KEVIN FLORES
Pensacola,FL
Summary
Human resources professional with extensive background in developing and executing HR strategies that align with business objectives. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results through effective talent management and employee development. Reliable and adaptable, possessing key skills in organizational development and performance management, ensuring productive and cohesive workforce.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
CoreCivic
Olney Springs, CO
07.2024 - Current
- Served as a strategic HR leader, providing guidance on HR and personnel matters for 280 staff members serving 1500 inmates.
- Spearheaded a turnaround in HR operational efficiency, reducing operational audit findings from 9 (out of 30 inspection points) to 1 in under 6 months, demonstrating a commitment to compliance and process improvement.
- Oversaw local hourly payroll, FMLA/LOA claims, and employee file management, while developing reports for management and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations.
- Championed employee engagement and organizational development by managing new employee orientation, resolving grievances, and implementing HR policies and programs to support facility goals.
- Drove HR operational efficiency by creating management reports, streamlining processes, and implementing effective employee relations practices, contributing to the achievement of facility goals and objectives.
Classification and Service Date Technician
United States Air Force
Randolph AFB, TX
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Interpreted and applied OPM classification standards to accurately determine pay categories, occupational series, titles, and grade levels for 2,000 positions.
- Advised managers and supervisors on all aspects of position classification, including re-descriptions and Delegated Classification Authority.
- Evaluated and improved organizational position management structures to enhance efficiency and workforce utilization.
- Determined Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) coding for position descriptions and interpreted human resources regulations.
TALENT & DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR
FGF Brands LLC
San Antonio, TX
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Served as a talent and development advisor for 30 Senior Leaders on HR/Personnel matters of 600 Team Members.
- Achieved exceptional team engagement with over 600 employees, attaining a remarkable 99% engagement rate through strategic initiatives and fostering a positive work culture.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date personnel records for a large workforce, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and supporting efficient HR operations.
- Received an impressive AA+ rating from a Third-Party Audit, demonstrating a strong commitment to compliance, attention to detail, and adherence to best practices in HR management.
- Successfully hosted and executed the Company's inaugural Employee Relations event, driving maximum participation levels and creating an engaging and memorable experience for employees.
SENIOR HR ADVISOR
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Kirtland Air Base, New Mexico
02.2020 - 09.2022
- Served as a senior advisor for 127 Senior Leaders on HR matters in support of 30K personnel. Personally led a staff of 23 department heads.
- Led and advised for the largest division of Kirtland Air Force Base through personnel, food, fitness, enlistment, morale, and welfare support to 30,000 employees garnering the 2020 Air Forces “Best Large” support agency.
- Facilitated stabilization of the civilian healthcare sectors in Arizona and California to enable care of 3M patients.
- Navigated leadership team through 6 Equal Opportunity and Labor Union disputes via mediated discussions, scheduling conflict management training, and work schedule implementation.
- Synchronized personnel and transportation divisions and developed a data map that cemented Standard Operating Procedures for continuous airlift travel support to and from Aviano Air Base, Italy.
- Projected $5M+ in annual savings by implementing an advanced employee evaluation web and smart phone application in tandem with a tech solution agency adopted by 5 higher Headquarters offices.
- Navigated leadership team through 6 Equal Opportunity and Labor Union disputes via mediated discussions, scheduling conflict management training, and work schedule implementation.
AVIATION HR SUPERVISOR
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Aviano Air Base, Italy
10.2017 - 08.2020
- Engineered and implemented efficient onboarding solutions, mirroring the support for a seamless agent onboarding process, achieving 24-hour turnaround for 22 agencies. Secured and implemented operational software across 15 processing points, ensuring seamless transitions and positive support with technology needs.
- Identified emotional turmoil and produced a televised roundtable of 6 subject matter experts and delivered a safe and socially distant resolution to 677 employees and their family members.
- Orchestrated an enterprise-wide virtual morale event with 15 entertainers over 4 days with 4,200 participants showcasing marketing programs and office culture initiatives.
- Drove solution and resolved complaints impacting 10,000 employees and family members by creating the first mobile Human Resource management office providing flexible support throughout 119 programs to 2,000 shift workers.
- Synchronized personnel and transportation divisions and developed a data map that cemented Standard Operating Procedures for continuous airlift travel support to and from Aviano Air Base, Italy.
- Managed safety program with $260M in facilities identified and fixed 187 safety discrepancies meanwhile sourcing local OSHA 30-hour course for 24 subordinates with lifetime certification.
HR MANAGER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Aviano Air Base, Italy
10.2016 - 10.2018
- Served as the team lead of 28 employees including 2 Foreign Nationals. Advised 4 Senior Managers and integrated 2 new divisions ensuring on boarding, integration, and administrative support for 861 employees and $220M in assets.
HR READINESS MANAGER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Travis AFB, CA
04.2014 - 09.2016
- Served as lead for on-boarding and database management for 6,200 employees. Saved $200K annually, removed 720 process hours, streamlined records of 35,000 employees, and automated Senior Leader personnel reports for two agencies.
GLOBAL OPERATIONS & TRAINING PERSONNEL MANAGER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Hickam AFB, HI
04.2011 - 04.2014
- Guided command’s deployment of 35K Air Force personnel to 72 real-world contingencies along with 68 exercises. Processed 337 personnel requirements and supported the Republic of the Philippines recovery from destructive Typhoon enabling 2,000 tons of critical aid to 100K victims. Garnered $400K continuous support for Joint Prisoner of War and Missing in Action recovery operations missions. Effectively executed $6M budget as a lead planner.
INSTALLATION PERSONNEL RELIABILITY PROGRAM MANAGER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Korea
04.2010 - 04.2011
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve strategic project objectives and improve operational efficiency for nuclear operations.
PERSONNEL MANAGER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Pensacola, FL
04.2009 - 04.2010
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to promote employee growth for over 500 employees.
Education
Bachelors - Human Resources
Wayland Baptist University
01.2026
Associates of Applied Science - Human Resources
Community College of The Air Force
Maxwell Air Base, AL01.2017
Skills
- Talent Acquisition and Management
- Workforce Planning
- Project Management
- Benefits & Compensation
- Interpersonal and Coaching
- Conflict/Issue Resolution
- HRIS Implementation Compliance and Employee Relations & Retention
- Organization/Leadership Development
- Equal Employment Hiring Practices
- HR Policy, Process & System Design
- Change Management/Succession Planning
- Culture Development & Transformation
- Workforce Analytics & HR Metrics
- Organizational Transformation
- Liaison & Communications Agent
- Microsoft Office Suite (365)
- Written, Verbal, Critical Thinking
- ZOOM, Slack, ChatGPT Experience
- Recruitment Systems (Indeed, Linkedin)
- Records management
Websites
Certification
- USAF Senior Leaders Academy
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
- Sexual Assault & Suicidal Prevention
- Deliberate Crisis Action Planning Course
- Emotional Intelligence Training
Awards
Meritorious Service Medal (2), Commendation Medal (5), Achievement Medal (3)
Timeline
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
CoreCivic
07.2024 - Current
Classification and Service Date Technician
United States Air Force
01.2023 - 05.2024
TALENT & DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR
FGF Brands LLC
11.2022 - 11.2023
SENIOR HR ADVISOR
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
02.2020 - 09.2022
AVIATION HR SUPERVISOR
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
10.2017 - 08.2020
HR MANAGER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
10.2016 - 10.2018
HR READINESS MANAGER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
04.2014 - 09.2016
GLOBAL OPERATIONS & TRAINING PERSONNEL MANAGER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
04.2011 - 04.2014
INSTALLATION PERSONNEL RELIABILITY PROGRAM MANAGER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
04.2010 - 04.2011
PERSONNEL MANAGER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
04.2009 - 04.2010
Bachelors - Human Resources
Wayland Baptist University
Associates of Applied Science - Human Resources
Community College of The Air Force