Ashlee Mickelsen, Phr Email & Phone Number

United States

Boise, Idaho

Expert in advising over 800 Federal employees on Benefits and Entitlements including retirement eligibility, health and life insurance, 401K, and work-life programs. Serves as the Injury and Compensation Program Administrator for the Idaho National Guard for employee workplace injury claims.

• Principal advisor to senior leadership on all matters concerning human resources support; provided personnel support expertise in support of U.S. and multi-national operations. Supervised seven human resources.
• Led an effective team of seven human resources employees; established goals and empowered team members to continually improve processes
• Advised senior leadership and recommended strategic solutions to complex HR issues including talent management, employee development, succession planning and optimization
• Managed the commander’s calendar; scheduling one-time and recurring meetings, travel, and training attendance
• Coordinated complex international and domestic travel arrangements for senior leadership
• Utilized human resource information systems and databases to compile and analyze data and information for reports and present information during staff meetings and other group forums

• Responsible for all human resources management functions for over 4,500 personnel in seven subordinate units geographically dispersed across the U.S. Advised senior leaders on personnel status and readiness to include.
• Advised leadership and provided recommendations on appropriate practices for selection, promotions, reassignments, terminations and demotions and preparing for reductions in force
• Analyzed performance problems and developed a plan of action to correct deficiencies
• Interpreted regulations and policies related to performance and professional development to advise leaders and employees on established promotion plans

NATO Special Operations Component Command – Afghanistan

• Coordinated senior leadership operations and key advisor to the commanding general for administration and staff action management. Served as an integral element of the commanding general’s engagement activities and a.
• Synchronized staff elements for a Two-Star General Officer Operational headquarters in Afghanistan
• Facilitated and managed all staff meetings involving senior leadership; ensured timely execution and delivery of quality products
• Served as the Officer-in-Charge for the Joint Visitor Bureau, coordinating engagements with high-ranking US Government officials, Afghan Senior Leaders, and NATO partners in a dynamic fast-paced combat environment

• Supervised five human resources employees responsible for providing administrative operations, future plans, and the development and execution of programs for 150 personnel. Advised the commander and staff members on.
• Principal advisor to senior leadership on all matters concerning human resources support and the morale and welfare of service members
• Drafted standard operating procedures for processing administrative actions, awards and performance evaluations according to applicable regulations and policies
• Handled sensitive personnel issues and disciplinary actions while maintaining confidentiality

Master Of Public Administration - Mpa, Public Administration

Bachelor'S Degree, Aviation Business Administration