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Fort Carson, Colorado, United States

Prepared comprehensive reports on executive staffing levels and personnel status to inform senior leadership. Supervised various personnel functions within the HR office, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and organizational standards. Conducted assessments and evaluations to improve HR processes and strategies, contributing to a more agile and responsive HR framework. Reviewed consolidated HR reports and applications, providing recommendations for personnel actions to higher echelons. Offered technical guidance and training to HR staff, enhancing skill development and operational efficiency. Managed onboarding processes for a workforce of approximately 3,000 employees, streamlining procedures and improving the onboarding experience. Oversaw quality assurance procedures, advising senior leaders on human resource administration activities and strategic planning initiatives.

Kaiserslautern, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

Conducted postal inspections and audits for 23 Army Post Offices across 18 various locations in Europe, ensuring compliance with all postal laws and regulations. Trained and certified personnel on Postal Operations, with a proven track record of enhancing operational effectiveness and ensuring compliance. Streamlined processes and improved accuracy maintaining high service quality standards.

Kaiserslautern, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

Designed and implemented plans and operational strategies to improve personnel management and performance metrics within the HR function. Planned and coordinated human resources support activities for current and future contingency operations and exercises throughout Europe and Africa, ensuring alignment with operational goals and compliance with relevant regulations. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify HR needs and provide timely support, optimizing resource allocation and personnel readiness for missions. Facilitated regular communication and strategic planning sessions with operational leaders to assess personnel requirements, develop tailored HR solutions, and ensure seamless integration of HR practices into mission planning.

Fort Campbell, Ky

Managed and maintained personal records and information through HRIS, overseeing processes related to reassignment, life insurance, promotions, and injury notifications. Evaluated personnel qualifications for special assignments, facilitating transfers and reassignments as needed. Managed classification and reclassification actions related to security clearances and personnel evaluations. Processed recommendations for awards and decorations, recognizing outstanding service and performance. Initiated and processed visa and passport applications for personnel assigned to the United States Army Europe. Reviewed cyclic and performance reports, monitoring actions to ensure compliance with project deadlines.

Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, United States

Operated heavy construction equipment to include Hydraulic Excavators, Dump Trucks, Bulldozers, and High Mobility Engineer Excavators. Participated in the improvement to Border Patrol rodes in California. Including constructing ditiches, excavating and clearing roads.