Colton Sparks`
Mount Pleasant,TX
Summary
Veteran with 13 Years of experience as an Infantryman with the United States Army. Solid communication, planning and problem-solving abilities. Outstanding team collaboration, leadership skills, highly trained in combat operations and tactics. Extensive proficiency leading small units in battlefield training conditions. Dedicated to completing all tasks with excellence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruiter
Army
11.2019 - 11.2023
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
- Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
- Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
- Developed and implemented plans to improve recruitment process.
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
Army
12.2017 - 11.2019
- Trained, supervised and organized over twenty eight soldiers and personnel.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.
- Served as principal advisor to First Sergeant and Commander.
Infantry Squad Leader
Army
02.2015 - 12.2017
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
- Instructed personnel in de-escalation and conflict resolution techniques for use in foreign national negotiations and cooperative actions.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Executed reasoned and efficient decision-making to foster troop discipline and unity.
Infantry Team Leader
Army
08.2010 - 02.2015
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and integration of tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Trained over multinational partners, contractors and foreign nationals to develop warfighting and defense capabilities.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Utilized advanced tactics to engage and neutralize enemy combatants.
Education
No Degree - Military Information Systems Technology
Recruiting & Retention College
Fort Knox, KY10.2019
High School Diploma -
Mount Pleasant High School
Mount Pleasant, TX06.2010
Skills
- Human Resources Management Systems
- Public Speaking
- Job Applicant Interviews
- Platoon Management
- Battalion Logistics
- Physical Conditioning
- Inventory Control
- Maintenance Oversight
- Assisting with Deployments
- Operational Advisement
- Soldier Evaluations
- Unit Readiness
Timeline
Recruiter
Army
11.2019 - 11.2023
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
Army
12.2017 - 11.2019
Infantry Squad Leader
Army
02.2015 - 12.2017
Infantry Team Leader
Army
08.2010 - 02.2015
No Degree - Military Information Systems Technology
Recruiting & Retention College
High School Diploma -
Mount Pleasant High School
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