Christopher Banks

About Christopher Banks

Air Force veteran with extensive leadership experience in industrial environments, I bring a unique blend of strategic insight and hands-on operational expertise. My background includes a strong focus on Operations Management, Operational Planning, Training & Development, and Contractor Management.Passionate about optimizing human potential, I transitioned to a career in Human Resources to further my commitment to developing and empowering teams. My goal is to leverage my military and industrial experience to create dynamic, efficient, and motivated workplaces where individuals and organizations thrive.

Experience

1. Human Resources Manager

   Elite Construction Development

   Jan 2020 — Present · Pasco, WA, US

   I lead all HR functions for a commercial general contractor, driving both strategic and operational initiatives that strengthen culture, compliance, and organizational performance. As an HR department of one, I manage the full employee lifecycle for both bargaining and non-bargaining employees while building the frameworks that sustain long-term growth.Key Highlights- Designed and implemented company-wide Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to bring structure, accountability, and consistency across departments- Developed comprehensive training and career development programs for Project Coordinators, Foremen, and Superintendents, aligning field operations with organizational standards- Led the transition to a new 401(k) plan administrator and managed all communication, compliance, and coordination between internal stakeholders and external partners- Directed IT modernization efforts, including procurement, configuration, and deployment of laptops, iPads, and GPS tracking systems, improving reliability and cost efficiency- Built automated onboarding, offboarding, and approval workflows through Microsoft Teams and SharePoint to streamline HR and accounting communication- Redesigned and digitized the company’s performance management system, increasing feedback consistency and reducing administrative burden- Serve as a trusted advisor and coach to leadership, providing guidance on employee relations, compliance, and culture alignment.Focus Areas:Strategic HR Management | Process Design | Training & Development | Employee Relations | Technology Integration | Change Management | Organizational Culture

Education

• Seattle Central College

  Cabinetry & Architectural Woodworking

• Webster University

  Master of Arts (M.A.), Education and Innovation

• Community College of the Air Force

  Associate of Science - AS, Instructor of Technology & Military Science

• Park University

  Bachelor's degree, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

• Institute for Veterans and Military Families - IVMF

  EBV, Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations

• Community College of the Air Force

  Associate of Science - AS, Aviation Maintenance Technology

Skills

• Curriculum Development
• Operations Management
• Employee Training
• Team Leadership
• Leadership
• Management
• Team Building
• Defense
• U.s. Department of Defense
• Training Delivery
• Aviation
• Government Contract
• Government Contracting
• Military Operations
• Instructional Design
• Instructional Systems Development
• Dod
• National Security
• Supervisory Skills
• Top Secret
• Aerospace
• Veterans
• Operational Planning
• Human Resources
• Security Clearance
• Microsoft Office
• Program Management
• Air Force
• Contractor Management
• Active Ts/Sci Clearance
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Military
• Leadership Development
• Training
• Organizational Leadership
• Military Training
• Military Experience
• Government
• Human Resource Development
• Maintenance Management