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Human Resources Management Professional 20+ Years Experience

Workforce Management ~ Training ~ Labor Relations ~ Compensation ~ Conflict Resolution

Job Postings ~ Recruitment ~ Employee Relations ~ Benefits & Payroll ~ Performance Management

         Possess exceptional academic credentials and solid experience in driving HR functional areas spanning recruiting, hiring, payroll, benefits, training, position classification, EEO and OSHA compliance, and diversity.

         Constantly strive to cultivate and maintain a respectful workplace climate essential to maximizing staff retention, morale and satisfaction; committed to promoting an open door policy.

         Skilled at strategic planning, policy & procedure development, project coordination, and best practices.

         Apply critical thinking abilities toward optimizing HR planning activities including manpower needs forecasting and organizational strategy development.

         Able to work productively and diplomatically with individuals from all types of backgrounds.

         Possess active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Security Clearance.

         Recipient of numerous awards, commendations, medals, and throughout military career including a letter of appreciation from the President of the United States.

         Streamlined process for department leadership to submit daily reports resulting in saving $10M monthly.

         Captured $23K in cost savings for U.S. Army Cadet Command by assembling installation teams at each school to construct and mount banners and window treatments.

         Demonstrated consistent attention to diversity and cultural awareness by orchestrating eight annual ethnic observances for the U.S. Army Cadet.

         Championed efforts to boost departmental efficiency at Cadet Command by 20% in four months.

         Commended by Army Chief of Staff for managing $1.1M project to reconstruct and improve living quarters for wounded warriors, successfully completing initiative two months ahead of schedule.

Department of Defense, Alexandria, VA, 2015 to Present

Human Resources Specialist Compensation

         Conduct final review and evaluation of surveys administered by project officers to determine levels of wages.

         Surveyed 230 companies and eight school districts, achieving 68% response rate from companies and 100% response rate from school districts.

Department of Veterans Affairs, Jackson, MS, 2014 to 2015

Program Support Assistant

         Assessed eligibility and authorized non-VA medical care as primary liaison between veterans and vendors.

Department of Veterans Affairs, Jackson, MS, 2014

Civilian Pay Technician

         Examined documentation for proper application of pay regulations encompassing appointments, promotions, pay adjustments, reassignments, awards, and separations.

         Maintained time and attendance records, processed tax levies and collections of other debts due to government, and authorized withholding of required amounts from salaries for alimony, child support, and bankruptcy.

         Audited unit timekeepers semi-annually to determine compliance with policies and procedures.

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Jim Hill High School, Jackson, MS, 2013 to 2014

Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps

         Initiated close partnerships with communities and educational institutions to foster citizenship and patriotism among high school students.

US Army Cadet Command, Ft. Knox, KY, 2011 to 2013

Director, Plans and Operations

         Spearheaded full-scope human resources including recruitment, retention, training, personnel management, labor relations, and conflict resolution.

         As staffing manager, posted announcements for open positions, created assessments and questionnaires, and reviewed responses.

         Collaborated with senior management in strategic planning and acquisition of support personnel to fill vacant positions, and prudently advised director in all aspects of administration and sustainment.

         Supervised the complete spectrum of HR activities including reassignments, evaluations, separations, labor relations, Thrift Saving Plan, promotions and control of $16.7M budget.

3^rd Infantry Division, Ft. Stewart, GA, 2008 to 2011

Director, Plans and Operations

         Delivered comprehensive HR support to 4,200 personnel with an emphasis in personnel tracking, casualty reporting, service awards, leaves, and personnel readiness.

         Served as HR Technical Advisor in recruitment and staffing activities and enforced adherence to procedures and regulations.

         Governed $29M budget and actively contributed to employee relations, investigations, counseling, disciplinary action, and exit interviews.

         Formulated and launched strategy which controlled and optimized use of $1.2B of training ammunition resources annually.

         Commended by Division Commander for navigating processes which accelerated efficiency by 15% in first 90 days in role.

Army Warrior Transition Unit, Ft. Knox, KY, 2007 to 2008

Senior Advisor

         Proficiently administered benefit programs including medical, dental, and life insurance while closely monitoring 360 soldiers receiving rehabilitative care and complex medical management.

         Advised director on staffing and policy updates, and functioned as HR Technical Advisor regarding recruitment policy compliance, HIPAA certifications, and HR investigations.

         Strategically assembled, engaged, and mobilized Staffing Committee to plan and facilitate hiring process of key medical positions.

         Determined specific training needs among civilian workforce and arranged appropriate training programs via video and classroom settings.

         Provided meaningful guidance to upper-level management on resources, budgetary restrictions, operational configurations, logistical support, human resources, and training status.

Doctorate, Business Administration, Columbia Southern University, Orange Beach, AL, pending Oct. 2016

Master of Business Administration, Columbia Southern University, Orange Beach, AL

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Grantham University, Kansas City, MO

Associate of Arts in Business Administration, Grantham University, Kansas City, MO

Professional Development / Certifications:

Senior Executive Leadership / Sustainment Leadership

Senior Leaders Course, Equal Employment Opportunity