Air Force Human Resources

VENITTA BROWN

Email: ************@*****.*** Phone: 571-***-****

SUMMARY

Human Resources professional with over 14 years of implementing a wide range of recruitment strategies within the private, military and government sectors in hiring qualified and diverse applicants. An analytical thinker skilled at oral and written communications, candidate screening, compensation/benefits training, and specialized in sensitive data protocols; established reputation for being an approachable professional who demonstrates discretion and diplomacy.

Veteran Status: Protected Veteran

CAREER EXPERIENCE

Human Resources Specialist

Clearance Level: Public Trust

December 2015 – Present

40 Hours/Week

Leidos, Agency: Transportation Security Administration (TSA), 2650 Park Tower Drive Vienna, VA

Apply state and federal withholding laws for payroll deductions in the processing of garnishment, child support, union dues and military leave

Utilize automated human resources systems to process employee benefits and train others on the usage of current systems

Collaborate with TSA Human Resources field representatives at airports nationwide to plan recruitment goals, post USAJobs position descriptions, provide guidance and counsel

Perform quality assurance check on 110,000 Electronic Official Personnel TSA retention files

Provide advisory services to candidates weekly on federal health benefits, recruitment and new hire process status

Human Resources Analyst

Clearance Level: Public Trust

January 2014 – December 2015

40 Hours/Week

Lockheed Martin, Agency: Transportation Security Administration, 2650 Park Tower Drive Vienna, VA

Processed new TSA applicant’s I-9 forms to ensure employment eligibility and verification onboarding is in compliance with the Office of Personnel Management hiring guidelines

Conducted TSA new hire orientation and onboarding classes bi-weekly (30 participants per class)

Collaborated with TSA Human Resources field representatives at airports nationwide to plan recruitment goals, post USAJobs position descriptions, provide HR guidance and counsel

Compiled and submitted Workforce Planning data matrix weekly reports for performance for Lockheed Martin’s Program Managers

Collaborated with the Office of Human Capital on logistics, deliverables, workforce strategic planning and communication needs for internal and external customers

Human Resources Analyst

Clearance Level: Top Secret

March 2012 – January 2014

45 Hours/Week

Organizational Strategies, Inc., Agency: Department of Homeland Security (DHS), 4601 Arlington Blvd, Arlington, VA

Managed staffing administration for 18 federal agencies and intergovernmental programs for DHS

Conducted universities recruitment career fairs with the Presidential Management Fellowship Program for graduates pursuing employment with the United States federal government annually

Conducted monthly audits of Web-based Time and Attendance to ensure compliance with timecard recording procedures for federal associates and submitting reports to the payroll team

Administered the onboarding and out-processing for Homeland Security’s Federal and contracted associates

Verified background check and vetting process for potential candidates clearance with the Joint Personnel Adjudication System

Command Support Staff Technician

Clearance Level: Secret

May 2001 – May 2014

20 Hours/Month

United States Air Force Reserves, 3976 Kings Grave Road, Vienna, OH

Analyzed and performed document audits to verify the status of installation level personnel records

Managed the monthly payroll processing of the Unit Training Assembly Participation System (UTAPS)

Identified, analyzed and evaluated procedure improvements regarding the UTAPS application to expedited payroll files

Audited the counseling of Officers and Airmen regarding appropriate disciplinary and corrective actions to ensure compliance with United States Air Force regulations

Updated the Military Personnel Data System monthly to ensure the central data repository located at Randolph Air Force Base is maintained with accurate and current data

Gift Card Processor

September 2011 – March 2012

40 Hours/Week

Oberthur Technologies, 4250 Pleasant Valley Road, Chantilly, VA

Managed the reorder process for card retail and national charge company plastics, inserts, and activation labels

Secured and logged internal account for Prepaid Card plastics, monitored and analyzed card distribution

Assisted with periodic gift card audit to ensure compliance with customer contractual requirements

Superintendent, Program Integration Division

Clearance Level: Secret

January 2010 – August 2011

45 Hours/Week

United States Air Force, Pentagon 1400 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC

Provided recommendations for minimizing cost and maximizing staffing programs mandated to fill primary positions

Conducted periodic audits and comprehensive analysis of personnel records to ensure compliance with military regulations

Project Manager for transitioning from paper records to electronic files and maintaining control of suspense files

Oversaw policies and implementation of methodology necessary to accurately measure and report military personnel development as well as mission readiness for Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines and the Navy

Communicated orally and in writing and maintained a positive working relationship with executive leadership

Subject Matter Expert on policy interpretations on complex human resources processes and procedures for senior leadership

2010 Senior Noncommissioned Officer of the Year by the Air Force Association Washington, D.C. Chapter for outstanding leadership and management

Chief, Career Development

Clearance Level: Secret

April 2009 – December 2009

45 Hours/Week

United States Air Force, Pentagon 1400 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC

Managed the “Benefits and Compensation Team” which provided benefits assistance to the Nation’s Capital Region in Southern Maryland, Washington D.C., Northern Virginia and Pentagon for Air Force personnel

Coordinated and managed the data for Active Duty Service Commitments within Air Force records of airmen still under contract and are requesting early retirement or separation

Reviewed congressional rules, regulations and judicial actions pertaining to Air Force labor relations protocols

Managed the Air Force “Permanent Change of Station” orders in Southern Maryland, Washington D.C., Northern Virginia and Pentagon for newly assigned personnel

Provided consultative services for human resource functions in recruitment, position management, and best methods related to staffing

Applied innovative skills for human resources principles, concepts and practices for military personnel programs

Assistant Human Resources and Operations Manager

Clearance Level: NA

October 2001 – March 2009

50 Hours/Week

Marshalls, 7335 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH

Lowered employee attrition rate by 20% at the Mentor, Beachwood, North Randall locations

Improved recruitment strategy processes for store managers and improving annual payroll budget to $220,000

Lead trainer for the Cleveland metropolitan area on corporate recruitment, diversity and inclusion programs

Oversight of planning, directing and timely execution of administrative and management programs

Enforced corporate Human Resources policies by providing advice and guidance to Cleveland area store managers on appropriate disciplinary or corrective actions

Identified and proposed solutions to complex human resources problems and issues

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science: Sales and Marketing, Rio Grande University, Rio Grande, OH

Six Sigma White Belt Certificate of Achievement, Aveta Business Institute

Strategic Workforce Planner Certification, Human Capital Institute

Planning Programming and Budgeting Execution Program, United State Air Force

HUMAN RESOURCES SOFTWARE PROFICIENCIES:

Air Force Reserve Order Writing System • Military Personnel Data System • Deltek • Joint Personnel Adjudication System • Case Management System • eTimecard • USA Staffing System • Electronic Management Tracking System • Web-based Time and Attendance • Unit Training Assembly Participation System • Military Personnel Data System

COMMENDATIONS AND AWARDS

Bronze Star Medal, Campaign: Persian Gulf/Desert Storm War

Southwest Asia Service Medal

Air Force Commendation Medal

2010 Senior Noncommissioned Officer Of The Year

REFERENCES

Wanda Cathcart – Federal Emergency Management Agency

Cell: 804-***-**** Email: ***************@*****.***

Mishta Brooks – Immigration and Citizenship for Department of Homeland Security

Cell: 816-***-**** Email: *******@*****.***

Chaunta Gladney – AvanteGarde

Cell: 202-***-**** Email: *********@*****.***

Contact this candidate