JENNIFER GRIFFIN
Chesapeake,Virginia
Summary
Directed human resources operations and workforce planning initiatives across large, geographically dispersed organizations for over 23 years. Championed personnel administration, manpower planning, and workforce readiness strategies. Oversaw travel and relocation operations, mobilization, and compliance efforts. Advised leadership and supported employees through complex life-cycle events. Educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in philosophy, fostering strong analytical reasoning and ethical judgment. Recognized as a commissioned notary public and certified loan signing agent, insured and a member of the national notary association.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SkillBridge Internship – Administrative Assistant & Project Manager
White Knight Labs (USN - Skillbridge)
Remote
07.2025 - 12.2025
- Provided administrative and project coordination support to cross-functional technical teams, ensuring schedules, documentation, and deliverables remained on track.
- Managed calendars, meetings, and action items for leadership and project stakeholders, improving communication and follow-through.
- Tracked project milestones, timelines, and dependencies, identifying risks and escalating issues to leadership as needed.
- Prepared and maintained project documentation, status reports, and meeting notes to support transparency and decision-making.
- Streamlined administrative and project management processes, improving efficiency and reducing delays.
Human Resources Operations Specialist
United States Navy
Virginia Beach, VA
11.2022 - 12.2025
- Provided enterprise-level HR and administrative support across operational and reserve organizations.
- Managed end-to-end personnel actions, including onboarding, transfers, separations, promotions, and retirement processing in compliance with federal and organizational policies.
- Served as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees on HR procedures, benefits, entitlements, and workforce readiness requirements.
- Oversaw sensitive personnel records and ensured accuracy, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated cross-functional HR support for operational units, improving response time and employee experience along with Command Educational Service Officer and Casualty Calls Officer Duties.
Travel Program Lead
United States Navy
Norfolk, VA
11.2018 - 01.2023
- Led HR operations and travel administration for a large reserve force, supporting mission readiness across multiple commands.
- Managed travel authorizations, reimbursements, and compliance, ensuring accurate processing and fiscal accountability.
- Coordinated workforce movement and operational support for training, mobilizations, and special assignments; collaborated with senior leaders to forecast requirements and align personnel resources.
- Developed and enforced standardized procedures that improved efficiency and reduced processing errors; acted as a liaison between employees, leadership, and finance offices to resolve complex HR and travel issues.
- Maintained workforce tracking tools and reports to monitor staffing levels, readiness, and projected personnel needs, supporting data-informed leadership decisions.
Workforce Planning & Manpower Analyst
United States Navy
Virginia Beach, VA
11.2015 - 11.2018
- Directed workforce planning and manpower allocation for a high-tempo operational unit.
- Analyzed staffing requirements, identified gaps, and recommended personnel solutions to leadership and maintained accurate manpower documents and personnel rosters to support operational readiness.
- Collaborated with senior leaders to align personnel resources with mission priorities; supported employee career progression through assignment coordination and workforce planning initiatives.
- Evaluated position structures, role requirements, and billet alignment to ensure workforce configurations met organizational needs and complied with established manpower policies.
- Led coordination of personnel reassignments and workforce adjustments, minimizing staffing disruptions while maintaining operational continuity.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
American Public University
Skills
Directed employee management initiatives to foster a collaborative and efficient work environment
Formulated and implemented strategic plans to enhance operational efficiency and drive growth
Implemented efficient records management systems to support organizational compliance and operational efficiency
Certification
- Notary Public, National Notary Association
- Loan Signing Agent, National Notary Association
Military Education
- U.S. Maps Computer Operator
- U.S. Maps Administrative Services Manager
Technical Competencies
Microsoft Office Suite 365, Mac / Microsoft Windows
Timeline
SkillBridge Internship – Administrative Assistant & Project Manager
White Knight Labs (USN - Skillbridge)
07.2025 - 12.2025
Human Resources Operations Specialist
United States Navy
11.2022 - 12.2025
Travel Program Lead
United States Navy
11.2018 - 01.2023
Workforce Planning & Manpower Analyst
United States Navy
11.2015 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
American Public University