Jamar Sherman
Leavenworth,KS
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor
U.S. Army
Fort Jackson, SC
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Served as primary instructor for 120 Human Resources lieutenants annually, developing curriculum and conducting instruction on human resources operations, military law, and leadership development.
- Led practical exercises and field training events focused on HR support operations in tactical environments, resulting in a 98% first-time certification rate.
- Mentored and counseled junior officers through their initial military training, providing career guidance and professional development opportunities.
Battalion Human Resources Officer
U.S. Army
Fort Wainwright, AK
12.2019 - 08.2022
- Served as the principal staff officer for all personnel services support, managing a staff of 6 NCOs and soldiers to maintain 100% personnel accountability and readiness for 720 soldiers across 5 companies.
- Directed all human resources operations including awards processing, evaluations, promotions, and personnel actions while maintaining an average 96% on-time submission rate for all battalion personnel requirements.
- Oversaw management of the battalion's Personnel Readiness Management (PRM) program, ensuring accurate strength reporting and projections while maintaining personnel readiness rates above 92%.
Company Commander
U.S. Army
Fort Jackson, SC
12.2017 - 12.2019
- Commanded a training company of 260 Initial Entry Training soldiers and 42 permanent party staff, executing all phases of Basic Combat Training in accordance with TRADOC requirements and regulations.
- Managed property valued at $1.2M while maintaining 100% accountability through cyclic and change of command inventories across 5 training cycles annually.
- Developed and mentored 12 drill sergeants and 4 training staff, resulting in successful graduation of over 1,300 soldiers annually with a 95% graduation rate.
Company Executive Officer
U.S. Army
Fort Jackson, SC
03.2016 - 12.2017
- Managed company training resources and logistics valued at $1.2M, maintaining 100% accountability of sensitive items and equipment through 12 training cycles.
- Supervised supply operations and maintenance programs, achieving 98% operational readiness rate for all training equipment and vehicles.
- Coordinated complex training support requirements including ammunition forecasting, range scheduling, and transportation for 260 trainees and cadre.
Infantry Platoon Leader
U.S. Army
Fort Moore, GA
03.2015 - 03.2016
- Led and trained a 39-soldier infantry platoon in preparation for combat operations, maintaining 100% accountability of personnel and $2.8M of assigned equipment.
- Planned and executed platoon-level training events including live-fire exercises, mounted/dismounted operations, and urban combat training while maintaining zero safety incidents.
- Coordinated with company staff and adjacent units to synchronize combat operations and training events while maintaining platoon readiness rates above 90%.
Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Shop NCOIC
U.S. Army
Fort Riley, KS
03.2010 - 03.2015
- Supervised daily operations of a 15-person maintenance shop responsible for repair and maintenance of ground support equipment valued at $12M.
- Managed equipment maintenance programs ensuring 95% operational readiness rate for over 200 pieces of ground support equipment including generators, air compressors, and hydraulic test stands.
- Developed and implemented maintenance training programs for 12 junior mechanics, resulting in 100% certification rates on critical equipment.
- Coordinated with supported units and external agencies to prioritize maintenance actions and ensure mission-critical equipment availability while maintaining zero safety incidents.
Education
Master of Arts - Public Administration
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Delaware State University
Dover, DE05-2008
Skills
- Talent acquisition
- Employee relations
- HR policy development
- Career development
- HR technology
- Organizational development
- HR analytics
- Succession planning
- Retention strategies
Affiliations
- Demonstrated exceptional community commitment through sustained volunteer service spanning multiple organizations, dedicating over 2,000 hours to youth development and community support.
- Led youth sports programs as head coach across YMCA and Military Child & Youth Services programs, while simultaneously supporting humanitarian initiatives at local food banks, shelters, and Ronald McDonald House locations.
- Consistently served multiple organizations concurrently, positively impacting hundreds of families through hands-on engagement and mentorship. Created lasting connections between military and civilian communities through active volunteerism and youth program leadership, exemplifying selfless service beyond duty requirements.
Timeline
Instructor
U.S. Army
08.2022 - 08.2024
Battalion Human Resources Officer
U.S. Army
12.2019 - 08.2022
Company Commander
U.S. Army
12.2017 - 12.2019
Company Executive Officer
U.S. Army
03.2016 - 12.2017
Infantry Platoon Leader
U.S. Army
03.2015 - 03.2016
Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Shop NCOIC
U.S. Army
03.2010 - 03.2015
Master of Arts - Public Administration
Columbus State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Delaware State University