Maria Hernandez
Copperas Cove,TX
Summary
Accomplished Senior Human Resources Manager with a distinguished career in the US Army, adept at HR policies and procedures, and leadership training and development. Spearheaded strategic HR projects, enhancing organizational effectiveness by 30%. Excelled in mentoring, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. Proficient in Microsoft Office, with a proven track record in building morale and managing staff.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Human Resources Manager
US Army
Fort Cavazos, TX
09.2022 - Current
- Evaluated employee onboarding programs and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.
- Managed complex HR projects, leading to increased organizational effectiveness and collaboration.
- Facilitated open forums between employees and management to foster trust-building dialogue and promote transparency.
- Mentored junior HR professionals on best practices within the field, contributing to their professional development journey as future leaders in the industry.
- Evaluated HR policies and procedures regularly, making recommendations for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Developed customized training modules to address skill gaps and improve workforce capabilities.
Senior Small Group Leader
US Army
Columbia, SC
06.2019 - 07.2022
- Served as a mentor figure within the small group setting, offering guidance on both academic and personal matters.
- Improved communication skills among group members through targeted icebreakers and team-building exercises.
- Managed diverse groups of individuals, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
- Organized regular meetings to review session materials and plan engaging discussions around key topics.
- Connected with external resources such as guest speakers or community organizations to enrich the learning experience for participants.
- Addressed conflicts within the group promptly and effectively, maintaining a harmonious environment conducive to learning.
- Evaluated program outcomes, utilizing feedback to continually improve and adapt the small group leader approach.
Human Resources Planner
US Army
Killeen, Tx
05.2016 - 04.2019
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
- Identified potential risks, implementing mitigation plans to minimize impact on project timelines.
- Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, strategizing for on-time, high-quality deliverables.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues.
Drill Sergeant
US Army
Columbia, SC
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Ensured trainees maintained high levels of hygiene, personal appearance, and overall health during their time in basic training.
- Prepared soldiers for future unit training by conducting realistic combat scenarios designed to build confidence under high-stress situations. Included live fire exercises, live hand grenade training, casualty training.
- Evaluated the progress of over 120 trainees every 12 weeks using standardized tests, individual assessments, and performance reviews to determine areas for improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and unique challenges faced by individual trainees.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social And Criminal Justice
Ashford University
San Diego, CA04.2017
Skills
- Succession Planning
- Building morale
- HR policies and procedures
- HR analytics
- Human Resources Operations
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Staff Management
- Training development
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Data and Trends Analysis
- Leadership Training and Development
- Conflict Resolution
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Human Resources Manager
US Army
09.2022 - Current
Senior Small Group Leader
US Army
06.2019 - 07.2022
Human Resources Planner
US Army
05.2016 - 04.2019
Drill Sergeant
US Army
01.2013 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Social And Criminal Justice
Ashford University