Marcus Barron

Military Service:

• Rank: Sergeant First Class

  Branch/Position: Army

  Period: April 2006 - present

  Occupation: Human Resource Specialist

  Security Clearance: Top Secret Clearance

  Duties Description:

  Personnel Management: Supervises and performs personnel and administrative functions supporting company, battery, troop, and detachments at division, corps, and echelons above corps.

  Strength Management: Oversees all strength and distribution actions, ensuring accurate personnel accountability.

  Readiness and Welfare: Responsible for the readiness, health, and welfare of all Soldiers under their supervision.

  Administrative Support: Manages, processes, reviews, and coordinates administrative tasks related to personnel accountability, evaluations, awards, promotions, and reductions.

  Electronic Records: Processes updates to Soldiers' electronic files and maintains accurate records.

  Mentorship and Supervision: Supervises, mentors, and is accountable for the health, welfare, morale, training, and actions of assigned Soldiers.

  Advisory Role: Advises the commander, the staff, and unit Soldiers on human resource matters.

  Emergency Notification: Maintains emergency notification data and ensures timely communication in emergencies.
  

Work history:

• Job Title: Senior Human Resources Sergeant

  Company: HQ Battalion, Soldier Recovery Unit

  Period: July 2022 - present

  Role Description:

  Summary:

  • Provided comprehensive personnel and HR support to over 200 individuals, including Active Duty, National Guard, Reserve, GS, and civilian contractors at the Fort Belvoir Soldier Recovery Unit.
  • Managed personnel services, support, award processing, leave and pass management, and evaluations for the battalion.
  • Supervised a team of 3 GS employees, 2 HR contractors, and 1 NCO in Patient Administration.

  Key Achievements:

  • Processed over 300 assignment orders with a 100% success rate in assignments, separations, and temporary duties.
  • Enhanced awards, leave and pass, evaluation, and order processes, improving productivity by 25%.
  • Created and implemented a comprehensive personnel database, significantly boosting data management and compliance.
  • Developed and employed HR templates, forms, and checklists, streamlining organizational processes by 50%.
  • Reduced the Release from active duty administrative process from 60 to 5 days.
  • Spearheaded the Army-wide Personnel Asset Inventory, achieving 100% accountability for the unit.
  • Coordinated and narrated all unit ceremonies, demonstrating poise and competence.

  Skills:

  • Administrative Actions
  • Organizational Inspection Program
  • Information Systems Management: Interactive Personnel and Payroll System-Army (IPPS-A), Army Recovery Care System (ARCS), Department of Army Mobilization Processing System (DAMPS), Evaluation Entry System (EES), Evaluation Reporting System (ERS)

• Job Title: Joint Military Personnel Sergeant

  Company: U.S. Cyber Command/NSA

  Period: April 2020 - July 2022

  Role Description:

  Summary:

  • Provided comprehensive administrative support to a team of 1,700 personnel within the Joint Cyber Command.
  • Advised senior leadership on personnel management, assignments, and leadership development.
  • Managed personnel actions, recognition and awards, performance evaluations, promotions, disciplinary actions, leave and absence management, and payroll services.
  • Maintained and updated various information systems, including FMTS, DJMS MMPA, eMILPO, IPPS-A, AIM2, DTS, DTMS, and iPERMS.

  Key Achievements:

  • Developed and implemented the CYBERALPHA joint personnel database, ensuring seamless integration and management of IPPS-A Soldier data.
  • Integrated AIM2 MER tracker into the CYBERALPHA database, achieving 100% accurate talent management tracking.
  • Reproduced and reintegrated CCMD PAAS unit procedures for Cyber Command.
  • Organized CCMD PAAS training and access acquisition for over 40 senior personnel.
  • Delivered clear and concise briefings to senior military and foreign officers, recognized as an HR subject matter expert.
  • Counseled senior officials and peers on policy, procedure, and professional development using WebEDAS, AIM2, eMILPO, and IPPS-A.
  • Fostered joint-service HR cohesion by distributing HR, evaluation, promotion, and assignment tools.
  • Volunteered as a platoon sergeant, providing mentoring and career development support for 13 soldiers.
  • Managed the Army Sponsorship Program process for inbound and outbound soldiers.
  • Granted MMPA “All Service” DOD finance system access, providing real-time financial guidance for 1,700 personnel.
  • Collaborated with senior officials to streamline Cyber Command talent management procedures, achieving 80% of personnel acquisition goals.
  • Assisted Equal Opportunity Programs managers as an EO leader, managing cases and coordinating EO-related events.

  Skills:

  • Personnel Management
  • Talent Management
  • Performance Evaluation
  • Leadership Development
  • Payroll Services
  • Equal Opportunity Programs
  • Combatant Command Disaster Program Manager
  • Platoon Sergeant
  • Information Systems Management: Fourth Estates Manpower Tracking System (FMTS), Defense Joint Military Pay System (DJMS), Monthly Master Pay Account (MMPA), Electronic Military Personnel Officer (eMILPO), Integrated Personnel and Pay System (IPPS-A), Active Duty Officer Assignment Interactive Module (AIM2), Defense Travel System (DTS), Digital Training Management System (DTMS), Interactive Personnel Electronic Records Management System (iPERMS)

• Job Title: Senior Human Resources Sergeant

  Company: HHC, United States Special Forces Command

  Period: August 2016 - April 2020

  Role Description:

  Summary:

  • Oversaw onboarding and offboarding for all assigned personnel at the United States Special Operations Command.
  • Ensured timely completion of administrative reports, promotions, leave management, financial services, personnel changes, performance evaluations, and other HR actions.
  • Managed a team of four HR professionals.

  Key Achievements:

  • Created an ADPAAS database, improving efficiency by 50%.
  • Implemented a UCFR database, achieving 100% accountability for the finance tracking of 450 personnel.
  • Provided guidance based on extensive HR technical knowledge, sought by peers, subordinates, and senior officials.
  • Volunteered countless hours mentoring Soldiers and NCOs, exemplifying initiative and leadership.
  • Held mock boards, achieving 100% first-time recommendations for promotions to Sergeant and Staff Sergeant.
  • Conducted Microsoft Access training, resulting in the creation of multiple HR databases and automation of HR processes.
  • Counseled over 100 senior officials, peers, and subordinates on various systems to foster career development.
  • Supervised and conducted Personnel Readiness Workshops, boosting command readiness compliance by 80%.
  • Served as AGCR Award voting council member, processing over 30 regiment-affiliated awards.
  • Managed and tracked over $250K of gym and tactical equipment with zero losses in accountability.
  • Processed over 900 awards, 1200 personnel actions, and 4000 leave and finance transactions with over 90% on-time submissions.
  • Developed and organized PT sessions, increasing APFT scores by 15% through the company.

  Skills:

  • Administrative Actions
  • Organizational Inspection Programs
  • Information Systems Management: Interactive Personnel and Payroll System-Army (IPPS-A), Army Recovery Care System (ARCS), Department of Army Mobilization Processing System (DAMPS), Evaluation Entry System (EES), Evaluation Reporting System (ERS), eMILPO, EDAS, WebEDAS, AIM2, ACT Sponsorship, UCFR, iPERMS, Microsoft PowerPoint/Excel/Word/Teams, Access
  • Equal Opportunity Representative, Division Sponsorship Representative
  • Division (ADPAAS) Manager
  • (COOP) Team Member
  • Company Voting Assistant Manager
  • (AG) (ARSOF) Chapter Council Member

• Job Title: Executive Administrative Assistant

  Company: HQDA G-3/5/7, Pentagon

  Period: February 2014 - July 2016

  Role Description:

  Summary:

  • Supported senior leaders in the Department of Army G-3/5/7, facilitating seamless communication and operations.
  • Managed dissemination of orders, compliance with directives, and administrative activities, including contingency operations.
  • Balanced military duties with college, maintaining a 3.0 GPA while working long hours.

  Key Achievements:

  • Trained 8 Sergeants in administrative, safety, and operations protocols.
  • Created and implemented day-to-day standard operating procedures for DCS G-3/5/7, ensuring flawless synchronization.
  • Successfully completed Airborne School for career progression.
  • Planned and coordinated travel for senior leaders, managing administrative approvals and DTS coordination.
  • Served as Supply Manager, reviewing operational requirements and managing procurement for 450 personnel.
  • Selected to serve as Executive Administrative Assistant to the Command Sergeant Major and General Officer, outperforming higher-ranking peers.
  • Coordinated fundraising efforts for the Combined Federal Campaign, contributing over $90,000.
  • Organized travel for key events such as AUSA, Best Warrior Competition, and Senior Leader Seminars.
  • Maintained senior leaders' calendars and schedules with zero errors.
  • Provided expert advice on administrative actions, sought out by peers and senior officials.

  Skills:

  • Administrative Actions
  • Communications Coordination
  • Operational Planning
  • Contingency Operations
  • Training and Leadership
  • Standard Operating Procedures Development
  • Travel Coordination and Defense Travel System (DTS)
  • Supply Management
  • eMILPO, EDAS, WebEDAS, AIM2, ACT Sponsorship, UCFR, iPERMS, Microsoft Office

  Additional Duties:

  • Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Coordinator
  • Physical Security Manager
  • Safety Manager
  • Tasking Manager
  • Training Manager
  • Supply Manager

• Job Title: Protocol Operations Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge

  Company: HSC, HHB, Eighth Army

  Period: February 2011 - February 2014

  Role Description:

  Summary:

  • Provided executive-level support and technical advice on protocol activities and standard operating procedures across the South Korean peninsula.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring precision in all activities and correspondence for the Commanding General and Chief of Staff.
  • Supervised a team of 10 personnel, including sergeants, soldiers, and Korean Augmentees, focusing on morale, health, and welfare.

  Key Achievements:

  • Planned and executed the Eighth Army Commanding General's Holiday Reception, tracking over 600 invites and managing $16,000 in federal funds.
  • Key planner for the Eighth Army Secretary General Staff physical training program, ensuring compliance with Army Field Manual 7-22.
  • Supervised the expenditure of over $62,000 in official representation funds with zero errors as the sole ORF Cardholder for the Eighth Army.
  • Maintained accountability for over $18,000 worth of equipment during major joint exercises without losses.
  • Ensured the transfer and accountability of over $13,000 worth of gifts, implementing SOPs across the Korean peninsula.
  • Established a Protocol onboarding program, including courses, briefings, and policies for recruits.
  • Redesigned the Eighth Army Official Representation Funds (ORF) tracking system, setting the standard for protocol teams across the peninsula.

  Skills:

  • Executive Support
  • Protocol Activities
  • Standard Operating Procedures
  • Event Planning and Coordination
  • Financial Management
  • Supply and Equipment Accountability
  • Team Supervision and Training
  • Compliance with Regulations

  Additional Duties:

  • Official Representation Funds Custodian
  • Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Coordinator
  • Physical Security Manager
  • Safety Manager
  • Tasking Manager
  • Training Manager
  • Supply Manager

• Job Title: Training Non-Commissioned Officer

  Company: Bravo Company, 2-60th Battalion

  Period: March 2010 - February 2011

  Role Description:

  Summary:

  • Oversaw the training and development of 240 recruits in Bravo 2-60th Basic Training Company.
  • Developed, published, and maintained training records for recruits and cadre.
  • Managed onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring smooth transitions and administrative efficiency.

  Key Achievements:

  • Coordinated make-up training sessions, meeting all training requirements.
  • Secured and managed training aids and materials, supporting effective sessions.
  • Assisted recruits with personnel actions, providing administrative support and guidance.
  • Managed $50,000 worth of training equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and accountability.
  • Recognized as a subject matter expert on the basic training process for Initial Entry Training (IET) Soldiers.
  • Processed over 1500 soldiers for onboarding and offboarding with outstanding success.
  • Achieved recognition for the company mailroom as the best in the battalion during a brigade-level Organizational Inspection Program (OIP) inspection.
  • Processed over 1500 training records and 200 new-start and separation packets with zero losses.
  • Appointed as the mandatory trainer for all incoming training NCOs for the battalion.

  Skills:

  • Training Development and Coordination
  • Administrative Support
  • Personnel Actions
  • Equipment Management
  • Onboarding and Offboarding Processes
  • Training Records Management
  • Subject Matter Expertise in Basic Training
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Development

  Additional Duties:

  • Company Mail Custodian

Education:

• Columbia Southern University

  Bachelor's Degree – Human Resources Management

  Period: May 2011 - present