Recruiter

Location:

Phoenix, AZ

Posted:

May 10, 2016

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MICHAEL WATSON

PHOENIX, AZ, 901-***-****, acupwf@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced high volume recruiter with extensive full cycle processing ability. Proven track record of providing qualified drivers of various skill sets to both government and commercial logistics operations.

EXPERIENCE

4/1/2014 TO 3/01/2016 Taiko International Logistics Scottsdale, AZ

DRIVER RECRUITER/GENERAL MANAGER

Performed dual roles as recruiter and project manager for Taiko in conjunction with Dyno Nobel. Hired and managed a team of drivers and safety specialists tasked with transporting bulk explosive materials to mineral mines in WY, CO, and NM. Talent acquisition and management resulted in production levels exceeding 1 million dollars over the life of the project.

Thoroughly screened candidate backgrounds to ensure MSHA, OSHA, and DOT compliance. Stringent hiring standards resulted in zero accidents during a winter in which competitors experienced multiple, high cost incidents.

Conducted new hire orientation and completed new hire HR and qualification files. Coordinated travel and/or relocation arrangements for applicants in a timely and cost efficient manner. Also managed monthly operating budget and weekly payroll.

8/19/2014 TO 9/15/2015 Visionary Solutions Knoxville, TN

DRIVER RECRUITER/CONSULTANT

Implemented a national recruiting strategy which quickly produced over 40 logistics suppliers who successfully conducted transportation services for the Department of Energy and the Department of Defense. Tactics used saved the company thousands of dollars in cost per hire. Output of newly hired personnel produced nearly 3 million dollars of revenue over a 1 year period.

Conducted the full cycle recruiting to include initiating background checks to ensure that candidates were capable of receiving TWIS cards, Secret level security clearances as well as access clearances for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

Hired drivers with backgrounds hauling tankers, doubles, RGN, van, flatbed, and conestoga trailers.

Utilized, Tenstreet, to manage and process driver applications.

11/22/2007 TO 3/28/2014

SLT/Roadmaster Group

Glendale, AZ

DIRECTOR OF RECRUITING

Developed a marketing strategy which resulted in the rapid transition of a company from solo drivers into a team-based organization of over 250 drivers possessing Secret level security clearances to haul government arms, ammunition, and explosives. The process reversed a trend of losing over $40K per week to generating over $750k per week.

Trained and managed a team of recruiters which consistently exceeded hiring goals while demonstrating knowledge of labor laws and employment practices to include EEO/AA. Implemented the use of new applicant tracking technology which drastically increased recruiting efficiency while simultaneously reducing cost per hire.

Worked closely with the operations group as well as the executive management team in order to create an environment which promoted retention and open communications resulting in a turnover ratio which was less than a quarter of the national average. Created an employee recognition program which rewarded top performers with bonuses, trips, and other awards.

Successfully utilized print and internet based sourcing tools to attract and hire over 1200 transportation specialists over a 7 year period. Created and maintained weekly reports detailing recruitment activities, applicant flow, and actual hires.

Maintained a 90% seated fleet of van, flatbed, and oversized freight haulers with superior CSA scores.

8/16/1999 TO 12/4/2006

M.S. Carriers/Swift Transportation

Memphis, TN

DRIVER RECRUITER

Successfully fulfilled multiple roles including call center recruiter, field recruiter, and lead/assistant manager. Planned and organized recruiting activities aimed at attracting and hiring qualified individuals. Efficiently managed marketing budget and worked closely with advertising agencies to create various forms of advertisements.

Excelled in a fast paced environment, producing over 2000 hires in a 7 year period while consistently ranking in the top 5% for annual hires among national recruiters while covering six states and Puerto Rico. Promoted company opportunities in several communities while participating in job fairs and hiring events throughout the southeastern United States.

Regularly visited driver training facilities delivering presentations to students who were new to the transportation industry. Trained school employees on Swift’s hiring criteria while partnering with them to generate referrals and place potential candidates.

7/2/1990 TO 8/22/1999

U.S. Navy

Memphis, TN

RECRUITER/CRYPTOLOGIC TECHNICIAN

Recruited, interviewed, and processed individuals interested in naval service opportunities. Served as assistant Recruiter-in-charge directing team recruiting efforts. Actively promoted Navy awareness in the local community by participating in job fairs and delivering presentations at high schools, colleges, and job centers. Those efforts were pivotal in the success of my office which received Recruiting Station of the Year Award.

Awarded Naval Achievement Medal for sustained superior recruiting results.

Obtained Secret Security Clearance in order to provide intelligence support to the Commander of National Security and the National Security Agency.

EDUCATION

1992-1994

University of Maryland

Rota, Spain

REFERENCES

Mike Taylor

General Manager of Visionary Solutions (also former COO at SLT)

Cell: 623-***-****

E-mail: acupwf@r.postjobfree.com

John Wilbur