Gregory Collins
Oakland,Florida
Summary
Results-driven Human Resources Business Partner with over 16 years of experience in the Department of Defense and higher education. Specializes in faculty and staff recruitment, onboarding, and HR workflow optimization. Demonstrated ability to collaborate within teams to anticipate organizational needs and deliver high-quality HR services. Committed to leveraging HR expertise to enhance employee experiences and drive organizational success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Partner III
University of Central Florida, UCF
12.2023 - Current
- Supported HR Director in overseeing daily operations of HR Coordinator(s) to enhance customer service quality.
- Advised unit leaders on workforce strategies aligned with university HR policies and compliance standards.
- Evaluated candidate qualifications and compensation actions, including salary analysis and internal equity assessments.
- Collaborated with leadership teams to assess workforce planning needs and develop staffing strategies.
- Facilitated employee relations guidance, mediating conflicts to promote a positive work environment.
HR Coordinator II
University of Central Florida, UCF
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Managed 20+ faculty recruitment process by collaborating with search committees and processing actions in Workday.
- Supported hiring managers in preparing job descriptions and updating hiring procedures for various employment categories.
- Facilitated HR-related actions by liaising with UCF's Human Resources, Faculty Excellence, and the Office of Institutional Equity.
- Provided HR customer service for position management, recruiting, employment changes, and pay adjustments.
- Advised managers and employees on HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
Human Resources Specialist
United States Air Force Academy
04.2020 - 08.2022
- Supported Director of Athletics and Executive Director with HR and administrative functions.
- Developed recruitment strategies and candidate criteria for 150+ military, staff, faculty, and AD positions.
- Conducted interviews and administered evaluations for Physical Education Faculty and NCAA coaches.
- Maintained HRIS database (MILPDS) with accurate employment records.
- Served as subject matter expert on Directorate of Athletics policies and procedures.
- Built and revised HR policies and documentation to ensure compliance.
- Oversaw evaluation, classification, and rating of job positions across department.
Auto Adjuster III
USAA
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Reviewed and analyzed suspicious insurance claims to identify potential fraud.
- Collaborated with claims department and anti-fraud organizations to resolve discrepancies.
- Conducted detailed examinations of claims documentation to identify coverage limitations.
- Delivered honest advice to policyholders regarding repair work and body shop processes.
- Conducted comprehensive interviews with witnesses and claimants to gather pertinent facts.
HR Administrative Assistant
Colorado Springs Utilities
02.2019 - 04.2019
- Generated weekly reports and documentation for internal communications and policy notifications.
- Executed 100+ accounts receivable tasks, including invoicing and reconciliation of discrepancies.
- Reviewed and prioritized publications, directives, and HR regulations for compliance.
- Maintained four calendaring systems, coordinating scheduling, travel arrangements, and interviews.
- Organized new-hire orientation sessions and trained newcomers on facility procedures.
- Supported daily HR operations through general administrative assistance.
Air Force Personnel Specialist
United States Air Force
09.2007 - 02.2019
- Executed personnel functions for over 275 military and civilian staff, providing strategic guidance to Director of Athletics.
- Maintained and updated personnel records in Military Personnel Data System for Air Force and government civilians.
- Reviewed and tracked performance reports, feedback, awards, and decorations for military personnel.
- Managed administrative tasks for seven cadre members, six nursing students, and 129 cadets.
- Prepared contracts, budgets, non-disclosure agreements, and statements of work efficiently.
- Oversaw HR support for 10th Air Base Wing Senior Leaders, supporting $3.5 billion infrastructure.
- Monitored cadet pay actions and managed funds exceeding $350k annually for tuition and textbooks.
- Directed cadet life-cycle actions including enlistments, commissioning, fitness assessments, and medical evaluations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, COSkills
- Workday expertise
- Interpersonal skills
- Talent acquisition
- Critical thinking
- Workflow management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Customer service
- Performance appraisal
- Employee relations
- Job development
- Onboarding strategies
- HRIS proficiency
Timeline
HR Partner III
University of Central Florida, UCF
12.2023 - Current
HR Coordinator II
University of Central Florida, UCF
09.2022 - 12.2023
Human Resources Specialist
United States Air Force Academy
04.2020 - 08.2022
Auto Adjuster III
USAA
04.2019 - 10.2019
HR Administrative Assistant
Colorado Springs Utilities
02.2019 - 04.2019
Air Force Personnel Specialist
United States Air Force
09.2007 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Colorado Technical University
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