Human Resource Training

Chris Vasquez

*** ********* ***** *** 719-***-****

Monument, Colorado 80132 am38mj@r.postjobfree.com

Summary of Qualification

Accomplished and forward thinking Human Resource Specialist with a background in Military Intelligence. Experience in developing and executing strategic plans, able to motivate and empower groups to accomplish tasks and resolve complex issues. Increase operations and productivity through the use of climate surveys, building relationships, and 360 degree input and recommendations. I excel under pressure and take an innovative approach to problem solving in stressful situations. Train key players in succession planning by implementing career development/direction counseling. Solid business acumen with a talent in analyzing business data, identify areas of opportunity and improve operations by streamlining processes to enhance a team environment.

Core Competencies

Organization Multitasking Discretion/Ethical Policies/Procedures

Career Direction Time Management Crisis Management Conflict Resolution

Adaptability Critical Thinker Flexible Teamwork/Collaboration

Strategic Orientation Leadership Training/Development

Professional Experience

Company Executive Officer

Warrior Transition Unit, Fort Carson, Colorado

May 2009 to May 2011

Lead as the second in command, in a Warrior Transition Unit consisting of 140 personnel; 25 Cadre; 12 Medical staff and 5 civilian employees. Accountable for the conversion, healthcare and rehabilitation of wounded Soldiers in coordination with military medical case managers and non-medical care managers involved with the RSM/family for the development and execution of the CRP/CTP. Conducted training programs and provided comprehensive information on the changeover process and support systems.

• Ensured 100% compliance with annual training requirements for staff of 42 in areas of Safety, EO/POSH, HIPAA, Information Awareness, Career Transition/Development, Substance Abuse, and Suicide prevention.

• Launched the first Warriors Give Back community outreach event for 25 businesses to recognize leaders for their support in the transitioning phase of wounded and ill Soldiers; networking efforts; mock interviews and Q &A form on jobs in the local markets.

• Maintained 100% compliance of Comprehensive Transition Plans for a140 Soldiers. Tracked TRIAD of care (medical progression) weekly. Consulted and collaborated with Multidisciplinary Teams (MDT) during initial treatment phase and continuing throughout the continuum of care.

• Created detailed action plans; organized people and tasks effectively by developing and publishing policies and procedures. Prioritize multiple tasks on a daily basis; respond to urgent matters and projects.

• Often selected to lead organization projects for planning and meeting deadlines.

• Managed/Conducted training for employees; evaluated performance and ensured compliance of quarterly counseling; oversee rewards recommendations and discipline; address complaints and resolve personnel issues.

• Facilitated bi-weekly staff and training meetings. Focused on company strategic plans (short and long term) briefed on trends analysis, training matrix and events, Soldier transition process, critical issues, and developed courses of action.

Senior Personnel Administrative Service Manager

117th Army Space Command, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Aug 2002-Aug 2005

Christopher Vasquez / am38mj@r.postjobfree.com / 719-***-****

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Managed a Human Resource office of eight military personnel ensuring all duties were performed accurately and timely, setting clear expectations and delivering results. Identified corporate objectives, organized resources, directed operational efforts to achieve desired outcome.

• Influenced management to consolidate human resource clerks into one department in order to strengthen and streamline productivity. Advocated cross-training to build a cohesive team.

• Established an orientation program for newly assigned Soldiers/employees consisting of: in-processing, issuing of proprietary equipment, review/create records, benefits overview, finance, awards, mission, retention, reviewing policies and procedures, which increased the culture and morale by 75%

• Training and Development include: performance evaluations, leadership development, promotions, awards, equal opportunity, physical security, sexual harassment and career progression.

• Collaborated daily with human resource information systems to process personnel actions and monitor medical readiness through the use of MEDPROS (Medical Protection System).

• Developed/oversee the maintenance of internal database; provided custom reports to management.

Recruiting and Retention Counselor

Colorado Army National Guard, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Feb 2000 to Jun 2001

Developed and executed recruiting plans; Networked through industry contacts, associations and groups; Maintained records of attrition and resources. Analyzed labor markets and reviewed past practices for trends that impact the ability to meet recruitment goals by conducting SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis, conducted environmental and demographic scans.

• Reduced Attrition rate by 25% in assigned units of responsibility by making recommendations to higher to support a retention counselor at each location to focus on sponsorship programs and career planning.

• First to established GEAR Program (Guard and Educators Achieving Results) in four local high schools which introduce students to necessary life skills in health and social well-being, life betterment and career preparation, discovery, and disaster preparedness.

• Organized Breakfast with the Boss events in order to build and strengthen relationships with community employers

• Volunteered at assigned High Schools to network, foster relationships, an act as an advisor of the benefits and options available to students in a career with the armed services.

Education

University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

Bachelors of Science in Business

Major: Human Resource Management

Colorado Technical University

MBA (Human Resource Management)

Projected Graduation: May 2013

Specialized Education

• Army Center for Enhanced Performance

• Increasing Human Effectiveness

• Diversity Training

• Conflict Resolution

• Provider Resiliency Training

• Military Intelligence Officer Basic Course

• Advance Non-Commissioned Officers Course

• Personnel Admin Course (Honor Graduate)

• Legal Specialist Course (Distinguished Honor Graduate)

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Visio, Publisher, Outlook, SharePoint)

• Military HRIS: eMILPO, DTMS, DTS, RAPIDS, RCAS

• Social Media Enthusiast (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Stumble Upon)

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