Air Force Veteran · Human Resources · Talent Management · Operational Leadership

Ira Smith Jr

// Human Resources Generalist · Force Management · Team Leadership · Training Development

10+ Years Leadership$4M+ Oversight300+ Admin CorrectionsActive Secret ClearanceHR & Training

Human resources professional and Air Force veteran with more than a decade of leadership across personnel management, policy analysis, staff development, training, logistics support, and operational leadership. Active Secret clearance. Published profile emphasizes HR and force-management roles rather than vendor IT certifications.

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By the Numbers

10+

Years of Leadership

Ira’s career spans human resources management, operational leadership, staff development, team coaching, and training-centered performance improvement.

$4M+

Programs and Assets Overseen

Managed risk, safety, quality, budgets, equipment, assets, and programs in military and operational environments requiring disciplined execution.

300+

Administrative Items Corrected

Recognized for flawless correction of personnel and administrative issues while improving data accuracy and workforce-management visibility.

2019

Air Force HR Since

Has served in Air Force force-management and human-resources functions since 2019, supporting commanders, supervisors, and service members.

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Operational Highlights

Human Resources · Policy Analysis · Force Management

Supports High-Stakes Personnel Decisions

Ira manages military personnel and HR programs, analyzes policy, and provides leadership with recommendations tied to benefits, entitlements, retention, relocation, and career progression.

Force ManagementPolicy AnalysisRetentionPersonnel Programs

Process Improvement · Data Accuracy · Automation

Improved Administrative Accuracy at Scale

He corrected more than 300 administrative items, rewrote programs, and introduced automated processes that improved efficiency, reduced friction, and strengthened workforce data quality.

AutomationData QualityProcess ImprovementProgram Rewrites

Coaching · Mentorship · Talent Development

Built High-Performing Teams On and Off the Court

Across AAU and high school coaching roles, Ira developed players academically and athletically, supported college-placement visibility, resolved internal conflict, and improved team operations through disciplined mentorship.

MentorshipPlayer DevelopmentConflict ResolutionLeadership

Training · Operations · Team Leadership

Brings Operational Leadership into People-Centered Roles

Ira’s blend of military service, coaching, instruction, and customer-facing support creates a leadership style built around accountability, empowerment, communication, and continuous improvement.

Training DevelopmentOperationsTeam LeadershipPeople Operations

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Experience

2019 — Present

Human Resources · Force Management · Air Force Operations

Human Resources Generalist / Force Management Specialist

United States Air Force · Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana

  • Manages, supervises, and leads military personnel and human resources programs in a high-accountability Air Force environment.
  • Analyzes Air Force policy and provides recommendations to commanders, supervisors, and Airmen on benefits, entitlements, retention, relocation, and career progression.
  • Maintains personnel data systems, identifies data mismatches, and provides leadership with accurate information to support force-management decisions.
  • Corrected more than 300 administrative items, filled leadership gaps when needed, spearheaded program rewrites, and introduced automated process improvements.
  • Directly led personnel while supporting broader operational and workforce-management priorities.
2015 — 2019

Coaching · Operations · Executive Leadership

Head Coach & Chief Executive Officer

Team Oviedo AAU · Oviedo, Florida

  • Developed student-athletes on and off the court through discipline, fundamentals, film study, and college-visibility support.
  • Planned, supervised, and evaluated organizational procedures and operations to improve efficiency and reduce startup delays and downtime.
  • Rehabilitated struggling players by identifying root issues, aligning responsibilities to strengths, and resolving internal conflict.
  • Helped build a structured, developmental environment focused on performance, accountability, and long-term growth.
2015 — 2019

Coaching · Training · Program Support

Head Coach / Assistant Varsity Coach

Hagerty High School · Oviedo, Florida

  • Developed practice and game schedules while supporting athletes, faculty, staff, and parents in a structured team environment.
  • Assisted with scouting, film study, statistical analysis, and individual player development.
  • Maintained safety protocols, confidentiality, and digital administrative records tied to team operations.
  • Contributed to both short-term and long-term program goals through instruction, mentorship, and disciplined planning.
2015 — 2016

Real-Time Support · Accessibility · Customer Service

Captioning Specialist

Captel Services

  • Provided live telephone captioning services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community through accurate, real-time transcription.
  • Maintained strong proofreading and communication quality while supporting customers in real-time conversations.
  • Made rapid decisions under pressure to interpret and transcribe live audio effectively and clearly.
2013 — 2015

Leadership · Team Development · Program Operations

Varsity Head Coach

Centennial High School · Roswell, Georgia

  • Interacted with internal and external stakeholders while mentoring players on and off the court.
  • Supported student development and career-advancement decisions tied to college and university opportunities.
  • Managed day-to-day program operations, including staff, marketing, entertainment, and promotional activities.
  • Implemented player-development strategies and training methods designed to improve performance and team outcomes each season.

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Credentials & Qualifications

Security & Trust

Active Secret Security Clearance

Ira is trusted to work in environments that require accountability, discretion, disciplined execution, and operational reliability.

Human Resources

Associate of Science in Human Resources Management

Formal education in HR supports his strengths in talent management, personnel administration, policy interpretation, and people-centered operations.

Leadership

Training, Development, and Team Building

Ira’s combined military and coaching experience demonstrates deep capability in mentorship, staff development, conflict resolution, and performance improvement.

Operations

Budget, Logistics, and Program Oversight

His experience managing programs, operations, and assets valued at more than $4M reinforces strong operational leadership in fast-paced environments.

Vendor certifications are holder-asserted.

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Technical Skills

// Human Resources & Operations

HR ManagementCore · 95
Operations ManagementAdvanced · 91
Policy ImplementationAdvanced · 89
Requirements AnalysisStrong · 86

// Leadership & Development

Team LeadershipCore · 95
Training & DevelopmentCore · 94
Conflict ResolutionAdvanced · 88
Staff DevelopmentStrong · 87

// Process & Coordination

Process ImprovementCore · 92
Coordination / CollaborationAdvanced · 90
Logistics PlanningStrong · 84
Project ResearchStrong · 83

// Software & Productivity

Microsoft Office 365Core · 93
Google WorkspaceAdvanced · 88
Mac / WindowsAdvanced · 87
Personnel Data SystemsStrong · 86

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Let’s Put Ira To Work

Best aligned for human resources, force management, people operations, employee development, team leadership, training coordination, and roles that require structured operational execution, discretion, and team-focused leadership.

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Education

Community College of the Air Force

Associate of Science in Human Resources Management

Ira’s associate-level HR education supports his expertise in personnel administration, people operations, and structured workforce-management practices.

Bachelor’s Studies

Bachelor’s Degree In Progress

Current undergraduate study reflects Ira’s continued professional growth and commitment to strengthening his leadership and business capabilities.

Military Development

Basic Leadership & Development Training

Military training reinforced Ira’s ability to lead teams, manage change, uphold standards, and perform effectively in fast-paced operational settings.

Professional Certification

Certified Forklift Operator

Additional operational certification reflects Ira’s versatility across logistics-adjacent work, workplace safety, and hands-on execution environments.

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