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Bagram, Afghanistan

AC FIRST, Afghanistan Mar 13 to CurrentEmployment and Staffing Supervisor / Talent Acquisition Manager, Bagram AfghanistanSupervised 5 staffing coordinators while overseeing the Employment and Staffing section in Afghanistan. Duties include interviewing and testing job applicants, as well as scheduling and promoting job opportunities within the company’s structure. Provides daily reports to supervisors and managers, while managing accounts for staff. Continuously seeking ways to implement a more effective and efficient process which is used to improve the company’s customer service delivery. Provides a consistent, simplified approach for employees to both be notified of vacant positions and indicate their interest. Directly involved with the transition of in country hires within the theatre and ensuring they are following all rules and guidelines moving from one contracting company to the next.As a Talent Acquisition Manager, I routinely devise strategy and recruitment process, as well as actual execution of the sourcing or recruiting campaign. Involved not only in finding and screening candidates, but developing the corporate policy for talent bench marking talent assessment and interviewing policies. Work with internal teams and hiring managers to assist with recruitment efforts. Develop recruitment strategy. This may include job posting optimization, recruiting marketing channel development, job board procurement, digital and non-digital employment marketing, comprehensive recruitment campaign planning, talent planning, etc. Provide recruitment counsel and guidance to hiring managers and HR professionals with hiring and employment data. May develop specialized or competitive intelligence and research in regards to talent development or retention.

Sharana, Afghanistan

Serves as security supervisor for 23 personnel within the AC FIRST/ GSS organization. Directly responsible for day to day security operations, motivation of security team members and their health and welfare. Responsible for protecting over 400 personnel on the AMC compound located within the Forward Operating Base, Sharana. Supervised and trained all security guards to monitor all personnel entering our compound and ensuring each individual has the right level of access to enter. Directly involve with the issuing and renewal of access badges for each individual who are authorized to carry badges. Maintain strict order and discipline inside the AMC compound to include safety and rapid response to indirect fire from insurgent’s enemy forces. Coordinate all transportation for AC FIRST and GSS employees to and from the Dining facilities, MWR and various other facilities within FOB Sharana. Oversee the tracking and monitoring of all military vehicles leaving and entering the compound.

Bagram, Afghanistan

Serves as the New Employee Arrival Team Coordinator for AC First contracting company in Bagram, Afghanistan. Directly responsible for all initial training/briefings and implementing of all AC First rules and guidelines for over 1500 employees arriving in country from June 12 to Sep 12. Worked with various supervisors and managers to coordinate different level of training for new employees arriving in country and also travel arrangements for new employee’s moving throughout Afghanistan from one location to the other. Tracking and managing all new incoming personnel leaving the United States for Afghanistan and placing them in their respective areas of assignment.

Bagdad, Iraq

Served as senior advisor to military and Department of Defense civilians while serving in combat operations in Iraq. Duties included marking and labeling cargo and freight shipments in accordance with regulatory requirements. Documented and inventoried cargo and materiel shipments of all types. Responsible for all movement control operations within the company to include movement of all military and civilian vehicles departing and arriving into the combat zone. Coordinated the transfer of over 15,000 vehicles from US custody to the Iraqi government. Managed the movement of over 300 containers within a 30 day period during the rapid redeployment of US troops from Iraq. Provides movement control support for the surface/air/sea movement of cargo and personnel through the U.S. Military transportation system. Responsible for receiving, validating and processing all transportation movement requests (TMR) and Air Movement Requests (AMR) for the personnel and equipment transiting, originating and terminating assigned MCT Area of Responsibility. Builds ULNs for air cargo and coordinates with SDDC/MCT/CDT and Special Handling to ensure all functions have been met in an efficient, timely, and cost effective manner to support the customer. Identifies and troubleshoots problem areas in movement and recommends solutions to management. Works closely with customers to ensure desired movement objectives, priorities and schedules are met and communicated to management. Analyzes work process and develops matrix for measuring performance. Prepares, compiles, and submits reports on work schedule, activities, operations, and production. Confers with customer, supervisors, contractors, and other personnel to exchange information and resolve problems.

Greenville, Ky

Serves as the senior enlisted advisor (Acting First Sergeant) for the Kentucky Army National Guard Medical Command. Responsible for the management and overall safety of 120 personnel within the Troop Medical Clinic. Directly responsible for technical, analytical, advisory, liaison, and coordinating duties for management. Managed the performance readiness of personnel, training, and professional development of all junior enlisted personnel. Directed team and individual training requirements by ensuring proper training directives. Supervised personnel, finance, and personnel files. Provided technical review of completed and pending personnel actions. Performed annual review of personnel evaluations and served as the Commanders and Executive Officer advisor / representative during their absence.

Lexington, Ky

Served as Manager of a six member team responsible for compiling data and preparing statistical reports on outpatient/inpatient visits, admissions, and dispositions of all medical related cases for the Medical Command. Prepared reports and data on deaths, injuries and other reportable conditions for submission to military and civilian authorities. Managed medical records, board proceedings, line of duty investigations, and other records and reports pertaining to patient administration for the Kentucky National Guard. Administered the State’s Medical Protection System (MEDPROS) and the medical operational data system to process medical claims. Created and maintained a comprehensive tracking system for all medical claims and other medical related pending actions for the state.

Russellville, Ky

United States Army, 149th Armor Battalion, Bowling Green, KY Nov 06 to Aug 07 Chemical Operations Manager / Safety Representative/CoordinatorResponsible for development of operational plans for chemical, biological, and nuclear emergency actions. Served as senior advisor for chemical, biological and nuclear detection and decontamination training for 120 employees. Advised senior management about emergency planning, policies and procedures for chemical hazard situations. Planned and conducted response drills for ground troop and equipment operations. Directed all mandatory annual training requirements of all employees and subordinate units. Administered employee annual training and equipment records. Managed the battalion’s chemical/biological equipment inventory worth more than $560,000.United States Army, National Guard, Russellville, KY Nov 05 to Oct 06 Recruiter and Retention Manager/ Talent Acquisition ManagerPlanned and implemented command initiatives to identify prospective civilian personnel applicants for enlistment in the Army. Served as liaison between recruiting command and representatives of schools, public officials, personnel managers, and other civil entities to present the Army as an employment and career opportunity. Conducted interviews and counseled prospective employees as well as current employees on training opportunities, job satisfaction, job assignments, career progression and educational opportunities within the organization. Directed extensive applicant screenings which include physical exams, background checks, and occupational aptitude testing. Performed new employee orientation and exit interviews. Worked extensively with marketing to promote recruiting events and promotional materials.

Ft Campbell, Ky

United States Army, 3rd Brigade, Fort Campbell, KY Nov 04 to Oct 05 Human Resources ManagerAdministrated the brigade’s human resources for 600 soldiers that included database maintenance, performing new employee orientation and exit interviews, initiating and processing personnel requests, legal actions, and promotions. Maintained confidential personnel files, resolved payroll issues and screened the readiness / eligibility of personnel for overseas deployment / reassignments. Managed personnel information systems - HRIS. Proficient in the use of strict military standard operating procedures and specialized correspondence. Supervised a 9-member personnel operations team.

Buisness Management

Actively persuing a Bachelor's Degree in Buisness Management

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