Jed Chan
About Jed Chan
Jed Chan is a Human Resources Business Partner with extensive experience in military and educational settings. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from St. Mary's University and has served in various HR roles within the US Army, currently holding the position of Senior Captain in the Army Reserve.
Work at Akima
Jed Chan currently serves as a Human Resources Business Partner at Akima, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves overseeing various HR functions, including payroll and compensation, hiring and recruitment, and employee relations. He works on-site in El Paso, Texas, contributing to the strategic management of human resources within the organization.
Current Role in the US Army
In addition to his role at Akima, Jed Chan is a Senior Captain in the Army Reserve, a position he has held since 2023. He is stationed at Ft. Bliss, Texas, where he applies his extensive experience in human resources management to support military personnel and operations.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Jed Chan has over eight years of experience as an Army Human Resources Officer. He previously held the position of Senior Human Resources Manager (Brigade) from 2022 to 2023 and Senior Human Resources Manager (Battalion) from 2019 to 2022, both at the US Army in Fort Bliss, Texas, and Camp Casey, South Korea. His focus has been on strategic and risk management within these roles.
Education and Certifications
Jed Chan earned a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and Teaching from St. Mary's University, completing his studies from 2011 to 2015. He is also a Texas-licensed Teacher and holds certifications as an OSHA and FEMA Certified Inspector, enhancing his qualifications in both education and safety management.
Teaching Experience
Before his extensive career in human resources, Jed Chan worked in education. He served as a Certified Teaching Specialist for the Ysleta Independent School District for four months in 2015 and as a Permanent Substitute Teacher for Edgewood ISD for six months in the same year. This background in teaching complements his HR expertise.