Sergeant First Class Eric Boakye
Columbus,United States
Summary
Human Resources professional with extensive experience in recruitment management and employee training in military settings. Proven track record of enhancing soldier competencies and optimizing onboarding processes. Expertise in performance evaluation and conflict resolution, fostering a collaborative team environment and supporting organizational goals. Highly skilled Senior Human Resources Sergeant with notable background in managing personnel matters, including conflict resolution, benefits administration and regulatory compliance. Strengths lie in leadership, strategic planning and development of training programs for staff. Demonstrated success in supporting company objectives by fostering team cohesion and streamlining HR processes. Strategic Senior Human Resources Sergeant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in workforce planning, employee relations, and regulatory compliance. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to enhance team performance and organizational goals. Committed to fostering positive workplace culture through effective HR management strategies. Results-oriented Human Resources Specialist with extensive experience in organizational consultancy and operational planning. Cross-functional communicator skilled in analyzing company needs, developing long-term solutions and implementing aligned vision across departments or business unit leadership. Solid problem-solver possessing strong knowledge of labor legislation and payroll processes. Versatile human resources specialist offers recruitment, policy development and office management expertise paired with outstanding multitasking and communication abilities. Goal-oriented professional with several years of comprehensive experience retaining employee relations. Commended for superior performance and consistently going above and beyond to exceed goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Human Resources Sergeant
US Army
Columbus /FT Benning, Ga
10.2021 - Current
- Managed recruitment processes for various military positions and roles.
- Developed training programs to enhance soldiers' skills and competencies.
- Conducted performance evaluations to assess personnel readiness and effectiveness.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among team members to promote a cohesive environment.
- Serves as the Human Resources NCOIC, consisting of a Squadron Headquarters and four Troops, with over 150 Cadre and 600 students annually. Responsible for the supervision, health, welfare, and professional development of three Soldiers and one DA Civilian; responsible for the planning, directing, and managing of awards and personnel actions; advises the Command Team on all human resources-related matters. Personal Asset Inventory (PAI); Daily Status Reporting (DSR); Command Unit Status Report (CUSR); Personnel Actions; Commander's Inspection Program (CIP); Awards.
- Serves as a Battalion Human Resources Sergeant who provides administrative support to five Basic Combat Training (BCT) Battalions, one Adjutant General Reception Battalion, and one Headquarters Service Battery; primarily responsible for the processing and submission of all personnel actions; responsible for the coordination and submission of eMILPO transactions and administrative support operations within the brigade; conducts Staff Assistance Visits (SAV); and is responsible for the health, welfare, and professional development of three Soldiers and two DA Civilians.
- Serves as the Human Resources NCOIC, consisting of a Squadron Headquarters and four Troops, with over 150 Cadre and 600 students annually. Responsible for the supervision, health, welfare, and professional development of three Soldiers and one DA Civilian; responsible for the planning, directing, and managing of awards and personnel actions; advises the Command Team on all human resources-related matters. Personal Asset Inventory (PAI); Daily Status Reporting (DSR); Command Unit Status Report (CUSR); Personnel Actions; Commander's Inspection Program (CIP); Awards.
Human Resources Sergeant
US Army
Lawton/FT Sill, Ok
11.2018 - 08.2021
- Coordinated recruitment efforts for military personnel across various units.
- Managed onboarding processes for new soldiers joining the organization.
- Conducted training sessions on military policies and procedures for the staff.
- Serves as a Battalion Human Resources Sergeant who provides administrative support to five Basic Combat Training (BCT) Battalions, one Adjutant General Reception Battalion, and one Headquarters Service Battery; is primarily responsible for the processing and submission of all personnel actions; is responsible for the coordination and submission of eMILPO transactions and administrative support operations within the brigade; conducts Staff Assistance Visits (SAV); and is responsible for the health, welfare, and professional development of three Soldiers and two DA Civilians.
- Serves as a Brigade Human Resources Sergeant who provides administrative support to five Basic Combat Training (BCT) Battalions, one Adjutant General Reception Battalion, and one Headquarters Service Battery; primarily responsible for the processing and submission of all personnel actions; responsible for the coordination and submission of eMILPO transactions and administrative support operations within the brigade; conducts Staff Assistance Visits (SAV); and is responsible for the health, welfare, and professional development of three Soldiers and two DA Civilians.
Human Resources Sergeant
US Army
Honolulu/ Schofield Barracks, Hawaii
07.2015 - 09.2018
- Oversaw recruitment initiatives for military personnel within various units.
- Facilitated onboarding processes for incoming soldiers to ensure smooth integration.
- Delivered training sessions focused on military policies and procedures to staff.
Human Resources Sergeant
US Army
Watertown/10TH Mountain, New York
07.2013 - 06.2015
- Coordinated recruitment efforts for military personnel across various units.
- Managed onboarding processes for new soldiers joining the organization.
- Conducted training sessions on military policies and procedures for staff.
Human Resources Specialist
US Army
Fayetteville/FT Bragg, NC
07.2010 - 05.2013
- Managed recruitment processes for various military positions and personnel needs.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new employees and existing staff.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions to integrate new hires into the Army culture.
Human Resources Specialist
US Army
Columbus /FT Benning, Ga
03.2006 - 05.2010
- In processing new soldiers for Basic and Advanced Leadership training.
- Managed recruitment processes for various military positions and personnel needs.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new employees and existing staff.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions to integrate new hires into the Army culture.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Griswold Home Care
Newark , NJ
02.2003 - 01.2005
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records system.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient support.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance patient well-being.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patient care delivery.
- Educated patients on health management and self-care techniques.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
Fork Lift Operator
Winn-Dixie Distribution Center
Atlanta , GA
06.2002 - 11.2003
- Operated forklifts to transport pallets and materials within the distribution center.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks efficiently while adhering to safety protocols.
- Conducted routine inspections of forklifts for safe operation and maintenance needs.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely order fulfillment and delivery.
- Organized warehouse inventory to facilitate easy access and retrieval of products.
- Implemented best practices for safe material handling in a fast-paced environment.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory movement within the distribution center.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
Arizona City, AZ 07.2007 - 03.2011
Basic And Advance Training
Military School
FT Jackson/ South Carolina 07.2005 - 12.2005
CNA -
Griswold Home Care
Newark , NJ 05.2002 - 07.2002
KUMASI HIGH
KUMASI, GHGeneral Certificate - General Studies; Mathematics ;English;Literature;ETC
ST Bernadette Elementary School
07.1993 - 10.1996
General Certificate - General Studies; Mathematics ;English;Literature;E
Opoku Ware Primary School
10.1988 - 10.1991
Skills
- Recruitment management
- Employee training
- Performance evaluation
- Onboarding processes
- Human resources administration
- Staff development
- Personnel actions processing
- Training program development
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Decision making
- HR analytics
- administer training modules
- Management development
Languages
English
Full Professional
Twi-Ghana
Full Professional
Certification
- HR Military school certificates
- Bachelor degree in Criminal science
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Certified CPR personnel
Accomplishments
- Numerous Military Awards; 7 Commendation Medal (Arcom); 8 Achievement Medal (AAM); 12 Army good conduct medal (AGCM); 10 Certificate of Achievement
- Have 7years HR Senior Leadership Position
- Highly qualified and Experienced HR personnel
Affiliations
- Actively exercising
- Highly inter personal experience
- Dedicated and Professional
- Like sports
- Like music
- Like Biking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Human Resources Sergeant
US Army
10.2021 - Current
Human Resources Sergeant
US Army
11.2018 - 08.2021
Human Resources Sergeant
US Army
07.2015 - 09.2018
Human Resources Sergeant
US Army
07.2013 - 06.2015
Human Resources Specialist
US Army
07.2010 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix
07.2007 - 03.2011
Human Resources Specialist
US Army
03.2006 - 05.2010
Basic And Advance Training
Military School
07.2005 - 12.2005
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Griswold Home Care
02.2003 - 01.2005
Fork Lift Operator
Winn-Dixie Distribution Center
06.2002 - 11.2003
CNA -
Griswold Home Care
05.2002 - 07.2002
General Certificate - General Studies; Mathematics ;English;Literature;ETC
ST Bernadette Elementary School
07.1993 - 10.1996
General Certificate - General Studies; Mathematics ;English;Literature;E
Opoku Ware Primary School
10.1988 - 10.1991
KUMASI HIGH
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