Michael D. Briscoe, Cwdp, Cprw Email & Phone Number

Woodbridge, Va, Us

Alexandria, Virginia, United States

The Employment Training Specialist (ETS) works with a diverse consumer base, both in terms of business customers and individuals seeking employment and training assistance. The ETS facilitates relationships between in-need businesses and talented job-seekers ready to enter the workforce, provides career counseling relevant to current Labor Market Information, offers vocational training opportunities, work experience opportunities, and job placement services for eligible consumers, and assists with program development and marketing strategies. Employees in this class interview individuals to assess employment and/or training needs, assist consumers in developing plans designed to enable individuals and/or families to improve their career opportunities, visit prospective employers to develop employment opportunities, and assist in coordinating and implementing job fairs. Services include vocational counseling, job development, coordination and facilitation of training programs, and referrals or placement services.

Falls Church, Va

Instrumental in developing and managing programs, resources and processes proven to help students overcome obstacles that may interfere with their academic success. Responsible for establishing and maintaining active communications with students at an on-going basis; develop group and individual career coaching sessions, classroom and workshop presentations; oversee productive and lasting relationships with employers in the community who employ students; maintain a high level of career placement of students and graduates.

Arlington, Virginia

Ultimate Staffing Services is part of the Roth Staffing Companies organization and we are the very best at clerical, administrative, call center and light industrial staffing.The Sales aspect of this position encompasses Business to Business prospecting via phone and in person. This also includes development and expansion of a local sales territory. Responsible for selling Ultimate Staffing services to prospective new customers, expanding our existing customer database and assisting in the placement of Administrative Professionals. The Lead aspect of the role requires the assessment and development of team members and guide them to desired business results. Work closely with Branch Manager to set business objectives and business outcomes to expand the service offerings within the branch and market. Grow the team and hire additional co-workers through business results. The Recruitment aspect of this role requires multi-tasking, computer skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills and effective time management. The function of this role is to identify qualified staffing associates (Ambassadors) to fill a variety of specialty positions through effective recruiting, interviewing and screening processes, and ensuring successful placements of temporary-to-hire and full-time candidates. Develop relationships by securing thorough job order requirements, matching qualified candidates to positions, monitoring job performance and staffing associate satisfaction. The position requires a consultative mindset, ability to juggle multiple priorities and the ability to grow & expand client relationships for repeat business.

1761 Old Meadow Road, Mclean, Va 22102 (Sanford-Brown College)

Managed all aspects of the career services department to include: corporate relations, careercounseling; résumé development, interview preparation, networking, coordinate career fairs/information sessions to assist graduates and students.*Sustained overall internship/employment conversation rate of 27.38%.*Met with employers and secure job opportunities resulting in a 65% placement rate.*Obtained 75% of Graduate Surveys within a 10-week time period.*Actively provided guidance and direction to students in preparation for the job market.*Developed and implemented structured business etiquette classroom presentations.*Networked and created a pipeline of opportunities by cultivating and maintaining relationships with local companies in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.*Instrumental in the hiring and training of career services team members.*Provided on-going training, mentoring, and support; supervise the department’s work-study students.*Worked closely with the Dean of Education including the maintenance of advisory boards, New Student Orientation, and departmental luncheons; closely work with faculty and staff.*Managed monthly on-site job recruitment sessions; organize quarterly job fairs.*Provided conflict management and mentorship to challenging students referred by instructors.*Conducted 4 Career Fairs per year to enhance job placement opportunities for students.*Master of Ceremony for the college’s annual commencement services.

1980 Gallows Road, Vienna, Va 22182 (Gibbs College)

Served as a liaison to students and academic personnel; counseled students and graduates oneducational and vocational guidance services; conducted seminars and student orientations.*Established the Student Advisory Council*Enhanced student and faculty interactions*Maintained a 74.5% student retention rate; encouraged students to complete programs*Reviewed trends, developed models and provided strategic analysis for student retention and advising purposes

1980 Gallows Road, Vienna, Va 22182 (Gibbs College)

Served as primary admissions professional image on behalf of the college, when conducting high school presentations, community, and career fair events; generated leads and increased student enrollment.*Conducted daily presentations up to 175 high school students per day*Target area of Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia (6 counties to include: DC, Prince *George’s, Montgomery, Fairfax, Loudoun and Fauquier counties)

Arlington, Va

Managed the training and professional development of 50+ sales associates and coordinators; efficiently operated the front-end check-out process and ensured excellent customer service.*Prepared and conducted evaluations for 60 associates on customer service etiquette*Decreased staff turn-over rate within a 6-month time period*Maintained adequate staffing levels according to company’s standards

Rockville, Md (Ramada Inn)

Researched, developed and implemented training programs for sales staff. Directed and evaluated revenue goals for exceeding client satisfaction campaigns. Assisted in various human resources functions such as recruiting, hiring, training, and evaluation of sales personnel and staff.*Generated sales for 160 room property.*Acted as Manager on Duty as assigned*Directed and evaluated revenue goals for exceeding client satisfaction campaigns.

Washington, Dc (Formerly District Cablevision)

Negotiated and managed long-term commercial cable accounts with property managers and building owners by providing excellent customer service. Negotiated / prepared complex contracts and proposals.*Served as the company liaison to the Office of Cable Television and Telecommunications*Provided talent as voice-over artist to District Cablevision marketing advertisements*Developed effective processes for increased customer satisfaction and cable sales

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Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, Football