Derek Newton
Fort Johnson,LA
Summary
Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
United States Army
05.2022 - Current
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
Recruiter
United States Army
10.2020 - 05.2022
- 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.
Manager
United States Army
11.2017 - 10.2020
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
Team Member
United States Army
02.2015 - 11.2017
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
Education
Bachelor of Business - Business Administration And Management
Post University
Waterbury, CT08.2025
Skills
- Policy Implementation
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Performance Evaluations
Timeline
Manager
United States Army
05.2022 - Current
Recruiter
United States Army
10.2020 - 05.2022
Manager
United States Army
11.2017 - 10.2020
Team Member
United States Army
02.2015 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Business - Business Administration And Management
Post University