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Steve Cenov

Woodbridge,VA

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record within the United States Air Force, specializing in strategic policy design and collaborative leadership. Successfully spearheaded major HR initiatives that resulted in a fully staffed organization for the first time in a decade, alongside driving a 15% increase in compliance rates. Expertise in risk analysis and stakeholder engagement ensures consistent delivery of results that exceed expectations.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Deputy Director

United States Capitol Police
06.2024 - Current
  • Strengthened protective measures to ensure uninterrupted legislative processes.
  • Steered strategic policy development and implementation, aligning with departmental objectives.
  • I build and lead collaborative teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence, while ensuring seamless communication with the legislative branch to address their unique security needs.
  • Streamlined operations through innovative IT solutions across nationwide initiatives.
  • Spearheaded Human Capital Strategy, Workforce Relations, and HRIS to align organizational objectives with advanced technology.
  • Directed strategic initiatives for OHR Redevelopment Plan focusing on 80 improvement areas.
  • Directed strategic oversight to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Orchestrated recruitment drives to address crucial HR staffing shortages by acquiring top talent from ATF, Metro Police Department, and Small Business Administration.
  • Led targeted hiring initiatives that resulted in the organization being fully staffed for the first time in over a decade.
  • Developed strategic workforce planning and performance management programs to enhance team efficiency.
  • Led a strategic HR outreach initiative to close critical staffing gaps, rebuild trust, and strengthen talent pipelines within the department.
  • Engaged directly with personnel through roll call visits, fostering transparency and collaboration in recruitment efforts.
  • Provided executive leadership in human capital strategy, spearheading enterprise-wide HR initiatives to drive operational excellence, and workforce optimization.
  • Directed the full spectrum of HR functions, including talent acquisition, workforce planning, employee engagement, and policy development, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Led cross-functional collaboration with finance, procurement, IT, and risk management to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Oversaw senior HR leaders and managers, driving strategic decision-making, and fostering a high-performance culture that positioned the organization for long-term success.
  • Provided expert analysis on complex legal, regulatory, and workforce policies, delivering high-level strategic counsel to executive leadership.
  • Spearheaded the development of policy solutions that ensured regulatory compliance while advancing OHR’s mission of workforce modernization.
  • Led efforts to standardize HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistency, transparency, and alignment with best practices.
  • Guided the executive leaders with key insights derived from data analysis, aimed at optimizing HR processes and overall organizational strategy.
  • Optimized workforce planning efforts by contributing to pivotal organizational decisions.
  • Guided the implementation of predictive analytics to improve decision-making and proactively address workforce challenges.
  • Led cross-departmental collaboration to drive the execution of OHR’s workforce transformation initiatives.
  • Partnered with stakeholders across finance, procurement, IT, and operational units to ensure strategic alignment, and seamless integration of HR processes.
  • Acted as a principal liaison with external agencies and industry partners, fostering alignment with federal HR standards and best practices.
  • Effectively articulated complex HR policies, workforce strategies, and process improvements to diverse internal and external audiences.
  • Championed customer-focused HR approach while representing OHR in senior forums.
  • Led executive-level briefings and stakeholder engagements to reinforce OHR’s strategic vision and enhance transparency in HR operations.

Strategic Advisor to the Chief Human Resources Officer

United States Air Force
05.2021 - 06.2024
  • Directed HR operations and strategic initiatives influencing over 700,000 employees across the United States Air & Space Force.
  • Guided leadership by establishing objectives, evaluating staff roles, and offering performance updates.
  • Assessed and recommended new regulations and policy alternatives to align with evolving workforce dynamics.
  • Managed comprehensive HR functions such as mental health programs, resiliency initiatives, and EEO compliance.
  • Facilitated critical hiring decisions ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Delivered expert preparatory guidance to senior DoD leaders for testimony before Congress covering topics such as housing and medical benefits.
  • Provided strategic counsel on compliance with HR regulations, including EEO, FMLA, and ADA.
  • Executed strategies to standardize operations adhering to regulatory requirements.
  • Enhanced efficiency in report approvals through proactive stakeholder communication for compliance with congressional, GAO/OIG standards.
  • Developed a dynamic workforce by recruiting diverse talent and instilling a culture that drives continuous improvement.
  • Facilitated the largest military pay increase in two decades for 2.8 million personnel by driving key legislative changes.
  • Elevated living standards for 4.5 million military personnel families through strategic enhancements.
  • Integrated key aspects of recruitment, career development and growth into a strategic expansion plan alongside senior management.
  • Orchestrated a staff expansion by 42%, enhancing advocacy efforts for over 16,000 Space Force members and families.
  • Guided discussions on the National Defense Authorization Act with the House Republican leadership.

Chief Human Resources Officer

United States Air Force
05.2016 - 05.2021
  • Managed training, development, performance management programs and policies impacting a workforce of over 35K.
  • Oversaw enforcement of organizational policies across multiple departments.
  • Conducted thorough investigations to address intricate problems under compliance guidelines.
  • Established and implemented strategic plans focusing on both immediate and future goals.
  • Drove success in meeting essential targets, reinforcing alignment with overarching organizational strategies.
  • Served as a direct communication link between leadership and employees, translating leaders’ vision, decisions, policies, and directives to gain team buy-in
  • Streamlined resources leading to a $3.5M reduction in expenses and redistribution of workforce.
  • Managed strategic planning, policy formulation, and program execution for the nation's workforce investment system while advising Administrator and Office Director.
  • Established robust partnerships with 120 HR managers and senior leaders across the DoD among multinational leaders to achieve cohesive teamwork.
  • Addressed grievances related to discrimination, EEO issues and sexual harassment.
  • Revamped struggling team's culture, enabling them to achieve their best performance in 22 years during Inspector General Inspection.
  • Guaranteed public accountability, quality service, and customer satisfaction through efficient resource and staff management.
  • Recommended and implemented standardizations resulting in a 15% increase in compliance inspection rate within one year.
  • Adapted to shifted priorities during staffing reductions and heightened work demands, earning recognition for excellence in complaints resolution and quality assurance.

Director of Operations

United States Air Force
Sumter, SC
01.2007 - 01.2016
  • Directed operations including logistics, human resources, budget management, and quality control for a high-risk security organization with 2000+ multinational personnel.
  • Supervised staffing allocation, counseling, discipline, performance evaluations, promotions, and terminations.
  • Conveyed strategic plans, mission, vision, and values to subordinates for inclusion in team's strategies.
  • Managed quality control for training, certification, and annual assessment processes according to policies.
  • Oversaw comprehensive security planning and conducted risk assessments for entire installation facilities.
  • Achieved fortified security operations through contractor collaboration.
  • Drafted budget justifications to align financial resources with strategic objectives.
  • Managed $24M budget ensuring protection of 67K+ DoD personnel, 4M annual guests, and $28B in assets.

Education

Master of Science - Strategic Leadership

University of Charleston

Master of Science - Crisis, Emergency and Disaster Management

Trident University

Master of Arts - Criminal Justice

University of Virginia

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

American Military University

Continuous Process Improvement -

Institute for Defense and Business
Cincinnati, Ohio

National and International Security Leadership -

Alan L. Freed Associates
Washington D.C

Outward Mindset Training -

Arbinger Institute
Sumter, South Carolina

Enterprise Perspective Seminar -

Alan L. Freed Associates
Washington D.C

Leading Strategically -

Center for Strategic Leadership
Colorado Springs, Colorado

China and the Indo-Pacific Seminar -

Alan L. Freed Associates
Washington D.C

Skills

  • Results-Oriented Leadership
  • Strategic Policy Design
  • Information Technology Management
  • Program Management
  • Risk Analysis
  • Supply Chain Procurement
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Financial Budgeting
  • Collaborative Leadership
  • Legislative Strategy
  • Process improvements
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Human resources
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Business development

Certification

  • Graduate of the FBI National Academy, Distinguished Graduate.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute (PMI).
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) in the Workplace Certificate – University of South Florida.
  • Inclusive and Ethical Leadership Certificate – University of South Florida.

Timeline

Deputy Director

United States Capitol Police
06.2024 - Current

Strategic Advisor to the Chief Human Resources Officer

United States Air Force
05.2021 - 06.2024

Chief Human Resources Officer

United States Air Force
05.2016 - 05.2021

Director of Operations

United States Air Force
01.2007 - 01.2016
  • Graduate of the FBI National Academy, Distinguished Graduate.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) – Project Management Institute (PMI).
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) in the Workplace Certificate – University of South Florida.
  • Inclusive and Ethical Leadership Certificate – University of South Florida.

Master of Science - Strategic Leadership

University of Charleston

Master of Science - Crisis, Emergency and Disaster Management

Trident University

Master of Arts - Criminal Justice

University of Virginia

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

American Military University

Continuous Process Improvement -

Institute for Defense and Business

National and International Security Leadership -

Alan L. Freed Associates

Outward Mindset Training -

Arbinger Institute

Enterprise Perspective Seminar -

Alan L. Freed Associates

Leading Strategically -

Center for Strategic Leadership

China and the Indo-Pacific Seminar -

Alan L. Freed Associates
Steve Cenov