Martin Adams

Chief Talent Officer

WeVote

Mar 2026 - Current (5 months)

• Led talent strategy and acquisition for WeVote, a nonpartisan civic tech startup and Fast Forward nonprofit technology grantee. Co-managed a remote organization of 200+ contributors building open-source mobile tools to mobilize millions of voters. • Managed and mentored a remote team of 7 recruiters and a cohort of departmental interns. Provided hands-on coaching in sourcing, interviewing, and candidate engagement to ensure a high-quality experience for all applicants. • Scaled the Engineering and Product teams by identifying and recruiting specialized developers for open-source mobile projects, directly supporting the mission of a seamless "8-minute" voting experience. • Partnered with the Executive Director and Chief Operation Officer t

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Human Resources Manager

Greater Pittsburgh Specialty Advertising

Mar 2026 - Current (5 months)

Led day‑to‑day HR operations including onboarding, offboarding, HRIS updates, employee records, and policy administration to ensure smooth and compliant workflows. Managed and coached staff by delegating tasks, providing performance feedback, and supporting team development to improve productivity and accountability. Oversaw employee relations by addressing concerns, conducting investigations, and partnering with leadership to resolve issues fairly and consistently. Supported full‑cycle recruiting including job postings, screening, interviewing, and coordinating offers to maintain strong hiring pipelines. Maintained compliance with federal and state regulations (FLSA, ADA, FMLA, EEO) through accurate documentation, audit preparation, an

Talent Acquisition Training Coordinator

WeVote

Nov 2025 - Apr 2026 (6 months)

Supported onboarding, training, and continuous development of Talent Acquisition team members in a fully remote, volunteer-driven nonprofit environment Trained and mentored new recruiters and coordinators on recruiting workflows, ATS (JazzHR), operational standards, and candidate-first best practices Assisted with talent acquisition reporting, metrics tracking, data integrity, and documentation to ensure consistent and scalable hiring processes Partnered closely with recruiters and HR leadership to maintain alignment across hiring processes, onboarding, and process improvements Identified and supported opportunities to streamline TA operations, enhance employer branding, and improve candidate and hiring team experiences

Talent Development Manager

US ARMY

Jan 2025 - Feb 2026 (1 year 2 months)

• Led cross-functional team of 15 through complex operational initiatives, utilizing Agile methodologies and risk management frameworks to achieve mission-critical objectives on time and within scope. • Managed $2M+ capital project involving equipment procurement, lifecycle management, and asset tracking, delivering 100% accountability across 5-year timeline with zero audit findings. • Oversaw compliance project for 200+ personnel certifications, creating tracking systems, automated renewal processes, and reporting dashboards that eliminated credential lapses and ensured 100% operational readiness. • Designed and executed training program serving 500+ participants across multiple concurrent cohorts, managing scope, resources, budget, and st

Team Manager, Communications Operations

US ARMY

Nov 2023 - Current (2 years 9 months)

• Managed $2M+ capital project involving equipment procurement & lifecycle management with zero audit findings. • Oversaw compliance project for 200+ personnel certifications with automated tracking systems. • Designed & executed training program serving 500+ participants across multiple cohorts. • Integrated workforce analytics and performance metrics to support HR decision-making & resource allocation. • Led change management initiatives implementing new processes & supporting adoption via communication loops. • Developed project timelines, executive dashboards, and visibility reports to inform leadership decisions.

HR Business Partner & Training Development Manager

Northumberland County

Sep 2023 - Jan 2025 (1 year 5 months)

Partnered with C-suite and department leaders to diagnose performance gaps and build talent solutions within a unionized environment, driving a 40% improvement in time-to-productivity and stronger workforce readiness while ensuring CBA (Collective Bargaining Agreement) compliance. Led an enterprise-wide onboarding transformation project, aligning HR strategy with operational objectives and improving retention & first-year engagement across all departments. Utilized HRIS/ATS analytics (Paylocity & JazzHR) to inform workforce planning, resource allocation, and leadership decision-making. Managed the training program portfolio, including workshops, LMS content development, and diversity initiatives, resulting in a 13% increase in engagement

Recruiting Manager

CI Security Services CISS

Jan 2023 - Oct 2023 (10 months)

Led full-cycle recruitment for 300+ positions across operations, security, and corporate roles, improving time to fill by 30%, first-year retention by double digits, and strengthening overall workforce readiness. Streamlined recruiting and HR operations by automating workflows across ProCareHR, ADP, and Paylocity, enhancing data accuracy, reporting speed, and employee lifecycle management. Managed payroll processing and compliance audits for 100+ employees, ensuring accuracy, regulatory adherence, and risk mitigation across federal and state labor requirements. Built and negotiated strategic vendor partnerships, reducing cost-per-hire by 22%, improving sourcing efficiency, and increasing quality-of-hire through targeted pipelines. Appli

Communications Team Supervisor

US ARMY

Oct 2021 - Oct 2023 (2 years 1 month)

• Led cross-functional team of 15 through complex operational initiatives using Agile methodologies. • Achieved 50% increase in promotions & 20% reduction in turnover through strategic talent development & mentorship. • Designed and delivered project-based training sessions focused on risk management, process improvement, and operational readiness. • Utilized Agile-style progress tracking and task delegation to sustain workflow continuity. • Leveraged workforce analytics and performance metrics to guide operational planning and inform data-driven leadership decisions. • Conducted post-project evaluations (AARs) to assess performance gaps, capture lessons learned, and inform continuous improvement.

Operations Manager

US Department of Justice

Mar 2019 - Sep 2022 (3 years 7 months)

Oversaw and documented daily operations and facility schedules, ensuring optimal resource allocation and workflow efficiency. Planned, directed, and coordinated all operational functions while managing a high volume of incoming requests across multiple departments. Ensured a safe working environment for both internal teams and contractors through risk mitigation and compliance oversight. Reviewed and corrected correspondence prepared by others to ensure accuracy, professionalism, and alignment with organizational standards. Maintained written logs, produced technical reports, and drafted memorandums in a concise, compliance-friendly format. Responded to shifting priorities in real time, balancing workloads and reallocating resources to

Communications Manager (CID)

US ARMY

Jan 2019 - Sep 2021 (2 years 9 months)

• Coordinated cross-functional teams and aligned training initiatives with organizational goals, ensuring workforce readiness. • Applied change management strategies to implement new HR processes, train staff, and improve adoption. • Applied project planning, scope management, and risk mitigation practices to support timely execution of training initiatives. • Coordinated cross-functional teams and technical partners to translate project requirements into actionable workstreams and maintain alignment with stakeholder objectives.

Student Discipline Coordinator

Commonwealth UniversityBloomsburg

Jul 2018 - Dec 2018 (6 months)

□ Compiled comprehensive disciplinary summaries, reports, and statistics for federal and state reporting obligations. □ Orchestrated the creation and distribution of over five hundred student written warnings for code of conduct violations. □ Developed and implemented curriculum and training protocols for the Peer Assisted Student Success program, delivering lectures to both mentors and mentees. □ Utilized Conduct Coordinator by Adirondack Solutions to manage case load and prioritize student allegations. □ Served on the Conduct Formal Hearing Board and Title IX Hearing Board, adjudicating student misconduct cases. □ Conducted individual counseling sessions for mid-probation and end-probation meetings with more than thirty sanctioned student

Senior Student Worker

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania

Nov 2016 - Dec 2018 (2 years 2 months)

□ Managed training, scheduling, and payroll verification for a team of ten employees. □ Assisted military-connected students in navigating conflicting military and university obligations. □ Supported veterans and dependents through the benefits application process. □ Contributed to the operational management of the Office of Military and Veterans Resources. □ Collaborated with the Admissions Office to develop and update military-related marketing materials and web content. □ Provided academic guidance and support to military-connected students, aiding them in understanding degree requirements and benefit utilization. □ Played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Military Academic Credit Review Board.

Student Tour Guide

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania

Oct 2015 - Dec 2018 (3 years 3 months)

□ Assist perspective students with the application process. □ Directed matriculated students to desired office locations as needed. □ Gave 20 or more perspective students and parents’ group tours of the University.

Communications Specialist

US ARMY

Jan 2013 - Jan 2019 (6 years 1 month)

• Designed and executed training and development sessions that improved communication, team dynamics, and readiness across 15–45 personnel per cohort. • Conducted post-training evaluations to assess performance gaps and refine development programs.

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