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EFREM SWOOPE

Akron

Summary

Dynamic Recruiting Flight Chief with a proven track record at the 179th Strength Management Team, adept at managing multimillion-dollar incentive programs and enhancing retention rates. Skilled in strategic planning and persuasive presentations, I excel in developing targeted recruiting strategies and delivering impactful career counseling.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Recruiting Flight Chief/ Retention Manager

179th Strength Management Team
01.2012 - 01.2026
  • Manage and administrate the Wing’s multimillion dollar incentive program.
  • Developed strategies that enhanced FY goal retention rate.
  • Created targeted recruiting sales strategies that guided the recruiting team.
  • Consulted with, trained, and provided guidance and training for assigned recruiters.
  • Delivered persuasive presentations to individuals, families, and community organizations, fostering engagement and support.
  • Delivered personalized career counseling sessions to individuals seeking guidance.
  • Represented the military in the civilian community as an ambassador.

Production Recruiter

179th Recruiting/Retention Team
01.2008 - 01.2012
  • Conducted interviews with potential applicants to assess qualifications and fit.
  • Tracked applicant recruiting process in AFRISS, ensuring timely updates and follow-ups.
  • Coordinated applicant aptitude testing and physical exams with MEPS to facilitate recruitment.
  • Processed applicants’ waivers both medical and physical.
  • Conducted recruiting visits to local schools.
  • Supported local sporting events throughout Ohio to ensure smooth operations and participant engagement.

Unit Deployment/Training Manager

179th Logistics Readiness Squadron
01.2002 - 01.2008
  • Scheduled and tracked mandatory on-the-job and ancillary training to ensure compliance and readiness.
  • Facilitated access to CDC and correspondence courses, enhancing employee training and career progression.
  • Oversaw the submission of formal school requests for squadron personnel development.
  • Conducted Block I, II and III Supply customer training.
  • Tracked and monitored training for 2S0X1 working in CE and Services.
  • Oversaw building management and coordinated unit fitness activities, fostering a culture of wellness and team cohesion.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training/ Sports Med.

University of Akron
Akron, OH
12-1998

A.S. - Logistics Management and Human resources

CCAF

Skills

  • Incentive program management
  • Strategic planning
  • Recruiting strategy development
  • Presentation delivery
  • Career counseling
  • Applicant tracking systems

Core Expertise And Achievements

  • Recruiting Flight Chief/ Retention Manager, 179th Strength Management Team, 01/01/12, 01/01/26, Monitor and track the Wing and GSUs personnel end strength., Manage and administrate the Wing’s multimillion dollar incentive program., Developed strategies to improve and maintain the FY goal retention rate., Consulted with, trained, and provided guidance and training for assigned recruiters., Managed Wing’s Scholarship Program., Delivered persuasive presentation to individuals, families and community organizations., Wing POC for the Sponsorship Program., Provide Career Consoling., Created Recruiting sales strategies for recruiting team., Served as the military ambassador to civilian community.
  • Production Recruiter, 179th Recruiting/Retention Team, 01/01/08, 01/01/12, Conduct interview with potential applicants., Tracked applicant recruiting process in AFRISS., Conducted recruiting visits to local school., Worked various sporting events throughout Ohio., Coordinated applicant’s aptitude testing and physical exams with MEPS., Processed applicant’s waivers both medical and physical.
  • Unit Deployment/Training Manager, 179th Logistics Readiness Squadron, 01/01/02, 01/01/08, Scheduled and tracked mandatory on-the-job and ancillary training., Ordered CDC’s and Correspondence courses., Managed Squadrons formal school request., Conducted Block I, II and III Supply customer training., Track and monitor training for 2S0X1 working in CE and Services., Additional duties: Building Manager, Unit Fitness Manager, ARTS/SORTS monitor and IMPAC card holder.

Timeline

Recruiting Flight Chief/ Retention Manager

179th Strength Management Team
01.2012 - 01.2026

Production Recruiter

179th Recruiting/Retention Team
01.2008 - 01.2012

Unit Deployment/Training Manager

179th Logistics Readiness Squadron
01.2002 - 01.2008

Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training/ Sports Med.

University of Akron

A.S. - Logistics Management and Human resources

CCAF
EFREM SWOOPE