Jocelin Barthell
Washingon,DC
Summary
Seasoned Personnel Security Specialist with a proven track record at the National Park Service, adept in background investigations and enhancing personnel security protocols. Demonstrates exceptional leadership in workflow coordination and effective communication, significantly improving operational efficiency. Expert in compliance and process improvement, committed to advancing security measures and team development.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personnel Security Specialist
National Park Service
Washington, DC
02.2021 - Current
- Make determinations for those who have regular contact with children, or collect monies, including contractors, volunteers, and civilians associated with programs partnered by the Agency.
- Conducts comprehensive reviews of personnel investigations, reports, and research to resolve complex security issues.
- Develops reports and documented work progress, achievements, and time invested for management to follow.
- Collects relevant background information, or review and research government systems for record repositories, to ascertain whether an individual has undergone prior vetting.
- Independently make preliminary determinations during the initial vetting process, and screen for information that may lead to an unfavorable determination in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
- Assist in developing new policies or programs designed to improve the efficiency of the organization's personnel security operations.
- Provide friendly and professional assistance to employees and applicants.
Personnel Security Specialist
National Park Service
Washington, DC
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Prepared reports and documented findings from investigations into personnel security protocols and procedures.
- Drafted and sent out correspondence related to personnel security matters, such as access authorization decisions.
- Collaborated with various regions within the agency on projects concerning personnel security requirements. Solicits the input of relevant individuals to enhance decision quality.
- Communicated effectively, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, managers, emergency services, and others.
- Constantly evolving to stay currently connected to the Trusted Workforce 2.0. Policy hierarchy.
Personnel Security Specialist
National Parks Service
Washington, DC
08.2016 - 01.2021
- Collected and managed sensitive items, such as government badges, for everyone in the region.
- Performed periodic reviews of existing personnel security files to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Managed customer service inquiries regarding the status of individual investigation applications or processes.
- Created and updated files on each applicant.
Culinary Specialist Management NCO/Instructor Coordinator
US Army Reserves
Newtown Square, PA
08.2005 - 02.2019
- Led, planned, and managed meals for large groups of people, using standardized recipes.
- Managed the team to conduct an inventory of food items and supplies to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Developed menus based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Led efforts to communicate mission objectives to team members, integrating organizational values into monthly operations.
- Monitored and directed training and development for my team, managing workflow to ensure operational efficiency.
Student Trainee (Internship) HR Administration Ass
National Park Service
Washington, DC
11.2015 - 07.2016
- Assisted with administrative tasks, cross-training across departments, and improving data management systems for workflow enhancement.
- Supported staff in organizing events and drafting proposals, building foundational skills for professional development.
Education
BBA - Human Resources Management
Strayer University
Alexandria, VA06-2019
Skills
- Personnel Security Management
- Background Investigations and Adjudications
- Workflow Distribution and Team Coordination
- Records Management and Reporting
- Training and Development
- Process Improvement
- Compliance with federal regulations
- Effective Communication and Presentation Skills
Certification
- Physical Security Certificate 0080
- Licensed credentialing facilities for PIV card activations
Accomplishments
- I have received STAR awards for the previous two years for operations under my management
Timeline
Personnel Security Specialist
National Park Service
02.2022 - 05.2022
Personnel Security Specialist
National Park Service
02.2021 - Current
Personnel Security Specialist
National Parks Service
08.2016 - 01.2021
Student Trainee (Internship) HR Administration Ass
National Park Service
11.2015 - 07.2016
Culinary Specialist Management NCO/Instructor Coordinator
US Army Reserves
08.2005 - 02.2019
- Physical Security Certificate 0080
- Licensed credentialing facilities for PIV card activations
BBA - Human Resources Management
Strayer University
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