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Nakita Harris

Converse,TX

Summary

Senior Operations Research Analyst with proven track record of success designing models and analytical programs to solve business problems. Results-oriented with strong research and decision-making skills to determine specifications and develop action plans for projects. Collaborative with excellent interpersonal and communication skills across diverse groups.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Analyst

Department of Defense
10.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for pulling data from CMIS for internal/external customers
  • Responsible for developing a Master Ticketing Help Desk system for customer's data request
  • Assisting with developing a data collection tool for the HRStat
  • Assisting with developing guidance and standards of procedures (SOP) for the Defense Civilian Personnel Advisory Services (DCPAS) Data Analytics Office.

Supervisory Management Analyst

HQ IMCOM G-8 Manpower and Force Analysis Division
06.2022 - 10.2023
  • Served as Branch Chief, Manpower Requirements Determination and CME Accountability Branch, supervising the workload of a team of three (3) Management Analyst (GS-13) and one (1) Operations Research Analyst (GS-13)
  • Dual-hatted as the Supervisory Management Analyst (GS-0343-14) and Operations Research Analyst (GS-1515)
  • Determined internal methods and procedures, workflow, personnel, equipment (4610-R), validating manpower models for manpower requirements and manpower scheduling
  • Briefed presentations (formal and informal) pertaining to the manpower models, equipment, Table of Distribution Allowances (TDA) and Change Management Plans (CMP) to HQ IMCOM Leadership (O-6/GS-15 or higher), higher echelons (HQDA and AMC), and Garrison Directors
  • Represented HQ IMCOM G-8, Manpower & Force Analysis Division at briefings and meetings in the absence of the Division Chief
  • Assisted in writing and justifying TDA Change Management Plan (CMP) for the IMCOM community
  • Determined the manpower requirements (REQ) using comparative analysis against another garrison with similar mission, when a new garrison or mission directive is issued
  • Maintained constant liaison with internal and external counterparts
  • Planned workload for employees and establishes priorities and schedules
  • Assigned additional taskers based on the priorities and capabilities of employees
  • Reviewed the work of employees and concurred or non-concurred with the work submitted
  • Provided expert advice and guidance to Service Owners, Division and Branch Chief, G-8 Director, and external stakeholders in regard to the Manpower Requirements Determination Process (MRDP), TDA, CMP, and 4610-R (Equipment)
  • Prepared, compiled, published, and ensured the validity of data development, analyses of data collected, reports, and studies of manpower requirements and equipment
  • Provided mentoring and coaching to internal and external analysts
  • Submitted a successful manpower validation model for the Army Substance Abuse Programs (ASAP) and US Army Postal (OCONUS) to the Army Material Command (AMC) to be submitted to USAMAA for validation
  • Responsible for ensuring the hiring practice is in accordance with the guidance received by the Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (CPAC).

Operations Research Analyst

HQ IMCOM G-8 Manpower and Force Analysis Division
01.2020 - 06.2022
  • Used interpolation to estimate Garrison(s) workload when submitted data is obsolete, or invalid
  • Trained service owners on conducting a manpower study, data collection, and data engineering
  • Formal training using Anaconda 3 (Python and R Studio) to perform various data science analysis for problem solving
  • Developed problem statements with little to no guidance on various complexing issues
  • Identified any risk associated with validating a manpower model
  • Submitted a successful manpower validation model for the Army Continuance Educational Services (ACES) to USAMAA
  • Responsible for validating manpower data
  • Analyzed data to determine manpower requirements for the Army’s Active, Reserve, and National Guard components
  • Developed or modified reusable Mathematical Models for data analysis
  • Developed Processing Maps to show workloads of various job positions
  • Interpreted regulations, policies, and higher level guidance used to provide end state objectives
  • Coordinated with other stakeholders in various manpower projects
  • Acted has Acting Requirements & Competitive Analysis Branch Chief in the absence of the Branch Chief
  • Responsible for training, developing, and mentoring other junior level Analysts in the Management Analysis (CP 26) and Operations Research Analysis (CP 36) career fields
  • Acted as the Lead Analyst for the Army's Housing Crisis Issue
  • Provided guidance on collecting the essential data for determining the manpower requirements for the Army's G-4 mission
  • Coordinated briefings and training with US Army Manpower Analysis Agency (USAMAA)
  • Performed data analytics by collecting data for manpower workload
  • Developed process maps displaying the workload and how long it takes to perform the duties of the job descriptions
  • Assisted the G-8 Resource Management Directorate with developing reusable spreadsheets to track the monthly executions for various programs
  • Submitted the HQ IMCOM Housing manpower model to USAMAA for validation
  • Developed and presented the first Postal manpower model for HQ IMCOM
  • Successfully, developed and presented the Army Substance and Abuse Programs (ASAP) manpower model to HQ IMCOM leadership; which also include the Suicide Prevention model.

Senior Operations Research Analyst/Program Analyst

Department of the Army
11.2017 - 01.2020
  • Operations Research Analyst for the Army's National Guard, G-1 Division, HRA-Programs Branch
  • Provided resource management support for the Army Guard & Reserve (AGR) program
  • Performed various operations research techniques for the planning, programming, budgeting and execution (PPBE) phases to support cost efficiency and effectiveness for the AGR program
  • Collected and researched historical AGR’s monthly execution data for forecasting and analyzing the AGR future execution plans
  • Developed and maintained various cost models to perform manpower and cost estimates for the AGRs Pay & Allowances (P&A) and mission Travel
  • Formulated mathematical models for AGR and Mobilized (MOB) soldiers' end-of-the month Reports
  • Researched and Analyzed any discrepancies in the various databases used to monitor the ARNG Manpower
  • Estimated the total monthly budget for the ARNG PRAG MDEP
  • Monitored the monthly budget for the ARNG 54 States and Territories
  • Reported the end-of-the-month AGR strengths to the Management Analysis Branch
  • Built Manpower Simulation using Microsoft Excel, in order to forecast the ARNG End Strength for the projected end-of-the-year total cost
  • Forecasted the AGR’s monthly/annual budget and end strengths with at least a 90% accuracy rate
  • Managed a more than $3.7 billion Manpower Management Decision Package (MDEP)
  • Performed affordability analysis to determine if additional manpower, and/or mission essential travel are feasible
  • Reviewed AGR monthly obligations and disbursements for accuracy with the Budget & Execution Branch
  • Reviewed, compared, and analyzed the President’s Budget for Previous Years (PY), Current Year (CY), and Budget Year (BY) for any adjustments
  • Updated Manpower Costing Factors with appropriate inflation rates
  • Worked with the Budget Execution Branch to reconcile any discrepancies in the MDEP Program
  • Tracked movement of allocated funds for the PRAG program in the Open Allotment account
  • Presented quarterly recommendations on the execution of the PRAG program
  • Represented the G-1 Full-Time Support at meetings, resource working groups, and conferences as the representative or the AGR MDEP Analyst
  • Briefed higher echelons on current and future year’s execution plans
  • Provided leadership with valid analyses to determine if an NDAA Waiver is needed
  • Assisted in developing the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) for FY21-25 and Budget Estimate Submissions (BES)
  • Collected and researched Budget Estimate Submission (BES) data for POM submissions
  • Collected, maintained, and researched HQDA Critical and Field requirements from the Army G-1 Requirements Builder (RBuilder) database for POM submissions
  • Assisted with the Statistical Analysis for the Manpower Studies & Analysis Branch
  • Participated as a member of the interviewing panel for new, or advancements of current personnel for entry to senior level positions
  • Estimated any Unfunded Requirements (UFR) or Assets for the AGR program
  • Interpreted U.S
  • Code Title 5, Title 10, and Title 31 laws for mission purposes
  • Assisted with reviewing and answering congressional inquiries on the AGR programs
  • Performed metrics and assessment analysis in order to determine the distribution of additional manpower, such as recruiters and congressional control grades
  • Assessed risk in order to determine trade-offs, in order to stay within our constraints
  • Assisted in reprogramming resources with Program Managers of MDEPS within the same appropriation
  • Reviewed, Accepted, Validated, and Approved all 54 states and territories AGR travel requirements
  • FAD AGR mission/PCS travel funds to all 54 states and territories of the ARNG
  • Assisted the HRA-Programs Branch Chief in her absence with the Budgeting and Execution of the AGR Military Pay & Allowances (MPA) program
  • Mentored and Coached Junior Analysts with career/professional development.

Education

Master's degree - Data Science

North Central University
Scottsdale, AZ

Master's degree - Mathematical Science

University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Little Rock, AR

Bachelor's degree - Mathematics

Philander Smith College
Little Rock, AR

Skills

  • Process Mapping
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Software Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Requirements Gathering
  • Budget Planning
  • Analytical Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Trend Analysis
  • Decision-Making
  • Python Programming
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Statistical modeling
  • Lean Six Sigma
  • Forecasting skills

Additional Information

Outstanding Work Performance Awarded Time Off and Cash Bonus (2023), Outstanding Work Performance Awarded Time Off (2022), Outstanding Work Performance Awarded Quality Step Increase (2021), Outstanding Work Performance Awarded Time Off (2020), Outstanding Yearly Evaluation Awarded Time Off (2019), Outstanding Yearly Evaluation Awarded Cash Bonus and Time Off (2018), HQDA Staff Management Certificate/Pin 2010, Certificate for 5 years of Federal Service 2009, Presidential Scholar 2007, Parent of the Year Nominee 2007, Recipient of the 2006-07 Foot Locker Scholarship 2006-07, Dean's List 2005, Chancellor List 2002, National Defense Service Medal 2002, Korean Defense Service Medal 2002, Army Commendation Medal 2002, Army Good Conduct Medal 2001, Army Achievement Medal 2000, Certificate of Appreciation (3)

Tools And Databases Used

  • Anaconda 3 (Python, Jupyter, R Studio)
  • Planning, Programming & Budgeting Business Operating System (cPROBE)
  • Full-Time Support Management Control System (FTSMCS)
  • Army Equipping Enterprise System (AE2S)
  • G-1 Director's Personnel Readiness Overview (DPRO)
  • Force Management System Web Site (FMSWeb)
  • Resource Management (RM Online)
  • GFEBS

Affiliations

  • American Society of Military Comptrollers - Inactive Member
  • National Scholars Honor Society - Life Member
  • Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. - Graduate Member

Job Related Training

  • Supervisor Development Course (SDC) (08/2022)
  • Human Resource Training for Supervisors (07/2022)
  • FA49 Qualification Course (08/2020)
  • Enhance Defense Financial Management Training (ASMC) (12/2018)
  • Manager Development (10/2018)
  • GFEBS Purchase Requisition Approver (10/2018)
  • GFEBS Purchase Requisition Processor (09/2018)
  • GFEBS HR Employee Maintainer (09/2018)
  • GFEBS Financial Reviewer (09/2018)
  • GFEBS Business Intelligence Budget Reporter (09/2018)
  • GFEBS ERP Central Component Budget Report (09/2018)
  • GFEBS Command Budget Reporter (09/2018)
  • Force Management-How The Army Runs (07/2018)
  • 2018 Comptrollers Accreditation & Fiscal Law Course (02/2018)
  • USDA NASS Survey Methodology (05/2016)
  • DAWIA Level I Certification Business Cost Estimating (09/2010)
  • DAWIA Level I Certification Program Management (06/2010)
  • Fundamentals of Cost Analysis (10/2009)
  • Action Officer Force Integration Course (07/2009)
  • ACEIT (03/2009)
  • HQDA Action Officer (02/2009)
  • Fundamental Systems Planning, Research, Development, and Engineering (11/2008)
  • Combat, Training, Doctrine, Dev Integration Course (10/2008)
  • Fundamentals of Modeling (09/2008)
  • Fund System Acquisition Management (08/2008)
  • Action Officer Dev Course (08/2008)
  • Foundation Course (08/2008)
  • ORSA/MAC II(06/2008)
  • ORSA/MAC I (04/2008)

Timeline

Program Analyst

Department of Defense
10.2023 - Current

Supervisory Management Analyst

HQ IMCOM G-8 Manpower and Force Analysis Division
06.2022 - 10.2023

Operations Research Analyst

HQ IMCOM G-8 Manpower and Force Analysis Division
01.2020 - 06.2022

Senior Operations Research Analyst/Program Analyst

Department of the Army
11.2017 - 01.2020

Master's degree - Data Science

North Central University

Master's degree - Mathematical Science

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Bachelor's degree - Mathematics

Philander Smith College

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