Human Resources Manager

Rustin Prentice

Bordentown, NJ *****

***********@*****.*** 609-***-****

Human Resources Professional

~ Summary of Qualifications ~

Extensive experience performing a full range of human resources functions in compliance with employment laws, Equal Employment Opportunity programs, and internal policies.

Lead recruitment efforts, including interviewing and hiring candidates, onboarding new hires, and ensuring completion of necessary trainings and certifications to meet job requirements.

Manage employee personnel files, as well as department financial records, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies while protecting confidential information.

Oversee retention and career path development, provide career counseling, evaluate employee performance, and initiate personnel actions related to awards, promotions, and discipline.

Proficient in Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, as well as numerous proprietary systems, applications, and databases for reporting and tracking information.

Professional Experience

Department of the Army Fort Dix, NJ

Administrative Supervisor, 2/2008 to Present

Oversee day-to-day operations and supervise 23-member team, ensuring operational efficiency and alignment with goals. Coordinate assignments and related training; approve time off and telework requests. Evaluate performance to meet position requirements and expectations; handle disciplinary matters, awards program, and conflict resolution. Interview and recommend new hires, promotions, and transitions; support affirmative action and equal opportunity programs. Manage general office functions, including records management / retention, equipment maintenance, and facility coordination. Advise and consult on policy matters related to personnel administration and logistics for multiple programs. Review, interpret, disseminate, and implement policies and procedures, including directives from higher managers. Administer purchase card and travel card program in compliance with requirements and payment deadlines.

Key Contributions:

Performed a full-range of human resources functions, including defining roles and responsibilities, developing training plans, monitoring performance, providing feedback, and offering mentoring / coaching.

Contribute to employee engagement and productivity by actively rewarding and recognizing excellence.

Monitor on-going and emerging programs, projects, and activities; provide regular updates to management and stakeholders.

Drive continuous improvement efforts by evaluating existing processes, noting deficiencies, and spearheading new procedures or policies.

Work closely with manager to meet program objectives; conduct research, provided informed analysis, and serve as liaison with senior leadership, committees, and other internal & external organizations.

Instrumental in leading proactive approach to recruiting to increase staffing levels to fully meet requirements with hiring of top candidates, including coordinating with recruiters across four states.

Consistently received positive feedback for quality reporting, on-time performance evaluations, and flawless coordination of VIP / senior manager visits.

United States Army Reserve Newport, RI

Human Resources Manager, 4/2007 to 12/2016

Manage human resources operations in a fast-paced environment, including strength reporting, evaluations, awards, pay processing / inquiries, transfers, and separations. Supervise and review personnel actions to ensure compliance with regulations. Develop performance standards and coordinate training efforts for 12-member staff comprised of senior managers, managers, and junior personnel. Provide career and performance counseling with an emphasis on retention; recommend disciplinary actions as necessary. Draft correspondence; supervise team members on same. SME for all aspects of personnel administration, including conducting research on complex issues and providing advice and guidance on policy interpretation.

Key Contributions:

Completed deployment to Afghanistan providing HR and administrative support to 278 individuals across multiple geographically dispersed teams.

Prepared and monitored requests for promotions, transfers, discharges, and temporary leave; generated and reconciled reports; and processed award recommendations.

Coordinated special compensation payments; addressed payroll inquiries and resolved issues.

Prior roles includes HR Specialist, Retention Supervisor, Team Supervisor, and other positions between ’88 and ’07.

Department of the Army Fort Dix, NJ

Administrative Support, 8/2005 to 2/2008

Led planning and prioritization; delegated and reviewed work performed by team. Reviewed information from higher managers and on next steps for implementation. Communicated with senior managers to clarify administrative matters and discuss potential issues or programs. Compiled data and produced regular and ad-hoc reports. Prepared retirement documents; coordinated personnel, payroll, and automated systems activities; and coordinated separations, awards, training, and other pay and personnel matters. Oversaw government travel card program.

Key Contributions:

Maintained finance records and automated personnel and finance systems; reviewed and updated reports, resolved discrepancies, and adhered to internal controls to minimize errors.

Key point of contact for recruitment and retention, including interviewing, counseling, and explaining benefits; monitored alignment with staffing targets and worked with local recruiting staff.

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Additional experience as Security Supervisor with Moyer Packing Company and Patrolman with Weatherford Police Department

Education

Accounting Studies Champlain College, Burlington, VT

Professional Development Highlights:

Human Resources Supervision & Leadership Finance / Purchasing

Office Administration Microsoft Office

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