MOS 42A
Human Resources Specialist Awards

See also: U.S. Air Force Human Resources Awards & U.S. Navy Human Resources Awards

Human Resources Sergeant

- SGT Acevedo-Gonzalez served as the Human Resource Sergeant for the 215th Brigade Support Battalion. While serving as the Battalion's human resource sergeant, he flawlessly processed over 250 personnel actions and 200 awards during his three years in the battalion. SGT Acevedo-Gonzalez also served as the unit mail clerk for the 10 companies in the Battalion, processing over 600 pieces of mail to include letters, magazines, and packages.

- SGT Acevedo-Gonzalez served as the battalion sponsorship coordinator for the 215TH BSB. He coordinated with all 10 company's sponsorship representative and the brigade Liaison. He assigned all incoming Soldiers to a company and greeted at the Day 1 installation in-processing and kept in touch until Soldiers arrived at their company.

- SGT Acevedo-Gonzalez served as the battalion strength manager for the 215TH BSB.





HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIST

FOR EXCEPTIONAL HUMAN RESOURCE SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY AS A MEMBER OF THE 1-11TH FA BN S1 SECTION. SGT ALVAREZ'S DEDICATION, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE RESULTED IN THE SUCCESS OF BATTALION WIDE MEDICAL AND ADMINISTRATION ACTIONS DURING A YEAR OF OVERWELMING OPERATIONS FROM MULTIPLE STATE ACTIVE DUTY ACTIVATIONS AND OCONUS PRE DEPLOYMENT OPERATIONS. SGT ALVAREZ'S EFFORTS REFLECT GREAT CREDIT UPON HERSELF, THE 1-111TH FIELD ARTILLERY REGIMENT, THE VIRGINIA NATIONAL GUARD AND THE UNITED STATE ARMY.





Administrative Assistant

Mr. Aguon, while serving as Administrative Assistant, demonstrated his consistent professionalism and dedication to service as his efforts have resulted in the 834th Transportation Battalion S1 department receiving a Central Contra Costa Sanitary District (CCCSD) award for full wastewater permit compliance. Mr. Aguon's persistence in identifying and correcting numerous memorandums and calender scheduling errors over a one year period from Sept 2020 to Sep 2021 has been recognized by the CMD team and fellow employees for exceptional work ethic and discipline. Mr. Aguon was instrumental in assisting in S1 duties while maintaining and overseeing MOTCO's hazardous materials (HAZMAT) and hazardous waste (HAZWASTE) management program. He single-handedly corrected deficient HAZMAT/ HAZWASTE storage areas and held multiple training events to educate and inform MOTCO personnel on HAZMAT/ HAZWASTE management requirements. Mr. Aguon personally engaged with the CCCSD inspector/ regulator to show that MOTCO follows appropriate permit conditions and was responsible for MOTCO receiving favorable inspection results and a subsequent reduction in permit provisions for compliance.





-300 PT
-LIK COORDINATOR FOR 22 SOLDIERS
-REMEDIAL PT NCOIC
-APFT/ACFT NCOIC
-DEPLOYMENT READY(GREEN ON ALL)
-CLS COURSE COMPLETION FEBRUARY 27TH 2021
-LEAD BY EXAMPLE FOR MY TEAM AS THEIR ACTIONS REFLECT MY LEADERSHIP
-HELP SUBORDINATES PERFORM BEYOND THE ARMY'S EXPECTATIONS WITH PT AND VOLUNTEERING FOR EXTRA SCHOOLINGS
-DEDICATE MY TIME TO WELCOME NEW SOLDIERS TO THE UNIT
-SPONSORSHIP FOR NEW SOLDIERS
-I WORK WELL WITH MY TEAM TO ACCOMPLISH AND MAINTAIN READINESS FOR OUR SOLDIERS AND THEIR READINESS TO DEPLOY
-COMPLETED DRIVERS TRAINING TO IMPROVE THE UNITS READINESS AS A WHOLE
-HELPED 17 SOLDIERS WITH DD93, SGLV, PRR, AND LHI IN JULY 2020
-SEPT 2020 ATTENDED AT AND BECAME AN ACFT CERTIFIED GRADER
-TRAINED MY SOLDIERS TO CONDUCT REMEDIAL PT IN PERSON AND ON ZOOM OVER 12 ORGANIZED PT SESSIONS, RESULTING IN SUCCESSFUL PT SESSIONS FOR EACH SECTION
-DEMONSTATES AND SHARES HR KNOWLEDGE AND TECHNIQUES TO HELP MY SUBORDINATES TO BECOME MORE EFFICIENT
-PROMOTE A POSITIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR SOLDIERS, I AM APPROACHABLE AND EMPATHETIC TO SOLDIERS BOTH ON PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL MATTERS
-I WORK WELL WITH MY HR TEAM TO USE ALL AVAILABLE RESOURCES TO ACCOMPLISH ALL MISSIONS ASSIGNED





Human Resources Specialist

FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE WHILE SERVING AS A HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST IN THE 398TH COMBAT SUSTAINMENT SUPPORT BATTALION S1 SECTION DURING ANNUAL TRAINING FROM MAY 4TH 2020 TO MAY 21ST 2020. SPECIALIST JUSTIN SMITH'S INITIATIVE AND COMMITMENT TO THE MISSION ASSISTED SENIOR LEADERS IN THE BATTALION S1 SECTION AS WELL AS S1 SECTIONS ACROSS THE BATTALION WITH CRITICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS. SPC SMITH'S EXEMPLARY HANDLING OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS ATTEST TO HIS PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITY, ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND THE ABILITY TO ADAPT TO SHIFTING MISSION REQUIREMENTS. SPECIALIST SMITHS'S EXCEPTIONAL PERFORMANCE AND DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECT GREAT CREDIT UPON HIMSELF, THE 398TH COMBAT SUSTAINMENT SUPPORT BATTALION AND THE UNITED STATES ARMY.




Administrative Clerk

Meritorious service while serving as Administrative Clerk for the 37th Infantry Brigade Combat Team S1, Columbus, Ohio, from 10 March 2016 to 22 August 2018. Sergeant Cecil Kane's initiative and commitment to the mission assisted senior leaders in his section as well as leaders across the brigade with critical administrative actions. His duties included Personnel Actions for Officers and Enlisted, Award Processing, weekly report updates, iPERMS, record reviews, and DEERS/RAPIDS assistance. Sergeant Kane's exemplary handling of administrative actions attest to his professional knowledge, responsibility, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to shifting mission requirements. As Admin Clerk, he completed over 1,000 SIDPERS transactions and sought additional knowledge by volunteering for and attending the ARNG Basic Human Resources and Admin Course. In addition, he trained and qualified three Soldiers in his section on multiple personnel actions including Awards, Military Education, iPerms, and Suspension of Favorable Personnel actions. Sergeant Kane's exceptional performance, professionalism and dedication to duty reflect great credit on him, the 37th Infantry Brigade Combat Team and the United States Army.




Human Resources Specialist

Meritorious service while serving as Human Resources Specialist at Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC) 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCT), Norman, Oklahoma from XXXXXXX to XXXXXXX. In this important position, Specialist Anita Rathburn maintained a fluid schedule throughout the Warfighter Exercise (WFX), completing in excess of 60 hours maintaining continuous radio communications, as well as training her section on the Command Post of the Future (CPOF). Specialist Rathburn's preparation and foresight was critical in developing accurate personnel estimates, forecasting event attendance, and the Battalion's successful participation in WFX 2019. Specialist Rathburn's exceptional performance, professionalism and dedication to duty reflect credit on her, the 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team and the United States Army.




Human Resources Specialist

CPL Doe served as the S1 floor NCO, while managing 3 Soldiers. She created trackers, templates, and Standard Operating Procedures for the Squadron to follow. She maintained the PERSTAT for the Squadron to ensure that the shop had daily accountability of all the Troops. CPL Doe diligently ensured that her duties and responsibilities were always taken care of before the work day ended.

CPL Doe served as an EPS Clerk responsible for personnel actions, promotions, processing awards, completing annual record reviews and uploading key supporting documents to iPERMs supporting 478 Soldiers across 6 Troops. CPL Doe ensured that Soldiers' DD93 and SGLVs remained updated, in order to facilitate maximum participation in weekly records rodeos. Her efforts improved readiness and contributed to the Squadron maintaining the best HR Metrics in 1AD CAB.

CPL Doe in-processed and out-processed over 200 assigned Soldiers and ensured all Soldiers' awards and any other pertinent information was inputted into eMILPO for SRB updates. She single-handedly adjusted all assigned Soldiers' dwell time and tour credits IAW Army policy upon the redeployment from the CENTCOM AOR. She also updated and tracked movement of main bodies to ensure that the Rear Detachment Commander maintained accountability of Soldiers as they arrived at home station.

CPL Doe provided support and advice for accountability to the Commander in order for Families to be notified of their Soldier safe return home from deployment. She became the subject matter expert on all S1 actions. Her "take charge" demeanor and selfless service allowed her peers and other S1 counterparts to go to her for direct guidance. She constantly led by example and made sound and knowledgeable decisions for the day to day operation of the S1 Shop's floor.




Human Resources Specialist

SPC DOE served as an Squadron Human Resource Specialist responsible for personnel actions, promotions, processing awards, completing annual record reviews and uploading key supporting documents to iPERMs supporting 478 Soldiers across 6 Troops. SPC Doe ensured that Soldiers' DD93 and SGLVs remained updated by personally going down to individual Troop CPs in order to facilitate maximum participation in weekly records rodeos. His efforts contributed to the Squadron maintaining the best HR Metrics in 1AD CAB.

SPC DOE served as the Squadron mail clerk. He distributed over 3,000 pounds of mail annually to the Soldiers of the Squadron and Brigade, playing a key role in the positive maintenance of morale in the unit. SPC Jones scored 100% during 8 quarterly mailroom inspections conducted by the Fort Bliss Postal Officer in addition to over 50 weekly inspections by the Squadron Postal Officer. He was recognized for his superior performance and as the subject matter expert for mailroom procedures and inspections throughout the Brigade.




Human Resources SGT

While serving as a Battalion Human Resource Sergeant, SGT Costas performed and oversaw day to day operations of the Special Troops Battalion S1. His duties included Personnel Actions, Officer and Enlisted Evaluations, Promotions, Awards Processing, Reassignment Processing, Finance, and Military Personnel files maintenance for over 1100 officers, NCOs, and Soldiers assigned to a rear detachment and a forward deployed unit composed of multiple companies of a variety of MOSs.

In the absence of his supervisor, SGT Costas covered the responsibilities of the S1 NCOIC for an entire month while continuing to maintain his own assigned duties. He sacrificed his off-duty time to ensure the mission did not falter in the absence of the NCOIC. A perfect example of the NCO's dedication to the success of the S1.

SGT Costas educated himself on the new semi-centralized promotion system; he provided accurate and timely information and assistance to Soldiers affected by the change in the system. He conducted effective training for the unit and his peers with a professional and confident attitude which eased the transition for the S1 and the Soldiers assigned to the unit.

SGT Costas in and out-processed over 200 assigned Soldiers and ensured all Soldiers' awards and any other pertinent information were inputted into eMILPO before they departed. He single-handedly adjusted all assigned Soldiers' dwell time and tour credits IAW Army policy upon the redeployment of individual companies. He also updated and uploaded the SGLI/DD93s for all assigned Soldiers to meet the new CAC standard before the Department of the Army suspense date.




Human Resources Sergeant

MERITORIOUS SERVICE WHILE SERVING AS THE HUMAN RESOURCE SERGEANT FOR THE 301ST MILITARY INTELLIGENCE THEATER SUPPORT BATTALION. SERGEANT JACK BAUER'S LEADERSHIP, TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, AND COMMITTMENT TO SOLDIERS CONTRIBUTED IMMEASURABLY TO THE UNIT'S MISSION SUCCESS. HER SERVICE AND DEDICATION TO DUTY REFLECT GREAT CREDIT UPON HERSELF, THE 301ST MILITARY INTELLIGENCE BATTALION, THE THEATER SUPPORT COMMAND AND THE UNITED STATES ARMY.




Senior Human Resources SGT

Provided direct human resources services support to tenant commands throughout the (insert BN/BDE/Corps name)'s area of operation, in support of over XXXX assigned Soldiers and their family members. Took control of enlisted promotions duties and responsibilities singlehandedly due to personnel shortages. Conducted all promotion board updates for enlisted and officers, to include the annual record reviews. Through his/her ability to multi-task, no lapse in customer services to the remaining Soldiers within the command occurred.

Developed battle rhythms and task matrices for enlisted promotions, records maintenance, assignments, actions and separations. Trained and mentored XX subordinate (PAC/BN/BDE/etc.) S-1 personnel and MILPER OPS civilian staff to ensure each were set for future success. Provided eMILPO refresher training, Promotion Point Worksheet training, UCFR, UTL training in conjunction with coordinating enlisted reassignments.

Informed subordinate units of newest HR developments through bi-weekly "HR Notes" messages to (PAC/BN/BDE/etc.,) points of contact. Shared his/her breadth of HR knowledge with Soldiers and staff, expanding their knowledge of HR processes and policies, which improved customer service for the S1/G1/J1 section.




Orderly Room NCO

For outstanding achievement as Orderly Room NCO, 411th ASB, while deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. SGT Lucky tracked and processed over 150 unscheduled leaves and passes while maintaining a 99% manning rate. Under shifting command and conditions, she organized and prepared the unit for redeployment and reintegration into central region upon completion of their 15 month deployment with zero loss of accountabilty. The accomplishments of SGT Lucky bring great credit upon herself, the 411th ASB, and the United States Army.




Human Resources NCO

SSG DOE served as a Human Resources NCO and Battalion Unit Prevention Leader for 9 months during Operation Enduring Freedom-Kuwait. He meticulously executed his duties in a manner equivalent to a Senior Human Resources NCO. He resolved over 500 personnel discrepancies ranging from complex pay and entitlement issues, to multifaceted Soldier's personnel actions. He developed a matrix to manage and track 510 personnel actions submitted to the Battalion for processing that resulted in 100% actions resolution.

SSG DOE's determination and commitment to mission accomplishment ensured the accurate completion 284 personnel records review and the creation of 240 DA Form 2-1's within a two month period. SSG DOE implemented an awards tracking process which resulted in effectively processing 50+ COAs, 20 impact and over 300 End of Tour awards. He personally created all templates, published taskers and conducted training for subordinate companies; ultimately contributing to overall higher award accuracy.




Human Resources Sergeant

SSG Buie served as the Human Resources Sergeant and assistant NCOIC for three years. During her tenure, she supported over 6,000 AIT Soldiers and 600 cadre. Her untiring work ethic contributed to the overall management and mission success within the Battalion. SSG Buie stood in as the NCOIC flawlessly and never let the pressure get to her. She personally maintained accountability and processed over 500 awards, 400 personnel actions, and thousands of AIT students' finance issues with a timeliness rate of over 95%.




J1/S1

While serving as the Company's Human Resource Sergeant, Sergeant Doe performed and oversaw day to day operations of Delta Forward Support Company. His duties included Personnel Actions, Officer and Enlisted Evaluations, Promotions, Awards Processing, Finance, and Military Personnel files maintenance for over 109 officers, NCOs, and Soldiers assigned to the Unit. On a monthly basis he would travel to all Village Stability Operation (VSO) sites to provide better support in Human Resources for the Company.

Sergeant Doe in and out-processed over 109 assigned Soldiers and ensured all Soldiers' awards and any other pertinent information were input into eMILPO before they redeployed. SGT Doe also updated and uploaded the SGLI/DD93s for 109 assigned Soldiers to meet the new Brigades standard before the Department of the Army suspense date. He single-handedly adjusted all assigned Soldiers' dwell time and tour credits IAW Army policies upon the redeployment of Delta Forward Support Company.

Sergeant Doe diligently processed all administrative paperwork in a timely manner, processing over 109 End of Tour awards for all members of Delta Forward Support Company. SGT Doe facilitated the promotion of his fellow Soldiers and compiled and maintained 100% accountablility of all members' personnel records including all red cross messeges during the unit's deployment. His task-oriented demeanor allowed him to successfully upload over 600 Tattoo policy memos to IPERMS.




42A/PERSONNEL ACTIONS CLERK

While assigned to the PAC office, SPC Dukes was responsible for answers and inquiries from the command team to help and advise them on personnel actions, administrative and clerical issues. She performed typing and clerical duties showing a preceding level of skill and provided technical guidance on administrative data to Platoon Sergeants. She also prepared suspense control documents and maintained active control of suspense files ensuring that they were in accordance with the Army Records Information Management System.

SPC Dukes' dedication to duty and superb organizational skills were essential to the daily operations of the 227th Quartermaster Company PAC office. She effectively managed and completed over 1500 personnel actions and various additional administrative tasks which proved instrumental to the success of the company's daily actions. With her intense competitive spirit and a refreshing motivational ability, she set the example for her peers to emulate.




42A30 Administrative Supervisor

o implemented systems to improve the processing rate of daily status reports, awards, evaluation reports and all personnel actions from 75% to 98%

o received a commendable rating for admin personnel actions and movement tracking during UFG '10; received a coin of excellence from the JNCC.

o demonstrated the patience and ability to articulate clearly so others understood the task at hand; resulted in a 100% success rate

o commended by the Director for outstanding performance as his Executive Assistant; while simultaneously performing her duties as Admin NCOIC




Served the S1 section commendably throughout his tenure with the battalion. He provided personnel support for seven active components, three Active Guard Reserve and over 115 Reserve component personnel. His advice, assistance and resourcefulness were often sought and needed as a direct result of the professionalism and mature judgment he displayed. Deeply involved in all facets of S1, he took charge, made sound recommendations and decisions and led by example.




For outstanding achivement in the management of current operations in the S-1 office. As the systems expert, he performed regular and thorough inspections of the S-1 section, completed over 40 additional duty memorandums, and ensured all programs were in compliance with regualtions. SPC Carl's acheivemnt demostrates his technical expertise as a professional soldier and sets the example for all others to emulate. Specialist Carl's outstanding performnce reflects great credit upon him, the S-1 section, and the United States Army.




For outstanding achievement as Orderly Room NCO, 411th ASB, while deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. SGT Lucky tracked and processed over 150 unscheduled leaves and passes while maintaining a 99% manning rate. Under shifting command and austere conditions, she organized and prepared the unit for redeployment and reintegration into central region upon completion of their 15 month deployment with zero loss of accountabilty.




SGT Cox's dedication to duty and superb organizational skills allowed him to effectively manage and assist in all facets of HHC orderly room operations, directly impacting the company's ability to accomplish the mission. He not only executed his assigned tasks quickly and efficiently, he anticipated taskings and took the initiative to prepare for them beforehand. This facilitated and increased the company's speed in meeting HHC suspenses and made our office the model of the battalion.




SENIOR HRNCO (42A40)

o personally ensured each one of his Soldiers were intimately familiar with the purpose, employment, and operation of all Data Systems within the HR Arena

o competence and close attention to detail proved to be an asset in cross-level training for each soldier increasing the S1's effectiveness by 50%

o productively ensured the completion of over 453 Family Seperation Requests while deployed with zero deficiencies

o created and enforced a strict accountability of all administrative documents within the S1, ensuring prompt and reliable service for over 800 Soldiers in the Battalion




HR Sergeant

o task oriented and detail minded; completes assignments to the fullest while staying focused to make sound and thoughtful decisions




Administrative NCOIC

o coordinated all S1 and administrative actions, prepared all student documentation, drafted and published graduation publications and documentation

o coordinated and pushed the daily status report and the JPERSTAT with excellent accuracy

o maintained administrative data for 76 soldiers assigned to Delta Battery from 3 different services

o refused mid-tour leave and contributed hundreds of hours of off-duty time to ensure all tasks were accomplished on time

o selected as Financial Obligation Officer, ensured all funds accounted for and spent in accordence with regulation

o served as acting Battalion Senior Human Resource NCO, trained 4 new Battery Admin NCOs and ensured battalion operations countinued

o processed 120 Red Cross Messages in support of deployed members

o Kept the Commander up to date with Personnel Accountability

o pushed 355 troops forward, fully equipped and administratively prepared





Human Resources Specialist

SPC Williams worked in the battalion mailroom and excelled in her duties as the mail clerk. SPC Williams conducted daily mail operations including picking up, sorting, and distributing mail to over 1,000 Soldiers. SPC Williams' attention to detail and hard work were immediately evident.

SPC Williams exemplified the total Soldier by seeking self improvement while assigned to the 502nd HRC. She exhibited determination by taking college classes earning 30 college credits towards her Associates Degree. Her commitment to higher learning set the example for fellow Soldiers to follow which resulted in four other members of the platoon's enrollment in Distant Education programs.

SPC Williams participated in numerous platoon and company postal training exercises. She lived the Warrior Ethos by always placing the mission first. SPC Williams encouraged her team to perform the assigned tasks above the standards and ensuring the platoons success on postal operations.




SPC Bronson graduated from the Postal Operations class as the Distinguished Honor Graduate. SPC Bronson completed and graduated from the Warrior Leaders Course (07-10), Combat Life Savior Course, and the Combat Service Support Automated Information Systems Interface (CAISI) Course.

SPC Bronson volunteered and received training as the units Training Aid Support Soldier. As the Training Aid Support Soldier, SPC Bronson was responsible for creating numerous projects that promoted visual and motivational awareness throughout the unit. He trained his peers how to create and accomplish visual/training aid projects for the 81st AG (Postal) Detachment. SPC Bronson's work ethic ensured all projects were completed in a professional manner.

SPC Bronson volunteered to serve as the Unit Mail Clerk upon returning from deployment, ensuring mail was properly safe guarded, efficiently distributed, and fulfilled all mission requirements required to perform his duty.

SPC Bronson stepped up to take on extra responsibly and duties whenever possible, in order to help out his peers to accomplish their missions. With his intense competitive spirit and a refreshing motivational ability, SPC Bronson sets the example for his peers to emulate and accomplish their own goals and desires.




While serving as a Battalion Human Resource Sergeant, SGT Costas performed and oversaw day to day operations of the Special Troops Battalion S1. His duties included Personnel Actions, Officer and Enlisted Evaluations, Promotions, Awards Processing, Reassignment Processing, Finance, and Military Personnel files maintenance for over 1100 officers, NCOs, and Soldiers assigned to a rear detachment and a forward deployed unit composed of multiple companies of a variety of MOSs.

In absence of his supervisor, SGT Costas covered the responsibilities of the S1 NCOIC for an entire month while continuing to maintain his own assigned duties. He sacrificed his off-duty time to ensure the mission did not falter in the absence of the NCOIC. A perfect example of the NCO's dedication to the success of the S1.

SGT Costas educated himself on the new semi-centralized promotion system; he provided accurate and timely information and assistance to Soldiers affected by the change in the system. He conducted effective training for the unit and his peers with a professional and confident attitude which eased the transition for the S1 and the Soldiers assigned to the unit.

SGT Costas in and out-processed over 200 assigned Soldiers and ensured all Soldiers' awards and any other pertinent information were inputted into eMILPO before they departed. He single-handedly adjusted all assigned Soldiers' dwell time and tour credits IAW Army policy upon the redeployment of individual companies. He also updated and uploaded the SGLI/DD93s for all assigned Soldiers to meet the new CAC standard before the Department of the Army suspense date.




Staff Sergeant (SSG) XXXXXXXXXXX served with distinction as third squad leader in Headquarters Platoon and oversaw the day to day operations of the Human Resources section of the 308th Military Police Company from 15 April 2014 through 30 May 2016. As the unit S-1 NCOIC, he utilized external resources to improve and expand the capabilities of the 308th Rest and Recuperation (R&R) tracking system to include each of the 308th housing units within the Detention Facility In Parwan (DFIP). He developed the only leave-by-housing-unit tracker that exists on the LSA which allowed the Guard Force Commanders to edit their DA-6 in real time in response to daily manning changes. His improvements enabled each housing unit to track its Soldiers absences so that they could plan accordingly and forecast and overcome shortages. SSG Blivett was also instrumental in the creation of the NCOER, medical, award, and promotion tracking modules.

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