BENJAMIN SMITH
Enterprise,AL
Summary
Strategic Military Leader with expertise in personnel management and operations planning. Led diverse teams to ensure mission readiness and compliance with safety standards. Skilled in crisis management and resource allocation in high-tempo environments, enhancing team efficiency and fostering effective communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
G1, Assistant Enlisted Personnel Strength Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
Fort Rucker, Alabama
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Led team operations to enhance mission readiness and optimize resource management.
- Developed strategic plans that enhanced unit performance and ensured efficient resource allocation.
- Develop relevant, responsive, and data-driven total force manpower and management policies and programs
- Managed logistics for personnel deployment and coordinated equipment distribution to support mission objectives.
- Facilitated inter-unit communication to streamline operations and improve collaborative efforts.
- Oversaw compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
Office of the Inspector General
UNITED STATES ARMY
Fort Rucker, Alabama
08.2020 - 09.2024
- Performed thorough inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with standards
- Monitored activities and reported insights to support Army leadership decisions
- Reported on discipline, efficiency, economy, morale, training, and readiness
- Provided impartial, objective, and unbiased advice and oversight to the Senior mission commander for active duty personnel and families, retirees and outside Army Agency’s
Senior Human Resources Noncommissioned Officer
UNITED STATES ARMY
Fort Riley, Kansas
08.2017 - 08.2020
- Planned, directed, and managed all HR competencies
- Delivered comprehensive administrative support for 3,400 personnel, aligning HR services with diverse authority levels and job functions.
- Performed personnel distribution analysis to inform and enhance decision-making for higher echelons.
- Supervised subordinate staff in carrying out daily duties and activities.
- Implemented new technologies to streamline HR processes, enhancing overall workplace productivity.
- Directed resource allocation for projects and operations, optimizing support for mission requirements.
- Ensured the security and confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Enforced compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential threats.
- Developed personalized fitness plans for diverse client needs.
- Developed and executed logistics plans for troop movements and resource allocation, optimizing operational readiness.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance weapon handling procedures.
- Provided training sessions on safety protocols and operational techniques.
- Assisted team members with material handling and site organization.
- Facilitated loading and unloading of materials to maintain inventory levels and support operations.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards on job sites.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Lifted heavy objects up to 50 pounds to assist in daily operational tasks.
- Executed a range of physical labor tasks to contribute to overall operational efficiency.
Senior Human Resources Noncommissioned Officer
UNITED STATES ARMY
Fort Jackson, South Carolina
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Planned, directed, and managed all HR competencies
- Supervised processing and tracking of personnel actions, awards, evaluations, performance reports, promotions, legal separation processes, finance, and pay, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Provided administrative support for 1,200 personnel during 12-week rotations, maintaining operational readiness and personnel accountability.
- Evaluated trainee performance through practical assessments and simulations.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to enhance training materials and sessions, driving continuous improvement in trainee development.
- Performed administrative tasks such as maintaining records of qualifications and certifications earned by each trainee.
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail efficiently and accurately.
- Monitored equipment for proper functioning during operations.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Contributed to facility upkeep by assisting in sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning tasks.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following manufacturers' instructions.
- Ensured compliance with company and OSHA safety guidelines at work sites.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Maintenance
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PASkills
- HR management
- Employee onboarding
- Performance evaluation
- Compliance management
- Policy execution
- Crisis management
- Training delivery
- Staff development
- Leadership Principles
- Operations management
- Logistics coordination
- Records management
- Personnel security
- Health compliance
- Emergency response
- First aid
- Strategic planning
- Rapid decision-making
- Problem Solving
- Communication effectiveness
- Communication skills
- Customer service
- Coaching
- Conflict resolution
- Workforce health
- Computer Applications
- Inventory management
- Postal Operations
- Military discipline
- Land navigation
- Positive attitude
- Postal Operations
Specialized Military Training
- Inspector General Course
- Joint Senior Enlisted Professional Military Education
- Senior Leaders Course
- Advanced Leaders Course
- Drill Sergeant Course
- Basic Instructor Course
- Postal Operations/Mail Handling
Timeline
G1, Assistant Enlisted Personnel Strength Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
09.2024 - 09.2025
Office of the Inspector General
UNITED STATES ARMY
08.2020 - 09.2024
Senior Human Resources Noncommissioned Officer
UNITED STATES ARMY
08.2017 - 08.2020
Senior Human Resources Noncommissioned Officer
UNITED STATES ARMY
07.2015 - 08.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Maintenance
Penn Foster Career School