Antonio Grant
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Results driven leader and United States Army Veteran with over 20 years of experience in navigating challenges, guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Brings strong problem-solving skills and excellent communication skills. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, proactive approach to new tasks, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions, commitment to excellence, and advancing organizational goals commitment to excellence.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Director of Recruiting Operations
United States Army
Milwaukee, WI
08.2020 - Current
- Supervised over 100 recruiters, improving candidate acquisition processes through targeted strategies.
- Led and trained over 100 recruiters on effective interviewing techniques and best practices.
- Enforced regulatory compliance by leveraging expertise and experience that improved employee engagement and processing of personnel actions by over 90%.
- Assessed employee performance and qualifications to fulfill staffing needs by determining the best qualified personnel fo awards, promotions, and assignment to key positions.
- Cultivated relationships with former employees to facilitate potential rehires and strengthen talent pool.
- Analyzed and utilized statistical data to advise and recommend changes the senior stakeholders on all things to include education programs.
- Guided six leadership teams to achieve the sourcing, interviewing, and hiring of over 3,000 new qualified applicants.
- Oversaw the onboarding of 14 district managers, which enhanced the understanding and adherence to regulations, command standards, and organizational processes.
Senior Executive Trainer and Developer
United States Army
Savannah, Georgia
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Managed and distributed over $2,000,000 in travel and temporary duty funds with zero erroneous authorizations, payments, or command inquiries.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for over 25 corporate executives, which contributed to a 3% increase in production.
- Monitored over 2,000 applicants progress through recruitment stages to ensure timely and effective hiring.
- Explored innovative talent identification strategies across industries to enhance candidate sourcing.
- Analyzed over 1,700 applicants data such as resumes, test scores, references, background checks.
- Contributed to development of recruiting plans, including budget projections, timelines, and methods to align with organizational goals.
- Managed a 15-member team comprised of Department of the Army civilians and senior uniformed personnel responsible for the executive level training and development of the United States Army Recruiting Command.
Senior Talent Acquisition Manager
United States Army
Milwaukee, WI
11.2014 - 06.2018
- Army ambassador within the community: recruited and determined applicant eligibility, counseled applicants on enlistment programs and options, prepared applications, and processed qualified applicants. Implemented and conducted Army awareness programs throughout an area covering 1,320 square miles with a population of 577,222. oversaw and maintained accountability of $850,000 worth of government equipment.
- Implemented diversity recruiting strategies, increasing candidate pool diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace.
- Promoted United States Army values as brand ambassador, enhancing employer reputation and attracting potential candidates.
- Maintained a network of influencers to include parents, educators, and community officials in 30 high schools and 15 colleges, developed and implemented strategic outreach initiatives to increase awareness and interest in recruitment.
- Addressed harassment allegations and other employee concerns effectively.
- Advertised open positions through social media and digital marketing.
- Built relationships with community organizations to enhance recruitment efforts.
- Counseled and supported over 250 local high school at risk youth on emotional and behavioral issues. Provided essential support and guidance to assist them with future career options.
- Participated in local job fairs and recruitment events for prospective hiring.
- Managed employee referrals program including tracking progress and awarding incentives.
- Maintained current knowledge of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action guidelines and laws.
Public Safety Manager
United States Army
Fort Knox, Kentucky
05.2010 - 11.2014
- Developed and enforced security policies and procedures.
- Oversaw soldiers to ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations, promoting a safe operational environment.
- Conducted risk assessments and identified vulnerabilities.
- Maintained and optimized communication systems, which enhanced coordination among team members.
- Led and supervised over 45 soldiers to cultivate excellent work ethic, dedication to duty, and timeliness in work actions.
- Managed security personnel and coordinated responses to incidents.
- Developed emergency response plans and conducted routine drills.
- Supervised safety operations, ensuring compliance with military regulations and protocols.
Public Safety Sergeant
United States Army
Fort Polk, Louisiana
12.2006 - 05.2010
- Managed logistics and resources to ensure operational readiness and support for mission success.
- Led over 75 patrolling operations and training exercises to deter and detect criminal activities.
- Conducted 48 emergency response missions that included domestic, medical and fire incidents.
- Enforced laws and regulations, including citations and making local arrest.
- Engaged with local communities to provide safety education training to help build trust and credibility.
- Prepared detailed incident reports to maintain records accuracy.
- Supervised daily operations of public safety teams, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
- Developed training programs for junior personnel, enhancing skill sets and operational readiness.
Education
Master Of Science - Organizational Leadership
University Of Arkansas Grantham
Little Rock, AR05-2022
Bachelor Of Arts - Criminal Justice
Grantham University
Lenexa, KS04-2021
Skills
- Job posting optimization
- Resume screening
- Recruitment marketing
- Candidate sourcing
- Data-driven decision making
- Emergency response
- Safety and security procedures
- Crisis management
- Crime prevention
- Patrol procedures
- Incident command
- Problem identification
- Excellent problem solving
- Observation Skills
- Talent acquisition
- Report preparation
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
- Conflict resolution
- Public safety
Timeline
Regional Director of Recruiting Operations
United States Army
08.2020 - Current
Senior Executive Trainer and Developer
United States Army
06.2018 - 08.2020
Senior Talent Acquisition Manager
United States Army
11.2014 - 06.2018
Public Safety Manager
United States Army
05.2010 - 11.2014
Public Safety Sergeant
United States Army
12.2006 - 05.2010
Bachelor Of Arts - Criminal Justice
Grantham University
Master Of Science - Organizational Leadership
University Of Arkansas Grantham