Allison Barker
Summary
Dedicated professional eager to create and implement successful strategies to improve organizational efficiency. Adept at utilizing data analysis to provide insights into HR initiatives. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and committed to pursuing best practices related to employee development and retention.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Personnel - Commander Support Staff (CSS) - HRM
USAF Reserves
Minneapolis, MN
11.2023 - Current
- Designed performance appraisal system that accurately assessed employee strengths and areas for improvement, fostering professional growth.
- Analyzed workforce trends and made data-driven recommendations to optimize staffing levels across the organization.
- Served as point of contact for employees regarding HR-related concerns, effectively addressing issues in a timely manner.
- Streamlined personnel operations for increased efficiency by automating processes and reducing paperwork.
- Facilitated open communication between staff members at all levels by creating an approachable HR presence within the organization.
- Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations through diligent monitoring of legal updates and prompt implementation of necessary changes.
Personnel - HRM
USAF Air National Guard
Aurora, CO
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Designed performance appraisal system that accurately assessed employee strengths and areas for improvement, fostering professional growth.
- Coordinated successful annual events such as holiday parties and team outings to foster camaraderie among colleagues.
- Developed and implemented effective onboarding programs, leading to reduced employee turnover and improved job satisfaction.
- Collaborated with management to develop policies and procedures that supported organizational goals while adhering to labor laws.
- Analyzed workforce trends and made data-driven recommendations to optimize staffing levels across the organization.
- Contributed meaningfully to departmental committees focused on improving admissions policies, promoting diversity initiatives, or enhancing program quality.
Personnel - Airmen & Family Readiness - HRM
USAF Air National Guard
Aurora, CO
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between internal teams and external partners.
- Coordinated multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism at all times, representing the organization with integrity in both internal and external interactions.
- Acted as the liaison between upper management and staff members, promoting positive working relationships built on trust.
- Supported organizational growth through active participation in networking events, conferences, and professional associations.
- Established effective communication channels between departments by organizing and facilitating cross-functional meetings.
Personnel -HRO-L- HRM
USAF Air National Guard
Aurora, CO
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Established strong relationships with external vendors providing services such as recruitment, training, and benefits administration.
- Coordinated successful annual events such as holiday parties and team outings to foster camaraderie among colleagues.
- Managed comprehensive benefits administration for all employees, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
- Assisted in conflict resolution efforts by mediating disputes between employees when needed, promoting a harmonious workplace atmosphere.
- Streamlined personnel operations for increased efficiency by automating processes and reducing paperwork.
Personnel Supervisor - CSS - HRM
USAF Air National Guard
Aurora, CO
10.2020 - 03.2022
- Fostered a positive work environment by cultivating strong relationships among team members and promoting open communication channels.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring smooth execution of tasks and timely completion of projects.
- Improved overall unit efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
- Recognized for exceptional leadership skills, receiving multiple commendations for outstanding performance as Non-Commissioned Officer in charge.
- Maintained strict compliance with regulations, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Ensured operational readiness by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance routines.
- Conducted data-driven decision-making processes that led to improved organizational performance.
Personnel Supervisor - IPR- HRm
USAF Air National Guard
Aurora, CO
10.2020 - 02.2022
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring smooth execution of tasks and timely completion of projects.
- Improved overall unit efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
- Maintained strict compliance with regulations, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Executed strategic planning initiatives that aligned with overall organizational goals.
- Utilized advanced management techniques in order to maximize efficiency while maintaining high levels of morale.
- Championed change initiatives by embracing innovation and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Collaborated effectively with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve common objectives within tight deadlines.
- Established key metrics to track progress towards objectives in order to improve overall accountability.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
- Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios.
Education
Century College
White Bear Lake, MN05.2024
High School Diploma -
Mehlville High School
St Louis, MO05.2002
No Degree - General Studies
St. Louis Community College - Meramac
St. Louis12.2002
Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy
St. Louis College of Health Careers
St Louis, MO12.2007
Hospitality Management - Culinary Arts - Dietary Management
Sowela Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA05.2010
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus
College Park12.2017
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Colorado Christian University
Lakewood, CO03.2023
Skills
- Organizational abilities
- Employee Relations
- Training development
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Training and mentoring
- Microsoft Office
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Human Resources Management Systems
- Data Analysis
- Performance Appraisal
Accomplishments
- Completed ~1K personnel transactions a year which include hiring, traveling, relocations, security, and performance management at the same time providing primary advisement to senior leadership on legal human resource administrative actions.
- Collecting, organizing, and submission of promotion packets to appropriate sections
- Wrote, created, and published active orders, statement of active service (DD214's)
- Provided administrative and technical support f/web-based programs per Air Force/DoD instructions, manuals and guides published
- Facilitated 50+ Suicide Prevention and Bystander Intervention courses for Air National Guard members
- Site Security Manager and Casualty Assistance Representative
- Processed 15+ administrative actions f/ separation under other than honorable conditions
- Successfully corrected 3K+ records with known erroneous data within in IS
- Established base line criteria for all supervisors, managers, program specialist, support staff and uniformed service members from sister branches f/ calculating past, present, and future evaluation dates, 5k+ records processed in backlog, successfully restoring OEES program management
- Ensured practices and procedures on safeguarding 1700+ Air National Guard members met all requirements issued for all uniformed members
- Identified and corrected 420+ discrepancies within milPDS and Case Management System (CMS)
- Wrote and published opportunities for open/unencumbered positions
References
Provided upon request
Timeline
Personnel - Commander Support Staff (CSS) - HRM
USAF Reserves
11.2023 - Current
Personnel - HRM
USAF Air National Guard
07.2023 - 11.2023
Personnel - Airmen & Family Readiness - HRM
USAF Air National Guard
10.2022 - 06.2023
Personnel -HRO-L- HRM
USAF Air National Guard
03.2022 - 09.2022
Personnel Supervisor - CSS - HRM
USAF Air National Guard
10.2020 - 03.2022
Personnel Supervisor - IPR- HRm
USAF Air National Guard
10.2020 - 02.2022
Century College
High School Diploma -
Mehlville High School
No Degree - General Studies
St. Louis Community College - Meramac
Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy
St. Louis College of Health Careers
Hospitality Management - Culinary Arts - Dietary Management
Sowela Technical Community College
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Colorado Christian University