Daniel Alford
Joshua,TX
Summary
Senior Leader in the U.S. Army with 20 years of experience in various leadership roles ready to start a second career working for B.N.S.F railway. As a Regional Manager of recruiting operations, I developed expertise in community relations, training, and personnel management. Skilled in multitasking and problem-solving in critical areas affecting Department of Defense end strength. Oversaw recruiting operations and implemented data-driven strategies to enhance organizational performance. Coordinated and administered the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test at 416 high schools and colleges nationwide, providing post-test briefings to ensure comprehensive understanding of testing data by staff and participants. Maintained the integrity of all testing materials and adhered to all testing guidelines.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Regional Manager
United States Army Recruiting Command
01.2019 - Current
- Oversaw six district managers, 42 professional recruiters, and 278 entry-level personnel across their respective physical locations.
- Provided daily guidance on scheduling applicant processing, ensuring adherence to all regulatory and policy procedures for over 1,040 applicants annually.
- Host 96 luncheons with community and school officials to emphasize the importance of ASVAB testing at their respective locations. As a result, 62 agreed to either implement testing for the first time and 21 increased support for student participation.
- Conducted 310 post-test conferences with college and high school staff to analyze and compare student test results with national averages.
- Administered 134 ASVAB interpretations nationwide, showing students how their test results align with career fields in both civilian industries and the military.
- Lead diversity initiatives within the unit to foster an inclusive and respectful environment for all staff members. Provided quarterly training on sexual harassment awareness and prevention, along with bystander intervention practices.
- Address performance deficiencies, offered guidance, and conducted training to ensure that personnel were aware of the expected standards and possessed the necessary knowledge and tools to succeed.
- Presented monthly professional reports to senior leadership, focusing on SWOT analysis, performance metrics, and After Action Reviews (AAR).
- Delivered detailed briefings to senior leaders on mission objectives, status updates, and critical issues requiring attention.
Senior Master Trainer
United States Army Recruiting Command
10.2010 - 01.2019
- Delivered personalized in-person and virtual training to 7,500 U.S. Army Recruiting Command staff members across five states. The training encompassed comprehensive recruiting operations, maintaining testing integrity, and future planning based on data-driven decisions.
- Developed strong working relationships with clients by understanding their unique goals and delivering customized training solutions.
- Initiated cross-functional collaboration efforts within departments to enhance overall understanding of company products and services, ultimately improve effectiveness.
- Chaired staff and monthly management meetings, communicating current progress towards training goals to staff and senior executive teams.
Talent Acquisition District Manager
United States Army Recruiting Command
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Led a professional recruiting team responsible for sourcing and hiring top-tier candidates for Department of Defense positions, ensuring compliance with all regulatory guidelines.
- Implemented data-driven recruiting strategies, leveraging analytics to guide decision-making processes and enhance recruitment outcomes while leading a professional recruiting team.
- Ensured exceptional candidate experiences throughout the entire recruitment process, from initial contact to onboarding completion.
- Provide detailed, data-driven briefings to senior military officials and community partners, offering actionable insights to enhance organizational effectiveness and efficiency.
- Served as an ambassador for the U.S. Army, collaborating with business owners, community officials, and local industry leaders on school district advisory boards.
Bystander Intervention Specialist
United States Army
01.2013 - Current
- Delivered specialized training to over 10,000 Department of Defense personnel on the prevention, intervention, and de-escalation of sexual violence, hazing rituals, bullying, and suicide prevention.
- Provided guidance and training to the Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP) team.
- Specialized Victim Advocate responding to reports and cases involving sexual harassment, assault, hazing, and suicide prevention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Post University
Waterbury, CT06.2024
Certification - Managing Chaos
Post University / American Management Association
Waterbury, CT09.2023
Certification - Critical Thinking
Post University / American Management Association
Waterbury, CT09.2023
Certification - Mindful Leadership
Post University / American Management Association
Waterbury, CT09.2023
Certification - Strategic Thinking
Post University / American Management Association
Waterbury, CT09.2023
High School Diploma -
Freedom Area Senior High School
Freedom, PA06.2001
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Forward Thinking
- Detail-Oriented Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Scheduling Coordination
- Collaboration and Team Building
- Performance Management
- Decision-Making
- Employee Relations
- Training and Mentorshi
Accomplishments
- Recognized by the Senior Executive Team as the Employee of the Year for North Eastern United States
- Hand selected to represent the organization on an advisory panel with the Secretary of Defense Mark Esper
- Recognized by peers and subordinates as the Company's Most Valuable Employee of the Year
- .Awards for the Top Recruiter in the Southern United States
- Recognized as the Top Instructor during training conference with over 6000 attendees.
- Awarded numerous military awards and accolades.
Timeline
Talent Acquisition District Manager
United States Army Recruiting Command
01.2022 - 01.2023
Talent Acquisition Regional Manager
United States Army Recruiting Command
01.2019 - Current
Bystander Intervention Specialist
United States Army
01.2013 - Current
Senior Master Trainer
United States Army Recruiting Command
10.2010 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Post University
Certification - Managing Chaos
Post University / American Management Association
Certification - Critical Thinking
Post University / American Management Association
Certification - Mindful Leadership
Post University / American Management Association
Certification - Strategic Thinking
Post University / American Management Association
High School Diploma -
Freedom Area Senior High School
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