Devin A. Persaud
Aurora
Summary
Strategic safety leader with extensive experience in operational safety, risk management, and compliance enforcement. Adept at designing and delivering comprehensive safety training programs that enhance workplace safety culture, reduce incidents, and ensure compliance with state, federal, and industry regulations. Skilled in developing policies, conducting risk assessments, and implementing hazard mitigation strategies to optimize operational efficiency while prioritizing employee well-being. A decisive problem-solver with expertise in crisis response, emergency preparedness, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive continuous safety improvements.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Operations Manager
United States Army
08.2022 - Current
- Oversee safety operations for a Chemical, Biological, Radiological & Nuclear organization of 400+ personnel, supervising, coaching, and developing a team of 10 direct reports to enhance workplace safety culture and compliance
- Develop, plan, and coordinate safety training programs, emergency preparedness, ensuring effective resource allocation to maintain operational readiness and regulatory compliance
- Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, providing insights on workplace safety, risk mitigation strategies, and personnel well-being
- Directed, led and design and implementation of a comprehensive safety training program for a 400+ member organization, fostering a proactive safety culture
- Ensured resource optimization and cross-functional collaboration to enhance compliance, risk mitigation, and operational readiness
Training Developer
United States Army
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Developed and implemented hybrid safety training models, integrating online modules with controlled in-person sessions to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
- Collaborated with instructional designers to create and validate safety training materials, including lesson plans, programs of instruction (POI), multimedia content, and computer-assisted instruction
- Designed and executed a hybrid safety training model, seamlessly blending virtual instruction with in-person sessions to maintain continuity in safety education and risk management training
(Executive) Assistant Inspector General (IG)
United States Army
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Served as Inspector General (IG) for enterprise-level department overseeing 2000+ personnel and streamlining processes (training, safety and certification assurance) for ten executive leadership teams across 29 states
- Managed and processed safety-related inquiries and incident reports, leading investigations, inspections, and corrective action oversight to enhance workplace safety and regulatory compliance
- Provided objective assessments of safety programs, focusing on operational readiness, risk management, and adherence to OSHA, and ARMY industry-specific safety standards
- Planned, coordinated, and conducted safety inspections
- Served as a trusted safety advisor and trainer, conducting in-person and virtual sessions on safety regulations and compliance while overseeing inspections and investigations
- Applied expertise in risk assessment and corrective action planning to foster a proactive safety culture and improve organizational resilience
Course Chief - Instructor/ Writer
United States Army
11.2013 - 08.2017
- Collaborated with executive leadership and external agencies to coordinate training support, emphasizing workplace safety, environmental health, and regulatory compliance
- Directed and ensured proper safety protocols and resources were in place for effective working environments
- Maintained timely communication to share information, changes, and best practices with course managers, field instructors, and company support personnel across multiple states
- Led the design and implementation of enterprise-wide safety training programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and industry regulations
- Partnered with executive leadership and external agencies to enhance resource allocation and drive proactive risk mitigation
Education
Master of Science (MS) - Management and Leadership
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UTBachelor of Science (BS) - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, ALSkills
- Project/Program Management
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Adaptability/Flexibility
- Team Leadership
- Attention to Detail/Organization
- Operations Management
- Database Management
- Active Listening
- Intercultural Communication
- Multitasking/Prioritizing
- Occupational Safety
- Adaptive Thinking
- Microsoft 365
- Adobe Pro
- Command Strength & Management Module (CSMM)
- Digital Training Management System (DTMS)
- Safety management
- Risk assessment
- Training development
- Regulatory compliance
- Resource allocation
- Emergency preparedness
- Incident reporting
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Data analysis
- Performance evaluation
- Team building
- Policy development and enforcement
- Training management
- Employee motivation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Change management
- Relationship building
- Team leadership
- Operations oversight
- Process improvements
- Cross-functional coordination
- Stakeholder management
- Logistics management
- Standard operating procedures
- Key performance indicators
- Procedure optimization
- Operations management
- Strategic planning
- Effective communication
Certification
- Management Safety Course
- Composite Risk Management Hazardous Waste/ Environmental
- OSHA HAZMAT & Emergency Response
- FEMA Incident CMD System
- FEMA Initial Action Incident
- FEMA Nat ’l Incident MNGT Syst
- Joint Biological Detection
Training
- Advanced Senior Leadership
- Joint Senior Leader
- Lean Leader
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Inspector General
- Servant Leadership
- National Defense Security
- Small Group Instructor
- Defense Support of Civil Authority
Awards
- The Ancient Order of the Dragon - Lifetime Achievement Award for Significant Contributions to the overall Improvement of the U.S. Army Chemical Corps.
- Honorable Order of the Dragon - Recognized for distinguished leadership in teaching, coaching, and mentoring while serving in a senior leader position.
Affiliations
- Chemical Corps Regimental Association Vice President- Ft. Leonard Wood (2013-2021)
Timeline
Senior Operations Manager
United States Army
08.2022 - Current
Training Developer
United States Army
08.2020 - 08.2021
(Executive) Assistant Inspector General (IG)
United States Army
08.2017 - 08.2020
Course Chief - Instructor/ Writer
United States Army
11.2013 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Occupational Safety and Health
Columbia Southern University
Master of Science (MS) - Management and Leadership
Western Governors University
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