ANDRE THOMPSON
Miami
Summary
Dynamic MBA-trained Human Resources and Manpower Specialist with over 7 years of leadership experience in the U.S. Army, complemented by strong project management expertise. Proven ability to optimize manpower operations, enhance personnel readiness, and align talent with organizational goals through comprehensive analysis and strategic execution. Recognized for advising senior leaders, interpreting complex HR policies, and developing analytics tools that drive operational improvements in fast-paced environments. Committed to fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within teams and organizations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Administrative Officer (Manpower & Personnel Specialist)
U.S. Army
04.2019 - Current
- Manage manpower distribution, personnel readiness, assignments, promotions, evaluations, and HR compliance for 500+ personnel.
- Interpret DoD and Army manpower/HR policies and advise senior leaders accordingly.
- Implemented policy changes that streamlined administrative processes across multiple departments.
- Provide counsel on workforce planning, staffing requirements, talent alignment, and personnel trends.
- Integrate HR, operations, training, and readiness functions to achieve organizational objectives.
- Use Power BI and SQL to generate readiness dashboards, manpower forecasts, and personnel analytics.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to develop long-term strategies for sustained growth and success.
- 40+ hrs/week
Acting Battalion Executive Officer (Interim)
U.S. Army
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Supervised battalion staff operations across HR, manpower, training, and readiness functions.
- Delivered HQ-level integration of manpower policy, personnel management, and operational oversight.
- Led cross-functional teams to synchronize workflows and ensure mission alignment.
- Developed and implemented training programs, enhancing soldier skills and operational effectiveness.
- Mentored junior officers, fostering professional development and leadership capabilities within the unit.
- 40+ hrs/week
Instructor – Initial Entry Training (IET)
U.S. Army
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Trained 1200+ personnel on readiness standards, leadership fundamentals, and performance discipline.
- Improved qualification and retention rates through structured instruction and coaching.
- Supported HR-related training requirements and evaluation processes.
- Designed and delivered comprehensive training programs for military personnel.
- 40+ hrs/week
Education
MBA - Project Management & Information Technology
Florida Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Health Management & Biology, Minor: Economics
University of South Florida
Tampa, FLSkills
- Manpower Management
- HR Policy/Compliance
- Workforce Planning
- Talent Alignment
- Training & Development
- Program Integration
- Project Management
- Power BI
- Organizational Analysis
- Personnel readiness
- Cross-functional leadership
- Strategic advising
- Administrative management strategies
Certification
- Google Project Management – Google
- Agile Project Management – Google
- Scrum Master Certification Series – LearnQuest
- Human Resources Analytics – UC Irvine
Timeline
Acting Battalion Executive Officer (Interim)
U.S. Army
03.2025 - 08.2025
Instructor – Initial Entry Training (IET)
U.S. Army
06.2020 - 08.2022
Chief Administrative Officer (Manpower & Personnel Specialist)
U.S. Army
04.2019 - Current
MBA - Project Management & Information Technology
Florida Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Health Management & Biology, Minor: Economics
University of South Florida
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
- Directed manpower, assignments, readiness, and personnel programs supporting 300+ personnel.
- Provided senior-level advisory guidance on force structure, staffing, and readiness policy.
- Executed TDA AGR billet reallocation improving organizational alignment and efficiency.
- Served as Interim Battalion Executive Officer (Mar–Aug 2025), supervising civilian and military HR and manpower operations.
- Built Power BI manpower and readiness dashboards improving decision-making speed by 30%.