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Military Service
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MICHAEL T. HOPKINS

Human Resources Specialist
Georgetown,KY

Summary

Compassionate, enthusiastic customer care representative seeking to leverage exceptional communication, problem-solving and facilitation skills to expand professional capacity within the Veterans Health Administration. Skilled HR Specialist focused on maximizing results success through effective use of Job aids, Knowledge and personal abilities. Top-notch communicator with excellent time management, administrative and customer service skills. Resourceful Specialist offering expertise in problem-solving, data analysis and customer service. Adept at quickly learning new technologies and processes for driving success. Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects and developing innovative solutions. Forward-thinking Cultivates rapport with individuals to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative improvement strategies. Proficient in Excel and Microsoft. Reliable business professional with experience in project management, process improvement and financial analysis. Proven track record of successfully streamlining business operations and reducing costs. Adept at analyzing data to identify trends and developing strategies to improve efficiency. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Human Resources position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Specialist Recruitment and Placement

Department of Veterans Affairs
06.2022 - Current
  • Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
  • Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
  • Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
  • Championed the adoption of new software tools that streamlined workflows across multiple departments.
  • Implemented customer feedback system to inform product development.
  • Initiated sustainability program, reducing company's environmental impact.
  • Streamlined project delivery processes, reducing completion times significantly.
  • Duties performed as A HR Specialist

WOC appointments, Adhoc NEOs, FEE appts. , new hire coding, customer service,

Issue TJOs/FJOs in USAS

Build new hires in USAS

Special projects

Verify Home land security Identifications

Consulting service on Hiring and Position changes

Customer service to active an Non active VA employee's

EOPF expert ( manged personnel records)

Lead mandatory educational classes for Patient Center Care (3yrs experience) .

Purchase card holder for two years ( manage government Bank Account.


Human Resources Assistant

VA MEDICAL CENTER
10.2019 - 06.2021
  • Delivered outstanding customer service by consistently responding to voicemails and emails from employees, co-workers supervisors, managers, and applicants in a prompt, friendly cooperative and professional manner
  • Quickly obtained expert level proficiency with EOPF
  • Uploading nurse proficiencies and doctor MSLEs into EOPF
  • Responsible for scanning all older documents to load in EOPF
  • Conducts maintenance checks for duplicates or erroneous documents in EOPF
  • Responsible for EOPF uploads for Benefits and Onboarding
  • Proficient in using HR Smart for employment and forgiveness verifications
  • Create and post USAJOBS listings on HR Recruitment boards daily
  • Receive and distribute office mail and deliver outgoing mail to the mailroom daily
  • Responsible for conducting audits on MSLEs to assure proper agreements are in the EOPF file
  • Prepare New Employee Orientation (NEO) folders
  • Proficient in operation of switchboard
  • Create and submit FSC tickets for benefits, employee verifications, TSP and SF1150s
  • Responsible for copying and faxing for the entire office
  • Provides clerical and administrative support for the entire office
  • Volunteered to participate in the COVID-19 screening team (9 weeks)
  • Completed PIV and Personnel Security Training
  • Assisting Benefits team in Processing SF 1150's And EOPF uploading of Health and benefits forms

Information Receptionist

VA MEDICAL CENTER
12.2012 - 09.2019
  • Delivered outstanding customer service to patients, their family members and staff with no complaints registered as indicated on daily patient satisfaction cards
  • Performed all job competencies at an 'Exceptional' level each year
  • Received numerous letters of commendation to the director from patients and families
  • Maintained excellent relationships with surgeons, nurses and hospital staff of all levels
  • Enhanced surgery waiting receptionist position to create an environment of comfort, trust and understanding
  • Featured in the November 2014 Issue of the Kentucky Monthly Magazine which highlighted exceptional service by a veteran
  • Assured all HIPPA guidelines and regulations were followed to assure patient privacy
  • Interacted with patients and employees to facilitate the surgery waiting process
  • Acquired extensive knowledge of procedures and processes within the VA Medical Center to more effectively inform patients and their families about the surgery waiting time
  • Responsible for checking in patients and their families and disseminating hospital information
  • Provided personable, compassionate and comforting conversation to patient families to ease their distress in times of crisis
  • Interfaced with doctors and nurses to relay information to patient families

Instructor

VA MEDICAL CENTER
01.2014 - 12.2017
  • Taught 20 VA classes, receiving a 99.9% approval rating across all classes
  • Classes taught include: Patient Centered Care and Cultural Transformation, Military Culture and VA 101

Mail Carrier

US POSTAL SERVICE
01.2000 - 12.2002

Maintenance Supervisor

GREATER BUFFALO PRESS
01.1989 - 12.1991
  • Supervised a team of five individuals
  • Responsible for floor maintenance, changing and repairing ink pumps, ordering ink for the presses, loading and unloading ink barrels
  • Operated a fork-lift
  • Responsible for groundskeeping
  • Processing time-cards for employees
  • Repaired and maintained paper shredder machines

Military Records Specialist

UNITED STATES ARMY
10.1983 - 02.1987

Education

High School Diploma -

YORK COUNTY VO-TECH HIGH SCHOOL
York, PA

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel
  • Proficient in Adobe Acrobat
  • Proficient in using multi-line telephone
  • Excellent communicator
  • Outstanding speaker
  • Outstanding presenter
  • Outstanding teacher
  • Proficient in Excel and Microsoft
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Self Motivation
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organizational Skills
  • Written Communication
  • Excellent Communication
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Active Listening
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Reliability
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Professionalism
  • Adaptability
  • Professional Demeanor

Accomplishments

Received the Governors Excellent award

Received award from Daughters of American Revolution.

Story publish in the Nov 11th 2014 Issue of . Kentucky Month magazine ( salute to Serve ).

Honored in a presentation for disability hiring. August 2024.

Professionalachievements

Achieved highest marks for customer satisfaction, Transformed customer service support into a position that is highly valued by both patients and staff, Facilitated trainings of VA employees to more effectively interface with Veterans through Patient Centered Care, Advocated for patients by first understanding surgical procedures, Collaborated with staff to understand the various functions of departments within the VA, Effectively mediated between patients and staff to yield positive solutions to problems

Military Service

UNITED STATES ARMY, Military Records Specialist, 10/01/83, 02/28/87

Contact

859-576-9165, Michael.hopins4@va.gov, Michaelhopkins481962@yahoo.com

Awards

  • 10-Year Service Pin Award for employment within Veterans Affairs
  • Awarded Three coins for 'Above the Call of Duty'
  • Featured in article of Kentucky Monthly 'The Call to Serve' November 2014
  • Certificate of Appreciation January 2014
  • Voluntary Service Certificate June 2013
  • Governor's Excellence Award for Volunteerism 2013
  • Daughters of the American Revolution Outstanding Veteran Volunteer 2013
  • Voluntary Service Certificate June 2010
  • Most Professionally Dressed (6 years)
  • American Legion Member

Timeline

HR Specialist Recruitment and Placement

Department of Veterans Affairs
06.2022 - Current

Human Resources Assistant

VA MEDICAL CENTER
10.2019 - 06.2021

Instructor

VA MEDICAL CENTER
01.2014 - 12.2017

Information Receptionist

VA MEDICAL CENTER
12.2012 - 09.2019

Mail Carrier

US POSTAL SERVICE
01.2000 - 12.2002

Maintenance Supervisor

GREATER BUFFALO PRESS
01.1989 - 12.1991

Military Records Specialist

UNITED STATES ARMY
10.1983 - 02.1987

High School Diploma -

YORK COUNTY VO-TECH HIGH SCHOOL
MICHAEL T. HOPKINSHuman Resources Specialist