Marquis Bailey
Lavergne
Summary
Human Resources and HR Operations leader with over 10 years of experience supporting employee relations, performance management, compliance, workforce planning, and HR operations in highly regulated environments. Proven ability to advise managers on disciplinary actions, investigations, and employee development while ensuring compliance with U.S. employment laws and internal policies. Experienced in HRIS administration, benefits and payroll coordination, HR analytics, and workforce planning. MBA–Human Resources candidate with progressive leadership experience across HR operations, people management, compliance, and organizational effectiveness.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Management Analyst/HR Strategy Manager
Navy Manpower Analysis Center
Norfolk, VA
08.2025 - Current
- Advise senior leaders on workforce structure, staffing strategies, and organizational effectiveness through analysis of manpower demand, utilization, and capability gaps across 60+ organizations.
- Translate workforce data into actionable HR metrics to support workforce planning, talent alignment, and long-range human capital decisions.
- Develop and maintain workforce analytics reports used to evaluate staffing effectiveness, readiness, and resource allocation.
- Partner with leadership to identify staffing inefficiencies and recommend corrective actions to improve workforce utilization and reduce avoidable labor costs.
- Support enterprise HR decision-making by aligning workforce data with organizational strategy and operational requirements.
Director of Workforce Operations (HR & Workforce Management)
Military Entrance Processing Station
Fort Lee, VA
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Led daily HR and workforce operations for a high-volume, civilian-heavy organization, overseeing employee relations, performance management, timekeeping, leave administration, and personnel actions.
- Served as the primary escalation point for employee relations matters, including coaching, corrective actions, investigations, restructures, and separations.
- Advised managers on disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, employee development, and sensitive personnel matters in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
- Ensured compliance with federal employment requirements and organizational policies by enforcing standardized HR procedures and maintaining accurate employee records within HRIS and pay systems.
- Administered timekeeping, leave, and personnel data while ensuring data integrity and confidentiality across HR systems.
- Supported workforce planning, onboarding, and training initiatives to ensure operational continuity and staffing readiness.
- Coordinated with senior leadership and external stakeholders to manage incident reporting, compliance reviews, and continuity of operations planning.
Operations Manager (Assistant Department Head/Asst Operations Officer)
US Navy
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Managed multi-division operations with responsibility for personnel supervision, performance expectations, and workforce readiness across complex operational teams.
- Supported managers and supervisors in performance management, accountability, and workforce discipline.
- Coordinated training programs and professional development initiatives to support sustained workforce readiness and employee proficiency.
- Planned and managed personnel schedules to balance operational demand, staffing availability, and mission priorities.
Electrical Plant Manager (Electrical Officer)
US Navy
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Led a technical division of 15–40 personnel, overseeing performance management, training, safety compliance, and employee development.
- Conducted performance counseling, documented employee performance, and enforced standards of conduct and accountability.
- Managed workforce schedules, qualifications, and readiness to support continuous operations in a high-risk environment.
- Ensured compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational standards while maintaining accurate personnel and maintenance records.
GRC Analyst/Data Coordinator
US Navy
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Conducted compliance assessments and risk analyses against federal and organizational standards to evaluate control effectiveness and regulatory adherence.
- Supported internal and external audits by maintaining documentation, validating records, and ensuring compliance with applicable requirements.
- Developed policies, procedures, and training materials to support compliance, risk management, and organizational governance.
- Delivered executive-level briefings translating compliance and risk data into actionable insights for leadership.
Team Supervisor (Assistant Leading Petty Officer)
US Navy
06.2012 - 11.2017
- Supervised frontline personnel and supported daily workforce operations, attendance tracking, and personnel accountability.
- Assisted with employee evaluations, awards, disciplinary documentation, and personnel record maintenance.
- Mentored junior employees and coordinated training, certifications, and professional development initiatives.
- Administered personnel security processes, including onboarding, offboarding, eligibility tracking, and separation actions.
- Maintained confidential personnel records and supported compliance reviews and internal inspections.
- Assisted with employee training related to security awareness and compliance requirements.
- Administered personnel security processes, including onboarding, offboarding, eligibility tracking, and separation actions.
- Maintained confidential personnel records and supported compliance reviews and internal inspections.
- Assisted with employee training related to security awareness and compliance requirements.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources
Liberty University
05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology Management
American Public University System
05.2019
Skills
- Employee Relations & Investigations
- Performance Management & Corrective Action
- HR Operations & HRIS Administration
- Workforce Planning & Talent Management
- Benefits & Compensation Administration
- Payroll and Timekeeping Coordination
- Employment Law Compliance (FMLA, ADA, EEO)
- HR Analytics & Executive Reporting
- Manager Coaching & Leadership Support
Certification
- Professional In Human Resources March 2025 to March 2028
- TS/SCI May 2022 to May 2027
Languages
English
Timeline
Management Analyst/HR Strategy Manager
Navy Manpower Analysis Center
08.2025 - Current
Director of Workforce Operations (HR & Workforce Management)
Military Entrance Processing Station
06.2024 - 08.2025
Operations Manager (Assistant Department Head/Asst Operations Officer)
US Navy
05.2023 - 06.2024
Electrical Plant Manager (Electrical Officer)
US Navy
11.2021 - 05.2023
GRC Analyst/Data Coordinator
US Navy
04.2021 - 11.2021
Team Supervisor (Assistant Leading Petty Officer)
US Navy
06.2012 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology Management
American Public University System
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources
Liberty University