David Walker
Nokesville
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Human Resources leader with over a decade of diverse military and civilian HR experience, specializing in workforce planning, employee relations, policy development, and talent management. Recognized for effective advisement of senior leadership while driving organizational readiness and implementing innovative HR solutions to enhance operational efficiency. Expertise in talent acquisition, employee engagement, and compliance, combined with a strong commitment to fostering teamwork and achieving measurable results through adaptability and reliability. Holds an active Top Secret/SCI clearance, demonstrating a proven track record in conflict resolution and strategic planning that supports organizational goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Specialist
Department of the Army – Center for Army Analysis, HQDA, G-8
12.2021 - Current
- Lead HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, and personnel utilization.
- Directed integration of IPPS-A across the organization.
- Provided strategic advisory services to senior leadership on workforce planning.
- Managed officer strength, coordinating authorizations, gains, and losses.
- Oversaw compliance with Army G-1 policies and directives.
Supervisory Human Resources Specialist
Department of the Army – Troop Command, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Principal advisor to senior leaders on HR operations and policy execution.
- Directed HR services for Soldiers, civilians, and family members.
- Analyzed mission changes to recommend workforce adjustments.
- Established performance standards and training opportunities for subordinates.
Supervisory HR Specialist / Executive Assistant
Department of the Army – Troop Command, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Managed executive schedules, travel, and correspondence for senior leaders.
- Oversaw personnel records programs and ensured 80% accuracy in database transactions.
- Directed HR transactions with 72-hour turnaround.
Supervisory HR Specialist
Department of the Army – Troop Command, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital
09.2015 - 09.2018
- Supervised 10 employees, ensuring compliance with HR policies and procedures.
- Supported Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity initiatives.
- Served as Voting Assistance Officer, managing unit-level execution.
HR Specialist, Customer Service
Department of the Army – Deputy Chief of Staff, G-2
01.2012 - 09.2015
- Coordinated HR support for 175 Action Officers across nine directorates.
- Achieved 70%+ customer satisfaction in service delivery.
- Implemented Service Culture Initiative Program, meeting 90% of goals.
HR Specialist, Customer Service (Deployment)
Combined Joint Interagency Task Force 435
05.2013 - 12.2013
- Provided joint HR support to senior executive organizations.
- Ensured daily personnel accountability in a deployed environment.
Education
Bachelor of Management -
University of Phoenix
01.2020
Skills
- Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition
- Employee Relations & Performance Management
- Development of HR compliance strategies
- Military HR Systems (IPPS-A, AIM II, IPERMS)
- Team leadership
- Data Analysis & Strategic Advisory
- Current Top Secret/SCI clearance
- Experienced in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
- HR Databases: IPPS-A, AIM II, IPERMS, EDAS, GEARS, DTS, DTAS, MODS
- Leadership development
- Compliance management
- Workforce planning
- Onboarding processes
- Recruitment strategies
- HR policy execution
- Personnel utilization
- Training development
- Employee relations
- Data analysis
- Document management
- Leadership support
- HR policies and procedures
- Recruiting
- Onboarding and orientation
- Employee onboarding
Websites
Timeline
Human Resources Specialist
Department of the Army – Center for Army Analysis, HQDA, G-8
12.2021 - Current
Supervisory Human Resources Specialist
Department of the Army – Troop Command, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital
01.2020 - 06.2021
Supervisory HR Specialist / Executive Assistant
Department of the Army – Troop Command, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital
09.2018 - 12.2019
Supervisory HR Specialist
Department of the Army – Troop Command, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital
09.2015 - 09.2018
HR Specialist, Customer Service (Deployment)
Combined Joint Interagency Task Force 435
05.2013 - 12.2013
HR Specialist, Customer Service
Department of the Army – Deputy Chief of Staff, G-2
01.2012 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Management -
University of Phoenix
Additional Information
- U.S. Citizenship
- Veterans Preference (10 points)
- Willing to Relocate