Albert Ames

About Albert Ames

Summary-> Innovative professional with research, diplomatic, sales, and service experience-> Superior communication and interpersonal skills-> Excellent organizational and analytical skills -> Quick study with the ability to easily grasp and apply new ideas, methodologies, and concepts, as well as adapt to new technology -> Dedicated, self-motivating team-player who thrives in both collaborative and independent work environments.Degrees and Certification-> Professional in Human Resources Certification, Human Resources Certification Institute, Oct 2019-> Certificate of Intensive Study in Globalization and International Affairs, Bard College Globalization and International Affairs Program - Spring, 2011-> BA in International Affairs, State University of New York at New Paltz - Spring 2012-> AA with Honors in Liberal Arts and Humanities, Dutchess Community College - Spring 2008Awards and Accomplishments-> Tuition Scholarship, Bard College Globalization and International Affairs Program - Spring 2011-> Published, BardPolitik Academic Journal Website-> Dutchess United Educators Award in Political ScienceGoals-> To pursue a career in the international relations, political, development, economic, and/or non-profit fields-> To continue building a strong basis of knowledge -> To have a positive impact in each capacity-> To use each challenge as an opportunity for growth Relevant Studies: United States Foreign Policy, Politics of Developing Areas, Macroeconomics, Comparative Economic Systems, International Trade and Finance, Model European Union, Study Mission in Ireland, United Nations Semester, African Politics, Journalism Writing in International Affairs, Trends in Terrorism and Counterterrorism, Intelligence, Risk and Decision Makers, Core Seminar on International Affairs.Activities:Economics Club, Political Science Club, World Affairs Council of the Mid-Hudson Valley, United Nations Association of the United States, Amnesty International Campus Chapter, Campus Christian Fellowship, One Student Youth Ministries Leadership Team Member.

Experience

1. Battalion S1 (HR Officer)

   New York Army National Guard

   Dec 2020 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Performs adjutant functions as required by the commander- Serves as principal advisor to the commander on HR support- Serves as the HR doctrinal expert, and provides technical guidance/oversight to subordinate battalions- Coordinates field grade officer slating with the division G-1/AG- Serves as the senior HR manager for the battalion- Plans, coordinates, and executes HR support for current and future operations- Ensures all HR core competencies and subordinate key functions are completed IAW established timelines, policies, and procedures- Maintains the S-1 running estimate based on situational awareness and common operating picture of on-going operations and the impact or potential impact on S-1 operations- Monitors LOD investigations and ensures DA Form 2173 (Statement of Medical Examination and Duty Status) is completed whenever a Soldier receives medical treatment for a condition that is incurred or aggravated while on active duty- Advises the commander on the health, welfare, and morale of all Soldiers assigned to the unit- Prepares and provides HR support information to operation plans (OPLANs) and OPORDs- Ensures S-1 operations are fully integrated into unit operations and are reflected on the training calendar- Plans, monitors, and executes deployment and redeployment HR operations- Plans and executes HR professional development- Executes company grade officer slating (to include company command slating) in coordination with the office of Officer Personnel Management, finalized by the approval of the battalion commander- Executes commander‘s sensitive actions.

Education

• SUNY New Paltz

  BA, International Relations

  2008 — 2012

• Bard College Globalization and International Affairs

  Certificate of Intensive Study, International Affairs

  2011 — 2011

• Dutchess Community College

  AA with Honors, Liberal Arts and Humanities

  2006 — 2008

Skills

• Foreign Policy
• Journalism
• Political Science
• Politics
• Press Releases
• Sales
• Microsoft Excel
• Public Speaking
• Leadership
• International Relations
• Event Planning
• Management
• Editing
• Teamwork
• Spanish
• Social Media
• Nonprofits
• Strategic Planning
• Research