Bill
Gregory
4421 109th Pl. NE, Kirkland, WA 98033 Tel: 425-822-1808 Email: billgreg@gte.net
Developer and implementer of job search, career and performance improvement programs. Partnership and alliance builder. Thought-leader and originator of new ways to use technology to solve training and human resource challenges. Strong project leader able to build enthusiasm and an understanding of priorities. Expert in developing competency models. Good relationship builder, strategic thinker, interviewer, counselor, writer and consultant.
Bastyr University, Kenmore, WA 2002 present
Interacting with students to increase their self understanding and enthusiasm for their career direction. Increasing their job search effectiveness through better resumes, networking skills and job interviewing skills. Surveyed a large number of potential employers to source interviews. Improving career development activities in classes.
KnowledgePool Talent Solutions, Pleasanton, CA 2000 2001
Designed, researched and implemented competency, skills and lexicon systems for a staffing and performance management software system. Contacts with employers about automated performance management opportunities resulted in a good percentage of follow-on contacts. Used deep understanding of existing competency and skills management systems to customize processes for organizations. Developed and utilized methods to organize large amounts of information.
Worklife Solutions, Inc., Bellevue, WA 1994 2000
Sourced career content from career experts, built partnerships with industry leaders, and coordinated the presentation of programs. Built relationships with a wide range of career innovators such as authors, recruiters and career counselors which enabled our site to be leader in presenting compelling, interactive career development content. Developed and led implementation of work flows which maximized the use of online technology to speed the presentation of accurate and timely content on Internet sites. Made optimal use of people by identifying stretch work assignments for them and training. As Project Manager for development of software for staffing and performance appraisal, developed methods for obtaining frequent client approvals.
Right Associates,
Bellevue, WA, 1989 1992
Outplacement
Counselor
Led workshops for individuals in career transition, and counseled individually. Designed and implemented activities and programs which enabled people to cope with change, build a strong direction, market their abilities and move successfully to new jobs. Involved over 30 community business managers in programs to facilitate the transition of mill workers in Grays Harbor. Created an imaginative aid, known as STAR statements, which enables effective communication of excellence on resumes and in interviews. Recognized as a strong teacher and facilitator of job search networking.
Vivus, Everett, WA 1987 1989
Helped participants in a pain management program identify their interests and abilities, and make a career plan. Developed innovative written materials which program participants used to gain career insights, direction and energy. Personal counseling was especially effective in helping individuals identify and articulate their best.
Pacific First Bank, Tacoma, WA 1987
Responsible for identifying training needs and solutions, setting priorities and developing programs. Created a training plan which laid out development options and resources for all levels of employees. Increased the use of competencies in defining jobs. Coordinated training activities for off-the-job needs which helped several employees with important issues.
Bellevue Community College, Bellevue, WA 1977 1986
Facilitated career growth in students and community participants by developing and implementing career activities. Established a reputation which increased the use of career classes. Designed and implemented a program for community participants which grew rapidly.
Mariner High School, Everett, WA 1975 1980
Designed classes and forged relationships with the business community which enabled students to prepare for and obtain their first career job. Classes were notable for increasing students self knowledge and ability to interact with people.
Conducted audits and made recommendations which improved management practices and business procedures. Made present value analysis and researched prospectus which raised $20 million. Created an automated capital budgeting system using BASIC.
Grant Writing Consultant,
Bellevue Community College, 1993
Skills Dictionary Consultant,
Surefind, 1993
Career Counselor, Human
Resource Associates, 1983 - 1985
Evaluation Specialist,
Weyerhaeuser Company, 1982
Battalion Adjutant, US Army, 1967 - 1970
Ed.D., Higher Education,
Career Development, Human Resource Systems, Univ. of Washington
M. Ed., Guidance and
Counseling, Seattle University
MBA, Finance and Management,
Amos Tuck, Dartmouth College
BA, English, College of the Holy Cross
Toastmasters, Current
Membership Chair
Founder and Former President,
Puget Sound Career Development Association
Chair Person, Career
Development SIG, ASTD
Published Articles, National
Business Employment Weekly
Best Performance Appraisal
Training Design, Romig Associates
Honor Graduate, US Army Engineering OCS
Employment Information System ( EIM ) , Skills Dictionary , Lexicon Development , Competency Modeling , Knowledge Management , Program Management , Program Development , Project Management , Partnership Development , Alliance Manager , Employee Development , Career Development , 360 Evaluation , Performance Counseling , Transition Counseling , Job Search Skills Training , Career Counseling , Career Planning , Client Technical Support , Staffing , Employment Selection , Program Evaluation, Evaluation Research , Training Development , Interviewing