Results-driven Human Resources Specialist with extensive experience in federal HR functions, including talent acquisition, recruitment and placement, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, and HR operations. Demonstrated success in optimizing HR processes through HRIS platforms, regulatory compliance, and process improvement. Proven expertise in leveraging federal hiring authorities (DHA, VEOA, Schedule A, 30% Vet), and executing complex personnel actions within DoD and DOJ frameworks. Adept at providing strategic and operational HR support to cross-functional teams, enhancing employee lifecycle management, and workforce planning initiatives.
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Citizenship: U.S.
Security Clearance: Secret.
Special Hiring Eligibility:
30% Disabled Veteran
VEOA
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Specialist
Department of Justice – Federal Bureau of Prisons
01.2025 - Current
Managed leave and benefits programs for over 1,800 employees (FMLA, PPL, VLTP, and Military).
Processed and tracked SF-52s for actions such as promotions, LWOP-MIL, resignations, awards, return-to-duty, etc.
Delivered HRIS reporting on workforce status, onboarding/offboarding metrics, and unpaid leave.
Maintained personnel records, and audited payroll data for compliance.
Developed SOPs for leave policies and telework eligibility in accordance with agency regulations.
Supported onboarding and suitability via eQIP, USAccess, background verifications, and PIV issuance.
Human Resources Specialist – Performance Manager
Department of Justice – Criminal Division
08.2023 - 01.2025
Oversaw USA Performance administration for 1,000 GS and 40 SES/SL employees.
Monitored recruitment pipelines, onboarding tasks, and compliance with pre-employment processes.
Created performance tracking reports for GS/SES cycles and managed award eligibility reviews.
Entered performance ratings into EPIC; coordinated rating cycles and award submissions.
Liaised with managers to support employee life cycle data accuracy and strategic reporting.
Management Analyst (HR Liaison), GS-0343-11
33rd Fighter Wing – Dept. of the Air Force
03.2021 - 08.2023
Advised on Title 5 recruitment strategies using USA Staffing, DHA, Schedule A, and 30% Vet.
Processed RPAs via DCPDS for a range of personnel actions including conversions and promotions.
Administered DPMAP performance system and provided guidance on civilian awards processing.
Reviewed classification data for accuracy and UMD alignment; completed Table 30 and PD tool documents.
Coordinated full-cycle onboarding and suitability determination, including medical and fingerprinting processes.
Ensured compliance with I-9 and E-Verify and entered data into USA Staffing and DCPDS.
Conducted background check initiation via eQIP; reviewed prior investigations and clearance eligibility.
Provided orientation briefings and executed TJO tracking, security clearance, and EOD processing.
Management Services Specialist, GS-0301-09
834th Battalion – MOTCO
09.2018 - 05.2019
Acted as liaison with CHRA and CPAC to facilitate staffing, classification, and onboarding activities.
Conducted in-processing and security onboarding for new employees, including CAC scheduling and system access.
Tracked PARs and coordinated with upper command for final recruitment approvals.
Managed customer inquiries through various communication channels effectively.
Provided ongoing support to team members in resolving complex client issues.
Accountant
NAVFAC, Department of the Navy
01.2009 - 09.2014
Financial Management Career Intern Program – Completed a minimum of 1year rotational assignment in Accounting, Payroll, Budget, and Human Resources:
Human Resources & Staffing Support
Supported HR functions including staffing, payroll, employee relations, and training program administration in compliance with OPM and DoD HR policies.
Drafted and posted internal vacancy announcements using automated recruitment systems, reviewed resumes, verified academic accreditation, and created certificates of eligible candidates.
Facilitated onboarding and new hire orientation; conducted payroll briefings and reviewed employment documents for accuracy and compliance.
Processed personnel actions in DCPDS, including organizational realignments, cost code changes, and accessions.
Interpreted and applied federal HR policies and regulatory guidance across staffing, benefits, and labor relations matters.
Extracted and analyzed HR/payroll data using HRIS systems to create reports for decision-makers.
Payroll Operations & Compliance
Researched, analyzed, and resolved complex payroll discrepancies affecting over 1,500 GS and WG civilian employees using SLDCADA, DCPS, and LMSIS systems.
Executed corrective actions for labor rejects, resulting in a $10M cost reduction in FY2010.
Served as liaison for the Voluntary Leave Donor Program; processed applications and updated payroll and tax records.
Conducted payroll audits, entered remedy tickets for leave audits, garnishments, and tax issues in Remedy system.
Functioned as backup Payroll Administrator, managing Time & Attendance submissions and routine payroll transactions.
Accounting & Financial Management
Oversaw the Professional Reimbursement Program for NAVFAC Washington; processed license/certification reimbursements across Navy Working Capital Fund (NWCF) and General Fund (GF) accounts.
Entered invoices and funding documents (2275s/2276s) into DWAS, validated and certified funding availability.
Maintained and updated vendor data and obligation authority in Financial Information System (FIS); ensured compliance with NAVFAC Atlantic processing protocols.
Audited travel authorizations and vouchers in Defense Travel System (DTS), validating and correcting Line of Accounting (LOA) entries.
Performed daily internal audits and reconciliations of commitments, obligations, and expenditures in accordance with appropriations law and OMB A-11 guidance.
Generated and analyzed cost reports and financial summaries from Discoverer and other financial reporting tools.
Processed journal vouchers, cost adjustments, and chargebacks to correct erroneous transactions and ensure accounting accuracy.
Provided real-time funds status reports to support South Potomac Facility Engineering Command, facilitating proactive financial decision-making.
Education
Master of Arts - International Relations & Affairs
The University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK
12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
University of Maryland Global Campus
Kaiserslautern, Germany
06.2017
Skills
HR systems/HRIS: NFC, EPIC, DCPDS, MyBiz, MyFSS, HR Connect, INSIGHT, Business Objects (BO), and USA Staffing
Federal staffing and hiring authorities: DHA, VEOA, VRA, Schedule A, 30% vet, merit promotion
Performance management: USA Performance, DPMAP, PWP tracking, SES/SL performance cycles
Financial Program Specialist at U.S. Department Of Justice, Federal Bureau Of PrisonsFinancial Program Specialist at U.S. Department Of Justice, Federal Bureau Of Prisons
Federal Correctional Officer at U.S. Department Of Justice, Federal Bureau Of PrisonsFederal Correctional Officer at U.S. Department Of Justice, Federal Bureau Of Prisons
Correctional Systems Officer at Department Of Justice, Federal Bureau Of PrisonsCorrectional Systems Officer at Department Of Justice, Federal Bureau Of Prisons