Eric Bocker
Tampa,FL
Summary
A passionate career counselor dedicated to supporting those in need of guidance. I provide the proper motivation and support so people can get their life back. I am committed to providing comprehensive assistance to veterans, as well as at-risk and underserved populations, to facilitate successful integration into the workforce. Highly skilled in veteran community outreach, establishing connections within the community, collaborating with service providers, and implementing tailored outreach strategies. Proficient in delivering engaging presentations to community groups and developing a robust network of services to meet the diverse needs of all individuals seeking career guidance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Veteran and Underserved Population Career Counselor
New Horizons Computer Learning Center
Tampa, FL
02.2017 - 08.2023
- Specializes in assisting veterans in understanding their benefits
- Mentors and maintains relationships with over 796 mentees and motivates them throughout their programs
- Professionally assists prospective candidates through the admissions process in accordance with all applicable federal and state regulations, school policies and procedures, and in compliance with all standards and requirements
- Performs assessment calls to determine qualifications and academic program appropriateness
- Conducts one-on-one interviews with students, engaging them in discussions concerning their interests, achievements, and long-term goals
- Participates in retention efforts by maintaining productive contact with active students
- Provides Veterans and service members with resume and interview preparation, career exploration and networking skills
- Assists with military transition services to active-duty service members and Veterans utilizing education and employment tools and resources
- Conducts career consultations with Veterans and others to identify transferable skills and develop a job search plan.
Navy Recruiter
United States Navy
Valdosta, GA
06.2013 - 03.2016
- Increased credibility and client awareness by developing technical/non-technical marketing collateral and presentations, public relations campaigns, articles and newsletters
- Developed partnership with local businesses to secure third party promotions
- Cultivated and managed relationships with key clients, vendors, and community partners
- Supported superiors in implementing personnel policies and procedures
- Developed and facilitated job recruitment fairs
- Promptly corresponded with all applicants and coordinated and conducted interviews
- Screened all applicants based on their qualifications and background
- Partnered with local organizations and universities for engagement and interest in jobs offered in their community
- Provided Training to over 850 people from 2011-2016 (Equal Opportunity Trainer, Diversity & Inclusion Trainer, Bystander Intervention Trainer, Sexual Harassment Trainer, Professional Developmental Mentor to Junior Sailors).
Damage Controlman
United States Navy
Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
08.2008 - 06.2013
- Wrote office job descriptions and directives
- Operated and maintained communication equipment
- Communicated urgent orders to a team of 55 personnel
- Tracked personnel and supplies within my division
- Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than $3MM
- Implemented corrective and preventive measures
- Mentored and developed subordinates to create seamless, tight knit team
- Prepared daily, weekly, monthly, and annual reports for superiors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Crisis Disaster and Emergency Management
Everglades University
06.2024
Apprenticeship - Counselor (Professional and Kindred)
U.S. Department of Labor
04.2016
Skills
- Career Assessment and Counseling
- Job Search Strategies and Resume Writing
- Full cycle recruiting
- Sourcing, Tracking and Managing clients
- MS Office365
- Resource Referral and Networking
- Strong communication, organizational and negotiation skills
- Advising
- Skill Building and Professional Development
- Education and Training Navigation
- CRM
- LMS
- ATS
- Community Outreach
- Career Development and Planning
- Diversity and Inclusion Awareness
- Ethical Practice and Confidentiality
- Stress Management
- Counseling
Awards
- New Horizons Gold Club Member (2018, 2019, 2020)
- Recruiter of the Month (January, March, June, July 2014, March, April, May 2015, February, March, April, October 2016)
- Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal (2010, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016)
- Awarded Admiral Top Recruiter Award (2014, 2015, 2016)
- Master Chief Bakarian Award -Top Performing Rookie Recruiter of the Year (2014)
- Good Conduct Medal (2011, 2015)
Volunteer Experience
- Member of Mission Continues (Present)
- Metropolitan Ministries (2018/19/21/22/23)
- Certified Youth Football Coach with NAYS (2017-Present)
- Veterans Advocate Board for Congressman Charlie Christ (2019-2023)
Timeline
Veteran and Underserved Population Career Counselor
New Horizons Computer Learning Center
02.2017 - 08.2023
Navy Recruiter
United States Navy
06.2013 - 03.2016
Damage Controlman
United States Navy
08.2008 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Crisis Disaster and Emergency Management
Everglades University
Apprenticeship - Counselor (Professional and Kindred)
U.S. Department of Labor
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