Human Resources Manager

DESIREE WADE

Douglasville, GA 270-***-**** ************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Senior Human Resources Manager, Operations Leader, and Military Veteran with a Top Secret / SCI (Active, SSBI, Full Scope Polygraph) Clearance and 22+ years of leadership experience in the United States Navy, planning and managing administrative, recruiting, and operational support functions across domestic and international assignments. Oversaw multi-functional teams supporting strategic objectives and daily mission execution for organizations of 100+ personnel, ensuring compliance with policy while enhancing organizational effectiveness. Skilled in personnel management, administrative operations, defense travel system (DTS) management, program implementation, and training development, with a proven record of improving operational efficiency and service delivery. Recognized for exceptional communication, cross-functional leadership, and mentorship capabilities in high-tempo environments. Career supported by a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Top Secret / SCI (Active, SSBI, Full Scope Polygraph) Clearance, and a record of honors and commendations for outstanding professionalism.

Administrative Management

Executive Support

Talent Acquisitions

Human Resources Management

Personnel Records Management

Training and Development

Program Process Improvement

Operations Management

Policy Compliance Enforcement

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

United States Navy Various Locations 2001 – Present

Senior Human Resources Manager 2022 – Present Full Time

Managed daily HR and administrative operations for a command supporting 19 subordinate units and 5,500+ personnel, 40 hours per week.

Directed operations for an intermediate superior in command, supervising 10 junior personnel while supporting 19 subordinate organizations and 5,500+ military and civilian personnel across daily HR and administrative requirements.

Oversaw daily workflow prioritization and process refinement to enhance administrative effectiveness, streamline document processing, and support senior leaders in high-tempo operational environments.

Implemented policies for personnel accountability, travel management, and records maintenance to ensure compliance with DoD and Navy directives, minimizing administrative errors and improving operational readiness.

Facilitated executive correspondence and briefings, coordinating with senior staff to align communications, enhance stakeholder engagement, and support organizational initiatives.

Mentored and trained junior personnel, fostering professional development and team cohesion while maintaining mission-focused administrative excellence.

Talent Acquisition Supervisor 2019 – 2022 Full Time

Managed and mentored a recruiting team, coordinated outreach efforts, and executed community engagement to attract and process qualified Navy candidates, 40 plus hours a week.

Managed a recruiting team of 4 personnel while building strategic community partnerships to enhance candidate pipelines and consistently meet organizational enlistment objectives.

Supervised recruitment operations and coordinated community outreach activities to elevate organizational awareness and increase candidate engagement across the district, driving mission success.

Provided targeted mentorship and structured training to recruiters on effective candidate engagement and classification techniques, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality talent aligned with organizational needs.

Directed daily recruitment activities while fostering collaborative community relationships, enhancing visibility, and maintaining alignment with enlistment goals to meet district objectives.

Delivered comprehensive guidance on recruitment strategies and performance improvement plans to recruiters, enabling professional development while maintaining candidate quality and mission alignment.

Administrative Services Manager 2017 – 2019 Full Time

Oversaw all administrative functions supporting Navy operations abroad, 40 hours a week.

Directed all administrative functions for a diverse team of personnel and supervisors, strategically managing workflows and documentation to ensure mission operations were supported with precision and accountability.

Oversaw administrative processes and personnel management for 87 staff and 4 deployable units, enhancing

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Administrative Services Manager (Cont’d)

organizational efficiency by ensuring documentation accuracy and alignment with operational requirements.

Managed the preparation and maintenance of reports, records, and personnel files, ensuring strict compliance with organizational policies while supporting mission-critical activities and workforce readiness.

Supervised administrative workflow optimization initiatives, proactively identifying process improvements to strengthen compliance and operational support across a multifaceted team environment.

Delivered comprehensive oversight of personnel documentation and administrative recordkeeping, reinforcing accountability while enabling seamless mission support for deployable and in-garrison teams.

Executive Assistant 2014 – 2017 Full Time

Supported high-level executive operations within a NATO environment, 40 hours a week.

Provided executive-level administrative support to the senior leader, facilitating seamless mission execution across a combined staff representing 83 allied nations while maintaining alignment with strategic objectives.

Managed daily administrative operations, complex calendar scheduling, and high-level correspondence to support strategic initiatives and strengthen multinational cooperation across diverse teams.

Streamlined workflows and optimized communication channels to enhance mission-critical decision-making and operational readiness for senior leadership within a multinational environment.

Coordinated administrative priorities and managed executive-level schedules to align with organizational objectives, ensuring timely execution of tasks supporting mission-focused initiatives.

Delivered comprehensive administrative support for high-level correspondence and operational planning, enhancing the effectiveness of mission execution within a collaborative multinational structure.

EDUCATION CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration Trident University International 2018

Associate of Science (A.S.) in Business Administration Coastline Community College 2013

Advanced Senior Military Leadership Training Certification

Senior Professional Development Training

Basic Life Support Certification

Records Management Training

Talent Acquisition, HRCI

Learning and Development, HRCI

Compensation and Benefits, HRCI

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Processes: Personnel Management Systems, Administrative Workflows, Records Management, DoD Protocol

Systems: Defense Travel System (DTS), Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS)

Software: Microsoft Office Suite 365, Google Docs, SharePoint, Teams, Zoom, Adobe Suite

Tools: Electronic Filing Systems, Scheduling Software

Networking: Virtual Collaboration Platforms

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