Brandon Hall
El Campo
Summary
I am a Human Resources and Information Systems Specialist with 4 years of experience leading HR operations, improving processes, and implementing innovative solutions to support national programs within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). I am proud to be part of Division 3 of HRMACS, the first team to successfully design and implement a fully OPM-compliant Employee Occupational Health (EOH) process for the Office of Research and Development (ORD). My work directly supports ORD's mission to enhance Veterans' well-being and healthcare through cutting-edge research. This mission is personal-my father's ability to walk today is thanks to the titanium ankle developed through ORD's research. I take immense pride in ensuring that ORD's dedicated researchers across multiple VISNs nationwide receive efficient, accurate, and compassionate HR support. With a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Cybersecurity and advanced coursework from Harvard's EdX CS50 program, I bring a unique ability to bridge the gap between HR operations and technical systems, automating workflows, and ensuring data integrity. I am eager to continue optimizing processes, supporting vital research efforts, and driving innovation in my next professional opportunity.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
05.2021 - Current
- I serve as a key member of Division 3 in HRMACS, where I helped lead the first successful implementation of an OPM-compliant Employee Occupational Health (EOH) process for the Office of Research and Development (ORD)
- Our team provides comprehensive HR support to ORD across multiple VISNs nationwide-ensuring compliance, efficiency, and a seamless onboarding experience for new employees dedicated to advancing Veterans' healthcare
- Pioneered the full implementation of the EOH process, ensuring OPM compliance and creating a replicable model for other VA divisions
- Onboarded 100+ new hires across 4 years, streamlining the process and reducing onboarding time by 20% through improved workflows
- Led efforts to automate onboarding workflows via Power Automate, reducing manual entry by 40% while improving data integrity
- Designed and maintained SharePoint environments for EOH documentation, decreasing retrieval time by 40% and ensuring alignment with OPM guidelines
- Spearheaded the standardization of processes across ORD's multiple VISNs, enhancing record accuracy, compliance, and customer satisfaction
- Facilitated critical recruitment efforts, achieving an 85% fill rate across 25+ essential positions, including the successful placement of 10 key personnel
- Built and deployed PowerBI dashboards to deliver real-time insights into onboarding, compliance tracking, and time-to-fill metrics-enhancing decision-making
- First in the VA to successfully implement an OPM-compliant EOH process-setting a new operational standard for the organization
- Improved onboarding efficiency by 20%, reducing processing time from 8 to 6.5 hours per new hire
- Enhanced new hire satisfaction by 25% by improving communication, onboarding clarity, and streamlining processes
- Automated personnel tracking workflows, saving 40% of manual processing time and ensuring consistent data accuracy across ORD's national network
- Personally contributed to a mission that has directly benefited Veterans, including life-changing innovations like my father's titanium ankle, which allows him to walk
HR Information Systems Work Study
Department of Veterans Affairs
02.2020 - 05.2021
- As an HR Information Systems (HRIS) Work Study, I provided technical and administrative support to the HRMACS team, assisting in data accuracy improvements, process standardization, and laying the foundation for the EOH initiative
- Supported the initial development of the EOH process, collaborating with senior leadership to establish clear, standardized guidelines
- Automated manual HR tasks through Power Automate, cutting administrative workload by 40% and improving processing efficiency
- Led a comprehensive audit of 300+ personnel records, ensuring compliance and raising data accuracy to 98%
- Enhanced document organization by creating SharePoint-based knowledge libraries, reducing retrieval times by 40%
- Assisted in developing 10+ training resources to support new processes, improving clarity for both HR staff and new hires
- Played an essential role in the early development of the EOH framework, which became a model of excellence for the entire VA
- Improved the accuracy and efficiency of 300+ personnel records, increasing compliance and record reliability
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Systems and Cybersecurity
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL05.2024
Skills
- OPM-Compliant EOH Process Implementation
- Onboarding & Training
- Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
- Personnel Record Management
- SharePoint Administration & Customization
- Workflow Automation
- Data Analytics & Reporting
- Microsoft Office Suite
- HR Compliance & Process Standardization
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership
- Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving
- Process Optimization & Efficiency Gains
Core Skills
OPM-Compliant EOH Process Implementation, Onboarding & Training (100+ new hires onboarded), Recruitment & Talent Acquisition (85% fill rate across 4 years), Personnel Record Management (200+ records with 98% accuracy), SharePoint Administration & Customization, Workflow Automation (Power Automate), Data Analytics & Reporting (PowerBI, Excel), Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), HR Compliance & Process Standardization, Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership, Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving, Process Optimization & Efficiency Gains
Projects Certifications
- Employee Occupational Health (EOH) Process Implementation, 2021-2024, Led the successful implementation of an OPM-compliant onboarding process across ORD's national VISNs, improving efficiency by 20% and reducing errors by 30%.
- Automated HR Workflow Project, 2022-2023, Designed and implemented automated workflows using Power Automate, saving 40% of manual data entry time and improving process accuracy.
- Harvard EdX CS50 Certification, 2024, Advanced coursework in cybersecurity, programming, and data analytics, strengthening my technical capabilities.
- Certified Data Analyst, 2023, Proficient in Excel, PowerBI, and SQL for data visualization, advanced reporting, and workflow automation.
Personal Information
Hobbies: Process Innovation: I am passionate about building and improving HR processes that directly enhance Veterans' healthcare and well-being., Technology Enthusiast: I enjoy designing and optimizing custom PCs and developing web-based applications., Continuous Learning: I stay current with emerging HR technology, cybersecurity, and automation trends to enhance organizational efficiency.
Timeline
Human Resources Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
05.2021 - Current
HR Information Systems Work Study
Department of Veterans Affairs
02.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Information Systems and Cybersecurity
Columbia Southern University
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