Andrew Candler
Greenville,MI
Summary
A seasoned leader from the United States Army, adept in recruitment strategies and team management, I excel in enhancing operational efficiency and employee development. Leveraging HR leadership and security protocols, I've significantly improved recruitment processes and team cohesion, embodying a proactive and results-driven approach.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recruiting Station Commander
United States Army Recruiting Command
Greenville, MI
01.2019 - Current
- Promoted and maintained good community relations.
- Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members at the station, ensuring information was communicated accurately in both directions.
- Supported decision-making by interpreting graphic displays and information.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to maximize overall productivity.
- Analyzed operational data to evaluate effectiveness of current processes and develop strategies for improvement.
- Managed communications between personnel for continual connections during missions.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing the station's activities.
- Facilitated communication between staff members by holding regular meetings to discuss progress on projects.
- Operated command and control center systems and equipment.
- Conducted employee performance reviews and implemented corrective actions to increase productivity.
- Maintained accurate records of applicant information within the Applicant Tracking System.
- Prepared presentations to company executives regarding employee performance and retention trends.
- Attended conferences, workshops and special events to recruit qualified candidates for company.
- Developed and managed recruitment process, sourcing candidates each year to fill key positions.
Recruiter
United States Army
Woodstock, GA
04.2016 - 12.2018
- Organized recruiting events such as job fairs, open houses, and career days.
- Maintained current knowledge of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action guidelines and laws.
- Scheduled or conducted new employee orientations.
- Served as a point-of-contact between recruiters, applicants, parents and guardians, educators, employers and members of the general public.
- Developed or implemented recruiting strategies to meet current or anticipated staffing needs.
- Informed job applicants of duties and responsibilities, compensation, and benefits.
- Analyzed employment-related data and prepared reports.
- Hired employees and processed hiring-related paperwork.
- Sourced, qualified and conducted screening interviews with job candidates.
Law Enforcement Cert Liaison Operations
United States Army
Fort Stewart, GA
07.2013 - 03.2016
- Implemented strategies for improving student engagement during classes.
- Facilitated team-building activities to promote collaboration among trainees.
- Maintained records of student attendance and performance evaluations.
- Assessed student comprehension through written examinations or oral questioning.
- Analyzed and evaluated student performance in order to improve course content and delivery methods.
- Organized, planned, and facilitated lectures, seminars, workshops, and other instructional events.
- Instructed students on principles, techniques, and tools used in careers.
- Selected materials for classroom usage to discuss defensive policing and investigation techniques.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed during hands-on activities related to law enforcement instruction.
- Coordinated with local agencies to provide additional resources for class instruction.
- Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands.
- Developed and implemented operational procedures to ensure quality standards are met.
- Assessed employee development needs and provided feedback on their progress towards meeting goals.
- Identified areas of deficiency and performed root-cause analysis to solve problems.
- Collaborated with team leaders on quality audits.
- Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
Military Police Squad Leader
United States Army
Fort Stewart, GA
09.2012 - 07.2013
- Coordinated with appropriate agencies to obtain investigative leads and evidence collection resources needed for successful completion of investigations.
- Supervised and coordinated activities of subordinate personnel in support of law enforcement operations.
- Enforced military laws and regulations.
- Conducted daily physical training with unit members.
- Advised commanding officers on weapons operations, capabilities and unforeseen operational problems.
- Monitored and authorized access to restricted areas by employees and visitors to guard against theft and incursion.
Military Security Force
Department of Defense
Washington, DC
07.2011 - 08.2012
- Conducted regular security patrols to ensure the safety of personnel and property.
- Answered non-emergency and emergency calls for assistance.
- Performed access control duties, including controlling entry into the facility and verifying identification of personnel.
- Monitored surveillance systems to detect suspicious activities and ensure comprehensive coverage of the area.
Military Police
United States Army
Fort Stewart, GA
06.2003 - 06.2011
- Performed traffic control duties such as directing vehicular traffic at intersections or entrances and exits to installations.
- Maintained detailed records and logs of all incidents and actions taken during shifts.
- Led and trained junior military police officers in law enforcement tactics and procedures.
- Patrolled specific areas on foot and on motorized conveyance to respond promptly to calls for assistance.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement Forensic Science
American Military University
Charles Town, WV04-2021
Skills
- Emergency preparedness
- Security protocols
- Maintenance supervision
- Environmental monitoring
- Logistics management
- Team management
- Recruitment
- HR leadership
- Policy making and enforcement
- Onboarding and orientation
- New employee orientation
- Recruitment strategies
- Employee relations
- Company organization
- Training programs
- Recruitment and selection
- Corrective action planning
Affiliations
- I can tactfully and intelligently inform another person, or an applicant for assistance and/or employment, that they do not meet the standards of what is requested and will assist other employees with this as well.
Accomplishments
- Multitude of military achievements to include the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal and several commendations
Certification
- Currently in the process of attaining SHRM-CP
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Recruiting Station Commander
United States Army Recruiting Command
01.2019 - Current
Recruiter
United States Army
04.2016 - 12.2018
Law Enforcement Cert Liaison Operations
United States Army
07.2013 - 03.2016
Military Police Squad Leader
United States Army
09.2012 - 07.2013
Military Security Force
Department of Defense
07.2011 - 08.2012
Military Police
United States Army
06.2003 - 06.2011
- Currently in the process of attaining SHRM-CP
Bachelor of Science - Law Enforcement Forensic Science
American Military University
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