Amanda Junkans

Senior HR Sergeant with the United States Army Special Operations Command and Special Operations Command Africa, responsible for support of SOF programs, integration and coordination of joint manpower to advance SOCOM operations.

Key Accomplishments:

• Identified training gaps and improved processes of personnel accountability, decreasing completion time in half.
• Lead a variety of planning efforts for a multi-national exercise involving over 20 partner nations. Liaised between different country site leads.
• Wrote and reviewed policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and enhancing operational effectiveness.
• Facilitated open communication channels between employees and management, promoting transparency within the organization.
• Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
• Proficient in managing travel arrangements through the Defense Travel System.

Responsible for the medical and administrative in-processing of approximately 30-40 recruits daily. Ensuring accurate processing of all medical history utilizing different HR databases.

Key Accomplishments:

• Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
• Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
• Updated patient records accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper documentation and communication between healthcare professionals.
• Maintained patient records and reports to enable tracking history and provide accurate and up-to-date information for physicians and other medical staff.

Worked as a HR Platoon Sergeant for the Army Reserves, ensuring team of approximately 15 Soldiers were up to date on all records and training. Served as the units Equal Opportunity leader responsible for diversity training and development.

Key Accomplishments:

• Developed and coordinated employee training programs to improve productivity and performance.
• Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive employee relations program.
• Coordinated events promoting awareness of various cultures represented within the company, fostering a sense of community among employees from different backgrounds.
• Improved organizational culture by conducting thorough investigations into equal opportunity complaints and resolving conflicts effectively.