Andrea Lopez Santibanez
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Transitioning U.S Air Force service member with a distinguished background in Human Resources. I offer five years of invaluable experience in Human Resource Management and Deployment Travel Coordination. My expertise lies in developing comprehensive daily reports, utilizing advanced data analysis techniques to support strategic decision-making for critical Senior Leaders, ensuring accuracy in personnel records. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated exceptional communication skills, leadership abilities, and a strong sense of accountability. Now, I am eager to transition into a civilian role where I can leverage my extensive skill set to drive success & make meaningful impact.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Installation Personnel Readiness
United States Air Force, USAF
11.2022 - Current
- Communicated and advised 11 COCOM Commanders, 75 Unit deployment Managers, 22 deployment accountability teams, & the Installation Deployment Officer, executing smooth deployment operations.
- Served as the base focal point for personnel readiness managing logistics for USAF Warfare Center, 7 Wings, 102 Units, & 12.8k military personnel members.
- Developed 2.5k official Contingency, Exercise, and Deployment orders, ensuring deployment of warfighters into NATO countries.
- Allocated and procured complex large-scale domestic and international travel to include airfare, lodging, meals, and transportation for 3,000 PAX.
- Revamped tracking system for appointed unit representatives, enabling 100% accountability for 11 natural and man-made disasters, earning recognition and award from Air Force Inspection Generals.
- Manufactured 3 vital readiness rosters, allowing precise validation of 4k unfilled deployment tasking requirements and adopted by 3 installations.
Human Resources Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
02.2020 - Current
- Filled Non-Commission officer role for 2 months, conducting base readiness operations for 12k Airman and a 3 member team on tasking requirements.
- Fabricated training materials and conducted workshops to enhance skills and knowledge for over 200 employees.
- Guarantied accuracy of all analyses by implementing strict quality control measures, validation checks, and manufacturing trackers to facilitate data findings in easily understandable ways while providing advisory to critical Senior Leadership.
- Maintained & updated employee records to reflect accurate changes in duty titles, roles and responsibilities covering 7,000 military members.
- Assisted beneficiaries and Next of Kin's in navigating benefit plans and addressed inquiries regarding coverage options valued at $800k.
Force Protection Escort
United States Air Force, USAF
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Coordinated movement of 10k foreign workers and 2.7k vehicles through rigorous vehicle safety inspection areas, prioritizing the safety of Emirate and U.S. troops.
- Safeguarded 32 facilities within a 116k sq ft radius, protecting assets worth $3.7B with zero reported cyber security incidents.
- Supported the coordination of Military Police training for 150 members, emphasizing vigilance & readiness in deployed environment.
- Guided a 6 member team which oversaw 3 vehicles, containing 42 foreign country nationals permitting morale holiday event for 1.5k United States Airman, Soldiers, and Marines.
Retentions Counselor
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Built over 1,200 contracts, retaining members through indefinite reenlistment's, saving the Air Force over $800k in new recruits.
- Resolved 1,600 Case Management Cases in collaboration with Air Force Headquarters to eradicate 85 pay related concerns which averted $23k of lost Airman pay.
- Assessed & reviewed reenlistment contracts, securing $684k reenlistment bonuses for eligible members approved by Air Force Headquarters.
Honor Guard Member
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Represented the United States Armed Forces with pride, demonstrating professionalism and respect at all times during official duties.
- Conducted flag-folding & presentation of the colors for funerals, retirements, & parades totaling 191 ceremonial hours.
- Acted as liaison between Nellis AFB Honor Guard team and event organizers for over 50 military and civilian ceremonies across a 101,000 square mile area of operation.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Human Resources Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL03-2025
High School Diploma -
Apollo High School
Glendale, AZ05-2019
Skills
- "Secret" Security Clearance
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Oracle
- Managing Employee Performance
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Integrity & Professionalism
- Strategic planning
- Time management
- Recruitment and Selection
Certification
- DCAPES (Deliberate and Crisis Action Planning and Execution Segments).
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Installation Personnel Readiness
United States Air Force, USAF
11.2022 - Current
Force Protection Escort
United States Air Force, USAF
03.2022 - 10.2022
Retentions Counselor
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2021 - 03.2022
Honor Guard Member
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2021 - 06.2021
Human Resources Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
02.2020 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Human Resources Management
Community College of The Air Force
High School Diploma -
Apollo High School