Performs work involving applying practical knowledge of the methods and techniques of engineering or architecture; and construction, application, properties, operations, and limitations of engineering systems, processes, structures, machinery, devices, and materials. • Serves as the key asset for static chamber testing, coordinating multiple tasks necessary to administer efficient research data for the Project Manager, Principal Investigator and the project research team.• Identified issue in static chamber testing and provided a solution to the issue by applying a rubber gauge in addition to the bladder being used for experimentation that resulted in consistent pressure data readings.• Regularly identifies resources (staff, funding, equipment, of facilities) required to support various levels of program operations.• Provides technical and procedural advice in support of the static chamber testing by identifying and analyzing issues, discussing issues with the PI and taking the appropriate action using the guidelines set forth.• Develops procedures and systems for property control establishing, operating, and assessing the effectiveness of administrative control systems such as those designed to prevent waste, loss, unauthorized use, or misappropriation of assets.• Advises on the potential benefits/uses of automation to improve the efficiency of administrative support or program operations.

Was responsible for military training by devising and implementing training plans, guidelines and procedures, reports and assessments for the unit and individuals assigned.• Participated in design review meetings, reviewed preliminary plans and specifications prior to advertisement for constructability, anticipated physical obstructions, and other construction difficulties as well as the availability of selected materials. Reviewed final plans and specifications for construction feasibility and practical accomplishment. Interpreted technical portions as necessary.• Reviewed submittals and reports on construction status and progress, tests, contract administration, contractor’s estimates relative to construction of the project and unanticipated contingencies, and made decisions and/or recommendations relative to the most practical methods of accomplishing desired results.• Reviewed or initiated proposed changes in contract requirements, made recommendations related to desirability, construction feasibility, and reasonableness of costs.• Reviewed, evaluated, and decided such matters as suitability of completed work, adequacy of construction methods and equipment, practicability of construction operations, reasonableness of schedules and estimates, adequacy of inspection and control procedures, and effectiveness of construction processes.• Documented necessary contract changes and evaluated work site conditions.• Managed the organization Total Ammunition Management Information System (TAMIS) and Range Facility Management Support System (RFMSS). Coordinated with subordinate levels to plan and manage timely execution of $3.5 million training exercises annually, conducted requirement analysis, developed metrics to analyze performance and provided briefings and reports to internal and external management on program developments.

• Provided quality assurance and quality control for ongoing projects on the Fort Hood military base to ensure conformance with contract specifications. Prepared daily reports provided to the Resident Engineer. Participated in the three phase inspections (preparatory, initial and follow-up).• Monitored the contractor’s quality control and inspection program to ensure they conformed to contract specifications, safety standards, scheduling requirements, scope of work and budgeting restrictions.• Insured contractors were aware of applicable policies and regulations with respect to construction scheduling, progress reporting, work acceptance procedures, safety measures, wage and hour law observance, labor relations, and other matters related to contractual performance.• Established and maintained a working relationship with district personnel, USACE offices, installation representatives, utilities and facility users to assure project execution and contract methods met their needs.

As a customer service manager, I spent a great deal of time ensuring proper operations in the front of the store where I would be generally responsible for 8 to 25 employees at any given time. I provided change for cashiers, prepared cash registers and performed register audits. When customers had concerns regarding the price of an item or an advertisement, I addressed their concern according to Walmart's policies. I also approved bank cards or checks when necessary, addressed any register shortage concerns and trained employees. Additionally, I set the example for other employees by practicing proper safety protocol, such as proper lifting techniques and removal of spills and debris from register areas.

• Received the Army Gold Recruiting Badge with Three Sapphire Stars. Was a recipient of the Gold Recruiter Ring, the Recruiting Excellence Medallion, and was inducted into the Glen E. Morrell Order of Recruiting Excellence, USAREC’s highest individual recruiting honor.• Served as Human Capital Commander to the Atlanta Recruiting Battalion on all aspects of strategic planning. Planned, researched, developed and monitored the implementation of plans, policies, procedures and guidance. Provided oversight of open positions based on eligibility of applicant and helped fill Army’s shortages due to operational manning requests.• Developed timelines, work breakdown structures, work flow processes and work distribution charts for use by senior leadership and subordinate directories to assist with the strategic business transformation/transition of the Recruiting Battalion in order to ensure manpower distribution is being used efficiently.• Provided sound advice on recruiting incentives to future Soldiers as well as COI’s. Developed and executed recruiting plans for established zip codes. Gathered, identified and analyzed recruiting program issues to ensure they functioned effectively and efficiently and made recommendations to help correct deficient issues. Participated in recruiting activities in various locations in an effort to increase public awareness of the ROTC program.

• Provided information to applicants on subjects related to pay, benefits, medical and dental. Housing benefits and training locations as well as duty assignments.• Prepared and briefed project plans, recommendations, and findings on management studies and work measurement performance standards. Ensured workforce and organizational procedures were aligned with Army’s Common Levels of Support (CLS) and internal operational policies and plans. • Coordinated with internal and external stakeholders and customers through survey’s, interviews, record reviews and on-site observation to capture feedback; to reach resolution on issues/complaints from the general public while developing new and modified administrative program policies, regulations, enterprise goals and objectives. • Interpreted and ensured compliance to organizational and USAREC and Army regulations pertaining to personnel and operational functions to determine most efficient process in attaining organizational goals and objectives. Maintained contacts at the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) and collaborated with other branch services to maintain an updated status of ongoing recruitment efforts and enhance recruitment efforts to hire the most qualified applicants.• Orchestrated and developed project management initiatives and facilitated the accomplishment of a wide variety of human resources projects using program management processes and procedures that provided suggested courses of action for implementing policy changes for USAREC and the Department of the Army.