Kelvin Hunt
Charlotte,VT
Summary
People-obsessed leader with an impressive record of developing, implementing, and aligning HR strategies with business
objectives. Trusted advisor valued for helping top executive leaders navigate all aspects of human resources while delivering
unique perspectives and strategic insights. Expert in guiding employees, managers, and HR partners through the performance
management journey by conducting critical conversations with high-judgement and sound critical thinking skills. Catalyst for
driving organization-wide change and creating a positive culture where employees can thrive.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Manager with an assigned group of 6k
permanent personnel and serviced over 20,000 customers in three years.
Boosted employee engagement and retention by introducing metrics-based
performance management system.
Pioneered design and implementation of Equal Opportunity Course for 450
leaders to foster a discrimination free environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Equal Opportunity Advisor
U.S. Army Active Duty
Columbia, SC
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Appointed to an EO team to handle a DEI divesture that held over 6,000 Soldiers. Analyzed business and created clear action
plans that optimized results and ensured activity execution within business model. Fostered an environment of continuous
process and staff improvement. Oversaw monthly staff evaluations and one-on-one coaching, corrective actions, and training
programs.
Selected Accomplishments:
Improved engagement and morale through creating “The Care Committee” that focused on facilitating several “lunch
& learns”, developing mentoring opportunities, organizing town halls, and implementing team building events.
Increased representation of underrepresented groups in company (women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and
persons with disabilities) by developing and implementing comprehensive diversity strategy. - Defined core objectives and business missions by leveraging analytics and collaborating with executive staff.
Maximized performance and productivity by preparing and conducting on-going training for organization on key
issues and trends, such as remote team building, creating a high-performance culture, employee engagement,
immigration, performance management, and handling challenging conversations.
Emboldened with the management of 62 Equal Opportunity Leaders across six battalions.
Mail Handler/Senior HR Executive
U.S. Army Active Duty
Columbia , SC
04.2012 - 12.2015
- Operated mail processing equipment and manually sorted mail.
- Sorted incoming mail for delivery to the appropriate departments or individuals.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with mail, packages, and other materials.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves, or bins for transport to recipient or destination.
- Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing mail items.
- Collaborated with other employees to complete large shipment orders and during high-volume mailing periods.
- Reported any discrepancies or damaged packages to supervisor immediately.
Human Resources Manager
U.S. Army Recruiting Command
Fort Eustis, VA
05.2010 - 06.2012
- Transformed HR into strategic business partner in aftermath of end-to-end HR restructuring. Created alignment on HR vision
while forging sustainable HR infrastructure systems, processes, and practices. Supported repositioning and guided retention of
1000 technical, professional, and management-level staff. - Personnel Management
Managed personnel distribution for over 21,000 members of the military / provided oversight
for all actions, requisitions and strength analysis
Developed and implemented new administrative tracking and processing systems to
improve submission to Human Resources division - 20% more efficient
Revitalized the organization’s finance program by implementing a portal-based action
tracking system which greatly improved transactions being processed
Combat Engineer
U.S. Army Active Duty
Hinesville, GA
08.2001 - 01.2010
- Identified hazardous objects such as unexploded ordnance or improvised explosive devices.
- Assisted with construction of defensive positions, bridges, and roads.
- Cleared minefields by locating, marking and detonating explosive hazards safely.
- Located and neutralized various types of mines and IEDs.
- Provided guidance on proper use of explosives when conducting demolitions tasks.
- Conducted reconnaissance operations to identify terrain features and potential threats.
- Successfully guided and supervised mine-clearing line charge loading team with no injuries or accidents.
- Operated wheeled vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways for support of combat operations
- Maintained over $[2.5 Million dollars] in equipment with no loss.
- Used visual methods and mine detectors to identify and locate mines, effectively detonating enemy threats.
- Performed demolitions on enemy fortifications and obstacles.
- Disarmed IEDs using special tools designed for that purpose.
- Led a team of engineers in constructing barriers for force protection purposes.
- Utilized GPS devices to navigate through unfamiliar terrain in hostile environments.
- Performed inspections to keep equipment in working order.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University - Charlotte
Charlotte, NCSome College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NCSkills
- Engineering reconnaissance reporting
- Combat mobility participation
- Supervision and mentoring
- Safety standard enforcement
- Corrective Action Recommendations
- Antitank mine disarmament
- Employee Relations
- Human Resources Management
- Time Management
- Physical Fitness
- Explosive handling
- Situational Awareness
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Weapons Handling
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Strong Work Ethic
- Combat Operations
- Safety Regulations
- Team Collaboration
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Field Reconnaissance
- Training and Development
- Personnel mentoring
- Combat Lifesaver Certification
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Coordinating training
- Relationship Building
- Organizational Skills
- Force Protection
- Decision-Making
- Mission Planning
- Active Listening
- Interpersonal Communication
- Mission preparation
- Reliability
- Problem-Solving
- Goal Setting
- Excellent Communication
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability
- Self Motivation
- Safety Guidelines
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Loyalty
Timeline
Equal Opportunity Advisor
U.S. Army Active Duty
01.2016 - 01.2021
Mail Handler/Senior HR Executive
U.S. Army Active Duty
04.2012 - 12.2015
Human Resources Manager
U.S. Army Recruiting Command
05.2010 - 06.2012
Combat Engineer
U.S. Army Active Duty
08.2001 - 01.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University - Charlotte
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts
Central Piedmont Community College
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