Sammi J. Garcia
Hutto,TX
Summary
Dynamic operations management leader with over 17 years of experience in optimizing processes and driving team development. Proven track record in managing complex projects and fostering strong cross-functional relationships. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills and problem-solving abilities in fast-paced environments across diverse industries. Committed to leveraging expertise to enhance operational efficiency and team performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations & Administrative Manager
Texas Army National Guard
Austin, TX
11.2007 - Current
- Directed operations and administrative functions for large, multi-site organizations of up to 17,500 personnel, ensuring seamless workflow and data accuracy.
- Supervised and mentored teams of up to 12 employees, fostering professional development, and achieving consistently high performance.
- Managed executive-level support for senior leadership, including scheduling, travel coordination, event planning, and protocol for three senior executives.
- Planned and executed over 50 high-profile organizational events and ceremonies, with precise attention to detail and flawless execution.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced errors and streamlined data management, achieving a 0% variance in tracking reports.
- Led multiple training programs, improving employee skills, compliance, and career growth opportunities.
- Managed payroll, financial records, and personnel actions for thousands of employees, with 100% compliance.
- Successfully managed over 1,000 executive actions and complex schedules for senior leaders.
- Spearheaded technology adoption and employee training for new enterprise systems, with 100% staff participation.
- Recognized for exceptional leadership and process improvement by senior executives and peers.
Education
Senior Leader Course (SLC) -
U.S. Army
Advanced Leader Course (ALC) -
U.S. Army
Structured Self-Development (SSD) 4 -
Some College (No Degree) - Human Resources Management
American Public University
Charles Town, WVSkills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Analytical reporting skills
- Skilled in utilizing project management applications
- HR and operations systems
- Operational streamlining
- Payroll administration
- Talent management
- Recordkeeping
- Leadership development
- Human resources operations
- Staff management
- Policy enforcement
- Training and mentoring
- Employee retention
- Strategic thinking
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
- Recognized at the state level for streamlining the Enlisted Personnel System (EPS) process, completing complex personnel actions faster and more accurately than ever other brigade.
- Boosted employee record compliance from 38% to 93% in less than eight weeks, strengthening overall organization skills.
Timeline
Operations & Administrative Manager
Texas Army National Guard
11.2007 - Current
Senior Leader Course (SLC) -
U.S. Army
Advanced Leader Course (ALC) -
U.S. Army
Structured Self-Development (SSD) 4 -
Some College (No Degree) - Human Resources Management
American Public University