Kenneth Black
Hoover,AL
Summary
Well-qualified Human Resources Manager with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
CHIEF PERSONNEL SPECIALIST
Navy
MILLINGTON, TN
11.2013 - 06.2021
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs and constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with senior management and performed benefits analysis, corrective action planning and big-picture data capturing.
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
Personnel Supervisor
NAVY
GEATA, ITALY
08.2009 - 11.2013
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
Independent Sales and Marketing Representative
NAVY
Atlanta, GA
11.2004 - 08.2013
- Compiled research data and gave professional presentations highlighting finds and recommended optimizations.
- Leveraged on-site observation and personal interviews to identify team and individual strengths.
- Reviewed internal systems and organized training plans to address areas in need of improvement.
- Conducted thorough reviews of operations to devise and deploy improvement strategies.
- Evaluated diverse organizational systems to identify workflow, communication and resource utilization issues.
Personnel Supervisor
Navy
Pascagoula, MS
12.2001 - 11.2004
- Checked legal work status of each candidate and completed related paperwork.
- Coached managers on effective strategies for improving employee relations.
- Conducted background checks and assessed reported information.
- Reviewed paper timesheets and entered in time reporting system.
Sales Consultant
Auburn University
Auburn, AL
11.1999 - 12.2001
- Used consultative sales approach to understand customer needs and recommend relevant offerings.
- Responded to telephone and in-person requests for information.
- Followed up with existing customers to provide additional support and address concerns.
- Provided sales and customer service assistance to walk-in traffic
Personal Assistant
Navy
Jacksonville Beach, FL
11.1995 - 11.1999
- Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
- Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
- Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Park University
Kansas City, MO12.2022
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Park University
Kansas City, MO05.2018
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL10.2012
High School Diploma -
Auburn High School
Auburn, AL05.1995
Skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Labor Relations Coordination
- Compensation and Benefits Administration
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
Timeline
CHIEF PERSONNEL SPECIALIST
Navy
11.2013 - 06.2021
Personnel Supervisor
NAVY
08.2009 - 11.2013
Independent Sales and Marketing Representative
NAVY
11.2004 - 08.2013
Personnel Supervisor
Navy
12.2001 - 11.2004
Sales Consultant
Auburn University
11.1999 - 12.2001
Personal Assistant
Navy
11.1995 - 11.1999
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Park University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Park University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Saint Leo University
High School Diploma -
Auburn High School
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