Wendy Golden
Fairburn,GA
Summary
Acknowledged for crafting high-impact initiatives that enhance organizational readiness, broaden community partnerships, and achieve measurable employment outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ARMY RESERVE EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST
U.S. Army Reserve – Private Public Partnership Office (P3)
Atlanta, GA
05.2021 - Current
- Lead employment initiatives connecting Army Reserve soldiers, veterans, and dependents with civilian workforce opportunities, improving regional placement rates.
- Build and sustain strategic partnerships with Fortune 500 employers, workforce agencies, and educational institutions to expand career pipelines.
- Direct outreach, consultation, and readiness programs across commands, influencing soldier support operations.
- Manage employment data systems and performance tracking to meet federal program standards.
- Develop and facilitate workshops, job fairs, and resume clinics enhancing competitiveness in the civilian market.
- Advise leadership on workforce trends, partner relations, and operational improvements aligned with Army readiness priorities.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II
Georgia Department of Community Health – Office of Health Planning
Atlanta, GA
03.2017 - 04.2021
- Supported statewide compliance operations, serving as administrative liaison between managers, providers, and officials.
- Oversaw data management processes within Laserfiche, improving record accuracy for over 1,000 certificate of need applications.
- Streamlined administrative workflows and established documentation standards improving reporting consistency.
- Prepared executive-level correspondence, policy summaries, and performance reports for leadership.
- Coordinated project intake, scheduling, and cross-department collaboration for timely completion of regulatory reviews.
SCHOOL SERVICES SPECIALIST
335th Signal Command (T), Odyssey TCI
01.2014 - 03.2016
- Directed educational support programs for Army Reserve families across multiple states.
- Led outreach and partnerships with organizations such as Operation Military Kids and Boys & Girls Club of America.
- Provided strategic counsel to parents and command staff on education systems and military transition challenges.
- Developed and delivered training materials and community briefings to enhance awareness and participation.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH ASSISTANT
335th Signal Command (T), Choctaw Contracting Services
12.2011 - 12.2014
- Designed and implemented engagement strategies that improved quality-of-life programs and strengthened partnerships.
- Led command-wide events, mobilization briefings, and readiness initiatives, increasing mission alignment.
- Conducted outreach with government agencies and local employers promoting Army Reserve awareness.
- Fostered relationships enhancing access to employment and family resources.
- Advised leadership on data trends and community needs supporting planning and improvement efforts.
ARMY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING ANALYST
335th Signal Command (T), Serco Inc.
08.2008 - 11.2011
- Managed and mentored a team of 15 volunteers and staff to deliver accredited Army Family Team Building programs.
- Oversaw compliance, accreditation, and quality assurance for all training programs.
- Designed and facilitated leadership and professional development courses for over 500 soldiers and family members.
- Provided analytical insight on training impact and volunteer engagement for senior leadership.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to expand course offerings and resource utilization.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Clark Atlanta University
01.2003
Skills
- Leadership strategy
- Program leadership
- Career growth initiatives
- Reporting insights
- Employer collaboration
- Staff oversight
- Strategic planning
- Workflow enhancement
Certification
- Information Assurance Awareness, Army Reserve (2009)
- ACS Master Trainer, Army Community Service (2009)
- Master Trainer – Army Family Team Building (2008)
- Operation Ready Training, Army Reserve (2007)
Timeline
ARMY RESERVE EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST
U.S. Army Reserve – Private Public Partnership Office (P3)
05.2021 - Current
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II
Georgia Department of Community Health – Office of Health Planning
03.2017 - 04.2021
SCHOOL SERVICES SPECIALIST
335th Signal Command (T), Odyssey TCI
01.2014 - 03.2016
COMMUNITY OUTREACH ASSISTANT
335th Signal Command (T), Choctaw Contracting Services
12.2011 - 12.2014
ARMY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING ANALYST
335th Signal Command (T), Serco Inc.
08.2008 - 11.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Clark Atlanta University