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Tifton, Georgia And Tallahassee, Florida

o Lead and manage a recruiting station composed of 3 Active Army and 1 Army Reserve Recruiting Professionals, overseeing daily operations and recruiting efforts.o Prepare newly enlisted Soldiers for Basic Combat Training, ensuring they are fully informed and ready for service.o Responsible for the professional development, health, welfare, and morale of new enlistees, fostering a supportive and productive environment.o Implement and maintain the recruiting station management system, streamlining operations and improving efficiency.o Conduct daily briefs using Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and other business intelligence tools to provide insights, track performance, and inform decision-making.o Utilize predictive analysis to project future production goals and historical data analysis to identify trends, shortfalls, and areas for team improvement.o Lead goal-oriented planning sessions with team members to set targets, track progress, and foster continuous improvement through regular performance evaluations and feedback.o Develop and maintain data-driven reports to monitor recruiting progress, adjust strategies, and ensure mission success.o Coordinate and collaborate with external stakeholders, including schools, businesses, and local community organizations, to enhance recruitment efforts and build strong partnerships.

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

o Serve as the primary point of contact for victims of sexual harassment and assault, ensuring a compassionate and supportive response.o Assess victims' immediate safety concerns and other critical needs, prioritizing their well-being and ensuring appropriate action is taken.o Provide trauma-informed crisis intervention, offering emotional support and guidance during the aftermath of sexual harassment and/or assault incidents.o Ensure victims are fully informed about their rights and have access to essential support services, including legal assistance, medical care, and counseling.o Coordinate with internal and external resources to connect victims with relevant services, ensuring seamless support throughout the recovery process.o Maintain a sensitive, confidential, and empathetic approach to addressing victims' needs, fostering an environment of trust and support.

Seattle, Washington, United States

o Created interactive dashboards in Power BI, leveraging data mined from Excel and processed through ETL workflows, to support end-user analysis and decision-making.o Conducted data analysis through the entire data lifecycle, from extraction and transformation to visualizations and actionable insights for end users.o Provided actionable recommendations and insights to upper management, department heads, and end users, addressing operational concerns, system issues, and policy questions related to recruitment processes.o Developed and implemented new systems and dashboards, improving data accessibility and decision-making processes across multiple departments.o Achieved a 25% year-over-year increase in production by leveraging business intelligence tools to generate real-time insights and optimize operational workflows.

Albany, Georgia Area

o Networked with potential hires through professional groups on social media platforms and at industry events, building a strong pipeline of qualified candidates.o Developed and reported on quarterly and annual hiring plans, aligning recruitment strategies with organizational goals and workforce needs.o Screened resumes and job applications to identify top talent, ensuring alignment with job requirements and company culture.o Conducted initial phone screenings to create shortlists of qualified candidates, streamlining the recruitment process.o Led in-person interviews for a wide range of roles, assessing candidates' qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.o Tracked key hiring metrics, including time-to-hire, time-to-fill, and source of hire, to evaluate and optimize recruitment strategies.o Designed and distributed candidate experience surveys, measuring satisfaction and identifying areas for improvement in the recruitment process.o Hosted and participated in job fairs, engaging with candidates and promoting the organization’s employment opportunities.o Maintained regular follow-up communication with candidates throughout the hiring process, ensuring a positive candidate experience.o Recognized as the Top Recruitment Specialist in 2019 out of 258 recruiters based on production and performance metrics.

Fort Lewis, Wa; Fort Drum Ny; Camp Casey, Rok; Paktika Province, Afg; Mosul, Irq

o Served as a subject matter expert in operations related to the receiving, issuing, and storage of petroleum products, ensuring quality surveillance through Aqua-Glo and Millipore tests.o Operated a variety of vehicles, including the 10K Atlas Forklift, HEMMT fuel tankers with HEMAT trailers, and smaller vehicles such as the HUMVEE, ensuring safe and efficient logistics operations.o Managed and counseled a team of up to 40 personnel, overseeing logistical operations and providing guidance on both professional tasks and personal development to support career transitions.o Facilitated the successful transition of personnel leaving the service, offering mentorship and resources to help them achieve their personal and professional goals.o Selected for advanced promotion ahead of peers, recognizing leadership potential and exceptional performance in logistical and operational roles.o Managed and led a team of 4 logistics technicians in the external and internal loading of helicopters, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of supplies, personnel, and thousands of pounds of mail across Eastern Afghanistan.o Coordinated emergency resupply operations, overseeing the transport of critical items such as weapons, sustenance (food and water), and humanitarian aid to support operational readiness and mission success.o Directed retrograde operations, including the teardown and equipment removal from Forward Operating Base (FOB) Sharana in Paktika Province, ensuring timely and efficient deactivation of the site.o Supervised and mentored Local Nationals working under the U.S. Army’s logistical operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and military protocols in high-pressure environments.o Ensured smooth coordination between various teams, contributing to effective logistical support and the timely delivery of critical supplies to remote and high-risk locations.

Fort Drum, Ny

o Acted as a key advisor on the Army Retention Program, working under the operational supervision of the Active Army Career Counselor to support reenlistment and extension decisions.o Compiled and provided monthly, quarterly, and fiscal year (FY) retention statistics to the commander, delivering data-driven insights for strategic decision-making.o Contacted and counseled Soldiers recommended for reenlistment, extension, and/or Reserve Component affiliation, including those requiring waivers, offering professional guidance and support.o Maintained and updated the Unit Retention Bulletin Board with the latest retention data, ensuring compliance with higher headquarters’ requirements and facilitating communication with personnel.o Collaborated with leadership to track retention trends, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies to enhance Soldier retention rates.

Data Science And Analytics

Master Of Arts - Ma, History

Bachelor'S Degree, Psychology

Crew Master Gunner, Electronic Warfare

Company subject matter expert of electronic warfare devices

Certificate Of Completion, Marketing / Counseling, Battalion Retention Nco

Associate Of Arts (A.A.), General Studies