Experienced Advisor, Recruitment, & Retention expert with a knack for building strong relationships. Years of experience in the recruitment, selection, and retention process. Skilled in advising and developing processes which align with strategic vision and culture, I drive success. Let's connect and drive individual and organizational success.
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Lead Academic CoachHigh Tech HighSan Diego, Ca, Us -
Lead Academic CoachHigh Tech High Sep 2023 - PresentSan Diego, California, United States -
RecruiterAston Carter Aug 2021 - Apr 2023San Diego, California, United States• Led a team of 2-4 contact sourcers, having weekly meetings to make sure we are meeting metrics.• Sourced candidates to fill multiple company positions using different programs such as Connected and Fountain.• Administered job offers, prepared pre-employment screening, and engaged with Onboarding Specialists to provide top quality experiences for the candidate.• Created job postings to attract the best possible talent for available positions.• Conducted candidate screening (including interviews, reference checks, skill verification, etc.).• Assisted candidates with drafting resumes and preparing for interviews with companies based on specific knowledge of the company and the position. -
Sales Rep (Temporary Assignment Though Ultimate Staffing - Covid-19 Layoff)Southern California Rental Housing Association Feb 2020 - Mar 2020San Diego, California, United States• Assisted in booth acquisitions for the largest state expo serving Rental Housing managers and owners. • Utilized large list of businesses, cold calling them to pitch procuring a booth at the Rental Housing Expo.• Worked with management and administration to develop talking points for booth calls and outbound emails.• Responded to business emails and calls related to booth acquisition and expo attendance. -
Academic AdvisorCalifornia Institute Of Arts & Technology Nov 2018 - Sep 2019Greater San Diego Area• Collaborated with the Director of Education to establish policies and procedures to monitor at-risk students.• Researched and established a re-enrollment process for Admissions to decrease attrition rates by 35%.• Served as the main point of contact and resource for students, ensuring proper follow-through and scheduling was conducted for all their inquiries.• Tracked and analyzed performance of 300+ students through the student life cycle.• Performed new student orientations and 30-day check-ins.• Screened, vetted, and interviewed candidates for potential enrollment and program choice. -
Records SpecialistCalifornia Institute Of Arts & Technology Feb 2018 - Nov 2018Greater San Diego Area• Maintained contact with hundreds of students through email, phone, and online chat to advise them on matters such as course selection and scheduling, curriculum and registration concerns, and transcripts.• Managed student records to confirm program completion and satisfaction of all graduation requirements.• Revamped the Records Department, creating policies and procedures to drive the school in a more strategic direction, which later led to working with the Education Specialist and I.T. manager in the system implementation of Populi.• Ensured the completion, collection, and filling of student paperwork and confidential materials into managed files, focusing on detail and accuracy in documentation and policy.• Evaluated student progress audits and credentials to determine program eligibility and class selection. -
Career CounselorPenn State University Jun 2016 - Jul 2017Career ServicesACHIEVEMENTS: Due to my strong understanding of career counseling theory and practice, I was asked to serve as a planning committee member for the 2017 Penn State Career Development Professionals Conference – a yearly gathering of all the career professionals at Penn State’s 21 campuses.• Coached students and alumni through career concerns such as decision-making, exploration, planning, and anxieties while helping them find and/or construct their interests, skills, strengths, and identity.• Located internship and employment opportunities matched to student/alumni qualifications.• Conducted mock technical and behavioral interviews, coaching students through targeted feedback.• Assisted in resume and cover letter writing, interviewing and interpersonal skill development, job offer negotiating, graduate school applications, and networking.• Coordinated and executed networking events such as career fairs, collaborating with employers and recruiters to improve the university’s Career Services offerings.• Developed and facilitated training workshops to classes and student organizations.• Trained students on job search techniques and how to navigate through online career communities. -
Mentor, Chi Sigma IotaPenn State University Aug 2015 - May 2017University Park• Mentored students to promote successful acclimation to the program.• Helped to develop research initiatives and topics for peers.• Served as an ambassador for students interested in the counselor education, career counseling program. -
Career Counseling InternPenn State University Aug 2015 - May 2016Career Services -
Administrative AssistantPenn State University Sep 2014 - May 2016Cedar Clinic• Provided front office clerical support and answered clients’ questions face-to-face and by phone.• Maintained schedules for 30+ practicum students, doctoral students, and professors.• Communicated with practicum counselors regarding rules, regulations, and logistics of the clinic. -
Practicum CounselorPenn State University Jan 2015 - May 2015Cedar Clinic• Completed biopsychosocial intake assessments for 7 undergraduate students, wrote progress notes, and final reports• Conducted weekly counseling sessions with students to identify, evaluate, and achieve counseling and personal goals• Established therapeutic individual counseling relationships, designed effective intervention strategies, evaluated outcomes, and conducted effective termination of counseling relationships• Incorporated suggestions made during individual and group supervision to enhance counseling skills -
Peer Career Assistant (Course)Penn State University Jan 2015 - Apr 2015Career Services• Maintained an in depth knowledge of online and library career resources in order to effectively assist students• Conducted mock interviews and gave feedback to students seeking assistance to prepare for professional interviews• Counseled students with resume and cover letter critiques during drop in hours -
Founder & Liaison, Transfer Student OrganizationUniversity Of San Diego Mar 2009 - May 2011University Of San Diego• Collaborated with university officials to develop and coordinate the university’s first organization for transfer students.• Acted as liaison and established relationships with incoming transfer students to provide academic and emotional support during their academic transition.• Led weekly meetings with board members
Wayne Cross Skills
Wayne Cross Education Details
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Counselor Education, Career Counseling -
English
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Wayne Cross attended Penn State University, University Of San Diego.
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Wayne Cross has skills like Career Counseling, Career Development, Academic Advising, Career Assessment, Mentoring, Career Exploration, Academic Exploration, Career Development Coaching, Student Development, Interpersonal Skills, Job Search Strategies, Higher Education.
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