Levi Houston
Houston,TX
Summary
Accomplished Recruiting Specialist with a proven track record at Prescient Global Solutions and the U.S. Army, enhancing recruitment processes and exceeding quotas by 30%. Expert in candidate searching and behavioral interviewing, I excel in mentoring teams towards operational excellence. My strategic approach to recruitment management has significantly improved candidate experience and efficiency. Successful human resource candidate with expertise in employee recruitment, training and payroll management. Adept at building and maintaining positive relationships with employees and management. Strong organizational skills and committed to adhering to relevant laws and regulations. Dedicated professional eager to create and implement successful strategies to improve organizational efficiency. Adept at utilizing data analysis to provide insights into HR initiatives. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and committed to pursuing best practices related to employee development and retention.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruiting Specialist Internship
Prescient Global Solutions
03.2024 - Current
- Enhanced candidate experience by streamlining recruitment processes and implementing best practices.
- Reduced time-to-fill rates by proactively sourcing qualified candidates through various channels, such as LinkedIn, job boards, and referrals.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to develop accurate job descriptions and requirements for open positions.
- Improved interview process by developing insightful questions and training team members on effective interviewing techniques.
Recruiting Master Trainer
U.S. Army Active Duty
07.2021 - Current
- Managed training center and developed curriculum and training for technical and officer training.
- Oversaw day-to-day functions of training department.
- Developed and improved training courses to increase staff performance and overall training effectiveness.
- Evaluated training needs to improve training quality.
- Provided in-house training to new employees concerning maintenance of standardized training approaches.
- Arranged meeting spaces and supporting materials for each class.
- Recruited, trained and mentored new instructors.
- Assessed staff performance and training effectiveness, capitalizing on opportunities to develop new training programs and improve existing courses.
- Analyzed training, student outcomes and course delivery metrics to produce reports for senior management.
- Chaired staff and monthly management meetings, communicating current progress towards training goals to staff and senior management.
Recruiting Station Commander
U.S. Army Active Duty
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Developed opportunities for operational improvements across recruiting programs and implemented changes.
- Provided dedicated support and guidance to research leaders to help prioritize initiatives.
- Established consistent, cohesive brand across recruitment areas and platforms.
- Oversaw ongoing delivery of recruiting operations projects by identifying cross-functional dependencies and making resourcing decisions.
- Recommended recruiting systems and tools to maximize workflow productivity and enhance candidate and employee experience.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
- Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
- Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
- Designed, developed and implemented successful recruitment process to fill more than 42 vacancies each year.
Recruiting Station Commander
U.S. Army Active Duty
04.2016 - 07.2018
- Developed opportunities for operational improvements across recruiting programs and implemented changes.
- Provided dedicated support and guidance to research leaders to help prioritize initiatives.
- Established consistent, cohesive brand across recruitment areas and platforms.
- Oversaw ongoing delivery of recruiting operations projects by identifying cross-functional dependencies and making resourcing decisions.
- Recommended recruiting systems and tools to maximize workflow productivity and enhance candidate and employee experience.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
- Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
- Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
- Designed, developed and implemented successful recruitment process to fill more than 55 vacancies each year.
Recruiter (79R)
U.S. Army Active Duty
01.2014 - 03.2016
- Responded to calls and emails from interested candidates quickly and scheduled appointments for in-person meetings.
- Escorted recruits to Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) for evaluation and in-processing.
- Administered Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test to individuals interested in or curious about military careers.
- Remained current with training and sought new training opportunities to further personal growth.
- Participated in community events representing U.S. military and recruited interested parties.
- Educated interested individuals on military jobs and compared interests and ASVAB scores to potential career fields.
- Displayed exemplary personal and professional appearance, attracting local populace to inquire about military experience and opportunities.
- Filtered interested candidates by eligibility and disqualifying factors.
- Traveled to schools in area to speak to students about military careers and provide students with materials and literature about military careers.
- Maintained recruits in Delayed Entry Program (DEP), educating on military customs and courtesies and administering PT exercises and tests.
- Exceeded mandated quota from headquarters by 30% based on military needs and availability.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
Field Artillery Cannon Crewmember
U.S. Army Active Duty
12.1999 - 12.2013
- Communicated over wire and radio and identified strategic target locations.
- Maintained complete accountability during redeployment of sensitive communication equipment.
- Managed receipt, storage and issue of ammunition equipment and processes.
- Determined elevation and grid azimuths with maps and map overlays.
- Deployed and maintained rifles, machine guns, grenades and rocket launchers in offensive and defensive operations.
- Directed supporting fire to suppress enemy fire and allowed troops to maneuver in area.
- Coordinated and distributed training schedules and filed administrative paperwork.
- Operated self-propelled howitzers and ammunition trucks safely.
- Supported infantry and tank units with howitzer cannons during combat and played crucial roles in battlefield success.
- Conducted risk assessments for artillery and missile operations to avoid harm to personnel and equipment.
- Assisted with real-time intelligence collection by conducting field reconnaissance operations.
- Supervised assembly and placement of large-scale artillery systems prior to launch.
- Researched trends to maintain up-to-date knowledge of advancements in artillery and missile technology.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Northeast Mississippi Community College
05.2002
High School Diploma -
Alcorn Central High School
05.2000
Skills
- Mentoring
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Recruitment Management
- In-Person and Telephone Interviewing
- Networking and Partnership Development
- Applicant Qualification
- Coordinate Recruitment Strategies
- Recruiting and Hiring
- Candidate Searching
- Behavioral Interviewing
- College Recruiting
- Applicant Screening
- Job Fairs
- Employee evaluations
- HR analytics
- Company policies
- HR policies and procedures
- Secret security clearance
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 23 staff members.
- Achieved four consecutive year's mission by maintaining a high level product knowledge, leadership, maintaining team efficiency, and networking.
- Was in the top five Recruiting Station Commanders in the Baton Rouge Army Recruiting Battalion out of 38 Station Commanders 2018 -2020, by having the ability to place and leverage personnel to achieve the highest return on investment.
Timeline
Recruiting Specialist Internship
Prescient Global Solutions
03.2024 - Current
Recruiting Master Trainer
U.S. Army Active Duty
07.2021 - Current
Recruiting Station Commander
U.S. Army Active Duty
08.2018 - 06.2021
Recruiting Station Commander
U.S. Army Active Duty
04.2016 - 07.2018
Recruiter (79R)
U.S. Army Active Duty
01.2014 - 03.2016
Field Artillery Cannon Crewmember
U.S. Army Active Duty
12.1999 - 12.2013
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Northeast Mississippi Community College
High School Diploma -
Alcorn Central High School
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