Human Resources Management

JAMES "PHILLIP" PATRICK

**** ***** **** ** ( Hartselle, Alabama 35640

**************@*****.*** ( 256-***-****

Senior recruiter

Program Management ( Employee Relations ( Training and Evaluation (

Recruitment & Training

Highly capable human resources professional with superior leadership skills

and the ability to thoroughly represent the company interests while

maintaining high staff morale. Possess outstanding analysis and problem

solving skills; expertly streamline procedures to increase productivity and

resolve complex staffing issues. Strong attention to detail; expertly track

all staff activity and ensure timely and accurate document processing.

Effectively interact with diverse groups and individuals at all levels of

employment. Able to remain focused under pressure and thrive in dynamic,

deadline-driven environments.

Core Competencies

STRATEGIC PLANNING Recruitment & Hiring Performance Management

Project Management Training & Development Succession Planning

Process Reengineering Coaching & Mentoring Executive Support

Business Automation Employee Relations Union Negotiations

Professional Experience

SYSTEM STUDIES AND SIMULATIONS INC. - HUNTSVILLE, AL (2011 - PRESENT)

Senior Recruiter

Ability to identify top talent, particularly the more sought after passive

candidates, such as Cleared Engineering, Information Technology and

Operational recruiting, but capable of recruiting all positions, from

receptionist to officer level. Able Reduction of dependence on outside

agencies by doing nationwide and international searches using advanced

sourcing and tracking systems which include Taleo and Sonic Recruit.

Possess strong analytical, strategic thinking, and interpersonal skills.

Proficient in business processes, organization, scheduling, supervision of

staff, conflict resolution, problem solving, and implementing diversified

policies.

Developed creative strategies to source, attract, recruit and select

candidates cost efficiently through mining, print advertising, job fairs,

and employee referrals.

Prescreened and evaluated candidates for various employment levels, exempt

and non- exempt and Interns.

Planned and executed job fairs.

Efficiently utilized Applicant Tracking System to organize recruitment

function.

WAYNE FARMS - Decatur, AL (2009 - 2011)

Plant Human Resource Supervisor

6th-largest vertically integrated US poultry producer, subsidiary of

Continental Grain Company, with 1.8 billion pounds of poultry products

processed annually. Recruit, hire, and train staff. Use customer-centered

approach and morale-boosting skills to keep workforce motivated, resilient,

and adaptable. Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and available

technologies to increase profitability and facility performance.

Effectively employed people skills and business management talent to assist

in redefining organization's HR function.

Strategically partnered with upper management to administer HR initiatives

that positively impacted 849 employees in a union environment; reduced

grievances 80% and slowed fiscal year turnover 12%, avoiding $479K in new-

hire training and lost production costs.

US AIR FORCE 1999-2009

Ending Rank: Staff Sergeant - Honorable Discharge

Rapidly promoted to Human Resources positions, while increasing scope and

responsibilities.

Ellsworth AFB, SD (2006 - 2009)

Human Resources Generalist

Direct up to 12 team members providing critical employment and morale

support for 3000+ employees and their dependents. Manage budget of $18K+

annually. Oversee formal introductory and specialized training programs and

provide additional mentoring and assistance; plan and implement

orientations. Track employee status and activity. Head of retirement

operations and programs. Qualify staff for sensitive, highly specialized

assignments. Process retirement, special assignment, separation, and

transfer documents. Handle executive bonuses and payroll. Advise upper

management on personnel related issues and provide program updates. Key

Achievements:

> Received 4 Human Resource Generalist of the Quarter awards (2006,

2007, 2008, 2009)

> Completely reorganized employee information system resulting in

increased accuracy of information; suggested improvements for employee

status reports, processing checklists, and record management.

> Served as benefit program spokesperson; gave presentation to educate

dependents on program offerings.

> Procured $25K in funding for technical improvements following a 55%

reduction in personnel.

> Coordinated annual ice cream social for employees and their families

to improve employee-relations.

> Managed more than 1500 relocations, separations, and retirements and

maintained 98% accuracy rate for processing.

Yongsan Army Garrison, ROK (2004 - 2005)

Human Resources Specialist, Special Assignment

Advised upper management on all administrative and personnel related issues

for more than 2500 employees working abroad in Seoul, South Korea.

Disseminated all incoming and outgoing messages to appropriate parties.

Processed employee vacations, special awards, situation reports, and

personnel status reports. Facilitated Visa requests and clearances from

transferred employees. Served as Passport agent and liaison to American

Embassy. Managed business and personal travel for all team members. Key

Achievements:

> Awarded "Employee of the Quarter" (2nd quarter 2004).

> Hand selected to resolve critical issues with staffing office in

Yongsan Army Garrison, ROK

> Developed innovative badge system to ensure personnel accountability.

> Spearheaded collection of updated data for more than 3500 employees in

12 countries.

Maxwell AFB, AL (2000 - 2003)

Human Resources Specialist, Employment

Manage all employment-related data for more than 3000 team members

including new-hire and transferred employee information, and status

updates. Administer and oversee employee retraining program. Train and

supervise 2 associates.

Educational Background

COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE AIR FORCE, ELLSWORTH AFB, SD

Associates Degree

(Human Resource Management)

Technical Proficiencies:

Windows Operating Systems; Microsoft Office Products; PeopleSoft; ADP (EV3

and EV5); E-Time; Success Factors; Oracle; Web-based CITRIX; I-9 Express

(TALK System); Success Factors, Taleo, Sonic Recruit

Security Clearance

Active/Secret/May 2009

Military Honor and Awards

Air Force Achievement Medal 2003

Air Force Commendation Medal 2002, 2009

Joint Service Air Force Commendation Medal 2004

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal 2004

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