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ARIANA AYERS

Hampton,VA

Summary

Dedicated human resources professional with over 14 years of military and civilian experience in personnel management, classification, staffing, and administrative support. Proven ability to coordinate transitional services, develop support programs, and engage with cross-functional teams to improve outcomes for individuals reentering structured environments. Recognized for strong communication, policy interpretation, and stakeholder engagement. Committed to fostering community reintegration, employment readiness, and personal development for diverse populations.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resource Specialist (Classification & Staffing)

Joint Enabling Capabilities Command (JECC)
Norfolk, VA
11.2022 - Current
  • Serves as primary advisor on position classification and recruitment strategy for a joint-service command.
  • Assesses staffing needs, drafts job analyses, and vacancy announcements, and applies Veterans Preference criteria.
  • Guides onboarding and orientation processes—paralleling reentry coordination and life-skills transition.
  • Collaborates with department leaders to ensure compliance with workforce policies and strategic objectives.
  • Interprets federal HR policies; aligns roles and candidate placement with organizational mission.

Human Resource Specialist (Military Personnel Systems)

US Army Training & Doctrine Command
Fort Eustis, VA
08.2020 - 11.2022
  • Provided high-level support for Army-wide personnel transitions, focusing on data accuracy and system updates.
  • Conducted manpower analysis, coordinated accessions, and prepared leadership briefings on personnel readiness.
  • Supported system migration projects (e.g., IPPS-A), requiring stakeholder communication and procedural clarity.
  • Directed workload analysis and devised risk-limiting strategies for graduating Department of Army soldiers during HR system shutdown.

Program Support Specialist / HR Liaison

USTRANSCOM
Scott AFB, IL
11.2019 - 08.2020
  • Served as an HR advisor and administrative coordinator for a 300+ person directorate.
  • Advised senior leaders on pay setting, hiring options, and HR procedures.
  • Evaluated candidate qualifications for hiring decisions.
  • Analyzed and implemented federal regulations, laws, and policies concerning Federal Civilian pay plans.
  • Developed internal SOPs, improving administrative flow and organizational readiness.

Executive Support Officer

375th Operations Group
Scott AFB, IL
11.2018 - 11.2019
  • Led executive-level support functions for a unit of 500 personnel, handling training, reports, and policy communication.
  • Trained support staff and liaised with commanders on program improvements.
  • Supported informed leadership decisions with well-organized presentations and documentation.
  • Streamlined front-office workflows through strategic manpower assessments.

Administrative Specialist (S1)

Office of the Judge Advocate General
Washington, DC
01.2015 - 07.2015
  • Managed HR actions and personnel transitions for the Office of The Judge Advocate General of the Army (OTJAG), Department of Justice (DOJ), and DEA support staff.
  • Conducted orientation and exit programs, payroll processes, and benefits management.
  • Established procedures in alignment with federal administrative mandates.
  • Provided personnel services and administrative support to approximately 130 personnel.

Executive Assistant / Contract Specialist

Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Washington, DC
03.2013 - 01.2015
  • Provided procurement and administrative leadership; managed acquisition life cycles and vendor compliance.
  • Tracked data, led training, and maintained continuity documents across multiple programs.
  • Oversaw special projects while ensuring accurate project tracking and monitoring.
  • Gathered and examined data relevant to Office of Quality projects and inspections, reducing staff workload by 30-40 person-hours weekly.

Human Resources Specialist (Active Duty)

United States Air Force
Elmendorf AFB, AK
05.2006 - 06.2010
  • Managed career development initiatives for the organization's 6,700 members.
  • Facilitated onboarding, separation briefings, benefits counseling, and job fairs.
  • Provided leadership with insights on HR compliance and organizational readiness.
  • Advised Commanders and their support staff on Military Personnel Management, Military Personnel Services, and Military Personnel Automation.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration and Management - undefined

McKendree University
Lebanon, IL
12.2018

Personnel Specialist Technical Training - undefined

USAF
Keesler AFB, MS
07.2006

Skills

  • Reentry and Transition Planning
  • Case Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Federal HR & Military Systems
  • Community Resource Navigation
  • Interviewing & Employability Assessment
  • Program Management & Reporting
  • Veteran Affairs & Benefits Guidance
  • MS Office Suite USA Staffing PeopleSoft SharePoint

Timeline

Human Resource Specialist (Classification & Staffing)

Joint Enabling Capabilities Command (JECC)
11.2022 - Current

Human Resource Specialist (Military Personnel Systems)

US Army Training & Doctrine Command
08.2020 - 11.2022

Program Support Specialist / HR Liaison

USTRANSCOM
11.2019 - 08.2020

Executive Support Officer

375th Operations Group
11.2018 - 11.2019

Administrative Specialist (S1)

Office of the Judge Advocate General
01.2015 - 07.2015

Executive Assistant / Contract Specialist

Bureau of Engraving and Printing
03.2013 - 01.2015

Human Resources Specialist (Active Duty)

United States Air Force
05.2006 - 06.2010

Bachelor of Business Administration and Management - undefined

McKendree University

Personnel Specialist Technical Training - undefined

USAF
ARIANA AYERS