THOMAS CLAYBROOKS
Lebanon, TN *****
adyzo1@r.postjobfree.com
linkedin.com/in/thomas-claybrooks-a89543100
** **** *** ***** ******* with13 yrs experience in human resource management, full life cycle recruiting, employee development and organizational marketing ● Comprehensive background in personnel management to include strategic planning, coaching, training, and equal employment opportunity (EEO) ● Passionate about mentoring and deliberate professional development ● Record of improving efficiency and productivity through process improvement initiatives ● Excellent interpersonal, motivational, presentation, and communication skills Areas of Expertise
Team Building
Conflict Resolution
Client Relationships
Analysis & Reports
Employee Development
Talent Acquisition
Client Retention
On-Boarding
Employee Benefits
Performance Management
Strategic Planning
Training & Development
Customer Relations
ADP Works
HRIS
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
QualTek Nashville, TN Sep. 2022 – Aug. 2023
Recruiter II
Full-cycle technical telecommunications recruiter. To include sourcing, screening, coordinating and conducting interviews, negotiating salaries, and on-boarding candidates. o Efficiently and effectively fill open positions
o Develop and maintain network of qualified candidates in advance of need o Source candidates using a variety of methods; job boards, social media, in-person networking o Conduct candidate screening, interviewing and presentation to the hiring manager o Cultivate a strong knowledge of the company, industry, and competitors o Assist in performing reference checks for potential employees
(U.S. Air Force) Nashville, TN Jun. 2017 – Sep. 2022 Senior Career Advisor
Liaison between recruiters/ recruiter’s supervisors and Military Entrance Processing Command resolving enlistment qualifications and eligibility issues. Ensures military enlistment processing is being performed in accordance with Department of Defense standards.
o Managed all aspects of scheduling 900+ applicants annually for new employee orientation into the United States Air Force, ensuring proper documentation of overall qualifications for employment o Supervised and trains eight Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) Career Advisors o Evaluated performance, provides training, and ensures proper professional development of assigned personnel
o Planned and delegates tasks to be accomplished by subordinates; collaborates with employees on short-term priorities, assess and adjust as needed - gives advice, counsel, or instruction on both work and administrative matters.
o Successfully created and trained personnel on improved written guidance and standard operating procedures.
(U.S. Air Force) Raleigh, NC Jun. 2014 – Jun. 2017 Healthcare Recruiter
Managed sourcing, interviewing, and candidate placement for positions. Conducted presentations and negotiated contract options and service obligations to develop realistic career goals. Coordinated monthly training sessions for incoming personnel; mentored and trained new employees on policies and procedures; in order to fill vacancies for the United States Surgeon General. o Displayed flexibility and time management by organizing recruiting activities in a three state region o Increased awareness of healthcare opportunities through effective partnering with civic, educational, and community leaders.
o Expanded marketing, educational institution networks, and professional association interactions by utilizing social media, monthly meetings, cold calling, and job postings o Oversaw recruiting program, encompassing 252 educational institutions and 106 medical facilities. o Conducted analysis, established recruiting zones, identified trends, and allocated goals; reduced processing time by 20%.
o Assessed performance and training needs of assigned personnel, provided training and guidance as needed, ensured professional development of subordinates. o Established and maintained networking relationships with staff from Federal, State and local agencies as well as clients, the general public, and private service providers.
(U.S. Air Force) Bartlett, TN Jun. 2010 – Jun. 2014 Corporate Recruiter
Sourced, interviewed, and recommended candidates for positions. Administered presentations and negotiated contract options and service obligations to develop realistic career goals. Orchestrated monthly training sessions for incoming personnel. Mentored and trained new employees on policies and procedures. o Implemented recruiting strategies to target technical positions candidates by prospecting, lead generation, presentations, attending career fairs, conducting interviews, and qualification verifications to meet United States Air Force manning requirements. o Established an effective marketing, job advertising, and public relations program with local area businesses and schools.
o Planned, directed & evaluated marketing projects; such as direct mail, social media, & advertising Honors & Awards
6X Senior Recruiter Badge recipient, reaching a goal of 115% or higher each year.
4X recipient of the Air Force Recruiting Service, Military Entrance Processing Station, Standards of Excellence Award
2X Top recruiter in Health Professions flight
Top corporate recruiter out of 53 recruiters
Education
BS—Human Resource Management (Magna Cum Laude);
Columbia Southern University Orange Beach, AL
AA--Human Resource Management;
Community College of the Air Force, Maxwell AFB, AL Applicable Training – U.S. Air Force
Management Training (8 weeks) – Coaching, Employee Appraisals, Change Management Leadership Training (6 weeks) - Team Building, Conflict Resolution, Training & Development Professional Selling Skills-Advanced (8 weeks) – Reports & Analysis, Developing Expectations