Devin L

Dynamic Senior HR Manager with proven ability to recruit and develop top talent while leading and training personnel across diverse teams. Demonstrated success in designing and executing large-scale training programs, fostering professional growth through effective coaching and mentorship, and driving promotions and recognitions. Expertise in policy creation, evaluation, and implementation ensures optimal organizational outcomes.

Strong commitment to personnel health, safety, and morale cultivates a positive workplace culture. Trusted to manage substantial budgets of up to $20 million, maintaining transparent communication and promoting consistency throughout expansive organizations.

Senior Manager - U.S Navy - San Diego, CA

(2020-05 - 2023-07)

• Conducted performance evaluations, compensations and hiring to maintain appropriate staffing requirements.
• As an Equal Opportunity Team manager, implemented EO policies and cultural initiatives, including training to proactively combat discrimination, facilitating a positive work environment, and ensuring a diverse and engaged team of 260 employees, ensuring zero adverse reports and Organizational Climate Survey red flags.
• Developed and implemented employee engagement initiatives, such as recognition programs, feedback mechanisms, and morale-building activities, to enhance team cohesion and foster a culture of inclusivity and collaboration.
• Developed and implemented training programs for junior staff, fostering professional growth and competency.

Quality Assurance Safety Observer - U.S. Navy - San Diego, CA

(2017-04 - 2020-05)

• Lead 7 sailors and 7 civilians across six Divisions in providing Quality Assurance and contractor liaison support for over 100 construction projects costing more than 20 million dollars.
• Monitored, trained, and maintained six inspection-ready programs for eight Divisions, ensuring compliance with standards throughout the command. Her commitment to providing training contributed to 30 of 30 programs graded 'on track' during the Commander, Naval Air Forces Pacific Aviation Maintenance Inspection.
• Expanded the Quality Assurance Department capabilities by qualifying 6 additional Quality Assurance Representatives and 6 Collateral Duty Inspectors, thus increasing overall detachment capabilities and reducing inspection delays by 50 percent.

Training Supervisor - U.S. Navy - San Diego, CA

(2014-09 - 2017-03)

• Led a team of 65 employees, resolving 346 discrepancies in 38 critical programs, increasing the Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) inspection scores to 90%the best achieved on an aircraft carrier, and ensuring compliance with a congressional-mandated assessment to inspect and assess the material condition of U.S. Navy vessels.
• Conducted Career Development Boards with 23 employees, increasing the advancement rate by 25% and retention rate by 40%.
• Developed, planned, organized, and oversaw training programs for 100+ employees, including new hire training and ongoing professional development, ensuring employee readiness for job performance and continuous performance improvement, complying with Navy regulations, policies, and standards and supporting organizational growth by 30%.
• Led diverse teams in high-pressure environments, ensuring mission readiness and operational excellence.
• Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Minor in Psychology - University of Maryland Global Campus (2026-05)