RICHARD D. WOMER
Springfield, Missouri 65807
****.*****@*****.***
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS:
30+ years of human resource experience working with diverse
personnel/organizations
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Human Resource Administration
Proficient in Microsoft Office/Outlook
Qualified Typist/10-Key
Proficient in Missouri Department of Economic Development Database Toolbox
2.0
Government Secret Security Clearance through 02/2012 (continuous for 30+
years)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Workforce Development Specialist / Missouri Department of Economic
Development, under the temporary provision of the American Reinvestment and
Recovery Act / 02/2010 - 06/2010
Provided case-managed reemployment services for Unemployment Insurance (UI)
claimants.
Developed employment opportunities for UI claimants.
Entered job opportunities and work orders in the MissouriCareerSource.com
website.
Classified all job orders and applicants qualifications using Occupational
Network (O'NET) skill codes.
Pre-screened applicants meeting employer order specifications and made
appropriate referrals.
Assisted job seekers in automated job searches in the career centers
resource room.
Provided basic vocational and career counseling to applicants with issues
such as; job choice, job change, or job adjustment problems, resume writing
and interviewing techniques.
Assisted applicants in evaluating their vocational needs and formulate a
vocational plan.
Coordinated with partner agencies to provide comprehensive services to job
seekers and employers.
Performed Missouri Career Center front desk receptionist and customer
service duties.
Senior Human Resource Manager / United States Air Force / 09/2003 -
09/2009
Advised Chief Executive Officer on the morale, health, and welfare of over
1,500 employees.
Controlled fiscal assets exceeding $5.8 billion, and a $150 million annual
operating budget.
Ensured Equal Employment Opportunity policies were clearly articulated to
all employees.
Investigated unfair treatment, harassment, discrimination, and personal
dissatisfaction complaints from all employees through resolution.
Interacted with base legal office attorneys as needed.
Interpreted corporate and local policy directives and EEOC/FLSA governing
regulations.
Motivated and retained existing employees by anticipating a myriad of human
resource issues.
Communicated effectively ensuring employees were appreciated and
recognized, and all grievances or conflicts were handled
fairly/consistently based on Air Force policy directives and legal
requirements.
Directed recruitment, staffing, training, rewarding, and retaining for a
diverse workforce.
Maintained positive relations with chief operating officers, operations
managers, and supervisors on training, career progression, employee
relations, discipline, recognition programs, performance evaluations,
business related travel, and resource management.
Championed numerous key process improvement actions and facilitated vital
group interaction sessions to enable additional process improvement ideas.
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Human Resource Manager / United States Air Force / 09/1996 - 09/2003
Advised Chief Operations Officer on the morale, health, and welfare of over
709 employees.
Ensured Equal Employment Opportunity policies were clearly articulated to
all employees.
Investigated fairly and consistently all unfair treatment, harassment,
discrimination, and personal dissatisfaction complaints from all employees
through resolution.
Interacted with base legal office as needed.
Interpreted corporate and local policy directives and EEOC/FLSA governing
regulations.
Motivated and retained existing employees by anticipating a myriad of human
resource issues.
Communicated effectively ensuring employees were appreciated and
recognized, and all grievances or conflicts were handled
fairly/consistently based on Air Force policy directives and legal
requirements.
Remained vigilant for, and moved to resolve, personal family and quality-of-
life issues that, if left unchecked, could possibly adversely impact the
readiness of all employees and the mission.
Maintained positive relations with operations managers and supervisors on
training, career progression, employee relations, discipline, recognition
programs, performance evaluations, business related travel, and resource
management.
EDUCATION:
Saint Leo University - Saint Leo, Florida
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Human Resource Administration
Community College of the Air Force - Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama
Associate's in Applied Science Degree in Human Resource Administration
Associate's in Applied Science Degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology
RELATED TRAINING:
Supervisor and Leadership Training - 4 Semester Hours (Distinguished
Graduate)
Leadership and Management Training - 9 Semester Hours
Human Resource Management Training - 10 Semester Hours
Advanced Leadership and Management Training - 9 Semester Hours
Senior Leadership and Management Training - 8 Semester Hours
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certified
Equal Employment Opportunity Training
Resource Advisor Training
Central Registry Board Certified
Combat Lifesaver Course Certified