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Damian Williamson

Summary

Talent acquisition and organizational leader with over 10 years of experience in recruitment and program management. Expertise in building effective recruitment pipelines and developing innovative sourcing strategies. Proven ability to enhance candidate experiences and leverage data to optimize recruitment outcomes. Experienced in supervising teams and fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders to drive organizational growth.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Operations

Youth Challenge Academy
10.2024 - Current
  • Oversee daily operations, supervising staff in leadership positions and ensuring alignment with organizational standards.
  • Restructured day-to-day operations, which resulted in improved employee retention and overall program effectiveness.
  • Provide strategic counsel on recruitment, training, and staff development to foster organizational success.
  • Directed the rebranding of all logos and marketing materials.

Recruitment, Placement & Mentoring Supervisor

Youth Challenge Academy
02.2023 - 10.2024
  • Directed recruitment strategy, securing 600+ youth applications annually.
  • Led a team of 10 in recruitment and placement operations.
  • Established partnerships with universities, trade schools, military branches, and employers to facilitate placements and verify student success.
  • Recruited and onboarded 300+ mentors and volunteers annually, ensuring program sustainability and positive participant experiences.

Executive Director / Director of Development

Boy Scouts of America – West Virginia
03.2021 - 02.2023
  • Built strong partnerships with CEOs, boards, and community leaders to expand recruitment and fundraising initiatives.
  • Increased social media engagement by 500% and achieved record-setting fundraising contributions.
  • Led volunteer recruitment, training, and retention strategies, ensuring program coverage across multiple sites.
  • Designed and launched collaborative youth leadership programs with educational institutions.

AmeriCorps Program Coordinator

Energy Express / West Virginia University
03.2019 - 10.2021
  • Oversaw 500 AmeriCorps members across 35 counties, ensuring compliance with grant and program requirements.
  • Coordinated large-scale recruitment, onboarding, and training events.
  • Improved compliance systems, reducing penalties and securing successful inspections.

Administrative Support – VA Work Study

West Virginia Department of Veterans Assistance
01.2017 - 03.2019
  • Supported veterans with benefits processing and administrative services.
  • Digitized records, improving efficiency and compliance standards.

State Trooper

West Virginia State Police
01.2011 - 12.2016
  • Conducted investigations, enforcement, and community engagement.
  • Recognized among top officers statewide for DUI enforcement.
  • Collaborated with federal agencies (FBI) on high-profile cases.

Education

Regents Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

West Virginia University
Parkersburg, WV

Skills

  • Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
  • Candidate Sourcing & Screening
  • Relationship Development
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Staff development
  • Community Engagement
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Recruiting Tracking Systems
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Volunteer Leadership

Founder & Director: Operation Make a Difference (Nonprofit), 

  • Built long-term community partnerships to deliver youth mentorship, holiday drives, and facility park restorations.
  • Coordinated annual recruitment of volunteers to serve 200+ families with food and gifts.
  • Led fundraising initiatives, securing donations up to $25,000 and establishing partnerships with local businesses and nonprofits.

Accomplishments

  • Recognition from Governor Earl Ray Tomblin for community service through Operation Make a Difference
  • Honored by West Virginia House Concurrent Resolution 13 for establishing Boy Scouts of America Week in the state

Timeline

Director of Operations

Youth Challenge Academy
10.2024 - Current

Recruitment, Placement & Mentoring Supervisor

Youth Challenge Academy
02.2023 - 10.2024

Executive Director / Director of Development

Boy Scouts of America – West Virginia
03.2021 - 02.2023

AmeriCorps Program Coordinator

Energy Express / West Virginia University
03.2019 - 10.2021

Administrative Support – VA Work Study

West Virginia Department of Veterans Assistance
01.2017 - 03.2019

State Trooper

West Virginia State Police
01.2011 - 12.2016

Regents Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

West Virginia University

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