Wendi McBride-Rentschler
Radford,VA
Summary
Resourceful program assistant with expertise in policy interpretation and student engagement. Skilled in enrollment processing and administrative support, delivering timely resolutions to cadet inquiries. Committed to enhancing cadet experiences and streamlining processes through effective communication and organization. Experience in managing administrative tasks and scheduling in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Assistant/HRA
Department of War
Blacksburg, Virginia
05.2023 - Current
- Interpreted DA and USACC policy guidance, applying precedent to guide cadet actions.
- Provide rule and regulation support to PMS cadre and cadets, and resolve information requests within 5 business days for 90% of cases.
- Deliver cadet management guidance and administrative support through personnel systems, including CCIMM, ACA, DODMETS, DMACS, Defense Travel System (DTS), Department of Army Mobilization Processing System (DAMPS), and related military platforms.
- Resolved procedural and regulatory issues regarding enrollment eligibility, medical qualifications, and contracting and commissioning requirements.
- Facilitated pay inquiries and addressed cadet pay discrepancies, ensuring financial stability for students.
- Process DTS authorizations, DAMPS orders, and vouchers for Cadet training opportunities.
Senior Military Science Instructor
MAT-INC
Blacksburg, Virginia
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Developed and presented lectures on military science topics to students.
- Conducted tests on military subjects to assess student knowledge and skills. related to military subjects such as tactics, strategy, weapons systems.
- Evaluated student progress through written exams, practical exercises, and oral presentations.
- Enhanced classroom teaching methods by integrating effective techniques learned from peer observations.
- Encouraged students to actively participate in class through positive reinforcement and engagement techniques.
- Tracked students' academic performance and offered personalized counseling to support learning objectives.
- Advised cadets on career opportunities available through ROTC programs.
- Developed a syllabus of lectures, classwork and assignments and distributed to students on first day of class.
- Coordinated administrative tasks, ensuring efficient record keeping, appointment scheduling, and file maintenance.
Education
Master of Arts - Higher Education Administration
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY08-2017
Master of Science - General Administration
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI01-2015
Skills
- Policy interpretation
- Regulatory compliance
- Cadet administration
- Military systems navigation
- Student admissions support
- Student records management
- Travel coordination
- Process improvement
- Information resolution
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Student engagement
Accomplishments
- Bronze Star (2nd), Meritorious Service (3rd), Army Commendation Medal (2nd), Joint Service Achievement, Army Achievement Medal (3rd)
Timeline
Program Assistant/HRA
Department of War
05.2023 - Current
Senior Military Science Instructor
MAT-INC
01.2023 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Higher Education Administration
University of Louisville
Master of Science - General Administration
Central Michigan University