Rhode Island Army National Guard
Clara McNulty is a seasoned Human Resources professional with extensive experience in both state and military organizations. Currently serving as a Human Resources Business Partner for the State of Rhode Island since August 2019, Clara previously held multiple roles at the Rhode Island Army National Guard, including Senior Human Resources Administrator, Automated Records Manager, Retirement Program Manager, and Substance Abuse Program Manager. Responsible for managing HR operations for over 400 personnel, overseeing records management for 2,500 individuals, and administering the Retirement Program for 2,000+ members, Clara has demonstrated strong leadership and operational skills. Clara holds a Master's degree in Healthcare Administration and Management from Salve Regina University and a Bachelor's degree in History from Rhode Island College.
Rhode Island Army National Guard
The Rhode Island Army National Guard is the nation's oldest military branch which consists of more that 2,200 members serving both state and federal governments. The Rhode Island Army National Guard has served and remains as an active force in the Global War on Terrorism, with units that have deployed worldwide in direct support of national security objectives. In times of local emergencies and natural disasters, the Rhode Island Guard is called upon to provide military support to civil authorities. Despite being the smallest state, Rhode Island is the only state with a Special Forces Unit, a Special Operations Detachment unit, and an Airborne Infantry.