Joshua Colon
Fayetteville
Summary
Results-driven Senior Human Resources Specialist with expertise in performance management, employee relations, and data analysis. Proven ability to mentor junior staff and implement effective training programs to enhance workplace culture.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Human Resources Specialist
United States Army
Fort Bragg
04.2020 - Current
- Conducted performance evaluations to assess employee contributions and growth.
- Facilitated onboarding processes for new hires within the organization.
- Analyzed workforce data to identify trends and inform HR strategies.
- Mentored junior HR staff, sharing knowledge and best practices in the field.
- Supported compliance with federal regulations and military policies in HR practices.
- Implemented initiatives to improve workplace culture and foster positive relationships among team members.
- Collaborated with department managers to monitor project progress.
- Interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures or regulations.
- Implemented performance management systems, including performance appraisals and goal setting, to boost productivity.
- Developed and implemented employee training programs to enhance skills.
Parachute Rigger
United States Army
Fort Bragg
03.2017 - 03.2020
- Inspected parachutes for defects and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Packaged parachutes meticulously for safe deployment during operations.
- Maintained inventory of rigging supplies and equipment for operational readiness.
- Trained junior riggers on safety procedures and packing techniques effectively.
- Documented parachute maintenance records to ensure accurate tracking and compliance.
- Performed regular equipment checks to ensure all tools were in optimal condition.
- Followed strict safety protocols while packing, inspecting, repairing and maintaining parachutes.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo from aircrafts with utmost care as per instructions given by the pilot and captain.
- Managed packing and rigging of parachutes.
- Repaired and replaced damaged or worn components of parachutes.
College Student
Quinsigamond Community College
Southbridge
07.2015 - 02.2017
- Attended classes to gain knowledge in various subjects.
- Prepared presentations using multimedia software tools such as PowerPoint or Prezi.
- Created a study plan to manage time efficiently for studying, completing projects, and writing papers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Game Design
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL11-2024
High School Diploma -
Southbridge High School
Southbridge, MA06-2011
Skills
- Problem resolution
- Employee relations
- Team collaboration
- Project management
- Employee training
- Performance evaluation
- Data analysis
- HR analytics
- Organizational development
- HR policies and procedures
- Manager coaching and training
Affiliations
- Love spending time with my family, going out to the parks and play grounds along with taking our dogs to the dog parks and for walks.
- On my own time, spending time learning more on video game design and playing video games.
- Also on my own time, spending time in the gym.
Accomplishments
- Awarded the Army Accommodation Medal for filling the role an E-7 as an E-6 for 4 years.
- All 4 of my Non-Commissioned Officer Evaluations have far exceeded the expectations of my Superiors.
- Awarded the Army Accommodation Medal for processing over 200 retirement packets at the Soldier Support Center to balance out the back log.
Timeline
Senior Human Resources Specialist
United States Army
04.2020 - Current
Parachute Rigger
United States Army
03.2017 - 03.2020
College Student
Quinsigamond Community College
07.2015 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Game Design
Full Sail University
High School Diploma -
Southbridge High School