Adam Richardson
Summary: Dedicated Polyglot with over 13 years of experience in a high paced demanding workplace. Currently seeking a position where my cultural and linguistic knowledge, combined with my training background, can be used to teach others about other languages and peoples.
Key Qualifications:
? Current L2+/ R3/ S2 in Persian Farsi, L2+/R2+ in Dari, S3 in Tajik and S1+ in Baluchi
? Experienced in training, curriculum development, leadership experience in a joint service environment
? Strong acquisition skills.
? Working knowledge of WIN/NT applications (Microsoft Word, Excel Outlook, Powerpoint, Windows, Internet Explorer, Chrome and Mozilla Firefox)
? Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
? Strong mentoring skills
? Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Experience:
Independent Language Researcher/Editor| (2017-2019)
? I reviewed, annotated, and made suggestions for textbooks, glossaries, and dictionaries in Dari, Standard Tajiki and Northern Tajiki for JTG Inc.
? I was sought out by the head of the University of Uppsala Iranian Studies department and reviewed and annotated a standard book of Baluchi grammar as well as an online dictionary of Baluchi for the Iranian Studies department of the University of Uppsala.
United States Navy
Language Analyst| Ft. Meade (2015-Present)
? Provided area language and culture training for civilian and service personnel. Wrote training documents and Powerpoint presentations that provided legacy training in my absence.
? Contributed to numerous multicultural education events by presenting on language and culture.
? Created and maintained a library of over 250 books and CDs for over 25 languages in support of over 150 linguists for the purpose of reference and language maintenance.
? Translated, quality checked, and reported on target language material for numerous targets. Reports generated were used by theater assets to seize over 550 KG of narcotics.
United States Navy
Lead Petty Officer| Ft. Meade (January 2018- Present)
? Trained and mentored sailors in policy and job qualification requirements on a bi-weekly basis. Lead trainings in job specifics which lead to 8 qualifications and advancements.
? Lead a division of Sailors. Processed personnel records, took daily accountability, wrote and edited evaluations. Managed records and ensured medical and training readiness of all personnel.
United States Navy
Travel Coordinator| Ft. Meade (2015-2017)
? Developed, delivered and improved training for government travel policies which led to an overall 80% decrease in travel incidents related to policy non-compliance. ?
? Planned, arranged, and executed travel orders for over 200 personnel.
? Maintained a $1 million budget for travel.
? Acted as emergency Contact for personnel abroad for rapid travel arrangement changes and other travel emergencies including interactions with law enforcement and medical emergencies.
United States Navy
Language Student| ICA Rosslyn, VA (2014-2015)
? Studied Baluchi Language for 11 months at ICA in Rosslyn, Virginia. Scored highest out of a class with a 2+ in speaking.
United States Navy
Mission Manager| Ft. Gordon, Ga (2010-2014)
? In charge of training peers and superiors on mission specific skills and knowledge.
? Supervised a mission of national level importance in support of fleet and national assets around the globe. Provided near instantaneous flow of information to key decision makers around the world in support of fleet movements in highly contested waters.
? Briefed domestic and international partners on mission capabilities and issues of theater importance to provide decision makers with a clear picture of the battle space.
? Ensured daily that all equipment was operational and functioning. Coordinated repairs as needed.
? Trained peers and superiors on mission skills, systems and target knowledge.
? Created and lead daily briefs of theater activity for highly contested areas of geopolitical interest. This information allowed freedom of the seas and air for Coalition Forces in the Area.
? Stood up new location at field site as the first mission manager for that site. Ensured all workstations were operational and that reporting could continue seamlessly at the new site.
United States Army
Intelligence Analyst| Afghanistan (2010-2010)
? Delivered daily briefs to decision makers on theater intelligence which lead to kinetic solutions in the battle space.
? Analyzed intelligence to facilitate the active defense of NATO forces as well as prosecute enemy targets in the are. Was directly responsible for reporting that lead to the removal of three high level targets from the battle space and 200 enemy captured. As well as the recovery of 10 American service members in two personnel recovery missions.
? Acted as a translator on two occasion for US and partner nation leadership at on base functions. Acted on one occasion as a translator for Military law enforcement to ensure vital US materiel arrived on time.
United States Navy
Language Analyst| Ft. Gordon, GA (2007-2009)
? Analyzed intelligence reports in support of theater assets for a mission of national importance.
? Translated language materials in support of theater assets for mission of national importance.
? Maintained all equipment on site to assure immediate transition of intelligence to customers.
United States Navy
Language Student| Presidio of Monterey (2005-2007)
? Graduated Persian Farsi Basic Course.
Education
Associate of Arts in Persian Language and Culture from the Defense Language Institute (2016)
Associate of Arts in Arabic General Studies From University of Maryland University College (2019 Projected)
Bachelors of Arts in Political Science from University of Maryland University College (2019 Projected)
Additional Information
Core Competencies: foreign language, training, management, linguistics, research, editing, linguistics, lesson planning, curriculum development, training
Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, voice recording software
Awards: Navy Achievement Medal (2017), Joint Service Achievement Medal (2013), Joint Service Commendation Medal (2010), Sailor of the Quarter (2010) Sailor of the Month (2010)
Languages: Farsi (Advanced), Dari (Advanced), Tajik (Advanced), Baluchi (Advanced), Spanish(Basic), Arabic (Basic)
Summary: Dedicated Polyglot with over 13 years of experience in a high paced demanding workplace. Currently seeking a position where my cultural and linguistic knowledge, combined with my training background, can be used to teach others about other languages and peoples.
Key Qualifications:
? Current L2+/ R3/ S2 in Persian Farsi, L2+/R2+ in Dari, S3 in Tajik and S1+ in Baluchi
? Experienced in training, curriculum development, leadership experience in a joint service environment
? Strong acquisition skills.
? Working knowledge of WIN/NT applications (Microsoft Word, Excel Outlook, Powerpoint, Windows, Internet Explorer, Chrome and Mozilla Firefox)
? Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
? Strong mentoring skills
? Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Experience:
Independent Language Researcher/Editor| (2017-2019)
? I reviewed, annotated, and made suggestions for textbooks, glossaries, and dictionaries in Dari, Standard Tajiki and Northern Tajiki for JTG Inc.
? I was sought out by the head of the University of Uppsala Iranian Studies department and reviewed and annotated a standard book of Baluchi grammar as well as an online dictionary of Baluchi for the Iranian Studies department of the University of Uppsala.
United States Navy
Language Analyst| Ft. Meade (2015-Present)
? Provided area language and culture training for civilian and service personnel. Wrote training documents and Powerpoint presentations that provided legacy training in my absence.
? Contributed to numerous multicultural education events by presenting on language and culture.
? Created and maintained a library of over 250 books and CDs for over 25 languages in support of over 150 linguists for the purpose of reference and language maintenance.
? Translated, quality checked, and reported on target language material for numerous targets. Reports generated were used by theater assets to seize over 550 KG of narcotics.
United States Navy
Lead Petty Officer| Ft. Meade (January 2018- Present)
? Trained and mentored sailors in policy and job qualification requirements on a bi-weekly basis. Lead trainings in job specifics which lead to 8 qualifications and advancements.
? Lead a division of Sailors. Processed personnel records, took daily accountability, wrote and edited evaluations. Managed records and ensured medical and training readiness of all personnel.
United States Navy
Travel Coordinator| Ft. Meade (2015-2017)
? Developed, delivered and improved training for government travel policies which led to an overall 80% decrease in travel incidents related to policy non-compliance. ?
? Planned, arranged, and executed travel orders for over 200 personnel.
? Maintained a $1 million budget for travel.
? Acted as emergency Contact for personnel abroad for rapid travel arrangement changes and other travel emergencies including interactions with law enforcement and medical emergencies.
United States Navy
Language Student| ICA Rosslyn, VA (2014-2015)
? Studied Baluchi Language for 11 months at ICA in Rosslyn, Virginia. Scored highest out of a class with a 2+ in speaking.
United States Navy
Mission Manager| Ft. Gordon, Ga (2010-2014)
? In charge of training peers and superiors on mission specific skills and knowledge.
? Supervised a mission of national level importance in support of fleet and national assets around the globe. Provided near instantaneous flow of information to key decision makers around the world in support of fleet movements in highly contested waters.
? Briefed domestic and international partners on mission capabilities and issues of theater importance to provide decision makers with a clear picture of the battle space.
? Ensured daily that all equipment was operational and functioning. Coordinated repairs as needed.
? Trained peers and superiors on mission skills, systems and target knowledge.
? Created and lead daily briefs of theater activity for highly contested areas of geopolitical interest. This information allowed freedom of the seas and air for Coalition Forces in the Area.
? Stood up new location at field site as the first mission manager for that site. Ensured all workstations were operational and that reporting could continue seamlessly at the new site.
United States Army
Intelligence Analyst| Afghanistan (2010-2010)
? Delivered daily briefs to decision makers on theater intelligence which lead to kinetic solutions in the battle space.
? Analyzed intelligence to facilitate the active defense of NATO forces as well as prosecute enemy targets in the are. Was directly responsible for reporting that lead to the removal of three high level targets from the battle space and 200 enemy captured. As well as the recovery of 10 American service members in two personnel recovery missions.
? Acted as a translator on two occasion for US and partner nation leadership at on base functions. Acted on one occasion as a translator for Military law enforcement to ensure vital US materiel arrived on time.
United States Navy
Language Analyst| Ft. Gordon, GA (2007-2009)
? Analyzed intelligence reports in support of theater assets for a mission of national importance.
? Translated language materials in support of theater assets for mission of national importance.
? Maintained all equipment on site to assure immediate transition of intelligence to customers.
United States Navy
Language Student| Presidio of Monterey (2005-2007)
? Graduated Persian Farsi Basic Course.
Education
Associate of Arts in Persian Language and Culture from the Defense Language Institute (2016)
Associate of Arts in Arabic General Studies From University of Maryland University College (2019 Projected)
Bachelors of Arts in Political Science from University of Maryland University College (2019 Projected)
Additional Information
Core Competencies: foreign language, training, management, linguistics, research, editing, linguistics, lesson planning, curriculum development, training
Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, voice recording software
Awards: Navy Achievement Medal (2017), Joint Service Achievement Medal (2013), Joint Service Commendation Medal (2010), Sailor of the Quarter (2010) Sailor of the Month (2010)
Languages: Farsi (Advanced), Dari (Advanced), Tajik (Advanced), Baluchi (Advanced), Spanish(Basic), Arabic (Basic)