Human Resource Manager

Khadijah Peterson ********.*.********@*****.*** • 707-***-****

LinkedIn • LAS VEGAS, NV, US

Accomplished and resourceful Human Resource Manager with 7 years of experience directing HR programs and initiatives in alignment with overall business objectives to increase employee productivity and efficiency. Areas of Expertise

• HR Strategies & Management

• Resource Management

• Performance Management

• Strategic Planning & Execution

• Project Governance & Control

• Regulatory Compliance

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Policy Design & Execution

• Benefits & Rewards Management

• Microsoft Office

• Team Leadership & Development

• Recruitment & Onboarding

• Staff Training & Development

• Conflict & Issue Resolution

• Fountain & UKG ETS

Career Experience

LeafFilter, Las Vegas, NV

Corporate Marketing Recruiter (Intern) 1 Jan 23 – 28 Apr 23

• Prepares vacancy announcements based on Position Descriptions (PD) and Subject Matter Expert (SME) analysis of the position, qualifies/disqualifies applicants, and maintains all documentation for the job announcement.

• Ensures compliance with all required local, state, and federal employment and labor law.

• Collaborates with hiring managers to consult on hiring plans, define job requirements, develop candidate generation strategies, and screen candidates through the full life-cycle recruiting process.

• Led recruiting for 31 open requisitions across three states, consistently exceeding Key Performance Indicator (KPI) metrics and goals.

• Screened 300 phone interviews weekly, evaluating candidates’ strengths and skills to source and recruit a high-quality and diverse workforce.

• Coached candidates to build effective resumes, cover letters and perform well in interviews. United States Air Force, Nellis AFB, NV 2019 – 2022 Director – Aviation Resource Management

• Supervised all facets of key flight operations including aircrew certification forms, evaluation folders, examiner upgrades, aircrew exams, trends, and crew information files for seven units.

• Coordinated efficiently with Air Combat Command Standardization and Evaluation Branch for issues resolution.

• Led and executed full life-cycle activities associated with aviation resource management for 255+ individuals, including scheduling, standardization, evaluation, flying, jumping, and ground training.

• Authored reference guide. Blended 14 Air Force Manual requirements for eight diverse aircraft into single source document. Reduced errors and processing time of certification forms by 80%.

• Optimized effectiveness of flying hour program worth $500M+ and warfighting capabilities of six multinational organizations by organizing on-time execution of three simulated combat training exercises with 378 aircraft.

• Validated and revised 224+ training criteria and approved $590K+ in flight pay entitlements by analyzing and benchmarking physiological training, aircrew qualifications, and other programs linked to aircrew and parachutists.

• Increased office productivity by 35% through integration of 23 pre-flight verification procedures in electronic aircrew checklists revamping.

United States Air Force, Davis-Monthan AFB/Nellis AFB, AZ/NV 2015 – 2019 Human Resource Manager

• Served as Squadron Director principal advisor on preparation and application of Air Force policies and directives.

• Organized and delivered one-on-one counseling on diverse topics, including finances, personal concerns, career progression, assignments, and promotions.

• Oversaw all facets of three Aircraft Maintenance Units, Equal Opportunity violations, and internal investigation while offering key recommendations on corrective actions to ensure zero tolerance for 600 employees.

• Improved and promoted organizational culture, morale, and employee engagement and loyalty by conducting new employee orientation, training, and integration onboarding.

• Developed organization comment program to foster open communication for 1,800 personnel and resolved 15+ key conflicts/issues.

• Managed full spectrum of 38 mental health and substance abuse cases and coordinated specialized treatment for employees' recovery to ensure proper care.

• Evaluated employee misconduct issues by steering 300 performance appraisals and Reduction in Force (RIF) reviews to assist Director in initiating involuntary separations to meet budget constraints and strategic goals for Department of Defense. United States Air Force, Davis-Monthan AFB, AZ 2010 – 2015 Supervisor – Aviation Resource Management

• Led evaluation of 100 employees' job performance and training requirements throughout 34 distinct career categories to make sure company complies with Air Force on-the-job training directives and work centers filled with appropriate skill sets.

• Oversaw full lifecycle activities of five-person aviation resource management office and ensured on time combat-ready training for 160 personnel. Collaborated with medical aid team to provide exceptional medical support to staff members.

• Developed and executed alcohol and drug abuse prevention and treatment programs to aid personnel health recovery and duty return.

• Supported staff members to secure 95% first-time testing score by delivering extensive study reviews, 35 hours of coaching, and mentorship to 15 personnel.

Additional Experience

United States Air Force, Aviation Resource Management Journeyman, Travis AFB, CA Education & Credentials

Professional in Human Resources

Human Resource Certification Institute, 2022

Master of Science in Human Resource Management

Trident University International, 2022

GPA: 3.96

Bachelor of Arts in Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management Ashford University, 2018

GPA: 4.0

Professional Manager Certification

Community College of the Air Force, 2016

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