Experience

RAINN

• Individual and Family Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Vice President, DoD Safe Helpline

  • Aug 2022 - 1 year 5 months

  Washington DC-Baltimore Area One of RAINN’s core victim service programs is the DoD Safe Helpline, which RAINN operates through a contract with the Department of Defense’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office (SAPRO). Safe Helpline is the sole crisis support service for members of the DoD community affected by sexual assault. Safe Helpline is secure, confidential, anonymous, and available 24/7 worldwide. Safe Helpline staff provide live, one-on-one support to survivors, their families and other DoD… Show more One of RAINN’s core victim service programs is the DoD Safe Helpline, which RAINN operates through a contract with the Department of Defense’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office (SAPRO). Safe Helpline is the sole crisis support service for members of the DoD community affected by sexual assault. Safe Helpline is secure, confidential, anonymous, and available 24/7 worldwide. Safe Helpline staff provide live, one-on-one support to survivors, their families and other DoD stakeholders. A Safe Helpline user can access one-on-one support, peer-to-peer support, information, resources and self-care exercises 24/7 to aid in their recovery. RAINN has operated Safe Helpline since its inception in 2011. The Vice President, Safe Helpline is responsible for setting the strategic vision for the program, in collaboration with DoD; managing all Safe Helpline services; communicating the program vision and goals to helpline staff; and ensuring that all users receive survivor-centered, trauma-informed, non-judgmental, and strengths-based services.

• Program Director, DoD Safe Helpline

  • Dec 2021 - Jul 2022

  Washington DC-Baltimore Area As a key member of RAINN's Victim Services management team, the Safe Helpline Program Director is responsible for managing service delivery for one of RAINN's key programs the Department of Defense (DoD) Safe Helpline. DoD Safe Helpline is the sole crisis support service specially designed for members of the DoD community affected by sexual assault. Safe Helpline is secure, confidential, anonymous, and available 24/7 worldwide. The Safe helpline staff provides live, one-on-one support to… Show more As a key member of RAINN's Victim Services management team, the Safe Helpline Program Director is responsible for managing service delivery for one of RAINN's key programs the Department of Defense (DoD) Safe Helpline. DoD Safe Helpline is the sole crisis support service specially designed for members of the DoD community affected by sexual assault. Safe Helpline is secure, confidential, anonymous, and available 24/7 worldwide. The Safe helpline staff provides live, one-on-one support to survivors, their families and other DoD stakeholders. It is operated by RAINN through a contract with the DoD Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office (DoD SAPRO). A Safe Helpline user can access one-on-one support, peer-to-peer support, information, resources and self-care exercises 24/7 to aid in their recovery. Since 2011, Safe Helpline has provided support and resources to the DoD community worldwide. The Program Director is responsible for communicating the program vision and goals to helpline staff, and ensuring that all users receive survivor-centered, trauma-informed, non-judgmental, and strengths-based services. The Program Director provides on-site, direct supervision of the Safe Helpline program manager and the Safe Helpline lead shift manager and support the management team and staff overall.



US Army

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sergeant Major (Senior Executive)

  • Oct 2016 - Oct 2019

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Served as Senior Enlisted Advisor for Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA), Sexual Harassment / Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP) Program Office. - Key leader of senior management team; organization of 24 employees; managed relationships with 51 Program Managers; collaborated with external partners and key stakeholders. - Identified programs and strategies to effectively address sexual assault and sexual harassment; with a focus on advocacy, prevention and bystander… Show more Served as Senior Enlisted Advisor for Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA), Sexual Harassment / Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP) Program Office. - Key leader of senior management team; organization of 24 employees; managed relationships with 51 Program Managers; collaborated with external partners and key stakeholders. - Identified programs and strategies to effectively address sexual assault and sexual harassment; with a focus on advocacy, prevention and bystander intervention. - Identified training and education curriculum shortfalls; recommended modifications to ensure program remained current and relevant for intended audience. - Represented the headquarters at high-visibility meetings; to include Congressional Members, Department of Defense (DoD) Sexual Assault Prevention Response Office (SAPRO); and Defense Advisory Committee on Women in the Services (DACOWITS). - Conducted corporate wide quality evaluation assessments; gathered feedback and recommendations from senior executives, mid/junior level employees, Sexual Assault Response Coordinators (SARCs), Victim Advocates (VAs) and Trainers. - Served as public speaker for the Army's SHARP program, delivered 24 presentations in domestic and internationally locations to over 5,000 employees annually. - Represented Army senior executives at National Sexual Assault Conference (NSAC), National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) Training Event and Texas Association Against Sexual Assault (TAASA) Conference.

• Sergeant Major (Program Manager)

  • Aug 2014 - Oct 2016

  Fort Eustis, Virginia Served as Sexual Harassment / Assault Response & Prevention (SHARP) Program Manager for U.S. Army Center for Initial Military Training (CIMT); responsible for the overall management and oversight of Initial Military Training SHARP program for new enlistees. - Managed and fostered relationships with 60 Sexual Assault Response Coordinators and Victim Advocates; synchronized efforts and initiatives throughout organization enhancing overall program. - Assessed four training and… Show more Served as Sexual Harassment / Assault Response & Prevention (SHARP) Program Manager for U.S. Army Center for Initial Military Training (CIMT); responsible for the overall management and oversight of Initial Military Training SHARP program for new enlistees. - Managed and fostered relationships with 60 Sexual Assault Response Coordinators and Victim Advocates; synchronized efforts and initiatives throughout organization enhancing overall program. - Assessed four training and education curriculums ensuring compliance with applicable Department of Defense Instructions and Department of the Army Regulations to include gathering feedback on training effectiveness and program enhancement. - Conducted 50 Staff Assistance Visits to eleven training installations, to include Basic Combat Training, Advanced Individual Training, One-Station Unit Training, and Basic Officer Leadership Course. - Conducted 50+ interviews, focus groups and sensing sessions with senior executives, employees, and new enlistees; gained feedback on organizational climate. - Collaborated with HQDA Army SHARP Office and Army SHARP Academy; provided input on SHARP training and education to include Training Support Packages and policies and procedures in a training environment. - Served as a member of Office of Secretary of Defense, Council on Recruit Basic Training (CORBT), addressing common issues in Recruit Basic Training with the goal of sharing ideas, lessons learned, and procedures that can be independently employed to improve entry level training; discussed issues on Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) and general misconduct best practices. - Knowledgeable on all facets of DoD Sexual Assault Annual Reports, Data Calls, SHARP Readiness Report, and DA ongoing Enterprise initiatives.

• Temporary Assistant Inspector General (Examiner)

  • Jun 2015 - Dec 2015

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Served as subject matter expert and Temporary Assistant Inspector General for an Inspection Team of the Headquarters, Department of the Army Inspector General Agency. Inspection Topic: Army’s Sexual Harassment / Assault Response and Prevention Program. - Operated as a fully functional team member conducting an Army-wide inspection for a Secretary of the Army directed Special Interest Item Inspection of the Army Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention Program in Training… Show more Served as subject matter expert and Temporary Assistant Inspector General for an Inspection Team of the Headquarters, Department of the Army Inspector General Agency. Inspection Topic: Army’s Sexual Harassment / Assault Response and Prevention Program. - Operated as a fully functional team member conducting an Army-wide inspection for a Secretary of the Army directed Special Interest Item Inspection of the Army Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention Program in Training and Doctrine Command - Initial Military Training. - Trained ten inspection team members on SHARP area of expertise, providing insight into organizational equities on the inspection topic for consideration throughout the inspection across eight site visits. - Assessed compliance with and implementation of applicable Army and DOD policy and guidance. Planned, coordinated, and conducted inspection, recommending installations, and individuals by position to interview in order to gather required data and perspectives relevant to the inspection topic. - Developed inspection concepts, objectives, methodologies, coordinated inspection site and inspection requirements with Installations and components. Worked in concert with Detailed Inspectors General, participated in, and conducted individual and group interviews, sensing sessions, and conducted teaching and training on area of subject matter expertise. - Identified trends, analyzes root causes to systemic problems, and recommended solutions to The Inspector General, Chief of Staff Army, and Secretary of the Army for Army-wide implementation. - Instrumental in authoring written report for Secretary of the Army and Army senior leaders.



US Army

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Student At United States Army Sergeants Major Academy

  • Aug 2013 - Jun 2014

  Fort Bliss, Texas Graduate of the Army’s culminating enlisted Professional Military Education institution, United States Army Sergeants Major Academy; Sergeants Major Course. - Gained the necessary tools to develop critical reasoning, creative thinking and hone on decision-making skills. Enhanced knowledge in the development of logical, practical and original reasoning necessary for complex problem solving.



Defense Threat Reduction Agency

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Chief, Senior Human Resources Supervisor

  • Oct 2011 - Jun 2013

  Fort Belvoir, Virginia Served as Chief, Human Resources supervisor for Joint military personnel section. - Responsible for planning, directing, and managing all HR competencies, supervised and managed the processing of all personnel actions; awards, evaluations, promotions, leaves, strength management and readiness of assigned personnel - Reviewed and consolidated reports and statistics submitted to higher headquarters; advised Senior Service Advisor on all personnel and administrative actions;… Show more Served as Chief, Human Resources supervisor for Joint military personnel section. - Responsible for planning, directing, and managing all HR competencies, supervised and managed the processing of all personnel actions; awards, evaluations, promotions, leaves, strength management and readiness of assigned personnel - Reviewed and consolidated reports and statistics submitted to higher headquarters; advised Senior Service Advisor on all personnel and administrative actions; responsible for the health, welfare, and professional development of Soldiers, Sailors, and Airmen in joint agency. Show less



US Army

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Executive Administrative Assistant

  • Nov 2008 - Oct 2011

  Pentagon, Washington D.C. Served as Executive Administrative Assistant for the Sergeant Major of the Army. - Responsible for strategic planning, coordination, and execution of activities for the Sergeant Major of the Army. - Managed a complex, ever-changing daily calendar; scheduled internal and external meetings; keen ability to synchronize with multiple senior executive calendars. - Scheduled domestic and international travel in excess of 200K miles annually; impacting 650K personnel; ensured… Show more Served as Executive Administrative Assistant for the Sergeant Major of the Army. - Responsible for strategic planning, coordination, and execution of activities for the Sergeant Major of the Army. - Managed a complex, ever-changing daily calendar; scheduled internal and external meetings; keen ability to synchronize with multiple senior executive calendars. - Scheduled domestic and international travel in excess of 200K miles annually; impacting 650K personnel; ensured travel close-out in the Defense Travel System. - Managed logistical support for special events and meetings, including quarterly Board of Directors meetings attended by 20 senior executives; coordinated annual high-level conference attended by 350 key leaders. - Conducted extensive Army policy research on inquiries; identified resolution impacting well being of 400 Soldiers and Family Members. - Coordinated 50 high visibility senior executive meetings with White House officials, Members of Congress and Department of Defense senior executives. - Knowledge in protocol and etiquette; introductions, invitations and responses, official dinners, seating and precedence, and forms of address. Show less