support distance learning. Defined and managed cyber security criteria to ensure the technical details comply with applicable cyber security standards. Created/implemented targeted cyber security training for senior DOE leadership that covered standard cyber security principles as they apply to their area of responsibility.

Vienna, Austria

While employed at PNNL I was given the opportunity to consult on cybersecurity training with industry leading cybersecurity SMEs for multiple countries protecting critical infrastructure. I authored and published two papers for the training of protecting critical resources/infrastructure on the topic of OT versus IT.

Responsible for all learning systems for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; impacting over 15 million people. Chaired the learning product governance council with 32 members and managed the full product life cycle of all learning systems from inception to retirement; created two key exit strategies to retire costly learning management systems and stood-up strategic road maps, detailed product plans, technical requirements to include deployment requirements/cyber security criteria, marketing plans to help implement new, less costly learning management systems. Defined all functional requirements and overall needs based on business requirements for 11 different departments. Developed the product strategy, high level road map, and learning product vision for learning development tools supporting over 70 instructional designers, creating learning experiences supporting all members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Directed overall product roll out including training and communication plans including cyber security requirements; all contributed to the 500% increase in learning systems implementation. Owned all final decisions on learning product selection and system direction; and was the primary contact and learning product expert.

Responsible for the training development of Zions Bank employees with an emphasis on credit training. Implemented evaluation method to measure value added for the 2011 ONE Zions Courses and forwarded complex analytics to executive management for the training validation. Created first open communication conduit with the bank’s Analytics Department for courseware validation and impact. Collaborated with a team for the largest training project in Zions Bank Learning and Development history. Created an in-house training program for all new bank tellers. Wrote two Learning Awards packages for Zions Bank Learning and Development Center; both packages nominated as runner-ups (Top 5) among 80 entries per award. Project lead for Zions Bank, West Valley area, “Paint-a-thon” with over 60 volunteers to paint low income home of disabled veteran. Lauded by executive management for outstanding dedication to community support.

Led 60+ personnel in four different sections: Instructional Design, Rich Media, Interactions, and Evaluations. Led and organized teams through data analysis, life-cycle management, and tracking of courseware from inception to delivery and throughout the continuous evaluation process. Enforced strict adherence to regulations and led the entire courseware development process, impacting over 103,000 personnel. Ensured online curriculum adhered to strict governance criteria as written in courseware developments standards and security criteria. Maintained technical accuracy of 196 shareable content object reference model (SCORM) online courses, hosted on Meridian learning management system. Provided weekly status reports for ongoing projects to three Major Commands within the Air Force. Managed, administered, and coordinated work flow among varieties of groups/teams and disciplines to accomplish comprehensive Performance Analysis (in-depth data analysis model) to define root causes for accurate solutions. Developed and maintained working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to identify environmental, incentive, motivational, and knowledge and skill deficiencies and then create applicable solutions within defined constraints.

Supervised and managed production team to create first of its kind SCORM standards. Led course conversion effort of 212 online products; made them all SCORM compliant. Led largest multi-command courseware development process for 149 courses with critical safety training ready within 90 days of tasking. Stood up 5-Levels of evaluation process for two major commands in the Air Force. Created first Return on Investment process for training impact. Assisted in section reorganization for better personnel utilization and cross trained Performance Analysts as Evaluators to close the loop on the training development process. Responsible for instructional integrity of all online courseware developed for two Air Force major commands. Managed instructional design technicians in development of online interactive learning for aircraft and munitions maintenance continuation training programs. Oversaw instructional systems development processes during the analysis, design, and development phases of course production. Managed training needs analysis, task analysis, audience analysis and media analysis processes.

Developed five award winning courses. Oversaw instructional systems development (ISD) processes during the analysis, design, and development phases of courseware production. Managed training needs analysis, task analysis, audience analysis, and media analysis processes. Prepared reports for career field functional managers and advised two major commands on most effective and efficient training solutions. Validated learning objectives, test questions, course layouts, flow charts, storyboards, audio narration scripts, and development work orders for online courseware valued at $15M. Supervised preliminary courseware review process.

Responsible for maintaining initial and recurring training of over 300 personnel in 13 different work centers. Supervised five instructors and delivered 11 courses in a training division; praised during major Department of Defense level inspection. Scheduled and conducted special weapons training for certification and proficiency courses. Created the first full evaluation process of training effectiveness for the special weapons training programs. Collected training data to support enhanced budgeting of the overall munitions training programs. Presented data collection findings to steering committees for appropriate corrective actions within the training programs for lasting behavioral/performance improvements on the job. Scheduled formal school requirements with top-level training managers. Prepared and implemented lesson plans with an evaluation model for stand-up instruction and practical psycho-motor skills. Advised and assisted on all training matters at the local and command level. Administered tests to evaluate trainee academic readiness to fulfill up-grade training requirements. Stood-up first hands-on bomb building training program for RAF Lakenheath’s munitions storage area. Coordinated with base hospital for triage management training for disaster planning within the munitions storage area and organized static first aid stations within work areas.

Responsible for training all personnel on the safe maintenance and handling of over $3.5 M of munitions. Stood-up first of its kind local hazardous waste disposal program; endorsed by Washington State and EPA. Inspected all types of munitions with zero mishaps. Started out as a helper and quickly grew to be the expert. Responsible for maintaining a working relationship with five different divisions within a munitions storage area of 300+ personnel and led the creation of the first expert level training program for nuclear weapons transportation drivers. Oversaw the accountability process of $4.2 million of high explosive munitions. Trained entire staff on proper inspection and accountability processes. Scheduled and controlled over 10,000 pieces of equipment for preventive maintenance. As the Senior Munitions Inspector; responsible for just-in-time training and leadership of eight personnel who were responsible for the safe keeping and handling of over 87,000 pieces of explosives. Responsible for reporting and tracking safety reports to higher command for disposition. Munitions Storage Crew Chief; trained new personnel on the safe transport and care of nuclear missiles.

Medical Lake, Washington

EMT/Firefighter over various programs, ran calls, and inspected facilities for fire safety requirements. Responsible to the Department Chief for building inspection reports and wild land/structural fire training and to the Senior Captain over medical training for medical care. Organized all wild land, structural, and medical training to include, medical training with Sacred Heart Emergency Room for advanced patient care. Organized first BLM and department training session to enhance opportunities for local departments to assist BLM during wild land fires. Created first scenario based curriculum for pre-hospital trauma life support response training and partnered with the Director of PHTLS within Sacred Heart Medical Center. Conducted state required continuing education medical training and documentation for 18 firefighters and EMT’s.

Mba, Master Of Business Administration, 3.8

Graduate Certificate, Instructional Systems Design, 3.75

Completed inaugural graduate level certificate program in Instructional Systems Design. Completed 18 graduate level credits based.

Bs, Industrial And Vocational Education, Instructional Systems Development, 3.7

As, Munitions Technology, 4.0