Alexis C. Holmes
Norfolk,VA
Summary
Goal-oriented Human Resources Specialist with 9 years of experience in dedicated service, blending military expertise with a strong academic foundation in Sociology. Proficient in managing complex personnel matters, from benefits and training to administrative support. Committed volunteer, exemplifying leadership and teamwork. Proven track record in optimizing HR processes, fostering an environment of equal opportunities and positive organizational culture.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Specialist
Army National Guard
03.2014 - 03.2023
- Fielded Soldier inquiries related to pay, benefits, administration, and employee assistance.
- Managed payroll processing and benefits to compensate Soldiers for service rendered.
- Responsible for initiating, tracking, and following up on personnel actions to ensure timely completion and regulatory compliance.
- Assisted in quality control for new systems implementation.
- Processed and updated awards, evaluations, promotions, training, reassignments and various personnel actions.
- Conducted in and out-processing of Soldiers returning and departing from deployments.
- Served as the liaison between personnel department, finance office, and subordinate directorates.
- Served as a Unit Prevention Leader responsible for administering urinalysis to the unit at least quarterly.
- Served as an Equal Opportunity Leader to assist in combating workplace discrimination by assisting in developing training, advising leadership, and being a liaison for Soldiers to address complaints.
- Responsible for logistics when alerted of a State of Emergency mission pertaining to lodging, food, pay, awards, and coordination of Soldier duties.
Education
Certificate - Addiction, Prevention, And Treatment
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Old Dominion University
Norfolk05.2023
Skills
- Cultural Competence
- Organization
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Workplace Diversity Cultivation
- Policy Implementation
- Project Planning
- Payroll and Benefits Administration
- Time Management
Voluntary Service
March 2019- Women's Centre of Jamaica Foundation
- Supported adolescent mothers by providing helpful tools and information relating to positive self-talk, self-esteem building, and stress coping techniques.
September 2019- Adjutant General's Corps Regimental Association (AGCRA)
- Served as the Community Service Chairperson and primary coordinator of two events: feeding the homeless in the city of Richmond and Christmas toy drive for local foster homes.
February 2022- Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina Community Service
- Participated in weekly projects pertaining to providing food, clothing, and support to impoverished families in Sarajevo.
- Coordinated clothing drive between a US church and Bosnian domestic violence shelter.
- Worked directly with school social worker to provide a positive environment for students in after school program.
Awards
- Achievement Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
- Global War On Terrorism Service Medal
- Non Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon
- Overseas Service Ribbon
- Armed Forces Reserve Medal- 2nd Award
Timeline
Human Resources Specialist
Army National Guard
03.2014 - 03.2023
Certificate - Addiction, Prevention, And Treatment
Old Dominion University
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Old Dominion University