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Maria Payen Vargas

Clarksville,TN

Summary

With a proven track record at DFAS, I excel in migrating systems and enhancing personnel management processes. Expert in benefits administration and fostering positive work environments, I have significantly improved employee engagement and streamlined HR operations. My skills in recruitment and leadership ensure compliance and efficiency in fast-paced settings.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Technician

DFAS
08.2022 - Current
  • Migrated legacy army system to new technology that integrates all three army components, Army Active Component, Army Reserve component, and Army National Guard into one system to ease the processing of all personnel actions.
  • Fielded accountability systems for the Europe deployment to properly and accurately account for soldiers as they deploy in and out of theater.
  • Maintained personnel records and data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Monitored subordinate performance, addressing issues in accordance with unit policies and procedures.

Senior Human Resources Sergeant

DFAS
11.2018 - 07.2022
  • Responsible for overseeing all aspects of personnel management within the organization.
  • Processed member actions, managed awards and promotions, conducted performance evaluations, and oversaw financial and workforce planning.
  • Ensured compliance with organizational policies and regulations, serving as the primary point of contact for all service member-related administrative matters.
  • Demonstrated expertise in fostering a positive work environment and enhancing employee engagement and retention.

Human Resources Specialist

DFAS
03.2015 - 10.2018

Change this army discription to civilian: administers personnel administrative requests, identification cards and tags, updates personnel records and reviews, assists units in preparing personnel records for upcoming deployments, performs all takes delegated from HR supervisor

Education

Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership

University of Charleston
Charleston, WV
08-2023

Skills

  • Recruitment and selection
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Employment law
  • Benefits administration

Travel

I have traveled to 35 countries, emerging in new cultures and experiences is my favorite teacher. 

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Human Resources Technician

DFAS
08.2022 - Current

Senior Human Resources Sergeant

DFAS
11.2018 - 07.2022

Human Resources Specialist

DFAS
03.2015 - 10.2018

Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership

University of Charleston
Maria Payen Vargas