Anthony T. Norris(740)297-9947 (C), (740)297-4054 (H)395 Spring Valley Drive, Zanesville OH 43701

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Professional Profile

Enthusiastic Human Resources/Administrative Director with 22 years’ experience and solid background in personnel assignment, training, recruiting, executive administration and office management. Policymaking professional offering excellent verbal and written communication skills. Detail-oriented and driven expertise in problem solving and special project management; a strategic leader in the support of organizational mission achievement.

Human Resources Executive Administration Project Planning Public Relations Public Speaking Training Mentor Development

Management Privacy Act Management Quality Assurance Team Building Customer Service Security Management Microsoft Office

Professional Accomplishments

Executive Department Head, Manpower and Human Resources Management, United States Navy (September 2011 – August 2015) Oversaw daily department operations for a staff of 22 employees in

five work centers (legal services, payroll, front office operations, educational services, and career counseling) for two organizations, successfully increasing productivity and efficiency. Closely worked with Operations to drive personnel growth with zero impact to overall mission attainment. Led and trained management teams in employee performance reviews and mid-year evaluations.

Served as the Executive Aide to four top executives who were in charge of all Navy Recruiting Operations within the states of Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, encompassing seven departments, 14 divisions, 90 satellite offices, and over 300 employees.

Managed Retention Program, reviewing all performance and retention bonuses which totaled over one million dollars annually.

Dynamic in the management of all indoctrination training for 80 new employees annually and the execution of a $300K training and travel budget for nearly 600 personnel across two separate commands (Navy Recruiting and Naval Special Warfare) during tenure as respective Department Head.

Developed and instituted first Mentorship Program; creating contracts between mentors and protégés for 100% of all current and projected employees. Increased overall accountability, improved

training efficiency, and advanced early career progression. Organized 52 training events for 600 employees annually, supporting

all organizational requirements and directives. As Privacy Act and Personal Identifiable Information Coordinator,

managed the training of 100% of all employees and the routine inspection of over 150 office spaces and functional areas, ensuring complete compliance with federal privacy regulations.

Directed and led 43 personnel in volunteer efforts with the Columbus Ohio Boys and Girls Club, contributing a total of 1,032 hours in support of maintenance and special projects; developing long lasting ties within the community.

Senior Advisor, United States Navy (August 2010 – September 2011) Advisor to the top executive on all matters related to the daily

functions of five departments, 233 merchant mariners, and 17 Navy personnel forward deployed to the Mediterranean and Baltic Seas.

Directed all staff briefings and awareness training on physical security and threat conditions while overseas; resulted in zero incidents during visits to 22 countries and 35 ports of entry.

Drove the organizational leadership team through all annual required training, to include equal opportunity, employee rights and responsibilities, and sexual assault and prevention instruction, maximizing resources and concluding with minimal appropriated funding.

Community relations organizer, coordinated international cooperation between the United States and German navies and the cities of Brixham and Torquay England, dedicating staff and resources to improve facilities and function of assisted living communities and improve the quality of life for hundreds of elderly residents.

Lead Recruiter, United States Navy (July 2006 – August 2010) Managed all recruiting operations and strategic planning with a staff

of three recruiters, prospecting five counties and 3,500 square miles in southeast Ohio, to include over 15,000 job market eligible workers. Oversaw all consumable purchases totaling $100K annually and was successful at maintaining $500K worth of government assets with zero deficiencies.

Charged with identifying and recruiting highly qualified applicants for entry into the United States Navy. During tenure was successful at achieving 200% of assigned goal in three consecutive years, to include Nuclear Engineering, Naval Special Warfare, and Colligate Programs.

Promoted positive Navy awareness through development of

contacts with educators to ensure the Navy is a viable career choice for qualifying students. Developed tactical plans to target high schools, career fairs, and other recruiting events. Trained all staff in presentation techniques and highlighting advantages of employment with the U.S. Navy.

Developed partnerships with Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Muskingum County and Christ Table of Zanesville, guiding employees to give back to the local community and build long lasting relationships.

Executive Assistant, United States Navy (October 1993 – July 2006) Served as executive assistant for 10 high-level officials, to include

four Navy Admirals and six Captains and Commanders. Scheduled and planned all aspects of the executive’s calendars,

working with numerous CEOs, State and City Officials, as well as other Military leaders from all branches of service within the Department of Defense.

Expert in military and civilian official protocol. Organized countless visits from city, state, government, heads of foreign states, including the President of the United States while serving as lead executive assistant for the Commander of regional operations in the Pacific Northwest.

Performed duties as Secretary, Treasurer, Vice President, and President for the Morale Welfare and Recreation Programs (MWR) at four separate Navy commands. Responsible for serving the unit’s employees by planning annual holiday parties, summer picnics, funding of all sport teams, granting discounted entertainment tickets, and ensuring morale was a top priority and visible/accessible to all.

Special assistant to the executives and coordinator for all annual employee evaluations and mid-term reviews.

Mail orderly in charge of all incoming official correspondence and proper distribution. Directly responsible for postmarking all outgoing mail and accurately maintaining a postage ledger.

Work History September 1, 2011Department Head, HR/Administrative Management, United States Navy, Columbus, OH

August 1, 2010Senior Advisor, United States Navy, Southern Europe

July 1, 2006Lead Recruiter, United States Navy, Zanesville, OH

October 12, 1993Executive Assistant, United States Navy, Seattle, WA

Education Muskingum University163 Stormont StNew Concord, OH 437622/17: Estimated completion date 3/28/17 with BS in Human Resource Management and dual minors in Business Management and Communications

Certified Office Manager/ High School DiplomaAdministrative Service Edmonds Woodway High SchoolU.S. Department of Labor Edmonds WA 9802010 March 2012 June 5, 1993

Legal Officer Senior Leadership ContinuumNaval Justice School Navy Recruiting CommandNorfolk VA Columbus OHApril 20, 2012 August 8, 2008

Recruiting Certification Primary Leadership DevelopmentNavy Recruiting Orientation Unit Navy Trident Training FacilityPensacola FL Bangor WAJuly 15, 2006 May 16, 2003