MICHAEL THIESFELD
Seneca,SC
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in developing and implementing training and personnel strategies that drive organizational success. Demonstrated ability to enhance program effectiveness and increase stakeholder engagement, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor (Contractor)
U.S. Army Cadet Command |Western Kentucky University and Clemson University
03.2025 - Current
- Delivered military science instruction and training, enabling 39 students to graduate and commission into military service.
- Supported marketing and recruiting efforts, leading to 10% increase in Cadet prospect development for Army ROTC program.
- Designed engaging lesson plans for cadets at military training programs.
- Facilitated leadership development workshops to enhance cadet skills and teamwork.
- Conducted evaluations to assess cadet performance and readiness for military duties.
Senior Human Resources Generalist
United States Army
04.1997 - 03.2025
- Supported human resources programs and services spanning staffing, recruitment, onboarding, sponsorship, talent management, career management, employee recognition, training, education, and performance management.
- Supported recruiting, sourcing, screening, and workforce management activities, contributing to over 80% personnel fill rate across organizations.
- Built productive relationships with executives, leaders, and employees to answer questions, resolve concerns, communicate requirements, and connect individuals with appropriate resources.
- Evaluated organizational processes and resource gaps to identify inefficiencies and recurring challenges, providing recommendations that aligned efforts with strategic priorities and supported senior leaders.
- Conducted quarterly employee feedback sessions to coach and mentor staff, recognize performance, and identify development needs, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Developed and implemented personnel strategies and processes while maintaining accurate records, workforce data, and organizational accountability.
- Prepared the organization for senior-level audits and inspections by ensuring accurate recordkeeping and safeguarding of personnel records.
- Supported HR initiatives across multiple global locations.
Training and Development Manager
United States Army
- Coordinated training, mentorship, and professional development programs using classroom instruction, practical exercises, group sessions, and individual feedback to build employee knowledge and confidence.
- Managed mandatory organizational training requirements, ensuring personnel planned, scheduled, completed, and documented training aligned with individual and leadership development needs.
- Observed and analyzed training across more than 25 human resources information systems during operational missions and exercises, identifying opportunities for clarification and improvement.
- Guided personnel on career progression and promotion opportunities and provided coaching designed to strengthen individual performance and professional growth.
- Progressive Leadership Assignment
Chief Operations Officer
United States Army
- Led a 107-person organization responsible for approximately 30,000 aptitude/special tests, 20,000 medical physicals and inspections, and 9,000 Armed Forces accessions annually.
- Coordinated with military branches, government agencies, and educational institutions to improve recruiting efforts, communication, and processes.
- Conducted quality-assurance reviews of processes and procedures, identifying deficiencies and improving consistency with approved standards.
- Analyzed performance data and metrics to identify trends, assess effectiveness, and support data-driven improvements to operational processes.
- Managed competing priorities, resources, and administrative requirements while maintaining timely delivery and high standards of accountability.
- Progressive Leadership Assignment
Human Resources Planner
United States Army
- Led a five-person team in planning and coordinating enterprise-level human resources products and processes requiring continuous collaboration and integration.
- Observed, coached, and trained mid-to-senior-level organizations in operational planning, process development, and implementation.
- Coordinated movement and accountability of more than 5,000 personnel per month and successfully supported deployment of more than 1,000 personnel without loss of accountability.
- Developed strategic-level HR plans by integrating analytical, logical, and collaborative processes in complex operating environments.
- Progressive Leadership Assignment
Human Resources Policy, Procedures & Doctrine Developer
United States Army
- Planned, organized, coordinated, and conducted enterprise-wide HR development activities supporting more than 800,000 Army personnel and families.
- Collaborated with senior Department of Defense, Army, educational, and organizational partners to integrate information and improve processes.
- Developed and updated standard operating procedures using lessons learned and best practices to improve consistency, clarity, and execution.
- Produced authoritative HR operations and procedures materials and provided analysis and recommendations for organizational requirements.
- Progressive Leadership Assignment
Education
Master's Degree - Business and Organizational Security Management
Webster University
Fort Leavenworth, KSBachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Saint Cloud State University
Associate of Arts - Police Sciences/Law Enforcement
Alexandria Technical College
United States Army Command and General Staff College (CGSC)
Joint and Combined Warfighting School (JCWS), JPME-II
Skills
- New Team Member Onboarding & Orientation
- Training Materials & Resource Coordination
- Follow-Up & Individual Skill Development
- Remote/Independent Work & Time Management
- Virtual/Classroom Training Support
- Professional & Leadership Development
- Training Records & Administrative Tracking
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Coaching, Mentoring & Constructive Feedback
- Process & Systems Instruction
- Clear Written & Verbal Communication
- Microsoft Office 365 & Digital Tools
- Microsoft Office 365: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint HR/Information Systems: Army Records Information Management System (ARIMS), Integrated Personnel and Pay System-Army (IPPS-A) Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows, Mac
- Onboarding & orientation
- Virtual/classroom learning support
- Training coordination
- Coaching & follow-up
- Professional development
- Resource navigation
- Constructive feedback
- Training records
- Digital systems
- Independent work
- Team collaboration
- Clear communication
- Process improvement
- Classroom management
- Student counseling
Personal Information
Title: TRAINING ONBOARDING COACHING TEAM DEVELOPMENT OPERATIONS
Timeline
Instructor (Contractor)
U.S. Army Cadet Command |Western Kentucky University and Clemson University
03.2025 - Current
Senior Human Resources Generalist
United States Army
04.1997 - 03.2025
Training and Development Manager
United States Army
Chief Operations Officer
United States Army
Human Resources Planner
United States Army
Human Resources Policy, Procedures & Doctrine Developer
United States Army
Master's Degree - Business and Organizational Security Management
Webster University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Saint Cloud State University
Associate of Arts - Police Sciences/Law Enforcement
Alexandria Technical College
United States Army Command and General Staff College (CGSC)
Joint and Combined Warfighting School (JCWS), JPME-II