Salvatore P Simonetta Jr Email & Phone Number

Arlington, Va, Us

Fairfax, Virginia, United States

Arlington, Virginia, United States

Arlington Va

Manages staff actions and information critical to the division. Evaluates requirements for coordination of internal and external responses and ensures coordination occurs. Coordinates with stakeholders to ensure accuracy of response and prepares final coordination and reply. Understands COR duties and procurement requirements package (PRP) documents for new contracts or modifications according to GSA guidance, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and associated supplements for the Army (AFAR), Federal Information Resource Management Regulation (FIRMR), and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR).Reviews and analyzes internal review statutes, regulations, directives, policy, memoranda and upper echelon guidance to assess applicability and impact to the mission and current business model.Prepares report to document finds, corrective action plans, and best practices.Develops and executes periodic staff action-related training for division personnel to ensure they are current on National Guard Bureau administrative policies and staff action procedures.Conducts research and analysis on Combined Arms Training Strategy (CATS) as pertains to ARNG units and the Sustainable Readiness Model (SRM). Recommends changes to events or training tasks as needed.Participates with other ARNG Staff sections, in various working groups pertaining to Mobilization and Force Management initiatives relative to ARNG units for training and policy issues.Continuously monitors progress in terms of the status of the Training Policy and Doctrine directly concerning Army National Guard units and reports to the Policy and Doctrine Branch Chief and senior NGB management weekly. Responsible for reviewing and maintaining current knowledge of all Department of the Army regulations, and DOD Joint regulations doctrine and policy to ensure ARNG are current and compliant.

Tysons Corner Va

Facilitates in-classroom training at various client sites located outside the Continental U.S.Engages both orally and in writing with various client personnel to ensure comprehensive communication and understanding of deployed hardware and software.Regularly provides evidence-based insight and feedback into the development and improvement of training modules.

Herndon Va

Provides training and deployment support on Consular computer systems, hardware & software on-site for designated customer and staff members. Position covers a variety of tasks for end users including on-site training and systems support.Work with customer and functional organizations to establish training content and objectives. Prepares training plans from onsite data mining and workflow analysis Ensures training material reflects current product features and instruct participants in both classroom lectures and at desk sessions.

Fort Belvoir

Thorough understanding of ADDIE model; Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy; Dick and Carey Systems Approach to Training Model; and content validation.Develops Training Development Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).Analyzes and revises existing content of current AFMS Courses.Develops proposed critical tasks for all AFMS Courses.Develops Difficulty, Importance, and Frequency Model Surveys for subject matter review of proposed critical tasks associated with AFMS Courses.Participates in course content review for all AFMS Courses.Coordinates and conducts Critical Task and Site Selection Boards (CTSSBs) for all AFMS Courses.Enters new and updated proposed individual tasks into Training Development Capability (TDC).Enters new and updated lessons into Training Development Capability (TDC).Validates all instructional materials using Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) validation processes.Serves as school Safety and Environmental Coordinator.Develops new Safety and Environmental Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

Arlington, Va

Reviewed up to 50 incentive packages per week for physicians and dentists enlisting in the Army National Guard, monitoring documents for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory complianceAchieved 98% accuracy in review of state-executed incentive packages resulting in the accurate and expeditious payment of bonuses and incentives for accessions.Developed a sole standard operating procedure / reference guide that was adopted for use in all U.S. territories and in all 50 states. Accuracy and processing time increased 90%. Returned contracts to States decreased 75%. Health Professionals received up to $240,000 on time, improving retention rates.Designed and developed training manuals for State Incentive Managers (IM) to better facilitate proper contract execution.Educated and trained various State IMs and new team members on the function an application of the Guard Information Management System (GIMS).Communicated with developers to understand and navigate through GIMS and proposed enhancements to the system.

Landover Md

Instructed 100 bus operators in basic rail operations to prepare them to qualify as train operators.Assisted in the re-design of the basic rail training program, contributing to a 90% pass rate for train operator candidates.Analyzed existing curriculum and restructured by using current, real world examples concerning operational safety and operational performance of passenger rail cars.Used PowerPoint to create and deliver presentations.Created training materials for students to easily grasp difficult operational processes and procedures.

Springfield, Va

Trained an average of 120 individuals per month at multiple Army posts, Reserve Centers, and National Guard armoriesCoordinated deployment of equipment with Army Training and Administrative Cell (G-1) at the Pentagon as part of a new singular comprehensive fielding plan. Time, money and resource allocation increased by 85%. Analyzed existing programs and implemented streamlined processes.Managed training budget, equipment, resources, hours, and schedules.Liaised with Pentagon and end-users to ensure equipment arrived undamaged and training team arrived on time and ready to field and train the end-users on the equipment.Analyzed existing processes; developed and enhanced new processes for easier equipment fielding and training both instructors and end users.Ensured quality and delivery of training equipment to training sites.Analyzed equipment instruction manuals.Reviewed organizational processes including test control, program guides, learning materials, and course management plans.Developed training manuals and guides and training concepts based on equipment instruction manuals.Created multiple war-time scenarios to benefit students preparing to implement equipment use during deployment.Provided input to the future online training portal.Reported to the Project Manager, and led 5-7 trainers in equipment fielding and training processes.Key Highlight:Received the CSC National Public Sector Presidents Award for process improvement in 2012

Fort Belvoir, Va

Served as the senior leader of 31 military instructors and staff. Managed $25 million operating budget.Conducted soldier training needs assessments.Implemented TRADOC and Adult Learning methods during design and development of training and instructional materials and processes.Implemented Course Management Plans (CMP) and Programs of Instruction (POI) in accordance with TRADOC standards.Used Blackboard Learn to facilitate curriculum delivery.Monitored Military Police and Basic Leadership curriculum compliance with Army standards. Evaluated performance of the Instructors, Senior Small Group Leaders, and Chief Instructor.Managed project, scope and 31 trainers to achieve the goal of Institution of Excellence after undergoing TRADOC’s Academy Accreditation Inspection and Certification. Received a 96% rating.Collaborated with developers to develop applications supporting learning and training purposes.Enforced quality assurance standards which improved the organization’s practices and procedures.

Colombia, Md

Administered encoder installation and maintenance for more than 730 radio stationsEnsured equipment 99.99% operational availability.Functioned as encoder configuration manager, providing 24/7 encoder troubleshooting support.Key Highlights:Designed and executed maintenance and modernization plans, which is still being implemented.

Gardez, Afghanistan

Instructed security forces and convoy operations personnel on properly operating IED protection systems. Maintained and tracked IED protection systems for 25 Forward Operating Bases using Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced (PBUSE) database. Trained 300 personnel on IED system operations.Analyzed post-blast transmission data to develop improvements in IED defeat operations. Key Highlight:Earned the Meritorious Service Medal for participating and conducting counter remote control improvised explosive device/electronic warfare operations for 15 forward operating bases, directly overseeing operations of three for the International Security Assistance Force Afghanistan.

Arlington, Va

Integrated Joint Operations Center and Domestic Operations Center functionsCoordinated disaster assistance participation in all 50 states and U.S. territories. Led mock emergencies and training sessions to validate and increase emergency situation preparedness. Reduced staffing by 15% while increasing operations to around the clock availability.

El Paso, Tx

Created, redesigned and implemented user-friendly course materials for over 100 Active, Reserve and National Guard academies.Created and implemented Basic and Advanced Noncommissioned Course lesson guides and course materials specifically tailored for distance learning format for the Active Army, Reserve, and National Guard utilizing the ADDIE model.Collaborated with key stakeholders in the design and development of online instruction.Revised and updated CMP/POI for asynchronous and synchronous courses. Revised training schedules to promote quality blended learning.Implemented Army-wide and cross component material distribution.Analyzed instructional material using student and instructor feedback during and after course.Familiarization of critical task selection process.Increased graduation rate by 25%, saved $1 million annually. Reduced instruction time by two days through streamlining course management plan and instructional / courseware materials. Provided subject-matter-expertise during the design and development of online training materials for current and former students of the Sergeants Major Course.

Harrisburg, Pa

Taught, coached and counseled approximately 2,500 soldiers attending primary, basic, and advanced NCO courses training to become proficient squad leaders and platoon sergeants.Served as the first branch chief for new distance learning course implemented Army wide.Facilitated performance evaluations for developmental guidance to subordinates and instructors as senior small group leader.Responsible for over $250K of equipment inventory.Key Highlights:Attained citation in the Proponent Accreditation Teams final report for substantial contribution to the academy in achieving its accreditation

Master'S Degree, Project Management, 3.9 Gpa Graduated With Distinction

B.S., Liberal Studies

Senior Leadership, A

Appointed Class Leader Graduated Class 37 January 2012

Education record

Training And Facilitation

Systems Approach to Training Basic Course Basic Instructor Leader Certification Small Group Facilitation Certification VTC Instructor.