Talent Acquisition United States

Claude V. Williams

Hopewell, ***** Virginia • 804-***-****

LinkedIn • ******@***.***

Willing to work remotely

Senior Recruiter Professional

Dynamic and resourceful professional with extensive experience in talent acquisition and staffing across diverse industries. Proven track record of sourcing, attracting, and retaining top-tier candidates through innovative recruitment strategies. Skilled in building strong relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders to understand organizational needs and deliver tailored hiring solutions. Adept at leveraging technology and analytics to streamline recruitment processes and enhance overall efficiency. Possess strong communication and negotiation skills with keen focus on providing exceptional candidate experiences. Committed to driving organizational success through strategic talent acquisition initiatives.

Areas of Expertise

•Talent Acquisition

•Candidate Sourcing

•Interviewing and Selection

•Recruitment Strategy

•Employer Branding

•Candidate Relationship Management

•Diversity & Inclusion Recruiting

•Recruitment Metrics & Analytics

•Onboarding & Orientation

Professional Experience

Advanced Technologies Logistics, Fort Lee, VA, United States 12/2011 – Present

Operations Specialist

Manage task requests through centralized database to ensure smooth organization and prioritization, facilitating efficient workflow management. Partner with Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization, and Security (DPTMS) to execute In-Process Reviews, driving updates for operational policies and logistical plans to improve overall efficiency. Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks by using management software for workflow administration, trend identification, and issue resolution.

Optimized training logistics to guarantee readiness of facilities, materials, and equipment, resulting in enhanced training effectiveness.

Initiated and led virtual staff meetings utilizing Microsoft Teams and Zoom, fostering effective communication and policy implementation.

Coordinated facility management and military ceremonies with precision, ensuring seamless execution and notable outcomes.

MCDEAN, Ruther Glen, VA, United States 02/2007 – 10/2011

Corporate Recruiter

Established efficient communication channels between managers and HR to streamline recruitment processes. Deployed effective recruitment strategies, including candidate screening, interviews, and benefits presentations, to attract top talent. Directed orientation programs for new hires, ensuring seamless assimilation into the corporate environment and fostering proactive engagement. Coordinated and engaged in recruitment initiatives like college job fairs, employing specialized methods to attract skilled professionals. Offered guidance on affirmative employment practices and resolved minor personnel issues to maintain cooperative atmosphere among teams.

Leveraged various platforms such as social networks, job boards, and databases for talent acquisition, consistently increasing recruitment output.

Fostered knowledge exchange and collaboration among teams to enhance productivity and efficiency.

Additional Experience

Senior Army Guidance Counselor, U.S. Army, Nashville, TN, United State

Supervised operations at the Nashville Military Entrance Processing Station, overseeing job listings, interview coordination, and tailored placements for recruits.

Utilized job placement strategies to ensure recruitment placements based on individual requirements.

Managed the accuracy and completion of police checks and other data to initiate background investigations.

Conducted security interviews and compliance reviews in accordance with US Army regulations.

Recruiting District Trainer, U.S. Army, Hampton, VA, United States

Led comprehensive recruiter training programs for 300+ staff in VA and MD, aligning with company objectives.

Conducted tailored interviews to identify recruiter needs, crafted personalized development plans, and supported implementation.

Created individualized training plans, documented goals, and tracked outcomes to enhance skill growth and performance.

Regional Recruiting Manager, U.S. Army

Supervised recruitment operations, guiding staff and overseeing daily activities, including sales interviews and outreach.

Strengthened recruitment reach by collaborating with educational institutions, organizing staff attendance at job fairs, and enhancing engagement.

Trained and mentored recruitment team on various methods such as telephone prospecting, canvassing, and referrals, improving effectiveness in attracting talent.

Education

Bachelor of Science: Business Management Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA, United States

Certifications

Certificate, Supervisor Development Course, Fort Lee, VA, 2005

Certificate, Support Cadre Training Course, Fort Lee, VA 2012

Certificate, Guidance Counselor Course, Ft. Jackson, SC 2004

Certificate, Trainer Development Course, Ft. Jackson, SC, 2002

Certificate, Advanced Leadership Course, Ft. Jackson, SC, 2002

Certificate, Basic Leadership Course, Ft. Eustis, VA, 1997

Certificate, Equal Opportunity Course, Ft. Stewart, GA, 1993

Certificate, CPR and First Aid Instructor

Certificate, OSHA Trained

NCCER certified Instructor

Security Clearance, secret government access

Selected Accomplishments

Achieved recognition from Standards Division for consistently ranking within top two staffs out of 65+ within Recruiting Command.

Demonstrated excellence by being acknowledged twice as Top Trainer during tenure, showcasing exceptional mentoring and coaching abilities.

Attained prestigious Glenn E. Morrall Award, highest accolade in recruiting, by surpassing assigned mission objectives with remarkable 113% achievement rate.

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