Gerardo Salazar Jr
Human Resources Assistant at United States Army Cadet Command- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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CompTIA A+ (220-1001) Cert Prep 1: The Basics
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CompTIA A+ (220-1001) Cert Prep 2: Microprocessing and RAM
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CompTIA A+ (220-1001) Cert Prep 3: Core Hardware
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Experience
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United States Army Cadet Command
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Armed Forces
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Assistant
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Aug 2023 - Present
• Prepare enrollment and contract documents for students enrolling in the basic and advanced courses to include requesting transcripts on new individuals interested in pursuing ROTC. • Contact and coordinate with location National Guard and Reserve recruiters in the referral and placement of Cadets into National Guard or Army Reserve units as part of the Simultaneous Membership Program. • Monitor Cadet life cycle performance and academic transcripts, transfer of credit, GPA, Tuition and… Show more • Prepare enrollment and contract documents for students enrolling in the basic and advanced courses to include requesting transcripts on new individuals interested in pursuing ROTC. • Contact and coordinate with location National Guard and Reserve recruiters in the referral and placement of Cadets into National Guard or Army Reserve units as part of the Simultaneous Membership Program. • Monitor Cadet life cycle performance and academic transcripts, transfer of credit, GPA, Tuition and Fees, academic major, class rolls and student contact information to ensure continued compliance with eligibility and commissioning requirements. • Prepare medical and personnel files for cadet attending Cadet Summer Training and Cadet Professional Development Training. Show less • Prepare enrollment and contract documents for students enrolling in the basic and advanced courses to include requesting transcripts on new individuals interested in pursuing ROTC. • Contact and coordinate with location National Guard and Reserve recruiters in the referral and placement of Cadets into National Guard or Army Reserve units as part of the Simultaneous Membership Program. • Monitor Cadet life cycle performance and academic transcripts, transfer of credit, GPA, Tuition and… Show more • Prepare enrollment and contract documents for students enrolling in the basic and advanced courses to include requesting transcripts on new individuals interested in pursuing ROTC. • Contact and coordinate with location National Guard and Reserve recruiters in the referral and placement of Cadets into National Guard or Army Reserve units as part of the Simultaneous Membership Program. • Monitor Cadet life cycle performance and academic transcripts, transfer of credit, GPA, Tuition and Fees, academic major, class rolls and student contact information to ensure continued compliance with eligibility and commissioning requirements. • Prepare medical and personnel files for cadet attending Cadet Summer Training and Cadet Professional Development Training. Show less
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US Army TRADOC
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United States
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Armed Forces
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500 - 600 Employee
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Operations Support Assistant
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Aug 2022 - Aug 2023
• Serve as Company level Operations Support Assistant. Prepare daily and monthly status reports and feeder information to be provided as input to the Battalion level. Assist in identifying issues and make recommendations to resolve issues. Ensures training schedules are fully utilized, shortfalls are identified, and rectified, logistical support has been arranged that may include transportation to and from barracks/dining facilities/training sites without scheduling conflicts, training… Show more • Serve as Company level Operations Support Assistant. Prepare daily and monthly status reports and feeder information to be provided as input to the Battalion level. Assist in identifying issues and make recommendations to resolve issues. Ensures training schedules are fully utilized, shortfalls are identified, and rectified, logistical support has been arranged that may include transportation to and from barracks/dining facilities/training sites without scheduling conflicts, training aids/equipment/supplies have been modified to meet fluctuations/changes in projected training schedules, etc. Consolidates reports, requests, and assesses requirements and shortfalls to support operations, facilities and training mission. Prepares daily and monthly status reports and feeder information for input to the Battalion Operations POC. • Ensures training requirements are tracked and training arrangements are made through proper support channels and ensuring fitness tests are completed. Manages training requirements and maintain proper documentation such as medical and dental records required to ship or discharge trainees. As the Digital Training Management System (DTMS) operator tracking Mission Essential Task List (METL) development, collective training tasks that support the METL, tracks individual and team training within a unit following current doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures outlined in ADP 7-0 along with the Army’s Training Network (ATN) tracking and scheduling training. Distributes and assist in the development of training calendars and schedules. Develop and maintain unit’s SOP on the use of DTMS within the organization and as the unit DTMS Managers serves as the primary instructors at unit level by providing information and training for Soldiers, Leaders, and Senior NCO’s. Show less • Serve as Company level Operations Support Assistant. Prepare daily and monthly status reports and feeder information to be provided as input to the Battalion level. Assist in identifying issues and make recommendations to resolve issues. Ensures training schedules are fully utilized, shortfalls are identified, and rectified, logistical support has been arranged that may include transportation to and from barracks/dining facilities/training sites without scheduling conflicts, training… Show more • Serve as Company level Operations Support Assistant. Prepare daily and monthly status reports and feeder information to be provided as input to the Battalion level. Assist in identifying issues and make recommendations to resolve issues. Ensures training schedules are fully utilized, shortfalls are identified, and rectified, logistical support has been arranged that may include transportation to and from barracks/dining facilities/training sites without scheduling conflicts, training aids/equipment/supplies have been modified to meet fluctuations/changes in projected training schedules, etc. Consolidates reports, requests, and assesses requirements and shortfalls to support operations, facilities and training mission. Prepares daily and monthly status reports and feeder information for input to the Battalion Operations POC. • Ensures training requirements are tracked and training arrangements are made through proper support channels and ensuring fitness tests are completed. Manages training requirements and maintain proper documentation such as medical and dental records required to ship or discharge trainees. As the Digital Training Management System (DTMS) operator tracking Mission Essential Task List (METL) development, collective training tasks that support the METL, tracks individual and team training within a unit following current doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures outlined in ADP 7-0 along with the Army’s Training Network (ATN) tracking and scheduling training. Distributes and assist in the development of training calendars and schedules. Develop and maintain unit’s SOP on the use of DTMS within the organization and as the unit DTMS Managers serves as the primary instructors at unit level by providing information and training for Soldiers, Leaders, and Senior NCO’s. Show less
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Defense Health Agency
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Human Resources Assistant
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Aug 2021 - Aug 2022
• Initiate and track requests for personnel actions (RPAs) including recruitments, reassignments, promotions, awards, performance evaluations, training requests and adverse actions. Track and report eligibility for length of service and other civilian incentive awards. Maintain supply of locally approved awards and assists with preparation of final documents. Keep civilian workforce apprised of civilian personnel suspense’s and deadlines. Maintain civilian rating schemes and hierarchies… Show more • Initiate and track requests for personnel actions (RPAs) including recruitments, reassignments, promotions, awards, performance evaluations, training requests and adverse actions. Track and report eligibility for length of service and other civilian incentive awards. Maintain supply of locally approved awards and assists with preparation of final documents. Keep civilian workforce apprised of civilian personnel suspense’s and deadlines. Maintain civilian rating schemes and hierarchies. Prepare/maintain required forms, records and files pertaining to assigned work. Provide general guidance/assistance completing civilian personnel documents and online tools. Maintain copy of current bargaining unit agreements and ensures leadership is aware of required labor obligations. Uses online HR systems and tools to obtain needed information. Initiate/track civilian hire requests for new positions. Respond to local and higher headquarters data calls. • Monitor, track and process military personnel actions, awards and performance evaluations. Assists with ID card acquisition, personnel manning, promotion packages, orders, transportation arrangements, transitions/separations, and casualty operations. Retrieve data from various information sources to answer questions, respond to correspondence, or prepare reports or briefings. Verify applicable directives are followed and ensures tasks are correctly completed. • Monitor functional automation systems and generates reports in assigned functional areas to ensure data quality. Retains copy of the Table of Distributed Allowances (TDA) and ensures current version is used when affecting personnel and/or manpower transactions. Responds to DENTAC TDA inquires. Take appropriate action to correct identified errors or deficiencies. Show less • Initiate and track requests for personnel actions (RPAs) including recruitments, reassignments, promotions, awards, performance evaluations, training requests and adverse actions. Track and report eligibility for length of service and other civilian incentive awards. Maintain supply of locally approved awards and assists with preparation of final documents. Keep civilian workforce apprised of civilian personnel suspense’s and deadlines. Maintain civilian rating schemes and hierarchies… Show more • Initiate and track requests for personnel actions (RPAs) including recruitments, reassignments, promotions, awards, performance evaluations, training requests and adverse actions. Track and report eligibility for length of service and other civilian incentive awards. Maintain supply of locally approved awards and assists with preparation of final documents. Keep civilian workforce apprised of civilian personnel suspense’s and deadlines. Maintain civilian rating schemes and hierarchies. Prepare/maintain required forms, records and files pertaining to assigned work. Provide general guidance/assistance completing civilian personnel documents and online tools. Maintain copy of current bargaining unit agreements and ensures leadership is aware of required labor obligations. Uses online HR systems and tools to obtain needed information. Initiate/track civilian hire requests for new positions. Respond to local and higher headquarters data calls. • Monitor, track and process military personnel actions, awards and performance evaluations. Assists with ID card acquisition, personnel manning, promotion packages, orders, transportation arrangements, transitions/separations, and casualty operations. Retrieve data from various information sources to answer questions, respond to correspondence, or prepare reports or briefings. Verify applicable directives are followed and ensures tasks are correctly completed. • Monitor functional automation systems and generates reports in assigned functional areas to ensure data quality. Retains copy of the Table of Distributed Allowances (TDA) and ensures current version is used when affecting personnel and/or manpower transactions. Responds to DENTAC TDA inquires. Take appropriate action to correct identified errors or deficiencies. Show less
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The GEO Group, Inc.
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United States
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Security and Investigations
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700 & Above Employee
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HR Manager
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Feb 2021 - May 2021
• Served as the Human Resources Manager for a Correctional and Rehabilitative Facility that houses 2,682 inmates and 482 Employees. Solely responsible for advising the Facility Administrator on Human Resources actions, employee relations, and equal opportunity employment. I assist, coach, and provide guidance on progressive discipline to all employees in a Supervisory position to maximize and quantify efforts that result in both recognition and punishments. • Responsible for employee… Show more • Served as the Human Resources Manager for a Correctional and Rehabilitative Facility that houses 2,682 inmates and 482 Employees. Solely responsible for advising the Facility Administrator on Human Resources actions, employee relations, and equal opportunity employment. I assist, coach, and provide guidance on progressive discipline to all employees in a Supervisory position to maximize and quantify efforts that result in both recognition and punishments. • Responsible for employee onboarding to include data entry into the HR Information system and new employee orientation. Ensures that data entered is accurate and employees have a thorough understanding of Company policies and procedures, to include the information included in the employee handbook. I was responsible for maintaining records of insurance coverage, retirement plans, and personnel transactions such as hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, terminations, and other related personnel and payroll issues. I managed and reviewed facility personnel procedures to ensure that they are applicable, effective, and comply with contract requirements, local, state, and federal law, and Company policies, procedures. I facilitated efforts to resolve employee personnel inquiries and submits necessary inputs, changes, additions, and deletions into the HR Information System for correction. Refers unusual or unresolved problems to Regional HR for further action. • I supervised and managed local recruiting and outreach efforts in coordination with the centralized recruiting team to meet or exceed monthly and annual recruiting targets in the most efficient and effective manner possible. Ensures a positive candidate and hiring manager experience. Prepares and maintains personnel records and ensures compliance to procedures for controlling personnel transactions and reporting personnel data. Administers and tracks employee developmental training. Show less • Served as the Human Resources Manager for a Correctional and Rehabilitative Facility that houses 2,682 inmates and 482 Employees. Solely responsible for advising the Facility Administrator on Human Resources actions, employee relations, and equal opportunity employment. I assist, coach, and provide guidance on progressive discipline to all employees in a Supervisory position to maximize and quantify efforts that result in both recognition and punishments. • Responsible for employee… Show more • Served as the Human Resources Manager for a Correctional and Rehabilitative Facility that houses 2,682 inmates and 482 Employees. Solely responsible for advising the Facility Administrator on Human Resources actions, employee relations, and equal opportunity employment. I assist, coach, and provide guidance on progressive discipline to all employees in a Supervisory position to maximize and quantify efforts that result in both recognition and punishments. • Responsible for employee onboarding to include data entry into the HR Information system and new employee orientation. Ensures that data entered is accurate and employees have a thorough understanding of Company policies and procedures, to include the information included in the employee handbook. I was responsible for maintaining records of insurance coverage, retirement plans, and personnel transactions such as hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, terminations, and other related personnel and payroll issues. I managed and reviewed facility personnel procedures to ensure that they are applicable, effective, and comply with contract requirements, local, state, and federal law, and Company policies, procedures. I facilitated efforts to resolve employee personnel inquiries and submits necessary inputs, changes, additions, and deletions into the HR Information System for correction. Refers unusual or unresolved problems to Regional HR for further action. • I supervised and managed local recruiting and outreach efforts in coordination with the centralized recruiting team to meet or exceed monthly and annual recruiting targets in the most efficient and effective manner possible. Ensures a positive candidate and hiring manager experience. Prepares and maintains personnel records and ensures compliance to procedures for controlling personnel transactions and reporting personnel data. Administers and tracks employee developmental training. Show less
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US Army
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Human Resources Manager
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Jan 2019 - Jan 2021
• Served as Senior Human Resources Supervisor solely responsible for the supervision of onboarding and departure of all assigned employees, employee benefits and updates, employee accountability, paid time off and leave management, and enforcing the organizations standing operating procedures using published doctrine. • Used Microsoft Office Suite and Department of Defense Automated Systems to track, manage, and analyze data for the improvement of operations and the depiction of trends to… Show more • Served as Senior Human Resources Supervisor solely responsible for the supervision of onboarding and departure of all assigned employees, employee benefits and updates, employee accountability, paid time off and leave management, and enforcing the organizations standing operating procedures using published doctrine. • Used Microsoft Office Suite and Department of Defense Automated Systems to track, manage, and analyze data for the improvement of operations and the depiction of trends to identify short falls and sustain proven methods for organizational success. Created a Microsoft Access Database to track and analyze Human Resources related activity to identify periods of increased productivity. • Managed and trained 8 subordinates in all Human Resources actions reducing single points of failure. Implemented the use of cross training to provide effective Human Resource support during lack of personnel availability. Emphasized the requirement to identify implied tasks and willingness to take initiative in the absence of supervision.
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Military Science Instructor / Human Resources Assistant
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Nov 2015 - Dec 2018
• Served as a Military Science Instructor responsible for teaching 120 total Cadets preparing for a Commission as Lieutenants in the United States Army. Trained Cadets using Military Doctrine and University Curriculum in General Military Knowledge, Critical Thinking, Military Leadership and Values, Operational Orders and Planning, Risk Management, and tactical maneuvers. Trained 30,000 Cadets during Cadet Summer Training that is used to culminate and implement classroom instruction. • Served… Show more • Served as a Military Science Instructor responsible for teaching 120 total Cadets preparing for a Commission as Lieutenants in the United States Army. Trained Cadets using Military Doctrine and University Curriculum in General Military Knowledge, Critical Thinking, Military Leadership and Values, Operational Orders and Planning, Risk Management, and tactical maneuvers. Trained 30,000 Cadets during Cadet Summer Training that is used to culminate and implement classroom instruction. • Served as the Human Resources Assistant responsible for the processing of Cadet Scholarships, enrollments, and evaluating Cadet course schedules to verify all curriculum requirements imposed by Department of Defense and the United States Army. • Served as the Organizations Defense Pay Travel coordinator responsible for 2 Million Dollars of forecasted travel expenses. Served as the Information Security Officer responsible for the initiation and maintenance of all security clearances for all assigned personnel.
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Operations Planner
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Oct 2014 - Oct 2015
• Served as an Operations Planner for NATO during two multinational training exercises responsible for the planning of logistic requirements from personnel numbers to required equipment. Volunteered to serve as the organization’s information management officer during personnel shortfalls responsible for creating and maintaining computer network accounts. • Served as the organization’s Defense Pay Travel coordinator responsible for the travel coordination and auditing of travel expenses.
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Senior Human Resources Manager
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Jul 2011 - Oct 2014
• Served as Senior Human Resources Supervisor solely responsible for the supervision of onboarding and departure of all assigned employees, employee benefits and updates, employee accountability, paid time off and leave management, and enforcing the organizations standing operating procedures using published doctrine. • Served as the Sexual Harassment and Assault Prevention Coordinator responsible for advising the Commander on rules and regulations and training all assigned personnel on… Show more • Served as Senior Human Resources Supervisor solely responsible for the supervision of onboarding and departure of all assigned employees, employee benefits and updates, employee accountability, paid time off and leave management, and enforcing the organizations standing operating procedures using published doctrine. • Served as the Sexual Harassment and Assault Prevention Coordinator responsible for advising the Commander on rules and regulations and training all assigned personnel on prevention measures to reduce the probability of future incidents. • Served as Project Manager for trainee Holiday Leave operations consisting of 45,000 personnel. Used Department of Defense manifesting software to track personnel movements and create instant manifests in PDF format replacing manual MS Excel sheets. The use of software reduced operations by 4 days and saved the Department of Defense 98,000 dollars in travel expenses for support personnel.
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Human Resources Team Lead
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Jun 2008 - Jun 2011
•Served as a Human Resources Team Leader responsible for the reintegration of Deployed personnel in support of Iraqi an Enduring Freedom. Coordinated and planned mandatory training, medical screenings, and briefings required for all personnel returning from a Combat Zone. • Served as a Human Resources Supervisor while deployed to Camp Arfijan, Kuwait. Responsible for the processing of 7,200 personnel actions ranging from finance, personnel awards, performance evaluations, and congressional… Show more •Served as a Human Resources Team Leader responsible for the reintegration of Deployed personnel in support of Iraqi an Enduring Freedom. Coordinated and planned mandatory training, medical screenings, and briefings required for all personnel returning from a Combat Zone. • Served as a Human Resources Supervisor while deployed to Camp Arfijan, Kuwait. Responsible for the processing of 7,200 personnel actions ranging from finance, personnel awards, performance evaluations, and congressional inquiries. Created a Microsoft SharePoint database used to track and manage all personnel actions.
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Talent Acquisition Recruiter
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Jun 2006 - Jun 2008
• Served as a Military Recruiter for the United States Army responsible for analyzing and managing the market share of 5 Zip Codes within a 230,507 population. Responsible for establishing rapport with 5 High Schools, 2 Vocational Institutes, and 1 Community College to meet Department of Defense recruiting goals. • Conducted over 200 High School presentations, 10 Career Fair appearances, and served as the Recruiting Stations liaison for Spanish speaking population. • Conducted 150 daily… Show more • Served as a Military Recruiter for the United States Army responsible for analyzing and managing the market share of 5 Zip Codes within a 230,507 population. Responsible for establishing rapport with 5 High Schools, 2 Vocational Institutes, and 1 Community College to meet Department of Defense recruiting goals. • Conducted over 200 High School presentations, 10 Career Fair appearances, and served as the Recruiting Stations liaison for Spanish speaking population. • Conducted 150 daily phone calls, 3 hours of face to face prospecting, and numerous email correspondence that resulted in the recruitment of 29 qualified personnel into the United States Army during a 2 year period.
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Human Resources Assistant
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Apr 2005 - Jun 2006
• Served as Human Resources Assistant responsible for the onboarding and departure of all assigned employees, employee benefits and updates, employee accountability, paid time off and leave management, and enforcing the organizations standing operating procedures using published doctrine. • Served as the Liaison for single Soldiers assigned to the organization. I was responsible for the coordination, planning, and execution of events to improve the welfare and morale of single Soldiers… Show more • Served as Human Resources Assistant responsible for the onboarding and departure of all assigned employees, employee benefits and updates, employee accountability, paid time off and leave management, and enforcing the organizations standing operating procedures using published doctrine. • Served as the Liaison for single Soldiers assigned to the organization. I was responsible for the coordination, planning, and execution of events to improve the welfare and morale of single Soldiers. • Served as the primary finance clerk responsible for the processing and quality control of incentive pay for all assigned personnel. Used complex spreadsheets to track and notify personnel of required training or tests needed to maintain special incentive pay.
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Mailroom Supervisor
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Mar 2003 - Apr 2005
• Served as a Mailroom Supervisor assigned to a Military Post Office overseas. Maintained the accountability of registered mail through detailed chain of custody, coordinated transportation requests to ensure the delivery of mail in a timely manner, and received incoming mail from customers using an Integrated Retail Terminal. • Responsible for conducting daily audits of generated revenue in excess of 34,000 dollars and transmitting the information digitally to the United States Postal… Show more • Served as a Mailroom Supervisor assigned to a Military Post Office overseas. Maintained the accountability of registered mail through detailed chain of custody, coordinated transportation requests to ensure the delivery of mail in a timely manner, and received incoming mail from customers using an Integrated Retail Terminal. • Responsible for conducting daily audits of generated revenue in excess of 34,000 dollars and transmitting the information digitally to the United States Postal Service servers.
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Administrative Assistant
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Nov 2000 - Mar 2003
• Served as an Administrative assistant responsible for filing personnel records, generating official correspondence, creating duty schedules, and primary driver for Senior Leadership. • Responsible for the onboarding and departure of all assigned employees, employee benefits and updates, employee accountability, paid time off and leave management, and enforcing the organizations standing operating procedures using published doctrine.
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Education
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2012 - 2024
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor’s Degree, Information Technology
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