Michael Dane Email & Phone Number

Chicago, IL

• Coordinated five stakeholder groups to develop a proctored functionality for the agency’s online assessment product line ensuring it was completed within expected timeframe. Oversaw team which had the responsibility.
• Supervised project which designed and developed a cutting edge mobile proctored testing product utilizing iPads which greatly increased agency’s reach in offering proctored online testing services in remote locations.
• Planned and executed a review of warehouse inventory which resulted in the removal of over 6 million obsolete tests reducing agency’s space requirement by 33% and lowering lease agreement by $95,000 annually.
• Directed the development of 14 standard operating procedures which improved agency operating efficiencies and provided a higher level of customer service to agency customers.
• Communicated the value of agency’s assessment products and services to customers via sales presentations, conferences and cold calls.

Chicago, IL

• Analyzed data to identify workplace fatality trends and recommended corrective actions which improved the safety and health of workers in OSHA’s Region V jurisdiction.
• Conducted data analysis to demonstrate that use of leased governmental vehicles was more cost effective than having employees use privately owned vehicles.
• Developed a variety of statistical reports providing management with timely metrics on performance goals.
• Provided tier 1 IT support to 125 employees throughout Region V resolving issues including account lockouts, software installation and reimaging computers.

Chicago, IL

• Managed high-volume recruiting efforts for largest regional recruiting office guiding a staff of 10 recruiters.
• Oversaw the candidate assessment process and ensured official policies and procedures were implemented by recruitment staff. Adjudicated candidate rejections, ensuring justification was appropriate.
• Motivated staff to achieve and surpass recruitment goals, including monitoring production and creating recruitment milestones.
• Strengthened sourcing and recruiting activities by evaluating and recommending changes to targeted colleges and universities based on the value of candidates secured through each source.
• Developed a two-week orientation and training program for new recruiting staff which was used as a model by other recruiting offices. Co-designed and co-delivered recruiter training on a national level.
• Planned and coordinated high profile public events featuring notable keynote speakers which championed Peace Corps’ mission.

Chicago, IL

• Evaluated candidates through a vigorous screening process to assess and determine suitability, competitiveness, and professional qualifications for Peace Corps service.
• Established strong relationships with colleges, universities and community groups which greatly enhanced Peace Corps’ brand and increased candidate pipeline.
• Coordinated over 70 recruiting trips which were comprised of presentations, meeting with university officials and social functions that fostered Peace Corps’ mission.
• Managed two campus recruiters while establishing The Ohio State University as one of the top 10 producing universities in the country.
• Surpassed assigned recruitment goals to become the highest producing recruiter in 2005, and top three highest in 2003 and 2004.

Chicago, IL

• Oversaw shipping logistics for Maytag International’s customer base; confirmed product availability and order accuracy, scheduled loading appointments and tracked shipments.
• Negotiated service contracts with freight carriers.

Guatemala

• Developed and initiated customized, sustainable land management plans for subsistence level farmers.
• Implemented soil conservation tactics which reduced soil erosion and improved reforestation of local watershed.
• Lived, worked and assimilated into the social framework of a small, rural Guatemalan community.

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Spanish Language And Literature

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