Boris Eyang Obame
United States Navy
Wixom,MI
4
Languages
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience
U.S. Navy Reservist with active Secret Clearance and over 10 years of leadership and organizational experience in military and civilian recruiting. Delivered effective personnel management through strong judgment, problem-solving, and project management skills, while fostering collaboration and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Committed to continuous learning and growth, with a proactive approach to developing efficient processes and ensuring high standards.
Work History
Funeral Honors Service
10 Years 6 Months- Perform military funeral honors for eligible veterans and service members
- Coordinate with funeral homes, families, and military branches for service details
- Provide respectful and professional representation of the U.S. Navy at memorial services
- Organized and executed flag-folding ceremonies, ensuring respectful presentation of flags to next of kin.
- Ensure uniform standards and ceremonial protocols are maintained
- Assist in the setup and breakdown of ceremonial equipment
- Uphold the Navy’s core values of honor, courage, and commitment during all services
- Demonstrated self-motivation by taking initiative in completing assigned tasks without direct supervision.
- Adapted quickly to fast-paced environments, maintaining productivity and focus during high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated effectively in team settings by offering support and guidance to teammates.
- Exhibited respect and friendliness while actively seeking opportunities to assist others.
- Reviewed and refined assignments to guarantee precision and adherence to project specifications.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Excelled in both independent and collaborative work settings by adapting to various team dynamics.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Office Supervisor
1 Year 3 Months- Successfully mobilized to U.S. Naval Base Djibouti as Leading Petty Officer for Port Operations
- Supported Division Officer by supervising, training, and ensuring readiness of division personnel
- Coordinated with senior enlisted officers to enhance task completion and optimize operational efficiency
- Managed refueling and cargo operations for U.S. Navy ships alongside local authorities
- Organized and led six U.S. Security Force units (30–40 personnel each) through briefings and field operations
- Oversaw daily operations and workflow for administrative staff, ensuring efficiency and compliance with Navy protocols.
- Developed training programs for new personnel, enhancing team performance and operational readiness.
- Led initiatives to improve office procedures, resulting in enhanced service delivery and overall mission support efficiency.
- Boosted overall office efficiency with appropriate task delegation and workload distribution.
- Provided materials preparation, notes and minute taking for meetings.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
4 Years- Executed targeted recruitment strategies to attract and secure top talent for Navy positions.
- Administered structured interview screenings and aptitude assessments to ensure alignment with organizational hiring standards.
- Attended career fairs and community events to promote Navy career opportunities, enhancing outreach efforts
- Guided applicants through enlistment process and requirements, ensuring clarity and compliance
- Attend career fairs and community events to promote Navy opportunities
- Developed and implemented targeted recruitment strategies to attract top talent across various departments.
- Facilitated collaboration with hiring managers to identify role needs and design job descriptions that reflect organizational priorities.
- Conducted comprehensive interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate fit for culture and job specifications.
- Established strong relationships with external recruitment agencies to enhance sourcing capabilities and build talent pipelines.
- Mentored junior recruiters, providing guidance on best practices in candidate engagement and selection techniques.
- Conducted thorough assessments of candidate experience and qualifications through structured telephone and in-person interviews.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with executives, HR team, and hiring managers to foster partnerships that produced consistent results.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define role requirements and create job descriptions that align with organizational goals.
Education
Master of Science - Intelligence And Security Studies
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Graduated
Associate's degree - international studies
Graduated
Skills
Diversity training
Skilled at fostering inclusion and boosting team performance
Classified information handling
Goal-driven organization
Client relations
Decision-making
Respectful demeanor
Attention to detail
Teamwork and collaboration
Flexible and adaptable
Calm under pressure
Multitasking
Customer service
Verbal communication
Active listening
Problem resolution
Excellent communication
Organization skills
Time organization
Organizational techniques
Excellent communication
Accomplishments
From July 20th 2026, to August 31st 2026, as a volunteer, I mentored and led 150 recent graduates in Gabon(Africa), resulting in faster onboarding and improved team performance. I taught leadership skills, Customer service, and accountability.
Certification
Licensed in Recruiting by the US Navy, obtained in 2018 in Pensacola, Florida.
Languages
English Fluent
French Fluent
Spanish Good
Fang Fluent
Interests
Participating in cultural exchange programs and homestays.
Sharing travel tips
recommendations
and insights with fellow enthusiasts.
Documenting and sharing travel experiences.
Road Trips
Timeline
Office Supervisor
United States Navy, USN
02.2024 - 05.2025Read More
Talent Acquisition Specialist
United States Navy, USN
01.2018 - 01.2022Read More
Funeral Honors Service
United States Navy
04.2016 - CurrentRead More
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Associate's degree from international studies
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Western Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts from Political Science
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Bellevue University
Master of Science from Intelligence And Security Studies
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