At the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA), my role as a Strategic Workforce Planner leverages my expertise in policy development to implement long-term human capital strategies. Our team focuses on creating models that empower managers to make informed decisions for future workforce planning.My military background has equipped me with essential qualities, including attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and practical organizational abilities. With twenty years of service in the U.S. Army in various leadership roles, I have developed the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously and ensure their completion. These skills are crucial for thriving in multitasking environments and building solid teams.I served as the Deputy Chief of Operations for the Army Talent Management Task Force at the Pentagon, where I assessed talent for active-duty service members and federal employees. As a Training Officer, I managed training data, handled administrative tasks, and monitored training records. My responsibilities included preparing reports, conducting audits, organizing meetings, and maintaining communication with personnel. The data I collected informed decisions regarding soldier performance and promotions, ensuring compliance with mandatory training requirements and adherence to Army education and rank progression guidelines.As part of my transition from military service, I participated in the Army Transition Skillbridge program. This program allows service members with six months remaining before their transition and recent retirees to intern with federal, government, public, and private sector companies, facilitating their integration into civilian work and potentially leading to future employment opportunities. I was fortunate to intern with the College of Engineering and Architecture at Howard University, where I received support from both leadership and professional student services staff. This experience taught me the importance of providing student-centric customer service in my Office of Student Services role. I learned to exercise patience, demonstrate an ethic of care, prioritize purposeful actions, pursue excellence (as mediocrity is unacceptable), create healthy and realistic expectations, and remove obstacles to student success. I worked closely with departmental leadership to enhance advising and recruitment initiatives. Additionally, I evaluated scholarship applications and provided recommendations to the Assistant Dean, which sharpened my ability to make informed decisions regarding student support.