Derrick Washington
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
Accomplished Chief Personnel Specialist with 21 years of progressive experience in military and federal human resources/financial management, including personnel administration, staffing, classification, performance management, pay/benefits operations, disbursements, travel claims processes, and fiscal accountability. Skilled in leading teams, reconciling complex accounts, managing multi-million dollar funds, and ensuring strict compliance with DOD FMR (Financial Management Regulations and audit standards. Proven expertise in managing large-scale HR operations, advising command leadership, and ensuring full compliance with DoD and OPM policies. Recognized for accuracy, discretion, and exceptional leadership in maintaining readiness and supporting over 150,000 personnel across Naval Station Norfolk. Proven ability to streamline processes, eliminate discrepancies, and improve audit readiness through precise execution and continuous process improvement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Officer
USS Vicksburg CG 69
05.2021 - 07.2024
- As Administrative Officer, led seven sailors pay/administration support for 331 sailors attached to the command. Reviewed 2500 pieces of correspondence, 1600 Salesforce/Tops transactions, and 41 command instructions at a 99% accuracy rate. His technical expertise reduced transactions by 42%. His leadership yielded 7 advancements. Managed ships OPTAR/TADTAR funding. Managed $900k annually, filled 41 gapped billets and managed DTS travel vouchers and authorizations. As the DTS Coordinator, he demonstrated his expertise by effectively overseeing, evaluating, and managing 56 DTS orders amounting to $497,531, facilitating command Triad's travel to prestigious events. He ensured that all travel arrangements and entitlements adhered to DoD and JTR regulations, maintaining both precision and compliance with the command's authorized budget. His expertise has not only assisted the triad but the entire command with emergency travel.
- As section leader, trained/mentored 57 junior sailors/officers in completing 35 Damage Control and Anti Terrorism drills, 42 watchstanding qualifications, ensuring maximum security and dc readiness.
Chief Personnel Specialist (E-7 Equivalent)
TSC
12.2015 - 05.2021
- Serve as senior enlisted HR advisor responsible for all administrative, personnel, and pay-related operations for a command of over 25,000 military and civilian personnel. Supervise a team of 52 Personnel Specialists/Civilians, ensuring accurate and timely processing of pay, leave, evaluations, and personnel actions. Manage performance reports (EVALS/FITREPs), awards submissions, advancements, and separations in compliance with Navy and DoD directives. Interpret and implement personnel policies and procedures, providing expert guidance to leadership and staff on HR regulations, benefits, and entitlements. Ensure personnel record accuracy in systems such as NSIPS, ESR, and BOL, maintaining 100% readiness for inspections and audits. Conduct career development counseling and mentorship for Sailors, resulting in improved retention and promotion rates. Coordinate with Navy Personnel Command (NPC), Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS), and Human Resources Offices to resolve complex pay and personnel issues. Led internal audits and data verification initiatives, achieving 100% compliance with personnel record management standards.
- Served as the senior disbursing official responsible for managing and reconciling disbursements totaling over $1.3 million annually. Supervised a staff of 17 financial clerks and technicians, ensuring accurate and timely processing of pay, travel, and miscellaneous disbursements. Conducted comprehensive audits and reconciliations of disbursing accounts and resolving discrepancies. Implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS) that improved transaction accuracy and reduced processing time by 35%. Subject matter expert during DOD Inspector General and DFAS Audits, consistently earning top compliance ratings.
Department Leading Chief Petty Officer
USS Abraham Lincoln
04.2012 - 12.2015
- As personnel Leading Chief Petty Officer (LCPO), directly responsible for managing 25 personnel in the processing of all pay entitlements for 3000 personnel. Maintained a 98% accuracy rating and 96% timeliness. His efforts contributed to the ABRAHAM LINCOLN being the second carrier in 5 Years to pass the Field Examination Audit (FEG). Quality Assurance LCPO, trained 25 personnel, implemented new procedural guidance and policies, and his efforts increased transaction timeliness from 14 days to 3. Audited and released over 21000 transactions. As Duty Section Leader, was responsible for the mustering of 163 Sailors and ensured that the section's scheduled watch bill and monitoring manning requirements were up-to-date, contributing to watchstander qualifications and ships overall damage control readiness and security measurements.
Division Leading Petty Officer/Lead Travel Clerk
PSD Afloat
06.2009 - 03.2012
- Processed over 5500 PCS/TAD travel claims and advances with a 98.5% accuracy rating while maintaining a 3 day turnaround to ensure payments in a timely manner. Also settled 514 evacuation for eligible sailors and their families Departing Japan, Libya, Egypt, and Bahrain. As lead travel clerk, managed the daily travel claim review process by delegating more than 3500 PCS and TAD travel claims to 5 military and 2 civilian clerks via the Transaction Online Processing System (TOPS). Prepared and documented weekly training for travel/QA section. Trained 35 Command Coordinators in the correct procedures across 100 tenant commands across Naval Station Norfolk.
Personnel Specialist/Disbursing Clerk (E1-E6)
USS Theodore Roosevelt CVN 71
10.2005 - 05.2009
- Processed over 5000 pay entitlements and personnel transactions for 2300 personnel with an impressive 98.7% accuracy rating. Also processed over 1000 travel claims and advances in a timely manner. His technical expertise resulted in the command passing FEG (Field Examination Group) audit. Coordinated the processing of over 300 separations, 400 reenlistments totaling $12.3m and 200 extensions in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Education
High School Diploma -
Desoto High School
DeSoto, TX05-2003
Skills
- Human Resources Management & Personnel Administration
- Defense Travel Systems (DTS) (ODTA, NDEA, AO)
- Disbursement Operations & Accountability
- Military & Civilian Payroll and Entitlements
- Performance Evaluation Systems (EVAL/FITREP, CIVPER)
- Budget Execution and Reporting
- Awards, Promotions & Service Record Management
- Customer Service & Personnel Counseling
- Personnel Policy Implementation (DoD, BUPERS, OPM)
- Leadership, Mentorship & Staff Development
Certification
- DoD Financial Management Level III Certified
- Navy Personnel Administration Course Graduate
- Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM)
- Government Human Resources Management Certification
- NDEA, ODTA, AO DTS Certifications
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (2x), Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (4x), Command Sailor of the Year (2x)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Typing Speed: 50 WPM
- Systems Used: NSIPS, ESR, BOL, DFAS, DTS, Salesforce, DJMS
- Availability: Willing to relocate or travel as required
Timeline
Administrative Officer
USS Vicksburg CG 69
05.2021 - 07.2024
Chief Personnel Specialist (E-7 Equivalent)
TSC
12.2015 - 05.2021
Department Leading Chief Petty Officer
USS Abraham Lincoln
04.2012 - 12.2015
Division Leading Petty Officer/Lead Travel Clerk
PSD Afloat
06.2009 - 03.2012
Personnel Specialist/Disbursing Clerk (E1-E6)
USS Theodore Roosevelt CVN 71
10.2005 - 05.2009
High School Diploma -
Desoto High School