Richard Kang

  

Biography:

Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

Military Experience: 2.1 years

Work Experience: 6.5 years

Work Experience:

Dynamic and results-oriented Operations and Program Management Leader with over 10 years of experience directing high-stakes administrative, personnel, and compliance programs within the Department of the Air Force and private sector. Proven track record of optimizing workflow efficiencies, driving organizational readiness to 98%, and leading cross-functional teams of up to 250+ personnel in fast-paced environments. Expert in aligning strategic organizational goals with daily execution, managing complex resource allocation, and utilizing advanced data analytics to eliminate processing errors. Trusted advisor to senior executive leadership with a reputation for collaborative problem-solving, risk mitigation, and maintaining an active Top Secret clearance. 

Military Service:

  • Rank: Staff Sergeant

    Branch/Position: Air Force

    Occupation: 3P0X1 - Security Forces

    Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

    Duties Description:
    Provided law enforcement, base security, and force protection operations for personnel, resources, and critical infrastructure in both domestic and deployed environments. Performed patrols, access control, incident response, and emergency management while enforcing military laws and regulations. Trained in weapons handling, threat detection, and defensive tactics, supporting installation security, anti-terrorism efforts, and mission readiness.

  • Rank: Staff Sergeant

    Branch/Position: Air Force Reserve

    Period: October 2017 - November 2018

    Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

  • Rank: Staff Sergeant

    Branch/Position: Air National Guard

    Period: November 2018 - November 2019

    Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

Work history:

  • Job Title: Training Specialist

    Company: Dept U.S. Air Force

    Period: June 2023 - present

    Role Description:

    - Unit Training Manager: Oversaw training for 250+ Airmen via MyLearning/Envision, achieving 98% readiness;
    managed 12 programs, increasing proficiency 15%; scheduled 200+ hours per ETCA, coordinated 10 upgrade sessions yielding 2 early promotions.

    - Unit Security Manager: Directed protocols for 200+ personnel, ensuring 100% IA compliance; processed 50+ DISSclearances with zero errors; trained 30 annually, reducing violations.

    - ATAAPS Administrator: Managed timekeeping/payroll for 8 civilians; certified 16+ timesheets biweekly, resolved 2 discrepancies per DFAS; trained 10 users, cutting errors; handled 40+ leave requests yearly.

    - Foreign Disclosure Officer: Reviewed/authorized requests per DoD/AF policies; briefed personnel annually (100% NDP-1 compliiance); managed classified releases with zero unauthorized disclosures; audited records quarterly during 

  • Job Title: Human Resource Assistant

    Company: Amentum

    Period: November 2021 - June 2023

    Role Description:

    - Responded to employee inquiries on HR issues; researched appeals and supported resolutions under Collective Bargaining Agreements.

    - Processed personnel actions in HRIS; reviewed documentation for completeness/approvals; prepared reports for managers/customers.

    - Conducted new hire orientations; maintained filing systems; advised on military HR principles, retirement/insurance benefits, injury compensation, position classification, and organizational design.

    - Coordinated recruitment, benefits enrollment, and compliance with federal/state regulations; ensured accurate data entry and discrepancy resolution. 

  • Job Title: Unit Program Coordinator

    Company: B3H Corps

    Period: February 2021 - November 2021

    Role Description:

    - Served as primary POC for 489th/867th Attack Squadrons on admin programs (task mgmt., GTC, health/fitness/safety, ADPE, security/supply/timecards); assisted commanders in compliance with regs/laws/directives.

    - Provided SME guidance; designed comms plans for policies/procedures; liaised with mil/civ personnel offices; tracked violations and ensured timely actions/responses.

    - Managed file systems, suspense dates, and paperwork (timesheets, travel orders, requisitions); maintained accurate data for quick retrieval and reporting. 

  • Job Title: Medical Reimbursement Technician

    Company: Dept. of Veteran Affairs

    Role Description:

    - Verified Veterans' insurance for inpatient/outpatient services; updated databases and documented pre-admission reqs/second opinions.

    - Coordinated reimbursable billing/forms with patients/staff/providers; validated claims for eligibility, referred coding issues; managed third-party collections and accounts receivable.

    - Applied 1+ year specialized exp. in healthcare reimbursement, account reconciliation, third-party payer compliance, and payment discrepancy investigations.

    - Demonstrated competencies: Customer Service, Decision Making, Information Management, Self-Management. 

  • Job Title: Command Support Staff

    Company: Nevada Air National Guard

    Period: November 2018 - November 2019

    Role Description:

    - Performed CSS functions: Processed admin actions for fitness/in/out-processing/evaluations; managed LeaveWeb, suspense systems, duty status changes, and web-based personnel apps.

    - Conducted in/out-processing (garrison/deployed); tracked accountability; oversaw duty status reporting (leave/TDY/hospitalization/sick/casualty).

    - Inspected compliance; reported discrepancies/corrective actions; counseled on programs/benefits; compiled/
    submitted management. data/reports. 

  • Job Title: Human Resource Assistant

    Company: Dept. U.S. Air Force

    Period: October 2017 - November 2018

    Role Description:

    - Managed AF personnel programs (assignments/promotions/evals/ID cards/separations/retirements/benefits/
    retention/classification/awards/retraining/casualty/readiness); determined eligibility and counseled on career progression/reenlistment/bonuses.

    - Executed force mgmt. tools (boards/selective reenlistment); provided reports/stats to directors; resolved data
    discrepancies via cross-checks with PDS/source docs.

    - Processed in/out-processing/duty status reporting; worked RAPIDS/DEERS for benefits/retirement data; consulted on sensitive HR issues under general guidance.

    - Interacted daily with customers; keyed payroll/personnel actions; advised on military HR adaptation, retirement/insurance/injury comp., and position design. 

  • Job Title: Unit Education and Training Manager

    Company: Dept. U.S. Air Force

    Period: June 2013 - July 2015

    Role Description:

    - Developed/implemented training policies for 210 personnel; planned/scheduled activities; provided commanders with stats/trends/advisory.

    - Managed pass/registration; supervised OJT; inspected/evaluated effectiveness; operated electronic/physical records for audits.

    - Organized annual training regimens; sent candidates to specialized schools; trained mgrs/supervisors on
    documentation. 

Education:

  • American Military University

    Bachelor's Degree – Business Administration

    Period: June 2006 - July 2015

  • West Valley High School

    High School – General High School Education

    Period: August 2000 - June 2004

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