Erik Thompson Email & Phone Number

Fairfax, Va

Responsible for leading a high performing recruiting team and developing effective recruitment strategies to support hiring needs across the organization. Develops and executes short and long term strategies to ensure a constant flow of high quality leads and applicants. Manages talent acquisition from receipt of approved job requisition to accepted offer and will be accountable for meeting established recruiting performance targets. Responsible for staffing technical and non-technical requisitions.

Reston, Va

I am now in charge of all the staffing requirements for DNC. We specialize in Program Management, Enterprise Data Management, Enterprise Architecture, IT Planning, Studies & Assessments, Applications & Systems Development.Data Networks Corporation was purchased by ASRC Federal in November 2015 and became ASRC Federal DNC in 2016.

I manage ITT's internal resources, as well as, search for potentially beneficial new employees. We are a Defense and Intel contractor with a very diversified work force. My duty is to maximize the usage of that work force and recruit and hire as we grow to maintain ITT's high level of efficiency and production.

Develop recruiting strategies to produce cleared staff for current and future awarded government contractsWork with Business Development team to assess our current staff and the need for hiring to fulfill contract obligations.Advise Business Development team and VP's on ITT's staff capabilities, bench availabilities, personnel turn around time, and technical expertise.Managed multiple IT project timelines, personnel, inventory, and project objectives from start to finish. Provide staff budget and revenue projections for ITT's staff augmentationSource candidates using a variety of techniques including using the internet, warm/cold calls, networking, employee referrals, and advertising.Technically screen candidates qualifications using phone and personal interviews, resume reviews and reference checkingMaintain internal and external candidate data in Webhire, Access, Peoplesoft, and Outlook Successfully recruiting such disciplines as, but not limited to: Software Engineers, Programmers, Developers, Designers, Project/Program Managers, Business Developers, Hardware/Software Technicians and Testers, Sales Engineers, Network/Systems Administrators, Security EngineersSkills recruited: C#, C/C++, Oracle, Visual Basic, Java, JavaScript, Java Servlets, VxWorks, Unix, Linux, Access, Perl, RF, DMS, SS7, Active Directory, Windows, XP, ISSO, Cisco,

I was responsible for global staffing of all Verizon FNS programs. Programs ranged from Commercial, Government, International, Cleared, Technical, Short and Long term, Hostile, Remote, Onsite, National Security and Banking.

Develop global recruiting strategies and retention programsManage relationships and service level agreements with all hiring managers.Provide counsel and guidance to hiring managers with respect to candidates and offers.Source job candidates using a variety of techniques including using the internet, warm/cold calls, networking, employee referrals, and advertising.Screen candidate qualifications using phone and personal interviews, resume reviews and reference checkingManage the candidate interview process including scheduling and conducting the interviews, negotiating offers and closing out the transactions i.e. documenting offer acceptances and rejections.Maintain internal and external data in RecruitMAX, PeopleSoft, Windows and Outlook.Participate as an active member of the business team for the assigned divisionAttend college recruiting & various events for recruiting efforts.Provided staffing for all disciplines; from administrative, to managerial, technical and non technical, Directors, Cost Control Analyst, Program and Project Managers, Physical and Technical Security personnel, Switch Board Operators, Cable Technicians, etc. Re/Max 100

Worked directly with managers to assist in the recruitment and retention of new realtors and office staff. Often appeared at trade shows and conventions to recruit new realtors. Provide expert realtor services in the practice of house location, selling, and purchasing from start to finish in the home buying process. Worked with families, individuals, and investors to find the exact home for their needs and preferences. Built and nurtured relationships to create a referral source that provided numerous leads.

Residential Real Estate agent based out of Columbia, MD

Provided for contractors human resources services such as explanation of company benefits including health/dental/vision plan, 401K, sexual harassment guidelines, staying safe at the workplace classes, tuition reimbursement, vacation, and others.Provided recruiting solutions and corporate account management for many Fortune 500 corporations including Lockheed Martin, Verizon, Verizon FNS, Marriott, Digex, and Sprint. Provided corporations with candidates for positions in: Clerical services, Systems Administration, LAN/WAN Network Administration, Network Engineering, Project/Program Management, Help Desk Management Network Design/Implementation, Network Management, Network Support, HW/SW Support, Mainframe Operators Sourcing tools also included: offsite and onsite Career Fairs, User Group/Networking functions, Internet sites such; Created and placed job postings on the Internet and in the New Paper.Held meetings with hiring managers to pin point their exact needsTook requisition orders directly from Managers.Located, contacted, and qualified prospective contractors and employees. Set-up and conducted technical interviews of potential and existing candidates. Performed reference and quality checks to pre and post qualify candidates in order to ensure client satisfaction.Administered pre-screening testing and schedule drug and background checks.Maintained 40-50 current contractors including first day orientations, monthly lunch, and thorough relationship development. Conducted contract negotiations with contractors and clients. Produced weekly reports on personal production and goal achievement.

• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, and maintaining a staff of recruiters, all levels. • Kept NTG in compliance with many labor laws such as: FMLA, FLSA, COBRA, ADA, EEO etc. • Responsible for Benefits Administration for Consultants (Health, Vacation/Sick Leave, etc.). • Conduct New Hire Orientation for Consultants and Full Time corporate Employees. • Maintain Employee Personnel Files, along with updating Employee Handbook (policies and procedures). • Manage internal corporate Employee Relations issues, such as Exit Interviews, Performance issues, employee grievances, reward and recognition programs, and the progressive discipline process. • Process employee bonuses, payroll, and new hire paperwork. • Extensive candidate sourcing, utilizing various recruiting methods and tools: extensive use of Internet boards such as; Hotjobs.com, Monster, CapitalCareers.com; Computerjobs.com; and more.• Contacting and screening candidates for skills, interest, availability and salary requirements. • Conduct interviews, compensation negotiations, reference and background checks and employment offers. • Attend job fairs and promote a positive company image. • Recruited for clients in the Commercial, Government, and Non-Profit sectorsSuccessfully recruiting such disciplines as, but not limited to: Programmers, Developers, Designers, Project/Program Managers, Business Analyst, QA/Software Testers, Hardware/Software Technicians, Sales Engineers, Network/Systems Administrators, Telecommunications Analyst, Powerbuilder, Oracle, C/C++, Visual Basic, HTML, Java, JavaScript, Unix, Access, Perl, JD Edwards, ILEC’s, CLEC’s, DMS, SS7, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN Engineers, Receptionist, Administrative/Executive Assistants, Clerical, Data Entry and Customer Service Representatives.

Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, and maintaining a staff of recruiters, all levels. Kept NTG in compliance with many labor laws such as: FMLA, FLSA, COBRA, ADA, EEO etc. Responsible for Benefits Administration for Consultants (Health, Vacation/Sick Leave, etc.). Conduct New Hire Orientation for Consultants and Full Time corporate Employees. Maintain Employee Personnel Files, along with updating Employee Handbook (policies and procedures). Manage internal corporate Employee Relations issues, such as Exit Interviews, Performance issues, employee grievances, reward and recognition programs, and the progressive discipline process. Process employee bonuses, payroll, and new hire paperwork. Extensive candidate sourcing, utilizing various recruiting methods and tools: extensive use of Internet boards such as; and more.Contacting and screening candidates for skills, interest, availability and salary requirements. Conduct interviews, compensation negotiations, reference and background checks and employment offers. Attend job fairs and promote a positive company image. Recruited for clients in the Commercial, Government, and Non-Profit sectorsSuccessfully recruiting such disciplines as, but not limited to: Programmers, Developers, Designers, Project/Program Managers, Business Analyst, QA/Software Testers, Hardware/Software Technicians, Sales Engineers, Network/Systems Administrators; Powerbuilder, Oracle, C/C++, Visual Basic, HTML, Java, JavaScript, Unix, Access, Perl, JD Edwards, ILEC's, CLEC's, DMS, SS7, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN Engineers, Receptionist

for many Fortune 500 corporations including Lockheed Martin, GE Capitol, IBM, Hughes, and Sprint PCS; as well as N.I.H., Ernst and Young, The Washington Post, and Georgetown University. Provided corporations with candidates for positions in:Systems Administration, LAN/WAN Network Administration, Network Engineering, Project/Program Management, Help Desk Management Network Design/Implementation, Network Management, Network Support, HW/SW Support, Mainframe Operators Sourcing tools also included: Career Fairs, User Group/Networking functions, Internet sites such as CareerMosaic, OCC, Headhunter, and E-Span. Created and placed job postings on the Internet.Set and attended sales meetings with clients and took requisition orders directly from Managers.Located, contacted, and qualified prospective contractors. Set-up and conducted technical interviews of potential and existing candidates. Performed reference and quality checks to pre and post qualify candidates in order to ensure client satisfaction.Cross-trained and recruited in other Aerotek Divisions including On-Site Commercial Staffing, Option One, and The Maxim Group.Maintained 30-40 current contractors including first day walk-in, monthly lunch, weekly check delivery, and thorough relationship development. Conducted contract negotiations with contractors and clients. Trained and mentored junior and mid-level recruiters in various recruiting techniques and methods.Provided for contractors human resources services such as explanation of company benefits including health/dental/vision plan, 401K, drug/background checks, tuition reimbursement, vacation, and others.

Assistants, Clerical, Data Entry and Customer Service Representatives.

Sr. IT Recruiter for TEKsystems. Recruited Enterprise Architects, Security Engineers, Network and Systems Engineers, Helpdesk, Desktop Support, PC Techs, and Cable Pullers

Bachelors Of Science, Business; Management

Bac. Sci, Business Mngt