Krista A. Just
Washington
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven leader with a proven track record in high-pressure environments. Excels in team management, strategic planning, and operational execution. Former Army Infantry Officer with executive-level administrative expertise in the Department of Defense. Adept at streamlining processes, driving efficiency, and leading diverse teams to mission success. Ready to leverage military-honed leadership and analytical skills in a civilian role to deliver measurable impact.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Executive Administrative Assistant
Office of the Under Secretary of Defense, Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD(A&S)), DASD (Platform and Weapon Portfolio Management)
01.2025 - Current
- Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining administrative processes for the DASD, Nuclear Matters office.
- Managed high-stakes correspondence and suspense actions with 100% accuracy, ensuring timely responses to leadership directives.
- Optimized personnel workflow, coordinating official travel arrangements and orders using DTS, reducing processing time by 30%.
- Led calendar management, efficiently scheduling executive meetings, conferences, and strategic engagements.
- Improved data analysis & reporting, developing spreadsheets and conducting detailed research to inform policy decisions.
- Directed cross-agency collaboration, spearheading projects that advanced organizational goals within the Pentagon structure.
Adjutant & BN S1 - Personnel Officer
U.S. Army
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Led battalion-level personnel operations, overseeing scheduling and coordination for senior leaders while enhancing mission readiness.
- Implemented process improvements, cutting administrative response time by 40% through workflow optimization.
- Strengthened unit cohesion, collaborating with Paratrooper families and leading community outreach initiatives.
- Planned and executed complex logistics, including heavy equipment drop coordination and air movement planning.
BN S1 - Personnel Officer
U.S. Army
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed 1,000+ personnel actions, ensuring timely and accurate processing with zero discrepancies.
- Led a 14-Soldier team, mentoring and training personnel to improve operational proficiency.
- Implemented tracking systems, increasing administrative efficiency and reducing paperwork delays by 50%.
- Facilitated high-impact deployments, coordinating movement of 100-800 Paratroopers across multiple locations.
Student - Infantry Basic Officer Leadership Course (IBOLC)
U.S. Army
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Mastered military tactics and leadership principles, earning recognition for superior performance.
Medical Technician
Dominion Senior Living
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Improved patient care protocols, enhancing efficiency in resident support and clinical procedures.
- Delivered quality healthcare assistance, collaborating with medical professionals to ensure precision in treatment.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Biology
Furman University
Greenville, SC05.2022
Skills
- Team leadership and mentoring
- Operational efficiency enhancement
- Results-oriented application of creative approaches
- Proficient in stakeholder engagement
- Transforming data into actionable plans
- Administrative support proficiency
- Technical Proficiency – Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, Power BI
- High-level multitasking
- Confidentiality and discretion
- Office administration expertise
- Expert calendar management
- Professional meeting coordination
- Schedule & calendar planning
- Office administration
- Professional and mature
- Conflict management
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
Awards
Distinguished Military Graduate
Certification
- CAP - Certified Administrative Professional
- [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Senior Executive Administrative Assistant
Office of the Under Secretary of Defense, Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD(A&S)), DASD (Platform and Weapon Portfolio Management)
01.2025 - Current
Adjutant & BN S1 - Personnel Officer
U.S. Army
05.2024 - 12.2024
BN S1 - Personnel Officer
U.S. Army
03.2023 - 05.2024
Student - Infantry Basic Officer Leadership Course (IBOLC)
U.S. Army
06.2022 - 11.2022
Medical Technician
Dominion Senior Living
05.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Biology
Furman University
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