James Elston Email & Phone Number

Member of "Project Transition USA"​ Group on LinkedIN ♦ Supporting Transitioning Military & VetsProject Transition USA is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to helping transitioning military veterans & their families find meaningful and rewarding civilian careers. All members of our LinkedIN group work together to utilize the powerful networking & job search technology of LinkedIN in support of this goal.In addition to managing this group, Project Transition USA was the… Show more Member of "Project Transition USA"​ Group on LinkedIN ♦ Supporting Transitioning Military & VetsProject Transition USA is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to helping transitioning military veterans & their families find meaningful and rewarding civilian careers. All members of our LinkedIN group work together to utilize the powerful networking & job search technology of LinkedIN in support of this goal.In addition to managing this group, Project Transition USA was the first to conduct a LinkedIN Job Search Workshop on a U.S. military base (MacDill Air Force Base, Home of U.S. Central Command -- Nov. 16, 2012). They have been conducting free monthly workshops on MacDill ever since, and plan to expand these trainings to every military base in the country.We invite you to show your support by participating in our group and hiring U.S. veterans at every opportunity!Join our group here: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/Project-Transition-USA-4842096/about To learn more about Project Transition USA, visit: www.ProjectTransitionUSA.org Show less

Fort Jackson, Sc

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

New Orleans, Louisiana

Honolulu, Hi

-Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Manager for the Veterans Affairs Pacific Islands Healthcare System, comprised of the islands of Hawaii, American Samoa, Kauai, Kona, Hilo, Maui, Guam, and Saipan-Manages the program development, administration, evaluation and advisory functions of the EEO and Affirmative Employment Opportunity programs, the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) program, Diversity and Inclusion, Anti-Harassment Office and various special projects related to these… Show more -Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Manager for the Veterans Affairs Pacific Islands Healthcare System, comprised of the islands of Hawaii, American Samoa, Kauai, Kona, Hilo, Maui, Guam, and Saipan-Manages the program development, administration, evaluation and advisory functions of the EEO and Affirmative Employment Opportunity programs, the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) program, Diversity and Inclusion, Anti-Harassment Office and various special projects related to these functions. -Advises management on specific actions in support of EEO claims or issues, affirmative action and strategies for handling discrimination complaints.- Conducts the analysis of workforce by race, sex, grade, occupation, and policies and practices affecting employment. Identifies program goals that may conflict with existing policies or practices and actions; makes recommendations.-Develops, implements, coordinates, reviews, monitors, evaluates and updates all plans associated with the EEO program including but not limited to the annual MD-715 EEO report, the Federal Equal Opportunity Recruitment Program (FEORP) plan, the Disabled Veterans Affirmative Action Plan (DVAAP) and the Health Equity Index. Develops and maintains a vibrant Diversity Management program which includes conducting workforce analysis using VSSC, identifying underrepresented groups, and any differences in representation related to promotions/awards. Show less

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

Supervised 9 human resources specialists in an administrative pool to support 149 employees while overseeing the day-to-day operations of all human resources functions.• Managed a $1M+ budget for staff traveling to overseas to perform logistics and engineering duties in support of the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) mission• Coordinated on-boarding for new employees, facilitated orientation, and conducted exit interview for employees resigning • Managed the maintenance and… Show more Supervised 9 human resources specialists in an administrative pool to support 149 employees while overseeing the day-to-day operations of all human resources functions.• Managed a $1M+ budget for staff traveling to overseas to perform logistics and engineering duties in support of the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) mission• Coordinated on-boarding for new employees, facilitated orientation, and conducted exit interview for employees resigning • Managed the maintenance and serviceability of over $800K in computers and equipment• Researched issues and claims and conducted required investigations• Conducted interviews with employees to gather information on attitudes toward work environment supervision received to facilitate resolution of employee relations problems; Suggested ways to improve employee satisfaction and assists management with constructive criticism activities• Provided support in evaluation of reports, decisions, and results of the department in relation to established goals; recommended new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of administrative operations and services performed• Advised Senior Leadership on all personnel matters and any new changes in policy that affect specific services or the organization as a whole• Administered promotions, demotion, salary increase, severance programs, and merit letters for employee movements Show less

Vicenza Area, Italy

Served as the subject matter expert on Equal Opportunity / Equal Employment Opportunity (EO / EEO) and human relations matters in support of 4,500 employees dispersed throughout 3 locations in Italy and Germany. Supervised 30 EO leaders and managed the Equal Opportunity programs for 5 subordinate organizations• Developed training initiatives and policies as a proactive measure to improve Equal Opportunity training and awareness• Received and processed formal complaints in accordance… Show more Served as the subject matter expert on Equal Opportunity / Equal Employment Opportunity (EO / EEO) and human relations matters in support of 4,500 employees dispersed throughout 3 locations in Italy and Germany. Supervised 30 EO leaders and managed the Equal Opportunity programs for 5 subordinate organizations• Developed training initiatives and policies as a proactive measure to improve Equal Opportunity training and awareness• Received and processed formal complaints in accordance with Department of Defense (DOD) policies and Army regulations; Conducted two-party mediations to ensure issues and concerns remained at the lowest level• Conducted surveys using the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute Organizational Climate Survey (DEOCS) so that leaders at all levels could have an accurate snapshot of the command climate in their respective organizations• Trained 85 Equal Opportunity Leaders by utilizing the US Army’s 60-hour training model• Maintained the Equal Opportunity Reporting System (EORS) database to collect, record, and maintain racial, ethnic group, and gender data and statistics needed to support the Army EO Program, to include Affirmative Action Plan reporting requirements• Conducted interviews and investigations in regards to complaints involving race, color, sex, religion, or national origin or other human relations issues to provide an environment free of unlawful discrimination and offensive behavior Show less

Fort Gillem, Georgia

Planned and conducted studies/experiments, analyzed data output and prepared output for study and personnel experimentation results. Supported human resources pilot testing, experimentation Human Resources exercise, and supported direct studies to operational environment.• Developed and maintained relationships with managers to ensure a successful workplace environment• Shared goals with business leaders and directed the strategic HR agenda• Executed projects and studies to perform… Show more Planned and conducted studies/experiments, analyzed data output and prepared output for study and personnel experimentation results. Supported human resources pilot testing, experimentation Human Resources exercise, and supported direct studies to operational environment.• Developed and maintained relationships with managers to ensure a successful workplace environment• Shared goals with business leaders and directed the strategic HR agenda• Executed projects and studies to perform operations research and systems analysis within established financial and time constraints while developing and utilizing appropriate data collection techniques• Piloted studies / experiments on human resources and operations research to describe behavioral, organizational, and physical and equipment associated with irregular methods• Prepared human resources operations in support of analytical studies for productivity Show less

Baumholder, Germany

Constructed and implemented a human resources center capable of supporting 1K+ personnel and performed all necessary processes and changes to comply with Army and federal regulations. Oversaw employee relations, recruitment, placement, training and development, performance management, and benefits for personnel processes.• Prepared client monthly status reports and other deliverable documents • Assessed company needs and provided advice as a Subject Matter Expert on EEO, sexual… Show more Constructed and implemented a human resources center capable of supporting 1K+ personnel and performed all necessary processes and changes to comply with Army and federal regulations. Oversaw employee relations, recruitment, placement, training and development, performance management, and benefits for personnel processes.• Prepared client monthly status reports and other deliverable documents • Assessed company needs and provided advice as a Subject Matter Expert on EEO, sexual harassment and other personnel related issues, including making recommendations for policy changes and/or other personnel actions• Prepared briefing reports in support of In-Progress Reviews (IPRs), executed IPRs, Technical Briefs and other meetings as required by the organization Show less

Bachelor Of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

Master Of Public Administration (M.P.A.), Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General