Goal-oriented recruiting professional motivated to achieve demanding targets under tight deadlines. Proficient in developing and overseeing diverse candidate pipelines, marketing plans and advertising strategies.
Skills
Organizational abilities
Safety and Security Procedures
Interview techniques
Relationship building
Verbal and written communication
Security Team Management
Compliance expertise
Policy Development
Database Management
Vulnerability Assessment
IT Security
Work History
07/2019 to Current
Armed Services Career RecruiterDepartment Of Defense - Army – City, STATE,
Attended job fairs and visited classrooms to provide wide range of information to prospective job seekers.
Connected with business and recruiters to build relationships and increase opportunities for students nationwide.
Maintained knowledge of market and diverse career opportunities for over 16 different career fields.
Scheduled new hire training, managed documentation and resolved initial concerns to support efficient on-boarding.
Introduced special outreach programs to department chair in effort to increase institution's interest in community service.
Utilized standardized tests to gauge student academic level and personal aptitude.
Provided individualized counseling approaches based on socioeconomic status and cultural background.
Enhanced community outreach to bring in new candidates, highlight programs and meet targets.
Counseled clients one-on-one regarding current situation, desires, aptitudes, education and employment history.
Boosted quality and quantity of enrolled candidates by using March2Success program to enhance regional awareness of program offerings.
Developed and deepened connections with mentees, influencing career and life choices of each potential program participant.
Devised and oversaw job fairs and career events at over 16 different locations.
Helped determine possible vocations and build application documents.
Established and oversaw clear guidelines about procedures and success metrics.
Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events and job fairs.
Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
Compiled and produced qualified candidates' information for hiring manager review and liaised between parties to coordinate formal, management interviews.
Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
Maintained filing system of current, prospective and future positions.
Tracked candidates and pushed for feedback on disqualifications, time-to-fill statistics and other variables.
Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
Emphasized job benefits and perks to applicants to improve organization's attractiveness.
01/2017 to 06/2019
Army RETRANS Team Leader/Supervisor of OperationsDepartment Of Defense Army – City, STATE,
Maintained team compliance with company standards, safety practices and regulatory and environmental requirements.
Advised security team and conducted investigations of significant threats and loss or misappropriation of assets.
Developed improved training methods with focus on public safety and officer awareness.
Evaluated team member performance and productivity, provided feedback and implemented corrective actions.
Performed preventative maintenance and calibration on equipment and systems to prevent malfunctions and work obstacles.
Analyzed and investigated incidents alongside functional management and security supervisors.
Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
Secured entrances and exits by maintaining physical presence and carefully monitoring CCTV.
06/2013 to 01/2017
Joint Nodal Network Systems Operator/MaintainerDepartment Of Defense Army – City, STATE,
Diagnosed and executed resolution for network and server issues.
Designed and evaluated WAN and LAN connectivity technologies.
Led server infrastructure development, quality assurance, staging and production systems.
Enhanced availability of infrastructure through enterprise-wide planning, thorough testing, efficient implementation and comprehensive support.
Planned and implemented VMWare upgrades to system hardware and software.
Monitored networks and network devices to resolve technical problems quickly.
Maintained flexible schedule and responded to after-hours and weekend emergencies.
Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Successfully maintained clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
Implemented, developed and tested installation and update of file servers, print servers and application servers.
Performed network security design and integration duties to improve security by 15%.
Education
Expected in 09/2023 to to
No Degree: Cyber Information Security Post University - Waterbury, CT GPA:
Continuing education in Cyber Information Security
Expected in 05/2013 to to
High School Diploma: Eastside High School - Covington, GA GPA:
Accomplishments
Awarded "Army Achievement Medal" in 2019.
Awarded "Army Commendation Medal" in 2021.
Awarded "Certificate of Achievement" in 2020.
Gave presentations at more than 17 locations per year.
Student Mentor - Volunteered as temporary student guidance counselor to help resolve student personal issues.
Revamped recruiting policies and procedures, modernizing strategies and increasing effectiveness of counseling sessions.
Interactive Learning - Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
Technology Integration - Participated in technology training courses and trained colleagues in new technology concepts and practices applicable for the classroom.
Administration - Managed IKROme that resulted in seamless enlistment and commissioning into the United States Army for Applicants.
Facilitated improved community relations and career opportunities by employing face to face tactics and meetings with local officials.
Certifications
Certified Army Recruiter, United States Army - 3 Years
Basic Leader Course, United States Army - 6 Years
Advanced Leader Course, United States Army - 2 Years
Certified Army Space Cadre, United States Army - 4 Years
Certified Joint Network Nodal Operator & Maintainer, United States Army - 7 Years
Army Arms Control and Implementation, United States Army - 5 Years
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