Accomplished Administrative Officer/Human Resources Specialist with 23 years of experience in talent management, recruitment, employee relations, executive administration, and professional development seeking to apply expertise in HR business partnerships. Strong work ethic, excellent customer service skills, and focused on aligning HR initiatives to business goals. I am always eager to learn new skills and sharpen the skills I’ve acquired over my civil service career.
Highly motivated administrative professional with experience in streamlining office operations and improving efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, flexible with changing needs. Adept in managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling correspondence. Known for reliability, strong organizational skills, and effective communication.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Officer
US Agency for International Development (USAID)
10.2005 - Current
I process the bureaus recruitment and multiple staffing actions, for Civil and Foreign Service positions. This includes Student Interns and Contractors.
Performance Management Coordinator for Civil and Foreign Service, and US Personal Service Contractors.
Training Coordinator developed the bureau training procedures and guidance. Submitting training requests to HR and the Department of State.
I serve as the bureaus Timekeeper, assuring all hiring mechanisms time and attendance are reported accurately and on time.
I am the Unit Security Officer; I keep the Bureau abreast of procedures and ensure the Bureau meets the Office of Security’s standards for annual inspections. I also initiate clearance investigations for Contractors and confirm all revalidation requests are accurate. I manage all top level security requests and follow up with the Office of Security, all while keeping the employee abreast of the status of their clearances.
As the Records Management and FOIA Officer, I make sure employees are and Bureau files are maintained accurately and kept up to date. As the FOIA Officer, I facilitated and kept track of all incoming requests and made sure offices and overseas Missions were responding by the deadline. Also, making sure accurate data was being collected.
Occupant Emergency and Readiness Procedures Coordinator (OEP), overseeing and implementing the Agency’s emergency response procedures, all the while making sure all personnel are prepared and aware of Agency procedures.
Space Coordinator, identifying and coordinating vacant office space, while projecting future move requirements. I also oversee all Bureau and Class Net issued equipment that are accounted for in annual inspections and properly maintained.
Procurement Officer, serving as the primary purchase cardholder of $25,000. I am responsible for the accuracy of information and data they provide to my Approving Officer. Verifying vendors that supplies are correctly entered into the Agency’s procurement system and meets micro-purchase threshold. Making sure all orders are successful and inventory is managed accurately.
Oversee Financial Disclosures, and advise staff on up-to-date guidance.
Travel Authorization Officer, I make sure all Travel Authorization have the correct authorization before submitting them to the Travel Office.
I manage all Diplomatic Titles and National Security Decision Directives (NSDD-38) Requests before submitting them to the Department of State. I send all the approvals back to oversea Missions to make sure they are there before employees arrive.
I assist in setting up the Video Teleconference (VTC) equipment for large conferences and make sure the equipment is working properly.
Education
Professional Development Training -
05.2025
Some College Education and Technical Training - undefined
01.2003
High School - undefined
Surrattsville High School
Clinton, MD
01.1998
Skills
Office Automation
Microsoft Office Applications
Google Office Applications
Data analysis
HR Staffing and Recruiting
Employee Evaluations
Occupant Emergency Preparedness
Awards Coordinator
Training Coordinator
Space Management
Timeline
Administrative Officer
US Agency for International Development (USAID)
10.2005 - Current
Some College Education and Technical Training - undefined
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<li>Provided administrative support to three Front Office principals, ensuring seamless operations during absences.</li>
<li>Managed principal’s calendar, resolving scheduling conflicts and organizing meetings, events, and travel arrangements.</li>
<li>Acted as liaison with Agency senior leaders to gather briefing materials and background documents.</li>
<li>Coordinated logistics for executive team events, including conferences and retreats, enhancing overall efficiency.</li>
<li>Directed various support activities for high-level meetings and agency programs for distinguished visitors.</li>
<li>Collaborated with the Director of Scheduling to manage long- and short-term calendar of events.</li>
<li>Maintained confidentiality while managing sensitive information and prioritizing communications for senior executives.</li>
</ul> at United States Agency of International Development (USAID)<ul>
<li>Provided administrative support to three Front Office principals, ensuring seamless operations during absences.</li>
<li>Managed principal’s calendar, resolving scheduling conflicts and organizing meetings, events, and travel arrangements.</li>
<li>Acted as liaison with Agency senior leaders to gather briefing materials and background documents.</li>
<li>Coordinated logistics for executive team events, including conferences and retreats, enhancing overall efficiency.</li>
<li>Directed various support activities for high-level meetings and agency programs for distinguished visitors.</li>
<li>Collaborated with the Director of Scheduling to manage long- and short-term calendar of events.</li>
<li>Maintained confidentiality while managing sensitive information and prioritizing communications for senior executives.</li>
</ul> at United States Agency of International Development (USAID)
Case Controller/Security Specialist at United States Agency for International Development (USAID)Case Controller/Security Specialist at United States Agency for International Development (USAID)