DON PORTER PHONE 951-321-0171 dp134717e@westpost.

net TRAINING MANAGER

Expert in building relationships with staff to find solutions to meet staff tra ining requirements Expert in all aspects of training design, delivery, and measurement of training effectiveness Develops annual training goals for department heads ensuring that all personnel are aware of training requirements needed to meet company performance standards . Instructs supervisors on the best training procedures for meeting staffing requ irements to ensure high performance goals are either met or exceeded. Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills and a can-do-attitude with the ability to complete all assignments prior to the assigned deadlines. Team player with excellent oral and written communication skills, successful at working with cross functional teams to ensure staff works together toward achie ving company objectives. Strategic problem solver experienced with handling the most challenging situati ons with poise always conscious of conveying a positive corporate image. ADDITIONAL KEY AREAS OF EXPERTISE Relationship Building Time Management Computer Proficient Customer Oriented Highly motivated Team Building Ability to evaluate data Analytical and logical thinker Staff Development Work Experience Training Manager USAF Air National Guard 2004- 2010 Assessed training needs on a daily basis achieving consistent successful results . Conducted new member orientation to introduce new personnel to the standards required for the job. Taught a Train the Trainer course to ensure supervisors were familiar with the best training techniques for new staff and were confident with how training should be conducted. Coordinated an annual training plan wit h department heads and held regular training meetings to keep supervisors inform ed about training procedures. Managed an online computer based training program including training sessions and an online tracking program for those in trainin g. Managed recruitment case files for individuals in training to determine tren ds and whether training was being done according to instructional standards gear ed toward improving work center productivity. Kept clients informed about new tr aining information as the writer and editor of training newsletter. Key Accomplishments Program recognized as one of the best nation wide and a key reason why the unit won the Exceptional Performer Award for being the best in the Air Force Established an effective relationship with clients and had a reputation for bei ng thorough and detail oriented.

Training Manager

San Bernardino County School Di stricts 1999 - 20 04 Provided clear and concise detailed instructions and communication so that stude nts understood the assignments and what was expected. Monitored class room beha vior to ensure students complied with all assigned activities and had fun in the process. Crafted operational plans as the need dictated so that students had direction concerning safety, as well as instructional and administrative functio ns. Key Accomplishments On the managements preferred list because people knew when I was there it would be a productive day. Training Manager Mojave Water Agency

1994-1999 One of the state water contractors for the state water project, the Mojave Water Agency covers a 4,900 square mile area in the High Desert. At the Agency resea rched training topics important to customers so that clients understood water is sues in the High Desert, and why it was important to conserve water. Wrote the web site narrative concerning the history of water and its development in the Hi gh Desert; this detailed information is still being used today on the Agencys we b site. Conducted educational seminars for school aged children concerning wate r at local schools. Key Accomplishments One local official informed supervisor the addition of Don Porter to the Agency was an excellent move because Dons a highly respected worker EDUCATION Postgraduate studies in Education - University of Phoenix, Ontario CA Bachelors Degree in Education - Pacific Christian College, Fullerton CA NCO Academy United States Air Force Joanne Baron and D.W. Brown Acting Studio, Santa Monica CA ACHIEVEMENTS Awarded Air Force Commendation medal for Resource Management program Customer service program was singled out as one of the reasons why the unit won award for being the best Logistics unit in the entire Air Force in 2004 Training program during two different inspections was rated as being one of the best in the United States Air Force. Valedictorian 2002 at the Joanne Baron/D.W. Brown Acting Studio, Santa Monica Professional Development Hazardous Waste and Environmental Communications Training OSHA General Industry Safety and Health Certificate Valedictorian 2002 at the Joanne Baron/D.W. Brown Acting Studio, Santa Monica Available for Travel or Relocation References Available upon Request