LaVincent V Harris
Fort Worth
Summary
A highly adaptable and results-oriented professional with a strong background in human resources, content management, and data integration. Proven ability to develop and implement effective HR strategies, create and manage engaging content, and streamline data processes to improve organizational efficiency. Expertise in providing guidance and support to management and employees, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement. Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my skills and experience to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Content Engineering and Curation
Avue Technologies
04.2022 - 02.2025
- Developed occupational content to support classification, recruitment and staffing, performance management, skills survey, and other Avue modules, for government-wide and agency-specific use
- Customized occupational content to meet the needs of individual agency clients
- Conducted research into and studies of existing and emerging occupational areas and related operations to determine the adequacy of ADS classification and staffing content database coverage for various occupational structures (e.g., Title 5, Title 10, etc.)
- Provided advisory services on, and interpretations of, classification, and position management issues to client agency managers and HR specialists
- Implemented content or rules engine changes to ADS modules to incorporate emerging or changing occupational content, and/or to meet new product requirements or client needs
- Developed, tested, and implemented components of the Avue suite of modules for client agencies, including those associated with classification, staffing, performance management, employee relations, etc
- Performed troubleshooting and testing of existing content databases and system functionality
- Provided support to the Avue Concierge Services team, such as building position descriptions to support requests from hiring managers and HR specialists
- Reviewed and categorized content according to established guidelines and taxonomy
- Applied appropriate tags to content to enhance discoverability and user experience
- Analyzed content performance using various metrics to provide insights for content strategy and development
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure content meets quality standards and aligns with company objectives
- Maintained a comprehensive content library and database
- Provided feedback and recommendations on content creation and acquisition based on data analysis
- Continuously optimized content based on performance metrics, user feedback, and industry best practices
- Proofread and edited content to ensure it meets quality standards and adheres to company guidelines
- Collaborated with subject matter experts, cyber professionals, and other stakeholders (data scientists, machine learning engineers, etc.) to gather input, validate content, and incorporate feedback into the framework so the most suitable content is integrated
- Maintained accurate documentation of all AI-related content, revisions, and updates, ensuring version control and accessibility for users
- Managed knowledge-based systems to improve Federal HR Operations and support various HR functions, including talent acquisition, onboarding, classification, performance management, and more
- Validated the knowledge base's accuracy, consistency, and completeness using various verification and validation techniques
- Continuously updated and refined the knowledge base to ensure its relevance, reliability, and effectiveness in addressing evolving HR needs and challenges
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate knowledge engineering solutions into existing systems and processes
- Performed testing of platforms to ensure optimal functionality accuracy and responsiveness
- Analyzed system performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary adjustments
HR Classification Specialist
USDA - Rural Development
09.2020 - 04.2022
- Provided expert position management and classification services having complex issues on a continuing basis to civilian positions, GS-01 through GS-15 and positions under the Federal Wage System
- Worked with and provides advice and guidance to supervisors and managers on organizational and position structures, possible classification changes, impact to employees and related actions in the consideration and formulation of possible solutions to position management issues
- Assured compliance with all legal and regulatory constraints have been met prior to implementing new structures
- Assisted supervisors and managers in the development of new position descriptions, conducts desk audits for positions per management request, implements new OPM classification standards, classifies all positions and prepares evaluation reports
- Responsible for the overall planning and conducting of the formal annual survey of all described positions to ensure the accuracy of the position descriptions, appropriate classifications, and that applicability of Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), competitive level, bargaining code status, etc
- Advised employees, supervisors and managers on grievance and appeal procedures
- Provided advice on personnel problems and management issues in an effort to reach resolution at the lowest level
- Prepared standard operating procedures for the position management and classification program
- Participates in special projects pertaining to position management, staffing, and classification or related matters
- Developed and conducted position management and classification training for supervisors and managers throughout Rural Development
- Provided guidance to assigned programs on qualification matters in regards to applicants and gives advice on best course of action regarding announcements and details
- Conducted sessions with non selected applicants to explain why they didn't make the referred list based off information in resume
- Performed audits on randomly selected positions within the organization to ensure position description is accurately reflective of work being performed
- Lead team in project of transition position description library from SharePoint/shared drive to USA Staffing so position descriptions are more accessible to and easily searchable by managers
- Trained others on position builds, inactivation, updates, corrections, and worklist completions in EmpowHR
- Completed SF-52s for recruitment, promotion, details, termination, change to lower grade, reassignment, etc.; and sends to staffing for processing
HR Classification Specialist
USDA - Food Safety Inspection Service
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Assigned proper pay plan, title, series and grade level for General Schedule (GS) positions ranging from grades 1-15
- Conducted classifications on Federal Wage Systems (FWS), mixed grade/series, and interdisciplinary positions
- Provided advice to managers, supervisors, and program officials to assist in organizing, planning, and assigning work to positions to ensure effective staffing and maximum utilization of personnel
- Evaluated organizational structures for functional overlap and structural inefficiencies
- Made recommendations for effective position and grade structure alignment, and associated classification implications
- Interpreted directives, regulations, laws, and procedures to ensure a fiscally responsible program is maintained
- Determined the proper classification of Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), financial disclosure filing requirements (conflict of interest), position sensitivity, supervisory status, bargaining unit, and drug testing
- Prepared evaluation reports on classification determinations and takes action to ensure that positions are continually reviewed for accuracy and relevance
- Developed FLSA, position sensitivity, financial disclosure, position management and classification instructional material for customers and other HR personnel; presents developed materials as training to internal and external customers as necessary
- Participated in agency-wide classification reviews of positions
- Assisted with special projects and classification appeals
- Conducted position reviews including desk/job/position audits
- Analyzed classification appeals/desk audits and provided supporting materials to explain the basis for the position classification
- Planed and conducted special organizational and occupational studies in response to recognized problems or deficiencies
- Served as mentor to trainees, new Classification Specialist, and Classification Assistants for guidance and advice
- Provided Technical advice and guidance to other specialist and assistance
- Conducted Behavioral Event Interview training for FSIS Staff
Campaign Manager
Fresh Success Marketing Group
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Conducted HR interviews for potential business partners seeking employment with Fresh Success Marketing Group
- Accountable for multiple clients/events; keeping track of all inventory, display, equipment needed to be compliant with retailer and client, and staffing of direct marketing rep
- Trained, coached, and developed a team of 3-5 direct marketing representatives and campaign managers on mastering a systematic structure to sell and promote products inside retailers
- Traveled to other marketing offices in the U.S
- To assist other managers and executives develop growth in the office by training and coaching their direct marketing reps and Campaign Managers
- Assisted in the daily growth and development of assigned campaigns
- Assisted with efforts of customer acquisition and retention
- Expertly managed the needs of external customers
- Developed strong leadership and interpersonal skills in team members
- Drove sales through retail promotional campaigns
- Built brand recognition through local events and experiential marketing
- Strategized, executed and managed retail events with the Brand Ambassador teams
- Interacted and communicated with managers and customers inside large retail stores
- Problem solved and made professional judgment on whether customers qualify for the in-store services that the firm's clients offer
- Conducted lead generation and maintained and developed a client base for our clients who offer the in-store services
- Aided marketing and advertising associates and senior staff with specific projects related to each client
Human Resources Specialist (Classification)
Department of the Air Force
09.2016 - 05.2018
- Provided position classification services for civilian positions across the Air Force (AF)
- Used mental judgment, made public contact or coordinated with managers to differentiate subtle differences in position classification criteria
- Classified positions by reference to Office of Personnel Management (OPM) classification standards, precedent-setting appeal decisions, and other guidance; and often made fine distinctions in crediting factor levels for positions
- Determined adequacy of Core Personnel Documents (CPDs); conducted employee or supervisory audits to determine accuracy of the Documents; resolved areas of inaccuracy with supervisors
- Determined title, pay plan, series, grade level, and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) coverage; and developed evaluation statements
- Planned and performed studies and assisted managers and supervisors in identifying instances of job dilution, supervisory layering, and other signs of poor position management
- Participated in self-assessment reviews, reviews of draft classification standards, outsourcing, and other special projects as they may arose
- Provided written reports and/or briefings outlining findings and recommendations, and coordinated results with activities both within and outside the organization
- Made authoritative judgments; and prepared effective analyses, briefings and reports
- Researched, gathered facts, and used effective analytical and evaluative methods to accurately assess information and made sound decisions involving position management problems
Banking and Insurance Solutions Specialist
United Services Automobile Association
09.2014 - 07.2016
- Researched, analyzed, and interpreted technical data such as rules, regulations, and procedures daily for customers who contact the association to start, adjust, or further understand their policies
- Utilized various office automation software programs, tools, and techniques to support everyday business operations and produce a variety of documents such as letters, reports, and spreadsheets
- Communicated effectively, both orally and in writing, with customers and coworkers on a daily basis
- Prepared presentation and teams on proper way to engage with members to ensure their financial protection
Team Leader
14th Combat Support Hospital
07.2013 - 08.2014
- Utilized various software programs, tools and techniques to produce spreadsheets, databases, and graphs to prepare rotational laboratory skills training plan for the section
- RESULT: Increased the proficiency of assigned soldiers by ensuring they maintained the knowledge and abilities to perform their jobs as Medical Laboratory Technicians
- Researched analyzed rules, regulations, and procedures to prepare and plan platoon level training exercises and oversaw the section's coordinated training during the Hospital's Integrated Teaming Week
- RESULT: Organization of the exercise led to meeting the readiness deadline for ensuring platoon was properly trained on individual tasks in the event of a rapid deployment
Education
Human Resource Management -
Columbia Southern University
01.2014
Psychology -
Columbia Southern University
01.2012
Skills
- English
- Records management
- Customer relations
- Data entry
- Team motivation
- Data governance
- HR policies and procedures
- Team supervision
- Information management
- Research
- Content analysis
- Data classification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chief of Content Engineering and Curation
Avue Technologies
04.2022 - 02.2025
HR Classification Specialist
USDA - Rural Development
09.2020 - 04.2022
HR Classification Specialist
USDA - Food Safety Inspection Service
09.2019 - 09.2020
Campaign Manager
Fresh Success Marketing Group
08.2018 - 06.2019
Human Resources Specialist (Classification)
Department of the Air Force
09.2016 - 05.2018
Banking and Insurance Solutions Specialist
United Services Automobile Association
09.2014 - 07.2016
Team Leader
14th Combat Support Hospital
07.2013 - 08.2014
Psychology -
Columbia Southern University
Human Resource Management -
Columbia Southern University
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