Dominique Shields
Danville,IN
Summary
Dynamic and highly motivated professional with extensive experience in military and recruitment roles, coupled with a robust background in business and data analytics. Recognized for demonstrating academic excellence and innovative problem-solving skills throughout a distinguished career in the U.S. Army and the Indiana Army National Guard. Proven ability to leverage analytical insights to drive strategic decision-making and achieve significant business outcomes. Brings a combination of creativity, leadership, and resilience honed in high-pressure environments, along with a deep-seated passion for advancing the field of data analytics. Eager to apply these skills in a Master's program to further contribute to the business analytics landscape.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Expert Recruiting & Retention NCO
Indiana Army National Guard
04.2020 - Current
• Spearheaded recruitment initiatives, achieving a 255.56% increase in enlistment by strategically targeting high-potential candidates through diverse channels and personalized engagement strategies.
• Conducted detailed candidate assessments and interviews, ensuring a rigorous selection process that aligned with the organizational values and operational needs of the Indiana Army National Guard.
• Collaborated with local colleges, vocational schools, and community organizations to develop partnerships that facilitated educational and career opportunities for new recruits.
• Led workshops and seminars on leadership development and career planning for potential recruits, enhancing the visibility and attractiveness of a career in the Indiana Army National Guard.
• Maintained meticulous records and utilized data analytics to track recruitment efforts and outcomes, informing strategic adjustments and optimizing recruitment processes.
Military Police Soldier
U.S. Army
05.2019 - Current
• Handled wide-ranging and highly stressful situations
effectively by maintaining current training in
weaponry, hand-to-hand combative, and conflict
management strategies.
• Coordinated effective response to various incidents by
maintaining control in high-pressure situations.
• Managed situations with calm, analytical approach
focused on successfully prioritizing needs, reclaiming
order, and minimizing further damage or harm
Lead Agent & Supervisor
Pinkerton
01.2019 - 05.2020
• Conducted high-quality investigations and prepared
daily reports to assist business leaders with key
decision making and strategic operational planning.
• Produced professional documents, spreadsheets, and
presentations for internal and customer-facing needs
using Microsoft Office Suites.
• Established and updated work schedules to account
for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
• Provide response services related to emergency and
crisis planning, high risk terminations, workforce
disruptions, natural disaster, civil unrest, and threat.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration; Marketing
Indiana Institute of Technology
Fort Wayne, IN01.2024
Skills
- Employee Relations
- Recruiting strategies
- Training Coordination
- Data Analysis
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Leadership
Accomplishments
Indiana Army National Guard, Directors 54 Award;
Selected by the state of Indiana as the Recruiter of the Year.
Army National Guard Expert 7 Award;
Selected by the Army National Guard as a Regional Recruiter of the Year out of 4,000 recruiters in the nation.
Army National Guard Recruiter of the Year Finalist;
Competed against 6 other Regional Recruiters of the Year for the Army National Guard, National Recruiter of the Year.
Volunteer
Hurricane Harvey Relief Effort
Created a relief effort on Ball State University's campus to help aid and rebuild in the aftermath of hurricane Harvey that hit Houston, Texas. Generous amounts of money, food, and clothing were donated from all over and given to local churches in Houston to be distributed to those in need.
Avon Middle School South Track & Field Coach
Dedicated time to coaching young athletes in the fundamentals of sprinting while instilling key life skills including respect, teamwork, and leadership. Focused on holistic development to foster both athletic and academic success among student-athletes.
Light and Life Youth Ministry
Passionately guided young adults in exploring faith and fellowship and fostered a nurturing environment that encouraged personal growth, spiritual engagement, and community building among participants.
Timeline
Expert Recruiting & Retention NCO
Indiana Army National Guard
04.2020 - Current
Military Police Soldier
U.S. Army
05.2019 - Current
Lead Agent & Supervisor
Pinkerton
01.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration; Marketing
Indiana Institute of Technology