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Raleigh, Nc, Us

• Supported DLA Research and Development (R&D) Director, PMO Staff, and Program Managers (PMs) to effectively brief and translate Strategic Assessments and Planning Guidance to J-Codes and supporting staff.• Managed R&D Priorities topic developments while creating Resource Allocation briefs, to identify R&D priorities for both execution (FY24-FY25) and out-years (FY26-FY29) respectively.• Recommended changes or needed updates to the Program Budget Review (PBR) process to include Strategic Planning and Strategic Reviews, R&D Priorities and Resource Allocation, Proposal Development and Submission, and Budget Justification Documents. • Directly supported R&D DLA PMO leaders to accurately project PBR25 cycle planning and adjustments needed to complete out-year projects in Manufacturing Technology and Logistic Lines of Effort (LOE).• Updated accounting tables to accurately project current and future funding baselines and proposals for FY23-FY29 for 14 DLA R&D Programs totaling $62.9M, with an additional $2M in Congressional Add-In’s for specialized programs. • Provided reports to DLA R&D Director via Monthly Status Report (MSR) and quarterly Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) to ensure all timeline objectives were completed on schedule or ahead of schedule.• Communicated with DLA R&D PMs to ensure all issued guidance was clearly defined, regulatory goals were adhered to, and PM input items were accurately captured and uploaded into SharePoint.• Prepared various briefings for the (4) stages of the PBR process to capture accurate baseline totals, UFR request amounts, 5% and 10% reduction affects, and PM submittals to support future funding requests.• Reviewed and produced updated (14) established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to capture each DLA R&D sections process accurately. • Led weekly and monthly staff meetings to update tracking sheets and timelines to accurate report status concerns to PMO Support Service leaders.

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

o Provided oversight on a $1.3M contract while managing 13 support staff members and 5 Vista volunteers.o Developed key program strategies, delegation of additional assignments or duties, and program implementation.o Managed database operations and marketing actions to ensure they were aligned with US Army and Air Force marketing strategies. o Collaborated with national leaders and program managers from 17 different states, to identify labor market trends and analyze data to develop training opportunities for military service members, Veterans, and spouses. o Built relationships and collaborated with Marketing Directors and Government Public Affairs Office to plan, develop, and execute 30+ internal and external events annually for various DoD components and Fortune 500 companies.o Reviewed quantitative labor market data to develop presentations and regularly brief executive level personnel within DoD, State and Local Government, and multiple DoD components on trend analysis.o Reviewed monthly ARO Technical Services Monthly Reports for (4) Program Specialists assigned to work with Scientific Services, HBCU/MI, and Army STTR programs. o Evaluated both STTR and HBCU/MI programs Performance Work Statement (PWS) against stated goals by compiling, organizing, and analyzing data used in the development of trend analysis.o Served as the Liaison between ARO and RDTS while overseeing employee’s timesheet, leave requests, assigned equipment, and annual employee evaluations.o Communicated with ARO PMs to ensure all contract personnel were performing above expectations listed in each PWS and addressed any concerns that would arise. o Routinely met with or engaged with the ARO COR to ensure all contractual obligations were being met and to resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner. o Worked directly with the Contracting Office and COR to review established COVID 19 guidelines and ensured that all RDTS contract personnel were strictly adhering to all guidance.

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Provided oversight in the development of operating procedures and policy guidelines for brand-new department with 18 Education and Employment Center staff members; assisted with the creation of a direct placement model while establishing all initial office guidelines still in place today. • Consulted with major corporations and staffing agencies to define staffing needs; canvassed qualified candidates based on education/experience levels and completed full cycle recruiting which led to 50% increase in interviews received from 2013 to present. • Developed a streamlined process resulting in a 250% increase of employment opportunities for Veterans by networking with HR managers and recruiters to find potential employment opportunities, contract positions, direct hire placements, and temporary positions in the Research Triangle Park (RTP) area.• Planned, organized, set up, and instructed more than 25 workshops, hiring events, and career assessment events across various locations in NC leading to over 1.5K direct hires in a 3-year period across the Southeast. • Developed individual resumes and cover letters, conducted mock interviews and career counseling, instructed social media presentations, and provided military work translations to both companies and clients. • Provided group and individual consultation to multiple agencies to ensure successful implementation of talent acquisition and workforce planning.• Reported to management the monitoring and development of program compliance with established policies and procedures.

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

• Collaborated with HR managers on annual updates to the human resources staff handbook and reviewed all departmental documents for accuracy and completeness before sending them to executive-level staff for signature or approval authority. • Assisted management in annual reporting process and data audits; monitored employee positions to evaluate job descriptions and skills necessary to perform daily, monthly, and yearly assignments as required resulting in a 40% gain in personnel readiness. • Conducted audit of workplace, 10 employees, and management policies and procedures; developed and enforced all human resource activity policies and procedures ultimately reducing personnel action errors.• Processed employee performance issues, wrote disciplinary reports, and developed a strategy for resolution within a given timeline leading to increase productivity and to enhance positive workplace relationships.• Supervised and performed personnel and administrative functions to support all leadership levels.• Forecasted hiring needs to ensure a more effective recruitment process to address Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) to build an inclusive culture and improve team engagement. • Conducted monthly, quarterly, and annual performance review sessions to accurately reflect accomplishments and needed improvements for all assigned personnel prior to annual appraisals.

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

Managed Federal Tuition Assistance Program - a professional and personal development benefit program available to employees. Oversaw eligibility, application, and release of benefits to over 3K users. • Managed an $8M budget with 100% accuracy; selected amongst peers to assist in re-writing the current Army education policy on a national level. • Oversaw all program accounting in iMARC database; adjusted budget requirements, awarded tuition payments, billed schools for payment, and disbursed funds more than $4M annually with 100% accountability of all funds. • Developed direct guidelines while networking with school officials, small business leaders, fortune 500 company representatives, and defense agencies focused on direct placement programs for Veterans.• Ensured compliance with strict government guidelines, local and state regulations, and fiscal law. • Identified, counseled, and enrolled qualified candidates into organization onboarding process - Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) - based entrance criteria set by government regulations, Army guidance, Department of Defense guidelines, and North Carolina state law.• Updated all personal information into Applicant Tracking System (ATS) from initial meetings through their in-processing into the North Carolina Army National Guard.• Interviewed and counseled staff and their family members on career and educational goals, benefits they may be eligible for, degree programs, and school selection processes based on student’s best interest.• Conducted vocational aptitude tests and Army flight exams for more than 450 personnel annually while supervising 6 staff members in the absence of the director.