Salvador Gomez-Magana

Supervisor: Irish Demaree; Ok to Contact: DSN (314) 656-5476
Duties, Accomplishments, and Related Skills: Serves as staff member to Commander, Army Support Activity – Black Sea, Mihail Kogalniceanu (MK), Romania, on management and operation vital to community support programs.
• Oversees and administers implementation of installation-level program that includes Military Personnel, Records Management, Postal Operations (MK), Casualty Operations, and DEERS/RAPIDS ID card eligibility.
• Participates in execution and implementation of effective programs in any one or more of programs areas cited above.
• Coordinates reach back support to USAG Rheinland-Pfalz for DHR programs and services such as Army Continuing Educational Services, Administrative Services and Substance Abuse Services.
• Assists in developing guidance, procedures, and standards for new and/or changing program area(s) listed above.
• Provides guidance, interpretations and/or training on current and proposed policies to wide audience of individuals that include colleagues, managers, and key officials.
• I am responsible for oversight and management of HR/S1 functions and programs such as personnel actions that include Promotions, Evaluations, Awards, DPMAP, DTS, ARIMS, DATAAPS management, and Financial related documents.
• Administered employee leave requests in accordance with guidelines, maintaining compliance with regulations while providing necessary accommodations for staff members.
• As site's Human Resources Specialist, I stay abreast of all new developments and regulatory guidance from higher authorities, coordinating and integrating variety of programs, initiatives, and activities that support personal development of Soldiers, civilian employees, and others who comprise forward operating site community.
• I ensure accuracy and completeness of permanent change of station (PCS) DD Form 1614 orders.
• Process and advise employees on allowances include such matters as Living Quarters Allowance (LQA), Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance (TQSA), Post Allowance and Travel Orders.
• I Assist Command Group in carrying out all civilian personnel management functions by performing tasks such as providing liaison with CPAC, Civilian Human Resources Agency-Europe (CHRA-E) civilian personnel service providers (Personalists).
• I gather data, conduct analyses, and prepare reports in support of management decision-making.
• I manage all aspects of hiring process from cradle to grave, monitoring status of personnel actions/issues using HR systems such as EMPRes, CPOL portal, DCPDS portal and AutoNOA.
• I upload, monitor, and track civilian actions in Civilian HR Portal performing civilian personnel-related duties that are otherwise under control and purview of CHRA-E.
• Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
• I provide oversight and guidance for Document Management Program in record-keeping, Army addresses, correspondence preparation, office symbols requests.
• Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
• Serves as authoritative source in applying rules and regulations pertaining to Defense Enrollment Eligibility Report System (DEERS), and Real-time Automated Personnel Identification System (RAPIDS) serving as Site Security Manager (SSM) and Verifying Official (VO) ensuring all security procedures are maintained according to RAPID manuals.
• Trains new employees as required and facilitate smooth on boarding processes for new hires, leading to faster integration into workforce culture.
• In this role I also counsel, instruct and assists eligible members requiring or desiring to file application for issuance and renewal of U.S passports by organizing and coordinating with our Local Host U.S Embassy and assist in preparing and verifying accuracy data entries in passport applications and visa process.
• Resolves minor complaints and grievances and advocated for staff member, helping to identify and resolve conflicts and developed an employee recognition program.
• Complies with equal opportunity and affirmative action requirements and goals.
• IPPS-A R3 Professional certified with manager access.
• Review position structure for optimum economy and efficiency and streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency by digitizing records and automating routine tasks and perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisor: Victor Brown; Ok to Contact: (928) 502-0374
Duties, Accomplishments, and Related Skills: Served as Contract Officer Representative for AFSB, Logistic Readiness Center, Yuma Proving Grounds responsible for full range of contract functions encompassing serving as member of solicitations team, evaluating proposals, providing contract requirements development and contract monitoring support, developing performance work statements, statements of work, and other contract documentation.
• Analyzed requirements and recommended and implemented, when necessary, revisions to clarify requirements and determined method of procurement, milestones, acquisition plan and type or contract.
• Coordinated and executed procurement packages which included obtaining and/or developing scopes of work, Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), reporting requirements, evaluation criteria and other required documents.
• Developed Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan by reviewing each current contract once per quarter with no less than 5% delinquency rate.
• Monitored contract costs by analyzing, researching, and validating processing monthly contractor invoices/purchase requests to include evaluation and approval of contractor overtime, travel, man-hours, supplies, in effective and timely manner.
• Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or deficiencies and implemented process improvements to increase productivity in quality assurance operations.
• Completed deviation forms and recorded findings of inspection process, collaborating with quality team members and department managers to implement procedural remedies.
• Served as Trusted Agent and Army Knowledge Online (AKO) Sponsor for all contract personnel.
• Maintained contract file system from development, pre-award, post-award, and termination or closure that include specific material, i.e. Letter of Designation, documentation of COR duties/responsibilities, COR Appointment Letter, complete copy of contract, Quality Control Plan (QCP), Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP), COR nomination, appointment, and termination memos.
• Prepared and maintain technical administrative reports on contractor's performance, with violations and deficiencies noted and created and collaborated in implementation and maintenance of customer complaint logs enhancing customer satisfaction to reported issues promptly implementing procedural remedies.
• Submitted monthly reports to Contract Officer (KO) with no less than 5% delinquencies reviewing 100% of orders and contract modifications monthly.
• Reviewed and forward contracts schedule reports, records, contractor invoices, cost vouchers and technical data to KO for acceptance or rejection monthly.
• Determined that Government Furnished Property (GFP) and Contractor Acquired Property (CAP), under contract was properly maintained in satisfactory condition and that it was used to its designed intent.
• Conducted 100% inventories yearly with less than 10% discrepancies.
• Provided contract personnel with interpretation and explanation of specifications requirements, and terms and conditions as they related to contract.
• Attended weekly meetings with Eagle Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer.
• Identified causes of problems and recommend corrective action to Chief Plans and Operations and LRC Director keeping them abreast of all ongoing actions.
• Participated and provides input to quarterly Brigade Contract Management Review(s) (CMR) and coordinated quarterly Performance Management Review(s) (PMR) with EAGLE and DLA Contracting Specialist, Contracting Officer and LRC.
• Reviewed, verified, and submitted all purchase and overtime requests to PCO within 48 business hours after receipt.
• Developed Presentation briefings to inform Chain of Command of current contract status and provided appropriate materials and data for each briefing.
• Maintained steadfast ethical posture when interacting with contract personnel.
• Ensured that all required training was achieved to sustain appointment as Contracting Officer Representative.
• Ensured that all Quality Assurance Evaluators were properly trained and adhere to Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).
• Complied with policies and procedures (e.g. EEO, SHARP, safety compliance, teleworker, health, and wellness, leave) to avoid disruption to mission or instance of work shortage and delays.

Supervisor: Gail Ammons; Contact: (318) 481-8344
Duties, Accomplishments, and Related Skills: responsible for analyzing, coordinating, and executing various human resource functions necessary for operation of U.S Army Joint Munitions Command (JMC) in Theater.
Utilized knowledge of human resources policies and practices, as well as JMC missions, to provide advisory and processing services, as well as resolve problems, on recruitment and placement actions.
• Aided assistance to management on recruitment strategies, candidate sources, and special programs available for locating and placing highly qualified candidates to positions within Battalion.
• Assisted and provided guidance on crediting plan requirements and development to be used in competitive staffing actions.
• Ensured that requests for personnel actions affecting recruitment of new employees, promotions, reassignments, discipline, etc., were submitted to CPAC correctly and in timely manner.
• Generated automated reports and suspense files that identify routine action requirements, and processed actions.
• Provided liaison support between management and employees, and servicing civilian personnel office, to obtain, clarify, or submit information pertinent to human resource issues.
• Performed staff level duties pertaining to TAPES, performance standards, performance awards, and other types of monetary awards in accordance with all pertinent regulatory guidance, laws, and policies.
• Maintained performance appraisal database for all HQ JMC employees by ensuring all required data fields were accurate and up to date.
• Developed internal quality control measures or checklists to verify accuracy of data, and maintains necessary statistical data required for successful TAPES and monetary awards administration.
• Ensured appraisals and awards were appropriately processed in timely fashion meeting regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned included issuing CACs as RAPIDS VO.

Supervisor: Tom Harris; Ok to Contact: (928) 328-8862
Duties, Accomplishments, and related Skills: Served as Administrate Officer and Contracting Officer Representative within Directorate of Logistics (LRC), Army Field Support Battalion (AFSB) performing variety of administrative functions.
• Responsible or alternate for the following programs / areas: Time and Attendance (T&A), Financial Liability Investigations of Property Loss FLIPL's), Employee Training and Record keeping, Personnel Management, Manpower Management, Logistic Briefings, Records Management, Maintenance of Conference Room Calendar, Program and Budget to include Common Levels of Support (CLS).
• Served as Logistics IMPACT Card Holder, performed as IMO, TCO, and Key Control Officer. Furthermore, during this assignment and as of July 23, 2012, I was nominated to perform duties of Contracting Officer Representative (COR) therefore, familiarizing myself with contract performance and evaluating factors involved in contract administration.
• On August 20, 2012, pursuant to DFARS I was designated by MICC and Organization as COR and was officially detailed as Quality Assurance Specialist on October 15, 2012, to perform surveillance to LRC Logistical BASOPS contract which provides five support functions in: Retail Supply Operations to include fuels distribution, Supply Warehousing and Distribution, Mail Distribution Services, Motor Pool Operations, Transportation functions and operation of Hazardous Materials Program (HAZMART).
• Responsible for developing surveillance plans, monitoring contractor performance to ensure contract compliance.
• Certified invoices for payment of work performed in Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).
• Assisted in developing Quality Assurance Plans, designs sampling plans and surveillance procedures, procedures checklists and other documents for use in quality assurance evaluations.
• Assisted in training of others to perform QAE duties as required, prepare Statements of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements.
• Approved requests for contractor personnel in Contractor Verification System (CVS) to obtain Common Access Card's (CAC's) for Installation access and computer access and I was responsible for preparation of all documentation relating to funding and performance of contract.
• On March 21, 2014, I was also designated COR to a 2nd Contract for Contractor-Owned, Contractor-Operated (COCO) Contract worth $25 Mil, which services included operations and maintenance of bulk fuel facilities at Yuma Proving Ground, AZ.
• In administration of Contract, I monitored day to day compliance with Performance Work Statement and other provisions as representative of DLA Energy agency.
• I used Contracting Officer Representative Tracking Tool (CORT TOOL) in iRAPT in performing COR duties of this Contract.
• Other related duties included responsibility for developing and/or recommending development of new or revised policies and implementing instructions, establishing controls in review and evaluation of assigned programs, plans, and management systems of Supply Support Activity (SSA) which required specialized knowledge in Standard Army Retail Supply System (SARSS), Logistics Information Warehouse (LIW), Defense Reutilization Management Office (DMRO), Fuels Manager Defense Express (FMDE), Fuels Enterprise System (FES) and Standard Army Maintenance System (SAMS-E).
• Was also knowledgeable with current supply regulations and policies to include DLA-Energy directive and policy letters.
• Served as Administrative Officer within Directorate of Logistic performing variety of administrative functions and performed other duties as assigned.

Supervisor: Patricia McCammon; Ok to Contact: (0039 633-7345)
Duties, Accomplishments, and Related Skills: Served as Military Personnel Management Specialist for U.S Army Garrison Livorno.
Responsible for Military/Civilian HR functions in support of over 1200 U.S Active-Duty Military, Italian Military, Carabinieri, DoD Civilians, Family Members and Retirees.
• Obtained necessary information through site visits, reports, review of known or suspected problem areas and other appropriate sources too effectively and efficiently manage all Garrison and DA suspense's error free.
Monitored evidence of program effectiveness using electronic customer feedback (ICE).
Made inputs to Quarterly tracking of services using ISR performance measurements.
• Ensured manning Documents Strength level were at 90% and created and maintained demographic database for the community.
• Effectively managed HR automated systems input to accurately reflect Personnel Services Delivery Redesign and monitored Defense Travels System (DTS) program for Garrison personnel.
Ensured that (VO) and (TASM) were trained and up to speed with latest changes and updates to DEER/RAPIDS.
Promoted safety awareness in workplace and provide safe environment for staff of two personnel.
• Ensured reassignment notifications were made within appropriate timelines (30enlisted) (15officer) calendar days and review promotion reports monthly.
Ensured submission of evaluations were submitted error free to HQDA and provided technical advice and guidance in Records Management, Personnel Actions and Awards.
Distributed monthly Unit Commander's Financial Report (UCFR) for reviews and consolidation.
Was registrar for Installation Access Control System and was responsible for ensuring only authorized persons were allowed to US government facilities throughout U.S Army and in Europe.

Supervisor: Tom Harris; Ok to Contact: (928) 328-8862
Duties, Accomplishments, and Related Skills: Served as Administrative Officer within Directorate of Logistics performing variety of administrative functions as well as being responsible for planning developing managing and controlling of various administrative programs necessary for day-to-day operations.
• Responsible for the following programs/areas: Performance Management review Time and Attendance Financial Liability Investigations of Property Loss, Employee Training and Record Keeping, development of Performance Plans, Personnel Management, Manpower Management, Garrison Quarterly Back briefs, Records Management Program and Budget to include Common Levels Support, Telephone control Officer, Information Assurance Personnel Officer, and Collateral Duty Safety Officer.
• Performed budget analysis to control expenditures and predict future budget needs.
• Furthermore, performed duties of Fleet Management Specialist, and Equipment Management Specialist in their absence, and represent DOL at various meetings as required.
• Remained solution-oriented in face of complex problems to assist management in the overall business direction.

Supervisor: Patrick Vankirk; Ok to Contact: DSN (949) 367-1156
Duties: Employed with Southern California RCTG BN working as HR Assistant preparing and processing wide variety of Military HR actions in support of BN.
• Major duties included manipulating military HR systems such as eMILPO and Army Recruiting Information Support System (ARISS) to process variety HR actions to include requests for transfers and reassignments.
• Other actions included promotions/reduction with use of eMILPO to process 3355, print AAA117 and AAA294 reports for eligibility; military classification and reclassification; bars of reenlistment and/or suspension of unfavorable personnel actions; separation and retirement actions and recommendations for awards and decorations.
• Prepared endorsement to PCS orders within BN when BN CSM made final enlisted duty assignment.
• Answered inquiries concerning travel settlements, dislocation allowance, temporary lodging, basic allowance for quarters, separate rations, COLA and SGLV/DD93 forms.
• Performed ERB updates as needed and monitor family care plans, leave request, reliefs, and operational moves.
• Initiated and monitored military NCOERs/OERs by submitting shells to raters and ensuring final error free evaluations were submitted to HQDA.
• Reviewed personnel documents, security clearances, citizenship, physical qualifications, and other requirements for further training or assignment.
• Assisted BN Adjutant in analyzing monthly recruiting reports and assists in preparation of analysis reports for BN CDR.
• Advised CMDR on BN military personnel readiness and strength levels by reviewing consolidated reports, statistics, and applications.
• Reviewed cyclic and other reports to assess system performance and ensure reports on strength levels and status of personnel were prepared.
• Maintained liaison with BDE counterpart and field managers and personnel to efficiently process and implement actions.
• Served as BN Drug and Alcohol Coordinator, Sponsorship Program Representative and Unit Prevention Leader.
• Processed incoming/outgoing correspondence and small packages service within BN and maintain accountability of postage metered, stamps and register/track priority and Federal Express mail.
• Lastly, lead one civilian HR assistant in performing military HR work by providing technical guidance and ensuring accomplishment of his assigned duties according with his grade level.

Supervisor: Jose Arguelles; Ok to Contact: (928) 328-2878
Duties, Accomplishments, and Related Skills: Served as Military Personnel Technician for Military Personnel Division (MPD) in performing and coordinating military personnel services and support.
• Provided military personnel services to Commanders, Managers, and employees preparing promotions and other nominative packets, conducting boards for Soldiers/NCOs going before promotion boards or NCO/Soldier of The Year/Quarter boards; preparing, reviewing, and submitting noncommissioned officer and officer evaluations reports for accuracy, ensuring timeliness within DA standards; preparing, processing, and or submitting to higher headquarters when necessary all recommendations for Awards for military personnel; arranging and conducting award ceremonies; preparing, coordinating all leave for Soldiers; scheduling and coordinating one-on-one briefings and reassignment in/out-processing for Soldiers departing and arriving to command; initiates, reviews, and submits request for personnel actions as appropriate, personnel utilization/slotting, FLAGS, bars, chapters, compassionate reassignments, hardship discharges, and personnel records management.
• Utilized/maintained e-MILPO, EDAS, PERSTEMPO, ARIMS, and other automated systems.
• Coordinated, advised, and perform on all military finance actions that included interpreting and disseminating leave and earning statements, verifying, and correcting Unit Commander's Finance Report (UCFR), leave processing, maintaining unit leave control log, processing allotments, W-2s, W-4s, pay inquiries, separate rations, BAH, and unit transmittal letters.
• Verified and reconciled that all financial transactions were processed on DROT reports.
• Planned, directed, coordinated, and reviewed activities of Yuma Proving Grounds Identification Card Issuing Facility by participating in daily operations of Military Identification Card Process, including Common Access Card (CAC) for all members of Uniformed Services, DA Civilian, NAF employees, and eligible contractors, TESTLIN ID cards for family members, retirees, un-remarried widows, and other eligible personnel.
• Served as DEERS/RAPIDS computer system verifying official (VO) and site security manager (SSM), ensuring active and retired military members are listed in DEERS and that actions are taken to have their family members listed or deleted as necessary.
• Interpreted laws, regulations, policies, and precedents impacting DEERS/RAPIDS programs/systems and entitlements.
• Was also directly responsible for full implementation of Installation Contract Verification System (CVS) and worked hand in hand with Trusted Agents (TA) to ensure that all personnel were complying, and pertinent data was entered properly into CVS.

Supervisor: Christine Santos; Ok to Contact: DSN (314) 656-5476
Duties, Accomplishments, and Related Skills: Served as Supervisor for Personnel Service Branch (PSB) department supporting National Training Center and Satellite Units throughout Southern California, which included maintaining over 5,700 officer and enlisted personnel records and processing personnel actions concerning soldiers and their families.
• Responsible for Office Automation equipment worth over $25,000.
• Responsible for health, welfare, moral, and professional development of five Soldiers, by setting performance standards and evaluating their work performance through counseling and appraisals.
• Supervised them on clerical tasks in one or more areas pertaining to Officer/Enlisted Evaluation Reports, and Officer Promotions.
• Reviewed Department of Army Senior Noncommissioned Officer and Officer's selection notifications for promotion and military training using variety of U.S Army system that included TOPMIS and TOPMIS II (Total Officer Personnel Information System), EDAS (Enlisted Distribution and Assignment System), and e-MILPO (Electronic Military Personnel Office).
• Rated one civilian by writing her evaluation as Officers Evaluations Clerk.
• Experienced in word processing software that includes Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, which is important for ensuring of data quality, analyzes reports, and correlation of data.
• Requisitioned and maintained office supplies, blank forms, and publications.
• Typed military and nonmilitary correspondence in draft and final copy in accordance with AR 25-50 (ARIMS) and can type over 40 wpm.
• Also prepared and maintained functional files per Army Records Information Management System.
• Conducted periodically organization urinalysis tests for 200 personnel and submitted urine sample along with required paperwork to Army Substance Abuse Programs (ASAP).
• Provided senior management with guidance on equal opportunity by processing, researching, and resolving EO grievances.
• Conducted daily operations and handled office tasks such as customer service, answer telephone inquiries, correspondence, shipping, faxing, and use of digital sender totaling over 30 actions.
• Manifested complete authority over area of responsibilities always