Erik Danielson
Aurora,CO
Summary
Results-driven recruiting professional with expertise in candidate screening, interpersonal communication, and decision-making. Proven ability to conduct community outreach and manage applicant data effectively.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Recruiter
Colorado Air National Guard
Aurora, Colorado
2024.07 - Current
- Conducted community outreach with 10 different high schools in West Denver to identify potential candidates.
- Conducted community outreach at local community events, including job fairs.
- Trained and mentored newer recruiters in successful strategies for interviewing and qualifying candidates.
- Won the Air National Guard's top recruiting office for 2025 out of 54 total wings.
- Explained job duties, compensation, and benefits to potential candidates.
- Reviewed employment applications, candidate backgrounds, skills, compensation needs, and other qualifications.
- Updated and maintained candidate records in the recruitment database to demonstrate competency in handling sensitive information.
- Provided a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
- Tracked and analyzed recruitment metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- Assisted with the onboarding process for new hires.
- Managed full-cycle recruiting process, from sourcing candidates to extending offers.
- Utilized various sourcing methods including social media, job boards, and networking events.
- Acted as a brand ambassador, promoting the company's values and culture to potential candidates.
Recruiting Administrator
Colorado Air National Guard
Denver, CO
2024.07 - Current
- Administered pre-qualification worksheet to interested applicants
- Learned and familiarized AFRISS
- Gathered, managed, and input applicant data into AFRISS
- Assists production recruiters with their general duties, including transporting applicants through security measures employed at Buckley Space Force Base
- Employs additional strategic means of recruitment, such as, contacting and organizing visits at local trade schools
- Contacts potentially qualified applicants or referred to production recruiters to make recommendations to continue the recruitment process.
Accounting/Storeroom NCOIC
COANG
Aurora, CO
2023.07 - Current
- Assists with proper reception and storage of food assets
- Oversees training operations for dedicated storeroom and accounting personnel
- Manages data input into various AF systems
- Handles issues and returns of food assets to kitchen staff
- Briefs services functions to higher leadership
- Maintains accounting programs and procedures monthly
- Coordinates with supervisors to implement efficiency and cohesion between team members
Services Specialist
Air Force National Guard
Denver, CO
2022.07 - Current
- Maintains CPR Certification
- Built and established lasting relationships using encouragement and personal support.
- Explained and demonstrated fitness and conditioning techniques and movements.
- Conducted needs assessments and surveys to determine interest in wellness and fitness programs, events and services.
- Collaborated with management teams in order to implement and evaluate programs and services.
Military Police Officer
Air Force National Guard
Denver, CO
2016.06 - 2022.06
- Enforced military laws and regulations.
- Diffused hostile situations with effective negotiation techniques.
- Managed law enforcement, criminal investigations, safety protocols and civil disturbances.
- Provided 24-hour armed internal security for multiple events by monitoring security equipment and operational logbooks to control building access.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO2023-05
Skills
- Resume screening
- Career fair planning
- Interview scheduling
- Referral generation
- Excel spreadsheets
- Administrative skills
- Self motivated
- Recruitment
- Applicant tracking
- Recruiting software
- Candidate research
Accomplishments
- Recognition of superior performance during operation Northern Lighting 2021 Joint Training
- Promoted to the rank of SSGT July of 2021 in the US Air Force
- Assisted with Operation Freedom Sentinel at Al Udeid AB, Qatar
- Recognized for superior performance while assisting with food operations at Operation Combat Archer
- Was awarded Non-Commissioned Officer of the quarter for the first quarter of FY24
- Currently holds a secret security clearance
- Achieved fiscal year 2025 goal 3 months early
- Completed Emerging Leaders of Aurora - June 2026
Timeline
Production Recruiter
Colorado Air National Guard
2024.07 - Current
Recruiting Administrator
Colorado Air National Guard
2024.07 - Current
Accounting/Storeroom NCOIC
COANG
2023.07 - Current
Services Specialist
Air Force National Guard
2022.07 - Current
Military Police Officer
Air Force National Guard
2016.06 - 2022.06
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Colorado State University