RODNEY SIMS

**** ****** ****** • San Antonio, TX 78254 • 210-***-**** (M) • acq9up@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE Seeking a management position where my operations, technical talents, and team development skills will be of value within a progressive corporate environment. SUMMARY • A college educated professional offering 10+ years successful management experience evolving personnel recruitment, branch / territory management, teams, and dynamic sales/marketing programs to top performance levels.

• Manage dual career responsibilities as a Petroleum Manager, responsible for fuel transport, supply logistics, and operations pertinent to both domestic and international distribution.

• Exceptional project management talents. “Roll-out” projects incorporate both industrial and sales initiatives, supported by proficient analytical talents, risk assessments, partnering, multi-country training and safety operations (Certified HAZMAT Trainer & Large Vehicle Master Examiner).

• Career Advisor, Recruiter, Program/Project Manager, Staffing Advisor, Trainer, and Public Relations Executive with earned reputation for exceeding all company goals.

• Successfully administer and manage high profile marketing initiatives, including tracking and administrative support systems (employee recruitment, testing, and retention actions). Manage budgets, volume record keeping, and training logistics.

• Proficient public speaking, salesmanship, and presentation talents. Author and deliver dynamic PowerPoint presentations and seminars to 250+member audiences.

• MS Office Professional Suite, relational database software, government networks and systems. EXPERIENCE Center Manager/Large Recruiting Station (Commander), (SFC), U.S. Army, Ohio & Texas 2004 to 2014 • Expertly manage recruiting operations in a territory encompassing up to 1,000 square miles with a population of over 326K people.

• Direct a staff of 6 personnel responsible for executing programs throughout the community and business areas. Served as a primary Trainer responsible for professional development of the sales/marketing recruiting team.

• Manage training and preparedness for 18 Future Managers (Non-Commissioned Officers/Soldiers) for active duty.

• Direct business platforms integrating networking, budgeting, recruiting campaign strategies, and enrollment logistics to fulfill Army career recruiting goals.

• Create and implement marketing programs designed to provide maximum impact on youth groups, with a strong focus on university and high school recruiting. Open doors and collaborate with 23 high schools, 2 universities, and extensive community organizations and businesses.

• Establish and maintain a highly pro-active network of lead generation / referral partners. Serve in an account manager/ and sales/marketing capacity to all referral partners.

• Subject Matter Expert and Instructor to all recruiters regarding the complete recruiting process. Phases include initial client/candidate contact, testing, consultation, career counseling, and administrative processing procedures.

• Develop and submit budget proposals and advertising recommendations for the upcoming year.

• Provide dynamic cross-functional management pertinent to the Community Influencer Development

(referral organizations), Company Master Resiliency Trainer, Laptop Computer Security, Safety Management, Applicant Processing Quality Control, Market Penetration, etc.

• Effectively managed resources and assets totaling $250K+ (San Antonio, Texas).

• Excel in a highly collaborative environment as a proactive marketing director on behalf of all recruiting programs. Center achieved the most enlistments throughout the entire company, 2013.

• Applied proficient skills using a variety of databases, internet research, and cold-calling techniques to optimize marketing campaigns.

Achievements • Developed prospecting plans that exceeded marketing and enrollment expectations in 2013/2014.

• Achieved a 98.75% retention rate in the Future Soldiers program, 2013.

• Exemplary safety management resulted in zero accidents with over 250K miles traveled. Take 5 Safety Campaign resulted in a 365 accident free days. Conducted ongoing safety risk assessments throughout tenure i.e. The Covelli Monster Jam truck event.

• Authored, developed, and delivered ongoing group presentations to audiences totaling 250+.

• Achieved 100% of the USAREC Commanding General’s request for Army Reserve enlistment, 2012.

• Station obtained Top Recruiting Station in the Company, 3rd Quarter, 2013.

• Team led and developed a prospecting plan that realized 100% of recruiting objectives in 2011, the first time this result was achieved since 2001.

RODNEY SIMS

8602 Silver Willow • San Antonio, TX 78254 • 210-***-**** (M) • acq9up@r.postjobfree.com EXPERIENCE (continued)

• Executive representative on behalf of public relations, public affairs, and all school/community partnering tactics and relationship building throughout tenure.

• Recipient of the Glen E. Morrell Award and (highest recruiting honor attainable) and the Recruiter Ring, 2010. Earned Recruiter Gold Badge in 2005.

• Promoted from Field Recruiter and Assistant Station Commander positions. Station earned 133% of quota, with a rating in the top 5% leading to one of the best stations in the division. Station ranked 2 in competition with 315 stations, 2007. Produced a 31% market share in assigned zip code. 2003 to 2004 Petroleum Manager, Bulk Petroleum Supply Company, Ft. Carson, CO

• Excelled in a management role supporting large scale petroleum supply pertinent to infantry divisions deployed to Iraq and South Korea.

• Directed a team of 50 personnel, equipment, and materials totaling $8M dollars.

• While deployed to Iraq, established ground floor convoy operations arriving from Kuwait rail points and traveling to forward areas. Led 22 vehicles to successfully convoy over 650 miles inside Iraq.

• Drained and transported a minimum of 1.3M gallons of fuel, (100,000 gallon bags) at any given time. Managed both diesel and JPH (aircraft fuel).

• Upon arrival in Kuwait, established fuel transport sites and platforms from groundfloor. Programs integrated security, team living accommodations, and all support systems. Prior to 2003 Section Manager, 1-52nd Aviation Regiment, Ft. Carson/Ft. Lee and Yong San, Korea

• Supervised 24-hour fuel support on behalf of a forward deployed aviation command. Responsible for fueling 34 UH-60 helicopters, 5 C-12 aircraft and over 60 ground vehicles.

• Managed training and daily production for 18 personnel.

• Recognized subject matter expert regarding petroleum and HAZMAT operations and training.

• Credited with establishing Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for HAZMAT operations resulting in 40% increase in efficiency.

• Recognized for highly effective joint training on behalf of combined airframe refuel operations with the Republic of Korea Air Force.

• Promoted from Installation Petroleum, Oil, and Lubricant Section responsible for a 24/7 operation dispensing bulk product, cash sales, diesel heating fuel, and rail head operations pertinent to 125K of POL products. Fully accountable for 350K gallons of fuel. EDUCATION Pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, CO.; Central Texas University, Killeen, TX. Completed 94 Credit Hours. (Anticipated Graduation 2015).

TRAINING • Certified HAZMAT Instructor • Master Driver Examiner (Large Vehicles) • OSHA 80 Hour Course Training • Senior Leader Course • Army Recruiter • Combat Life Saver • Dental Administration • Master Resilience Training • Petroleum Supply Specialist/Manager • Petroleum Vehicle Operator • Primary Leadership Development (Reserve Component) • Intelligence Analyst Defense Hazardous Materials/Waste Handling • Petroleum Laboratory Specialist • MILITARY U.S. Army, SFC, (Ret. 2014)

AWARDS • 1 Bronze Star • 11 Army Achievement Medals • 14 Army Commendation Medals • 3 Meritorious Service Medals • 6 Army Good Conduct Medals • Additional Upon Request VOLUNTEER • Salvation Army, 2012

REFERENCES Available Upon Request

RODNEY SIMS

8602 Silver Willow • San Antonio, TX 78254 • 210-***-**** (M) • acq9up@r.postjobfree.com Dear Human Resources Representative:

I am interested in a management position where my human resources, petroleum, and/or operations support background will be of value with a progressive organization. Enclosed is my résumé for your review and consideration. I am offering an exemplary management background integrating large work forces and distribution logistics, with dual career experience in both the petroleum and recruiting industries. As a recent retiree from the U.S. Army, I have strong experience directing public relations initiatives, as well as petroleum transport and distribution programs on behalf of high profile fueling operations. I am credited with significant contributions at each career step.

My professional attributes incorporate strong business acumen, exemplary research and organizational development, and a high energy focus leading teams and support systems to new levels of excellence. I am looking forward to new management challenges with a company offering new career challenges. I am confident you will find my contributions a welcome addition to your management team. I look forward to an interview at your earliest convenience. Sincerely,

Rodney Sims

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