KENETRIA BENTON
Mansfield,TX
Summary
U.S. military veteran with 20 years of experience in administrative and operational roles, consistently delivering exceptional results. Adept at navigating complex challenges, demonstrating strong organizational and communication skills to ensure seamless operations. Expertise includes administrative support, resource management, and meticulous record keeping. Dedicated to bringing transferable skills and an unwavering work ethic to excel as an Executive Assistant in a civilian capacity. Career supported by an active Secret Security Clearance, reflecting a commitment to security and confidentiality.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Manager | Administrative Team Leader
U.S. Navy
03.2022 - 07.2024
- Advocated for enlisted personnel while leading and directing command goals, concurrently serving as the 'go-to person' for administrative tasks
- Orchestrated divisional communications, ensuring the smooth flow of information, resulting in a 20% reduction in communication errors and alignment with command goals, enhancing operational efficiency
- Achieved a 15% improvement in administrative task efficiency as the go-to expert for the division, maintaining accurate records and meeting deadlines consistently
- Actively represented enlisted personnel's concerns and views, contributing to a 10% increase in workforce engagement and collaboration, improving productivity and morale
- Over 5 years of experience supporting senior DoD leadership in a fast-paced environment
- Proven track record in providing high-level administrative support to executives
- Strong ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Navigational Supervisor | Team Leader
U.S. Navy
05.2020 - 03.2022
- Led a team of 40 employees, guaranteeing safe navigation and equipment maintenance, and mentored junior personnel for enhanced operational readiness
- Directed a 10-member team, ensuring the safe operation and maintenance of navigation equipment, maintaining a spotless safety record over 2 years
- Trained and mentored 38 junior employees and junior executives through challenging conditions, resulting in the qualification of three watch teams and successful support for 75 critical events
- Managed a team of 71 employees and improved security protocols while developing a stress control program for 300+ individuals, enhancing their readiness for demanding operational environments
Training & Operations Program Coordinator
U.S. Navy
02.2017 - 05.2020
- Spearheaded training for 10 employees and vessel maintenance, achieving peak operational readiness and safety while delivering diverse instruction methods
- Motivated and mentored a team of 10 employees while overseeing the maintenance of two high-value vessels valued at $5.8M each, ensuring optimal operational readiness and exemplary performance
- Trained 1500+ midshipmen in ship handling, navigation, and underwater watch standing, conducting 200 labs and 50 underway training sessions, resulting in the safe operation of vessels during 12 restricted water transitions and sea trials
- Directed teaching activities, delivered training materials, administered tests, and counseled employees, resulting in a 95% student success rate
Administrative Coordinator | Personnel Records Manager
U.S. Navy
07.2015 - 02.2017
- Processed correspondence and oversaw personnel readiness for 206 employees, resulting in improved accountability and achieved departmental success by ensuring operational efficiency and personnel accountability
- Oversaw the processing and tracking correspondence for 206 employees, ensuring the timely submission of muster reports and handling 1000+ documents, including evaluations, awards, and assessments; achieved departmental success
- Managed the medical and dental readiness of 206 employees, maintaining a 100% readiness status, integrating personnel into the department, and processing the transition of personnel returning to the fleet, separating, or retiring
- Created a personnel tracker that substantially improved accountability and streamlined record-keeping processes, enhancing the department's efficiency and organization
Navigation Specialist | Maritime Operations Coordinator
U.S. Navy
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Oversaw shipboard navigation operations, ensuring safety and efficiency through comprehensive briefings, achieving full compliance, and maintaining precise calculations, significantly reducing errors and accident-free operations
- Conducted regular navigational briefings, ensuring smooth ship operations, resulting in a 15% reduction in navigational errors
- Performed essential watch duties for ship navigation, utilizing navigational publications, timekeeping, and adherence to maritime regulations, achieved 100% compliance with safety protocols contributing to accident-free operations
- Managed shipboard operations, including weather tracking, tides, and navigational logs
- Employed various tools and calculations to ensure precise navigation, resulting in zero accidents or safety incidents
Education
General Business
University of North Texas At Dallas
Dallas, TXSkills
- Administrative Support
- Organizational Skills
- Communication
- Time Management
- Record Keeping
- Navigation
- Safety Compliance
- Briefing
- Data Entry
- Resource Management
Technicalcompetencies
Microsoft Office Suite 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), SharePoint, Salesforce, Gmail, Calendar, Contacts, Meet & Chat, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Mac, Microsoft Windows, iOS, Android, Secret
Attributes
Coordinated and optimized complex schedules, appointments, and tasks, resulting in highly efficient day-to-day operations., Facilitated effective communication with executives, team members, and external partners through clear written and verbal interactions while maintaining confidentiality., Adapted to dynamic and fast-paced work environments, handling unexpected challenges and shifting priorities with professionalism and composure.
Timeline
Administrative Manager | Administrative Team Leader
U.S. Navy
03.2022 - 07.2024
Navigational Supervisor | Team Leader
U.S. Navy
05.2020 - 03.2022
Training & Operations Program Coordinator
U.S. Navy
02.2017 - 05.2020
Administrative Coordinator | Personnel Records Manager
U.S. Navy
07.2015 - 02.2017
Navigation Specialist | Maritime Operations Coordinator
U.S. Navy
07.2014 - 07.2015
General Business
University of North Texas At Dallas