
Achieved enhanced HR effectiveness through strategic partnerships with internal executives and external organizations, including DHS, OIG, GAO, KPMG, and contractors. Improved collaboration with field HR liaisons by directing audits of HR practices for FEMA's Office of Chief Human Capital. Drove HR initiatives for federal government recruitment, benefits, payroll, and personnel actions, utilizing 9 years of experience.
HR liaison to regional and recovery offices across TX, LA, NM,AR, and OK, providing full cycle HR support for over 2000 employees. Directed recruitment operations by collaborating with hiring managers on job design and revisions to job descriptions. Developed job announcements and structured interview questions. Led interview panels, evaluated applications and interview responses, conducted reference checks, and managed biweekly onboarding processes.
Facilitated salary negotiations for agency hiring, ensuring alignment with budgetary guidelines.
Spearheaded semiannual Regional Hiring Events resulting inover 700 candidates and over 20 hires, enhancingoutreach. Drafted lessons learned analysis after each event.
Partnered with local universities to recruit interns throughPathways and DOD to Skill Bridge programs, strengthening
FEMA's early career pipeline.
Assisted in organizing quarterly job fairs to inform community about agency mission and services. Supported payroll processes as master timekeeper, verifying payroll accuracy and compliance with fund codes for steady state and disaster deployment operations. Aided in the investigation of EEO cases.
Monitored government travel card usage and documented transactions accurately. Assisted in reviewing delinquency reports for compliance and potential disciplinary actions. Supported payroll processes as HR specialist during disaster declarations by creating organizational charts and delegating authorities for legal review.