Terrel Boyd Jr.
Abingdon,MD
Summary
Ability to effectively communicate with the public and goal-driven when balancing workloads and priorities. Skills using office equipment and access databases, with over 10 years of experience researching and maintaining the integrity of regulations and policies. Adaptable professional with a proven track record of stability, resourcefulness, and flexibility in an integrated system. Ability to use strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills to liaise with various departments. Emphasizes safety first in the workplace while strictly adhering to organizational policies and procedures. Career supported by BA in Human Resources Management and an active Secret Security Clearance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Support Specialist- Contractor
Defense Acquisition Support Services
Aberdeen , MD
2024.02 - Current
- Skillfully monitor and document the progress of hiring actions, ensuring a streamlined process.
- Act as a liaison to oversee the successful completion of taskers, maintaining clarity and transparency throughout.
- Keep organizational rosters and charts up-to-date, routing updates to the relevant stakeholders with precision
- Initiate the completion of pre-employment forms, expediting the onboarding process for new employees upon their arrival.
- Provide valuable support in preparing employees for their departure, ensuring efficient out-processing procedures.
- Notify the Human Capital Team about exit dates and award information, facilitating smooth exit interviews.
- TED-Complete forms for new employees to access TED and collaborate with the training team for seamless integration.
- Skillfully compile briefing slides and assist in setting up for Townhall meetings and other important events.
- Actively participate in and support of New Employee Orientation Program, contributing to the integration of newcomers.
- Engage in daily meetings with your director to discuss mission-related tasks and proactively seek Human Capital Team (HCT) Advisors' assistance for urgent matters. Keep directors well-informed with regular updates.
- Collaborate closely with directors, HCT, and the Operations Team to address upcoming tasks and events that require attention. Summarize this information in the MSO Liaison Weekly Report
Senior Human Resources Specialist
Army Reserve
Gunpowder , MD
2023.11 - Current
- Updated contact lists on a regular basis ensuring accuracy of information.
- Developed correspondence such as memos, letters, reports, utilizing MS Word functions.
- Organized and maintained filing systems, both paper-based and electronic.
- Maintained confidential records related to personnel files.
- Tracked and submitted employee timesheets to prepare for payroll processing.
Technical Recruiter- Hiring Our Heroes Fellowship
Amplify Federal
2023.08 - 2023.11
- Followed up with both applicants and hiring managers throughout the recruitment process until a successful hire is achieved.
- Used job boards, internet tools and career fairs to source both passive and active candidates.
- Coordinated and scheduled interviews between candidates and hiring managers, ensuring smooth communication.
- Managed communication with candidates throughout the recruitment process to maintain engagement.
- Developed and implemented strategic recruiting plans to source candidates through various channels, including social media, job boards, and networking events.
Senior Human Resources Specialist
Army Active Duty
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA
2019.02 - 2023.11
- Pioneered the transformation of the Organization's HR Section, strategically aligning it with HR Doctrine to establish innovative Essential Personnel Services and Personnel Readiness Management teams, resulting in a remarkable increase in overall operational efficiency.
- Spearheaded and coached three Special Forces Battalions and one Support Battalion in the successful implementation of the Integrated Personnel and Pay System-Army (IPPS-A), ensuring comprehensive training and readiness for all personnel.
- Streamlined and managed personnel records and transactions, including processing military pay, awards, promotions, evaluations, absences, and compensation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved a 30% increase in the organization's proficiency of administrative processes and procedures through the development and delivery of multiple policies and training guides covering an array of applicable laws, policies, and regulations.
- Advised and managed teams to deliver excellent personnel support to departments with 500 plus employees, facilitating departmental training and compliance for seamless operations even during a hurricane evacuation and the COVID-19 crisis
- Responsible for onboarding employees through a two-week mentorship program, and offboarding employees to streamline an efficient transition.
- Implemented talent management analysis, employee engagement, and development programs to foster a high-performing and motivated workforce.
- Conducted thorough inspections of Human Resources functions such as personnel accountability, strength reporting, records management, and reassignments.
- Cultivated and maintained critical relationships with external agencies and local support, ensuring effective collaboration and support for mission success.
- Serves as Strength/Talent Manager, evaluating skills and qualifications needed to accomplish all tasks utilizing extensive experience in Microsoft Office
- Sponsored, mentored, and prepared two Soldiers for the promotion board resulting in their successful passing of the board
- Successfully trained and mentored 13 Soldiers to properly utilize HR systems; resulting in widespread knowledge in field
- Established a causality operations standard operating procedure including processing awards and notifying family and leadership.
Human Resources Team Leader
US Army Active
Fort Stewart , GA
2016.12 - 2019.02
- Executed internal Soldier Readiness Processing, a detailed onboarding process, to prevent a decrease in unit HR metrics; including properly planning and completing 67 Soldier's forecasted actions.
- Recognized during Readiness Assistance Visit for being one of the top battalion S-1 sections in the division; scored an overall 82% proficiency.
- Provided guidance to all management levels on Department of Defense regulatory updates, ensuring strict adherence to compliance standards.
- Fostered a remarkable 60% overall productivity boost by effectively mentoring and coaching a team of four subordinates.
- Proactively implemented improvements and customizations, directly impacting customer satisfaction and experience.
- Developed high-performing teams, fostering team building and individual ownership for exceptional job satisfaction
- Maintained critical relationships with external agencies; provided efficient transaction within external and local support
- Conducted deployment operations for 497 personnel to National Training Center (NTC), maintaining continuous accountability during all phases
- Recognized by trainers at NTC as the best HR operations they have observed
- Consistently was sought out by subordinates, peers, and superiors to solve complex problems
Human Resources Specialist
US Army Active
Fort Bragg , NC
2013.11 - 2016.11
- Enforced strict adherence to Army Records Information Management System (ARIMS) guidance throughout the organization and its departments.
- Trained and demonstrated expertise in acquiring, handling, and securely recording personally identifiable information (PII) into protected databases, strictly adhering to all relevant policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
- Implemented effective measures to prevent task saturation, ensuring consistent high production quality by setting daily maximums for inbound customer questions and collaborating with peers to resolve issues.
- Successfully improved HR analytics from 60% to above 85% by introducing and maintaining knowledge management, sharing, and decision making for current or future planning.
- Fostered a deliberate cycle of command, staff and unit activities, designed to synchronize operations now and for the future.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ2021-08
Associate of Science - General Studies
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC2017-12
Skills
- Effective Oral and Written Communication
- Providing excellent customer service
- Providing technical competence to accomplish objectives set forth by the organization
- Performing duties of an Executive Assistant for senior management
- Demonstrating professional phone & email etiquette
- Reviewing & processing personnel, and finance actions with accuracy
- Scheduling travel and lodging arrangements for official government travel through the Defense Travel System
- Microsoft Office, Word, Power Point, One Note, Outlook, Excel, Share point and Internet
- Governing administrative duties, managing appointment calendars and greeting visitors
Certification
Sourcing Camp, November 2023
Equal Employment Opportunity Training, April 2023
Special Issuance Agency (SIA) Passport Acceptance Agent, March 2021
Master Resilience Trainer, December 2019
Affiliations
- Junior Warden for Fred U. Harris Prince Hall Lodge #70
- Volunteered for Memphis Police Department Youth Football Coach
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Administrative Support Specialist- Contractor
Defense Acquisition Support Services
2024.02 - Current
Senior Human Resources Specialist
Army Reserve
2023.11 - Current
Technical Recruiter- Hiring Our Heroes Fellowship
Amplify Federal
2023.08 - 2023.11
Senior Human Resources Specialist
Army Active Duty
2019.02 - 2023.11
Human Resources Team Leader
US Army Active
2016.12 - 2019.02
Human Resources Specialist
US Army Active
2013.11 - 2016.11
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
University of Arizona Global Campus
Associate of Science - General Studies
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Sourcing Camp, November 2023
Equal Employment Opportunity Training, April 2023
Special Issuance Agency (SIA) Passport Acceptance Agent, March 2021
Master Resilience Trainer, December 2019
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