Matthew DiCriscio
Eighty Four,PA
Summary
Talented professional with expertise in Trainer and Auditor roles. Dynamic public speaker known for meeting demanding training schedules and exceeding management expectations. Considered a valuable asset to any team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Military Training Instructor
USCG
Alexandria, Virginia
06.2022 - 09.2024
- Developed and implemented training plans for new recruits.
- Conducted classroom instruction on military tactics and regulations.
- Instructed members on the proper use of weapons and equipment.
- Assessed individual performance during field exercises.
- Provided feedback to enhance trainee's development.
- Created an environment conducive to learning through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Monitored progress of trainees throughout their program duration.
- Provided guidance on professional conduct, ethics, and military law.
- Participated in meetings with command personnel to discuss strategies for improvement.
- Obtained and organized manuals, guides and visual materials for development and training purposes.
- Selected and assigned instructors to conduct training.
- Created and offered additional materials to enhance training.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
Military Pay Technician
Uscg
04.2016 - 06.2022
- Performed data entry of military pay information into the Defense Joint Military Pay System.
- Prepared, reviewed and processed military pay entitlements for Active Duty and Reserve personnel.
- Assisted with the reconciliation of payroll accounts to ensure accuracy of payment records.
- Ensured compliance with applicable regulations concerning the processing of military pay entitlements.
- Reviewed documentation for accuracy, completeness and timeliness prior to inputting data into DJMS system.
- Provided customer service by answering inquiries from customers regarding their pay issues and concerns.
- Processed special pays such as incentive or hazardous duty pay, reenlistment bonuses.
- Verified that all entries are accurate before submitting them to higher authority for approval.
- Participated in meetings with senior leaders discussing current challenges faced while administering payroll services.
- Tracked employee vacation, personal and sick leave earnings and use.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding payroll and timekeeping.
- Maintained up-to-date payroll records by recording employee exemptions, transfers and resignations.
- Identified discrepancies in records and initiated corrective action as necessary.
- Maintained a secure filing system to store confidential documents related to personnel's payroll information.
- Conducted research on various benefits available to military personnel including housing allowances, subsistence allowances.
- Tracked payments due for each individual employee and provided updates as needed.
- Provided support during audits conducted by external agencies such as Department of Defense Inspector General's Office.
- Compiled statistics, statements and reports on pay and benefits to submit to department heads.
- Processed new employee paperwork and entered information into payroll system.
- Accurately processed data, validation and transmission for weekly, semi-monthly and sales payrolls.
Education
High School Diploma -
Norwin Senior High School
Irwin, PA05.2011
Skills
- Personnel Management
- Recruitment Strategies
- Instructional Techniques
- Career Counseling
- Regulation compliance
- Assignment Delegation
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Data Entry
- Organizational Skills
- Human Resources
- Active Listening
- Reliability
- Clear Communication
- Quality Assurance
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Professional Demeanor
Certification
Advanced mishap and analysis reporting
Leadership and management school graduate
Coast Guard surge staffing certification
Timeline
Military Training Instructor
USCG
06.2022 - 09.2024
Military Pay Technician
Uscg
04.2016 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Norwin Senior High School