. Consistently developed and implemented production programs and guidelines to achieve objectives. Skilled at the management level when making low and high priority decisions, strategic planning, negotiating, organizing, quality/process improvement, budget management, in-depth production related analysis, to include cost analysis and submitting recommendations. Trained in Air Force Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) that is based in large measure on the principles of Lean and Six Sigma, but encompasses other improvement methods as well. Worked with internal and external customers, stakeholders and special emphasis groups to support a wide range of Human Resource initiatives and practices. Provided direction and support to the Special Emphasis Programs, by creating initiatives that will ensure the organization is actively recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce. Collaborated with senior managers to determine short and long-term recruitment needs to assist in the development of various recruitment methodologies and strategies. Provided expert advice and guidance to operations and administrative officers on all Title 10 and various Title 5 recruitment programs and policies. Handled matters pertaining to grievances, discipline, merit promotions, Freedom Of Information Act requests, Equal Employment Opportunity, Sexual Assault avoidance and prevention, Inspector General Complaints, Civilian Union Complaints, and Congressional Inquiries. Responsible for recruitment and/or placement for both military and civilian employee positions. Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). Devised and regulated compensation and benefit systems; prepare position descriptions; implement policy changes; application and interpretation of instructions and the Uniform Code of Military Justice; development of all human resources and employee relations policies and practices. At the rank structure of E-8, daily duties consisted of maintaining discipline, supervision of 80 people, enforcing standards as applicable to policy and procedures including fostering teamwork.
• Guided and managed the overall provision of Human Resources services, policies, and programs for an Air Force Recruiting unit, including 11 detached managers, 3 training/marketing managers, 3 operations managers, and 80 enlisted personnel encompassing 2 states and 66K square miles--ranked #5 company out of 28 in Fiscal Year 09
• Developed Knowledge, Skills, and Ability (KSA) criteria to increase productivity and accountability--created and implemented squadron level KSAs for 100 enlisted personnel--received “Excellent” rating during semi-annual company inspection (2009)
• Originated and led human resources practices and objectives--provided an employee-oriented, high performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality, productivity and standards, goal attainment, and the recruitment and ongoing development of a superior workforce--led company to receive top excellence award for exceeding recruitment goals (2008-2010)
• Developed/monitored training programs for 90 recruiting personnel--received highest rating during no notice higher headquarters inspection (2010)
• Extensive knowledge in recruitment strategies which emphasize affirmative action in staffing positions--developed plan to distribute $50K marketing budget--exceeded assigned target by 30% in Fiscal Year 10