Barbara G. Brown

• Provides oversight of at least four major functions listed below without duplication in another directorate, and provides statewide policy, guidance, leadership, management, and oversight of service member, family, contractor, and employee programs, policies, and plans. Advises the Adjutant General (TAG) on all matters pertaining to management, distribution, utilization, development, and support while being the focal point, responsible for planning, overseeing, and directing the activities of state or district programs which include Integrated Primary Prevention (IPP), Wellness and Violence Prevention, Yellow Ribbon, ESGR, Resourcing & Outreach, Children & Youth, Youth Challenge, Family Programs, State Equal Employment Management (SEEM), and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office (SAPRO). Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities.

• Provide personnel management for the NJARNG. Provide efficient and effective HR support to maximize operational readiness of total forces through a variety of synchronization of HR systems and procedures. Support the Total Force, Families and Communities. Supervise and manage a staff of approximately 50 personnel and eight G1 Branch Sections. Plan, schedule, and assign work to Branch Chiefs and their sections; develop performance plans and evaluates work performance; identify training needs and counsel staff. Provide guidance on personnel management to TAG, TAG’s staff and senior state National Guard leadership. Evaluate and improve on existing G1 personnel processes, such as developing and SOP for officer and enlisted board procedures. Advise leadership on regulatory guidelines for SSC, SGM-A, and WOSSC to ensure a fair and regulatory process. Support NJARNG units with various missions, such as deployments, personnel readiness, state missions, etc.

• State Public Affairs Officer for the New Jersey National Guard (NJNG) and New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMAVA). Serve as principle public affairs advisor to The Adjutant General, Assistant Adjutant General, Chiefs of Staff (Army and Air), commanders, and staff for the NJNG and NJ DMAVA. Manages system processes and resources for the delivery of internal and external information across the full spectrum of departmental and military operations. A proactive and multi-discipline member of the special staff that takes an active role in the planning and execution of public affairs operations. Provides mission focus through technical assistance to The Adjutant General, commanders and their staffs in all areas of public relations. Supervises staff and provides guidance MPAD Company. Develops and executes plans and programs in the areas of internal and external communications, publications and related guidance.

• Provides commander oversight of battalion-sized element, which includes personnel management, training guidance and objectives, career development, maintaining Army standards, physical fitness, discipline and battle skills, and goal-setting for personnel, training objectives, and mission requirements; provides institutional training for both the reserve and active-component Soldiers; coordinates and provides MOS and functional training that prepares Soldiers for world-wide deployment; provides guidance for coordinating authority, quality assurance, scheduling, and accreditation oversight for functionally aligned units; integrates and synchronizes training, administrative, logistical, and resource management to accomplish the mission; supervises a quality assurance program that ensures TRADOC accreditation.

• Provides executive level support in planning, formulating, coordinating and implementing ARNG programs within the JFHQ-NJ Chief of Staff’s area of functional responsibility; conducts research and analysis of regulatory data regarding command structures, state level authorizations, organizational and program responsibilities and provides pertinent advice and assistance to subordinate command activities as required; serves as the primary point of contact for ARNG staff activities to field organizations; attends meetings and conferences as the Chief of Staff representative; and additional duties include NJARNG Management Controls Process Administrator, OIP Coordinator, and Army Strategic Planner.

• Assists the J1 Director of Human Resources in advising the Adjutant General, staff elements, and operating officials on matters pertaining to manpower and human resource management for more than 1,800 full-time New Jersey Army and Air National Guard Technicians and Active Guard Reservists; oversees the management J1-HRO staff in order to recruit and retain a highly qualified, diverse staff; facilitate positive employee relations; train to enhance employee skills, performance and job satisfaction; prepare employees as they transition to retirement; oversees the facilitation of EEO/EO/Diversity, resilience, and victim advocate services to increase organizational effectiveness.

• Prepared written reports of investigation findings; lead, or participate in, investigations relating to violation of federal law, policy, or regulation, reprisal, or whistler’s reprisal; observed, received, and obtained information from all relevant sources; identified the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts; reviewed reports of suspected fraud to determine need for further investigation; analyzed information and evaluated results to choose the best solution and solve problems; interviewed witnesses or subjects and take statements; and coordinated investigative efforts with complainants and subjects.

• Instructed five-week professional development course in human resources called "Fair, Square and Legal: A Manager's Guide To Safe Hiring, Managing, And Firing Practices"
• Managed classroom effectively to maintain a positive learning environment for all students.
• Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assignments, and grades, ensuring timely communication with stakeholders regarding academic progress.
• Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best teaching practices and industry trends.
• Monitored student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.

• Provided Federal Technicians of the New Jersey National Guard Employee Relations services; executed the full range of human resources

• Developed a vision for ERS section; aligned performance expectations with organizational goals as well as individual abilities

• Maintained a safe work environment and promptly address allegations of

Position Description, their capabilities, and their future work assignments

• Evaluated work performances and counsels as appropriate; ensured technical quality of section work products, initiated personnel actions, approved leave, resolved complaints, and exercised disciplinary control; and administered quality control of work

• Plans, develops, manages, and implements EEO/EO programs for NJ National Guard; manages state discrimination complaint system

• Managed Employee Assistance Program (EAP); advices senior leadership and management on EEO/EO issues

• Coordinates with Judge Advocate General and National Guard Bureau on cases; coordinates hearings and fact-finding

• Conducts and oversees EEO/EO and diversity training; manage EEO/EO

/Diversity budget; oversee Special Emphasis Program (SEP) and its managers

• Provide awareness of SEP observances; incorporate NJARNG Diversity

initiatives into EEO/EO; develop and implement improved processes to enhance EEO/EO services

• Serve as a liaison between NGB Diversity Office and NJNG EEO/EO office

• Oversee all personnel actions for over 1,000 soldiers in a brigade-size unit.

• Assist in the Affirmative Employment Program; assist in managing EEO/EO complaints

• Assist Staff and coordinate with community organizations; provide advise and give assistance and training on all EEO aspects

• Manage EEO/EO/Diversity budget; oversee Special Emphasis Program (SEP) and its managers

• Provide awareness of SEP observances; incorporate NJARNG Diversity initiatives into EEO/EO; develop and implement improved processes to enhance EEO/EO services

• Serve as a liaison between NGB Diversity Office and NJNG EEO/EO office

• Manage Equal Opportunity program for traditional NJARNG soldiers throughout the State.

• Responsible for implementing the pilot NJARNG Diversity Program; advise The Adjutant General (TAG) on all diversity initiatives and management issues

• Liaison to NJARNG Diversity Committee (DC); assistant to Assistant

Adjutant General (AAG)/DCChairman

• Published diversity articles; organized Army and Air National Guard diversity training seminar

• Track current membership and loss of soldiers based on diversity; assist AAG in implementing a Army Guard mentoring program

• Research issues, data and training relating to diversity; examine and compile statistical data; created diversity webpage; and assist recruiters in developing recruiting and employment strategies

• Supervised five soldiers; supervised various personnel functions; provided unit marketing assistance; updated and promoted unit’s website.

• Initiated, developed and maintain Freeholder’s website; tracked state legislation; corresponded with county administration on various issues; managed Freeholder scholarship program; drafted resolutions and memorial certificates; corresponded with constituents; researched various issues concerning county government; organized town meetings; and maintained Board’s email account.

• Supervised 48 soldiers; assisted higher commander’s personnel missions; maintained military equipment; managed training; managed solders’ careers; and counseled soldiers on various issues.

• Supervised software delivers and purchases; processed orders; worked with developers on improving customer database; established various internal administrative and order processing procedures; managed release of new versions of software; provided customer reports to VP of sales; and provided procedural recommendations to supervisor during company acquisitions.

• Researched and tracked legislation; prepared press releases; represented the Assemblyman at legislative and community events; prepared talking points; corresponded with State department commissioners; and advised the Assemblyman on current issues.

• Assisted in advising the Director of the Army National Guard, on all EO/EEO/ Diversity matters affecting the readiness of the Army National Guard; and assisted in planning annual National Diversity Conference.

• Assisted in developing a Diversity Program on behalf of the NJARNG Adjutant General.