Maica Janique Cube
San Diego,CA
Summary
Mission-focused U.S. Navy Veteran and former Personnel Specialist Leading Petty Officer with 8 years of hands-on leadership in HR, payroll, legal, and team operations. Proven ability to lead teams, oversee complex HR functions, and ensure policy compliance in high-tempo environments. Seeking a managerial role in HR, payroll, or administrative operations where I can apply my leadership, organizational expertise, and commitment to service excellence to support mission success and team development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personnel Specialist/Division Leading Petty Officer
U.S. Navy Active Duty
Oceanside, California
12.2021 - Current
- Supervised and led a team of 50 junior personnel in the daily execution of human resources, administrative, and pay operations supporting a command of over 2,000 Sailors and 1,600 civilian staff.
- Managed and reviewed transactions related to travel claims (DTS), leave, special pay, separations, evaluations, and award processing with 100% compliance and zero discrepancies during inspections.
Command Pay and Personnel Clerk
U.S. Navy Active Duty
Coronado, California
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Prepared and submitted daily personnel reports, ensuring accurate accountability and real-time readiness data for command leadership.
- Assisted with the onboarding and out-processing of personnel, ensuring complete and compliant record documentation.
- Counseled Sailors on pay, leave, and benefits, resolving issues with professionalism and discretion.
- Ensured strict adherence to DoD and Navy policies related to HIPAA, PII, and financial data security.
Undesignated Seaman
U.S. Navy Active Duty
Yokosuka, Japan, FPO
09.2017 - 04.2021
- Maintained high levels of physical endurance, teamwork, and attention to detail in fast-paced and often hazardous conditions.
- Completed required Navy training on safety, damage control, firefighting, and shipboard operations.
- Operated the ship’s helm and engine order telegraph during routine navigation, restricted maneuvering, replenishment at sea (UNREP), and combat evolutions.
- Executed precise steering commands from Officer of the Deck (OOD) and maintained safe course and speed based on navigation and tactical requirements.
Education
College of The Holy Spirit of Tarlac
Tarlac, Philippines, FPOSkills
- Human resources management
- Data analysis
- Employee relations management
- Employee engagement
- Workforce planning
- Team leadership & supervisor
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Strong verbal & written communicating
- Mission focused
- Time management & multitasking
- Conflict resolution
- Emergency Response
- Routine inspections & preventive maintenance
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tagalog
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Drug and Alcohol Program Advisor
- Assistant Education Service Officer
- Coalition for Sailors Against Destructive Decisions Member
- Public Affairs Officer
- Suicide Prevention Coordinator
Certification
- Navy Leadership Development Course
- Defense Travel System Certification
- Command Pay and Personnel Administrator
- Basic Life Support/CPR Certification
- OPSEC/Cyber Awareness/PII Certification
- Real Estate License
- Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection Certification
- Search and Rescue Swimmer
- Advanced Damage Control Certification
- Operational Risk Management Certification
Accomplishments
- Sailor of The Year - Camp Pendleton, 2024
- Junior Sailor of The Quarter - Beachmaster Unit One, 2021
- Bluejacket Sailor of The Year - USS Blue Ridge, 2019
- Good Conduct Medal (3x)
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal (2x)
- Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal
- Joint Service Achievement Medal
Timeline
Personnel Specialist/Division Leading Petty Officer
U.S. Navy Active Duty
12.2021 - Current
Command Pay and Personnel Clerk
U.S. Navy Active Duty
04.2021 - 12.2021
Undesignated Seaman
U.S. Navy Active Duty
09.2017 - 04.2021
College of The Holy Spirit of Tarlac