Pedro Santos
Schertz,TX
Summary
With over 15 years of experience in HR management, EEO/EDI, and personnel programs, I consistently demonstrate expertise in various areas. Chairing employee development boards and career programs, I successfully facilitate the growth and advancement of individuals within the organization. Additionally, I served as the senior liaison for family support centers, ensuring employees receive necessary resources and assistance. My skill set extends to career leadership development, risk management, records retention, instructional design, project management, and classroom instruction. As a TS/SCI eligible veteran with 30 years of active-duty service, I bring a unique perspective and dedication to any team or organization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
SERCO -Personnel Specialist
Talent Acquisition Group/Military Entry Processing Station FT Sam Houston
05.2024 - 12.2024
Managed correspondence, conducted program audits completed awards, and high level visitor interactions. Scheduled meetings, maintained filing systems, and compiled data for reports. Tracked progress using web-based Navy applications.
Senior Executive Policy Advisor
US Navy Carrier Strike Group Nine
04.2019 - 09.2021
Formulated policies for 6500 personnel, managed EEO programs, and developed mental health initiatives. Led over 26 programs and projects, enhancing mission effectiveness through data-driven analysis. Collaborated with Pacific Region Navies, addressing critical issues like sexual assault and suicide prevention. Directed HR functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management.
Senior Executive Policy Advisor
US Navy Expeditionary Strike Group Seven
04.2016 - 03.2019
Implemented policies for 7000 personnel, managed EEO programs, and developed violence prevention programs.
Led 26 programs, fostering strategic partnerships and enhancing operational capabilities. Directed HR functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management. Developed and led the Amphibious Forces 7th Fleet Leadership Development Program. Designed and evaluated onboarding and orientation programs for over 7,000 personnel and their families stationed in Japan.
Senior Executive Policy Advisor
US Navy, USS ESSEX (LHD-2)
12.2014 - 04.2016
Advised Commander on policies for 1200 personnel, achieving a 26% promotion rate and earning the Command Retention Excellence award. Directed HR functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management. Advised on HR programs, established and authored the engaged leadership program, and managed recruitment activities. Directed HR functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management.
Education
Graduate - Educational Leadership And Management
Navy Command Senior Enlisted Leader Course
Newport, RIGraduate - Educational Leadership And Management
Navy Senior Enlisted Academy
Newport, RIGraduate - Educational Leadership And Management
Flag Officer Executive Leadership Course
San Diego, CABachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH06.2025
Skills
- Administrative Management
- Program Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Process Improvement
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Policy Dev/Implementation
- Organizational Leadership
- Diversity
- Change Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Data Analysis
- Equal Opportunity Compliance
Certifications and qualifications
- Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification exam on February 12, 2025.
- DON Navy Leadership and Ethics course
- DON Leadership Development Program course
- DON Command Managed Equal Opportunity Leadership course
- DON Naval Justice Senior Leadership Legal course
- DON Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program for Leaders course
- DON 3-M Maintenance Command Program Coordinator/Inspector
- DON Managerial Leadership & Development course
- DOD Administrative and Office Manager - certified
- DOD Counselor, Professional, and Kindred- certified
- DON Instructional Systems Development/DON Instructional Systems Specialist
- DOD/OSHA HAZMAT/HAZWASTE Management Course
- Graduate, Navy Command Senior Enlisted Leader Course (NEC 8CMC)
- Graduate, Navy Senior Enlisted Academy (NEC 8SEA)
- Graduate MCPON (Flag Officer) Executive Leadership course
Technicalcompetences
- Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS)
- Fleet Training Management and Planning System (FLTMPS)
- Bureau of Navy Personnel System (BUPERS)
- Maintenance and Material Management System (3-M)
- Snap II Maintenance and Material Management system (SNAP II)
- Sharepoint
- Peoplesoft
- Microsoft Office Suite 365
- Google Docs
- Adobe Operating Systems
Professional Development
- Resilience-Building Leader Professional (RBLP) for senior leaders
- Professional Leadership Development for Senior Leaders
- Human Rights Awareness
- Equal Opportunity Management/Equity Diversion and Inclusion Development
- Principles of Supervision
- Training and Development
Timeline
SERCO -Personnel Specialist
Talent Acquisition Group/Military Entry Processing Station FT Sam Houston
05.2024 - 12.2024
Senior Executive Policy Advisor
US Navy Carrier Strike Group Nine
04.2019 - 09.2021
Senior Executive Policy Advisor
US Navy Expeditionary Strike Group Seven
04.2016 - 03.2019
Senior Executive Policy Advisor
US Navy, USS ESSEX (LHD-2)
12.2014 - 04.2016
Graduate - Educational Leadership And Management
Navy Command Senior Enlisted Leader Course
Graduate - Educational Leadership And Management
Navy Senior Enlisted Academy
Graduate - Educational Leadership And Management
Flag Officer Executive Leadership Course
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Southern New Hampshire University
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