Experience

Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sergeant Major - Human Resources Director

  • Jul 2021 - Present

  Camp Pendleton South, California, United States The Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton's (MCAS CamPen) mission is to operate an air station that promotes the combat readiness of the Operating Forces and the mission of other tenant commands by providing training opportunities, facilities, services and support responsive to the needs of Marines, Sailors and their families. Required to have a depth of experience in leading and directing the staff functions with regard to talent management, employee benefits, training and development… Show more The Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton's (MCAS CamPen) mission is to operate an air station that promotes the combat readiness of the Operating Forces and the mission of other tenant commands by providing training opportunities, facilities, services and support responsive to the needs of Marines, Sailors and their families. Required to have a depth of experience in leading and directing the staff functions with regard to talent management, employee benefits, training and development, policy development and compliance, and workplace safety of the entire organization. Served as the director to middle management by providing mentorship, guidance, direction, and tone to foster a positive organizational climate. The principal advisor to the Commanding Officer by providing direction, guidance, and leadership to maintain a high level of performance within the unit. Specific supporting functions include plan, lead, direct, develop, and coordinate the policies, activities, and training with the staff of the unit, ensuring legal compliance and implementation of the organization's mission and talent strategy. Achievements include retaining 100% of employees maintaining specific and unique occupational skills who were expiring on their contractual requirements. Reviewed all employee benefit correspondences to include employees from tenant commands with zero returns for revision or correction. While serving as the Volunteer Protection Program Chairman, the unit achieved the 2022 Safety Award for the Marine Corps. Was rated the best unit in the region after the latest Commanding General's Inspection Program (CGIP) is to assesses the ability of the unit to prepare for and to perform its assigned mission through a centralized inspection program. The success of the program relies on fostering an environment of trust and confidence, in which the Commanders' authority is respected and upheld. Show less



11th Marine Regiment

• Armed Forces
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sergeant Major - Human Resources Director

  • Jul 2019 - Jul 2021

  Camp Pendleton South, California, United States The mission of the 11th Marines is to provide effective artillery support to the various task forces comprising the 1st Marine Division. The principal advisor to the Commanding Officer by providing direction, guidance, and leadership to maintain a high level of performance within the unit. Responsible for the morale, discipline, and welfare of 4,000 Marines and Sailors. Responsible for leading and directing four Sergeants Major and a First Sergeant (HR Managers) with regard to talent… Show more The mission of the 11th Marines is to provide effective artillery support to the various task forces comprising the 1st Marine Division. The principal advisor to the Commanding Officer by providing direction, guidance, and leadership to maintain a high level of performance within the unit. Responsible for the morale, discipline, and welfare of 4,000 Marines and Sailors. Responsible for leading and directing four Sergeants Major and a First Sergeant (HR Managers) with regard to talent management, employee benefits, training and development, policy development and compliance, and workplace safety within their respective organization – each consisting of 800 or more personnel. Facilitated a level of cooperation between units in the regiment that had a tangible positive impact in training and operations. This impact was also demonstrated during the Commanding General's Inspection, earning top marks from inspectors. He was instrumental in supporting the regiment's efforts to meet Service Level Training Exercise and Global Force Management requirements within the Unit Deployment Program. Specific supporting functions include plan, lead, direct, develop, and coordinate the policies, activities, and training with the Human Resource Managers of each unit, ensuring legal compliance and implementation of the organization's mission and talent strategy. Achievements include being awarded a Meritorious Service Medal for superior performance during this timeframe. Received the 1st Marine Division Retention award for two consecutive years while serving in the unit. Drafted the COVID-19 ceremony policy for the Division Sergeant Major. Show less



1st Reconnaissance Battalion, USMC

• Armed Forces
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sergeant Major - Human Resources Manager

  • Jul 2017 - Jul 2019

  Camp Pendleton South, California, United States The mission of 1st Reconnaissance Battalion is to provide task-organized forces in order to conduct amphibious reconnaissance, ground reconnaissance, battlespace shaping operations, raids, and specialized insertion and extraction. The principal advisor to the Commanding Officer by providing direction, guidance, and leadership to maintain a high level of performance within the unit. Responsible to train and advise five First Sergeant (HR Managers) in giving direction to their Marines regarding… Show more The mission of 1st Reconnaissance Battalion is to provide task-organized forces in order to conduct amphibious reconnaissance, ground reconnaissance, battlespace shaping operations, raids, and specialized insertion and extraction. The principal advisor to the Commanding Officer by providing direction, guidance, and leadership to maintain a high level of performance within the unit. Responsible to train and advise five First Sergeant (HR Managers) in giving direction to their Marines regarding talent management, employee benefits, training and development, policy development and compliance, and workplace safety, This type of direction allowed the Marines focus on their assigned mission and training in advanced communications, special weapons, joint terminal attack control, helicopter rope insertion/extraction techniques, assault climbing, intelligence collection, mountain warfare, method of entry, sniper operations, advanced combat life support, close quarter tactics, jumpmaster’s and dive supervisor’s. During this timeframe, the unit was also selected by the Secretary of Defense to be the Dynamic Force Employment of approximately 300 Marines and Sailors for Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force - Peru which deployed aboard the USS SOMERSET (LPD 25) to conduct humanitarian assistance and disaster relief training with Peruvian naval forces. Held the responsibility as the senior principle advisor in order to strengthen the relationship and enhance interoperability between the two nation's forces in the event of a natural disaster or humanitarian crisis in the region. Specific supporting functions include plan, lead, direct, develop, and coordinate the policies, activities, and training with the Human Resource Managers of each unit, ensuring legal compliance and implementation of the organization's mission and talent strategy. Achievements include being awarded a Meritorious Service Medal for superior performance during this timeframe. Show less



Recruiting Station New York

• Armed Forces

• Sergeant Major - Human Resources Manager

  • Jun 2014 - Jun 2017

  Greater New York City Area The mission of Recruiting Station New York is to find qualified applicants who will defend our Country against our advisories and contribute to the future of the Corps. Served as the principal advisor to the Commanding Officer in regard to recruitment and selection, performance management, learning and development, policy compliance, succession planning, compensation and benefits for one of the largest recruiting stations in the Marine Corps. Trained and advised the recruiters to develop all… Show more The mission of Recruiting Station New York is to find qualified applicants who will defend our Country against our advisories and contribute to the future of the Corps. Served as the principal advisor to the Commanding Officer in regard to recruitment and selection, performance management, learning and development, policy compliance, succession planning, compensation and benefits for one of the largest recruiting stations in the Marine Corps. Trained and advised the recruiters to develop all the applicants for the rigors of Marine Corps recruit training. This training included self-awareness of strengths and weaknesses through individualized feedback based on assessment data, setting clear personal and professional development goals, learning from peers facing similar challenges, and overcoming perceived limitations. Specific supporting functions include plan, lead, direct, develop, and coordinate the policies, activities, and training with the Recruiting Managers of 13 Recruiting Sub- Stations and two Officer Selection Stations, ensuring Recruiting Station New York recruited and shipped an estimate of 3,000 recruits and officer candidates annually. Achievements include the Recruiting Superior Achievement Award for three consecutive years, making the recruiting mission every month by specific category and component, awarded the Meritorious Service Medal for superior performance serving as the senior principal advisor. Show less


13th Marine Expeditionary Unit
• United States
• Armed Forces
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Human Resources Manager

  • Nov 2013 - Jul 2014

1st Battalion, 4th Marines
• Armed Forces
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Human Resources Manager

  • Jul 2012 - Nov 2013


Combat Logistics Battalion 13

• Armed Forces
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Human Resources Manager

  • Oct 2011 - Jul 2012

  Camp Pendleton South, California, United States



Marine Corps University

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Lead Instructor

  • Jan 2008 - Nov 2008

  Okinawa, Japan Assess training needs through surveys, interviews with employees from multiple organizations, focus groups, or consultation with managers, instructors, or customer representatives. Design, plan, organize, or direct orientation and training programs for employees or customers. Offer specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills. Present information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats, such as role playing, simulations, team… Show more Assess training needs through surveys, interviews with employees from multiple organizations, focus groups, or consultation with managers, instructors, or customer representatives. Design, plan, organize, or direct orientation and training programs for employees or customers. Offer specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills. Present information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats, such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, or lectures. Obtain, organize, or develop training procedure manuals, guides, or course materials, such as handouts or visual materials. Show less



United States Marine Corps

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Instructional Facilitator

  • Jun 2006 - Dec 2007

  Okinawa, Japan

• Manager of Operations

  • Feb 2003 - Jun 2006

  Ordnance Maintenance Company - Okinawa Japan



Marine Corps Recruiting

• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Professional Recruiter

  • Jan 2000 - Feb 2003

  Buffalo, New York, United States

• Trainee

  • Jan 1995 - Sep 2000

  Parris Island, SC and Aberdeen MD

• Assistant Operations Manager

  • Sep 1995 - Jan 2000

  General Support Maintenance Company - Camp Pendleton, California