Human Resources Manager

• Apr 2023 - Present

Senior Manager, Human Resources & Operations

• Sep 2020 - Apr 2023

Oversaw planning, operations, budgeting, training, employee relations, professional development, and human capital management of 100 employees across 5 operating locations spanning 3 countries providing multi-domain environmental intelligence and combat credible forces in support of critical operations across Europe. Directed process improvement projects to optimize operational effectiveness and human capital management across the organization with many of these projects serving as corporate… Show more Oversaw planning, operations, budgeting, training, employee relations, professional development, and human capital management of 100 employees across 5 operating locations spanning 3 countries providing multi-domain environmental intelligence and combat credible forces in support of critical operations across Europe. Directed process improvement projects to optimize operational effectiveness and human capital management across the organization with many of these projects serving as corporate benchmarks. Advised senior leadership on ongoing administrative requirements, capabilities, and operations, to assist them in executing the organizations mission and vision. Collaborated with executive leaders, managers, and front-line supervisors in gathering requirements, budgeting, and executing a $500K annual spend plan while maintaining accountability of DoD resources worth $100B meeting current operational needs. Highlights: • Led organization of 100+ diverse employees to winning the Air Force Weather Squadron of the Year for 2021 (#1 of 22 units). Earned the Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award for 2022. • Programmed and on-boarded 2 civil service hires, saving the organization 2K labor-hours per year, increasing customer support capability by 30%. • Created Air Force’s only specials duty assignment pay training qualification program for radar and weather systems technicians which was adopted agency wide. • Solved crippling 33% workforce reduction by establishing a process improvement team that modernized the unit’s training program which reduced task qualification time by 30 days.

Manager, Human Resources & Operations

• Sep 2016 - Sep 2020

Led the coordination and execution of human resources, compliance, administrative, and operations for a geographically separate unit comprised of ten personnel. Oversaw special projects and key activities across the tactical, operational, and strategic domains. Trained and assisted staff members in the utilization of satellite and radar imagery, computer-generated data, and weather instruments and enabled them to analyze, predict, and disseminate atmospheric and weather conditions. Created and… Show more Led the coordination and execution of human resources, compliance, administrative, and operations for a geographically separate unit comprised of ten personnel. Oversaw special projects and key activities across the tactical, operational, and strategic domains. Trained and assisted staff members in the utilization of satellite and radar imagery, computer-generated data, and weather instruments and enabled them to analyze, predict, and disseminate atmospheric and weather conditions. Created and implemented weather support plans, fostering and deploying forces for the contingency missions and deterring enemy’s aggression and threat. Highlights: • Led the training and personnel development initiatives for three International Operations Headquarters areas of responsibility, resulting in winning Team of the Year awards for 2016 & 2018. • Received the Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year title twice in 2016 and 2017. • Updated and advised senior leadership on African natural disasters, timely identifying and mitigating cyclone and flood effect issues and successfully completing relief efforts within budgetary constraints.

Operations Manager

• Aug 2012 - Sep 2016

Headed a team of 57 personnel in providing full spectrum weather support to four international operations headquarters locations. Monitored and issued warnings and advisories, notifying organizations about a mission-critical weather and ensuring maximum safety of 230K personnel and assets worth $50B at 30 sites. Coordinated and established requirements and procedures with a keen focus on delivering a continuous support and facilitating seamless execution of contingency operations across three… Show more Headed a team of 57 personnel in providing full spectrum weather support to four international operations headquarters locations. Monitored and issued warnings and advisories, notifying organizations about a mission-critical weather and ensuring maximum safety of 230K personnel and assets worth $50B at 30 sites. Coordinated and established requirements and procedures with a keen focus on delivering a continuous support and facilitating seamless execution of contingency operations across three continents. Highlights: • Awarded Senior Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year for exceptional performance in 2014. • Optimized the capacity and effectiveness of the weather forecast systems at austere locations by installing necessary components and sensors and decreasing inaccuracies by 35%. • Analyzed 10-year climate data for six forward operating bases, implemented essential modifications in the systems, tracking and eliminating weather threats, and protecting resources valued over $2.6B. • Assessed and mitigated workforce shortfall, minimizing workload by 30% and saving 2.8K labor-hours.

Operations Supervisor

• Aug 2011 - Aug 2012

Provided tactical and airfield forecasts for missions flying across East Asia. Managed and tracked readiness of several personnel, while preparing individuals to deploy and administer operations across Korea and the Pacific. Tailored and communicated weather information to mission planners in collaboration with 17 DoD bases, enhancing combat readiness and attaining physical protection of all possessions. Ensured timely implementation of operating procedures and policies, provision of constant… Show more Provided tactical and airfield forecasts for missions flying across East Asia. Managed and tracked readiness of several personnel, while preparing individuals to deploy and administer operations across Korea and the Pacific. Tailored and communicated weather information to mission planners in collaboration with 17 DoD bases, enhancing combat readiness and attaining physical protection of all possessions. Ensured timely implementation of operating procedures and policies, provision of constant weather support throughout the area of responsibility and accomplishment of all assignments. Highlights: • Supported the development and coordination of weather support information sharing measures, planning and launching force protection actions, alleviating threats, and improving security of all enlisted personnel and facilities. • Reviewed 75 severe weather synopses, analyzing 2K warnings and removing adverse trends. • Trained and mentored the US Forces Korea staff on typhoon TTPs, increasing their prediction skills and protecting 28K personnel and properties worth $8B.

Section Supervisor

• Jun 2007 - Aug 2011

Computer Systems Operator

• Feb 2005 - Jun 2007

F-16 Crew Chief

• Jun 2001 - Feb 2005

USAF Trainee

• Oct 2000 - Jun 2001