Christopher Pennington
Summary
Accomplished Director of Training by diversifying training programs while expanding course offerings to handle an increasing demand of enrollees. Well-versed in the development of new topics and adjusting existing classes, adhering to evolving policies. Leverages data to improve targeted training needs and implementation for maximum results. Hardworking and disciplined leader with advanced leadership, conflict resolution skills, good organizational abilities, and proactive approach. Accomplished Director of Training skilled at meeting training needs for organizations with forward-thinking strategies. Customizes group and individualized approaches to offer wide-ranging professional development opportunities. Leverages data to improve training targeting and implementation for maximum results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Training Seat Manager and Operations
US Army
08.2021 - 07.2024
- Played a pivotal role in surpassing the federally mandated annual mission target of 67,000 enlistments/accessions, achieving 103.4% of the goal and marking a 12.3% increase from the previous fiscal year
- Directed and supervised the entire recruitment process for 67,347 candidates enlisting in the military
- Managed 67,347 annual training seats while leveraging bonus enlistment incentives exceeding 1.7 million dollars flawlessly
- Analyzed data trajectories at the highest strategic level, briefing on performance growth and potential, including daily, monthly, quarterly, and yearly loss and gain trends, to Foreign Nationals worldwide, the Department of Defense, Headquarters Department of the Army G1, and the Human Resources Command
- Directed qualification selection for TSI and SSI in close collaboration with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Office of Personnel Management (OPM), and National Agency Check with Local Agency Check (NACLAC)
- This ensured that USAREC maintained a proficient rating by adhering to strict federally regulated guidelines
- Tasked with the implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for 16,500 recruiters within the United States Army Recruiting Command (USAREC) across the nation.
District Manager of Recruiting Operations and Senior Talent Acquisitions
US Army
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Senior Advisor for Talent Acquisition, focusing on the recruitment of Army physicians and other specifically identified healthcare specialties
- Coordinated management interviews by scheduling, organizing travel and accommodation, providing meals, and guiding applicants to their interviews through a rigorous candidate selection process
- Lead 63 military recruiting Non-Commissioned Officers, spanning several states, while engaging in CareerMD fairs, collaborating with Medical and Dental Society Organizations, and attending hospital and professional GME events
- Planned and conducted meetings with military leaders, educational liaisons, school board members, university officials, and community representatives to discuss the organization's benefits and career opportunities
- Demonstrated proficiency in thriving within a fast-paced environment, adhering to deadlines, and concurrently developing, deploying, and managing multiple projects
- Prepared weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for leadership to drive work priorities and briefed senior leaders on achievements that supported the organization’s mission statement.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration and Management -
Arkansas University Grantham
Lenexa, KS08.2024
Skills
- Talent Acquisition
- Recruiting
- Applicant Tracking System
- Full Lifecycle Recruitment
- Communication Skills
- Collaboration
- Relationship Management
- Human Resources Experience
- Innovation
- Highly Proficient with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, TEAMs)
- Project Management
- Detail Oriented
- Social Media
- OnBoarding Management
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Proactive
- Secret Security Clearance
- Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt)
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt)
- Equal Opportunity Leader
- Master Resiliency Leader
Accomplishments
- Recognized by the Governor of Louisiana in 2005 and awarded an impact medal for rescue efforts during Hurricane Katrina.
- Received an Army Commendation Medal of "Valor" while attached to 3rd Group Special Operations for brave heroic acts during battle while deployed to Afghanistan.
Activities
- 2011 Selection/Induction into the prestigious Sergeant Audie Murphy Club
- 2013 Selected 1 of 12,734 Soldiers as the Fort Knox, KY Post Non-Commissioned Officer of the year.
- Recognized by Grantham University for maintaining Suma Cum Laude status from 2017-2024.
- Awarded Grantham University academic scholarship 2017-2024 for outstanding academic performance.
- Awarded top recruiting station commander 2017 by the United States Army Recruiting Commanding General for enlistment volume and senior contract quality.
Timeline
Director of Training Seat Manager and Operations
US Army
08.2021 - 07.2024
District Manager of Recruiting Operations and Senior Talent Acquisitions
US Army
06.2018 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Business Administration and Management -
Arkansas University Grantham
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