Sammie Walker
Belleville
Summary
Accomplished leader skilled in mentoring and training, with a focus on continuous development. Known for effective project management and process improvement, dedicated to enhancing team capabilities and achieving impactful results. Experienced professional with strong communication and leadership skills. Proven ability to conduct data analysis and support strategic initiatives. Committed to fostering collaboration and optimizing team performance to achieve organizational objectives.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
United States Navy
Chief Warrant Officer
Belleville
08.1990 - 12.2021
- University of Arizona Global Campus 2023 Doctoral Graduate. Dissertation: Leadership Strategies Used by Small Business Owners to Sustain Their Business Amid COVID-19.
- While serving in the military, led over 300 service members toward their full professional potential by mentoring them into higher-education programs, coaching them to significantly improve military test scores, and fostering a culture of continuous development that directly contributed to multiple successful promotions.
- Excellent leadership, team building, and communication skills. Possess the vision necessary to develop and implement successful action plans, and evaluate tools (rubric) that measure the results.
Program and Management Analysis
Department Of Veterans Affairs - United States Government
St Louis
12.2017 - 05.2019
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Veterans Service Representative
Department of Veterans Affairs
Providence
08.2011 - 04.2013
- Evaluated disability compensation and pension claims and issued legally binding decisions on Veteran's benefits by throughly reviewing analyzing service member records, medical evidence, medical exams, and other supporting documents.
- Coordinated with multiple departments to ensure timely resolution of veteran issues.
- Assisted veterans in completing benefit applications and claims submissions.
- Maintained confidential records and files in compliance with privacy regulations.
- Participated in training sessions to stay updated on policy changes and best practices.
- Reviewed documentation submitted by claimants to determine if it meets necessary requirements before submitting it to the appropriate agency.
- Maintained records of all veteran service activities.
Education
Ph.D. - Organizational Development And Leadership
University of Arizona Global Campus
05-2023
Skills
- Communication
- Leadership training
- Mentoring skills
- Data analysis
- Long-term planning
- Policy assessment
- Process improvement
- Project management
- Detail-oriented
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Program and Management Analysis
Department Of Veterans Affairs - United States Government
12.2017 - 05.2019
Veterans Service Representative
Department of Veterans Affairs
08.2011 - 04.2013
United States Navy
Chief Warrant Officer
08.1990 - 12.2021
Ph.D. - Organizational Development And Leadership
University of Arizona Global Campus