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Managed all aspects of Human Resources on behalf of over 1,000 personnel. Processed personnel actions including promotions, transfers, separations, awards and decorations, casualty operations, line-of-duty (LOD) determinations, and Department of the Army 15-6 investigations. Maintained current and projected manpower strength data, ensuring 100% accuracy. Ensured personnel were accurately assigned to the appropriate positions according to personnel strength allocations. Monitored the Table of Distribution and Allowances (TDA) and Modification Table of Organization and Equipment (MTOE) authorizations to identify projected vacancies. Coordinated requisitions for personnel replacements. Applied knowledge of Military Reporting tools and databases - utilized automated personnel systems including Electronic Military Personnel Office (eMILPO), Total Officer Personnel Information System (TOPMIS), Web Based Total Army Authorization Document System (WEBTAADS) and Enlisted Distribution and Assessment System (EDAS) and was relied upon as the Subject Matter Expert for managing each system. Managed personnel evaluations systems; coordinated submission of Noncommissioned Officer and Commissioned Officer evaluation reports (NCOERs and OERs). Reviewed evaluations and rating schemes for administrative accuracy and quality control. Supervised personnel management activities to include maintaining officer and enlisted personnel. Trained, counseled, and mentored staff. Evaluated employees’ performance and made recommendations for performance improvement as needed.

Assists staff with services to patients/visitors with the goal of minimizing anxiety by creating a relaxing environment. Support families by assisting with communication; reconnecting with personal contacts and family members. Completes room visits to check on behaviors and report any unusual anger/fear. Prepares and restocks exam/treatment rooms. Transport patients from Emergency Department to ancillary services upon discharge. Performs other duties requested by the charge Nurse.

Served as a Senior Human Resources Manager directly responsible for directing and supervising personnel and administrative functions in support of 8,000 employees. Managed a broad range of Human Resource program areas actions including reassignments, strength management, performance evaluations, awards, promotions/demotions, soldier readiness processing, deployments, separations, casualty and mortuary affairs, retirements, employee leave, training, and Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS). Reviewed and evaluated official correspondence, policies and procedures. Maintained officer and enlisted personnel records and ensured accuracy of information. Scheduled appointments and conducted thorough records review sessions with service members prior to promotion boards. Screened personnel records to determine eligibility for awards and promotions. Advised leadership on procedures regarding conduct and discipline, and adverse actions. Coordinated and supervised the annual Army-wide Personnel Asset Inventory for over 8,00 personnel. Trained, counseled, supervised, and mentored junior-level staff. Prepared potential leaders for leadership professional development courses and promotion boards.

Conducted individual training, provided supervision, and developed countless personnel transitioning from civilian to military careers. Developed a performance evaluation system to ensure plans, goals, and objectives were met. Assisted in the evaluation of the overall organization by collecting, maintaining, and reporting system data. Completed periodic independent system evaluation briefings, reports/analysis, and developed recommendations for management improvements. Handled personnel issues for resolution: pay/entitlements, personal data, family care, and medical benefits. Effectively managed awards, employee work release, and UCMJ action; chosen at the point-of-contact for peer and senior guidance.

Instructed junior managers which lead to the successful completion of a Leadership, Supervisory, and Management course; required for promotion to management positions throughout the entire Army. Prepared and facilitated all program instructions consisting of over 210 hours. Evaluated and counselled students on their professional skills and leadership/management implementation into real-time situations. Delivered educational programs related to research ethics, regulatory compliance, responsibility, management integrity, and human resource processes for subordinates; revised course content to adapt to specific personnel.

Human Resources Manager for an Aviation Division, consisting of 11 companies. Provided oversight to the Senior HR Manager for HR programs in areas of: advisory services, labor management/employee relations, training and development, HR policies and procedures, workforce implementation and strategic workforce planning. Recommended programs to promote awareness of differences, and the value of meeting the needs of each subordinate. Created leadership training, with an emphasis on diversity planning, equal opportunity evaluation, individuals with injuries, and dispute resolution. Formulated procedures designed to prohibit discrimination due to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, and disability's. Coordinated and instructed EEO training ensuring all personnel were aware of current up to date policies and procedures.