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Gary Price

Enterprise

Summary

Experienced JROTC Military Instructor skilled in developing lesson plans that align with educational standards. Proven ability to mentor cadets, enhance physical fitness, and promote community service, driving leadership development and positive outcomes.

Proactive professional with a strong background in military instruction and recruitment. Known for attention to detail and problem-solving abilities, successfully implementing strategies that enhance team performance and student engagement.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

JROTC Military Instructor

Enterprise City Schools
Enterprise, AL
07.2009 - Current
  • Instructed cadets in leadership principles and military protocols, fostering discipline and teamwork.
  • Developed comprehensive lesson plans aligned with educational standards and JROTC objectives.
  • Mentored students in physical fitness, enhancing overall wellness and resilience among participants.
  • Coordinated community service projects, promoting civic engagement and leadership skills among cadets.
  • Coach of the Drill Team and Color Guard
  • Collaborated with school administration to integrate JROTC programs into broader educational initiatives.
  • Directed extracurricular activities that reinforced leadership development and fostered a positive learning environment.
  • Organized annual awards ceremonies to recognize outstanding achievements of individual cadets.

Recruiting and Retention Sergeant Major

Alabama Army National Guard
Montgomery, AL
01.2005 - 06.2009
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Area Recruiting Manager

Alabama Army National Guard
Enterprise, AL
04.2002 - 01.2005
  • Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to attract diverse talent for various military roles.
  • Collaborated with unit leaders to identify staffing needs and align recruitment efforts with operational goals.
  • Utilized applicant tracking systems to streamline the hiring process and enhance candidate experience.
  • Conducted training sessions for recruiting staff, improving their skills in talent acquisition techniques.
  • Analyzed recruitment data to refine strategies, ensuring compliance with military standards and regulations.
  • Fostered relationships with community organizations to promote awareness of career opportunities within the Army National Guard.
  • Oversaw a team of recruiters responsible for filling open positions across various departments within tight deadlines.
  • Managed high-volume recruitment campaigns, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining quality standards for candidates.
  • Continuously refined recruiting strategies based on data analysis, identifying trends and areas of improvement within the recruitment lifecycle.
  • Built strong rapport with potential candidates, cultivating a talent pipeline for future hiring needs.

Recruiter

Alabama Army National Guard
Enterprise, AL
03.1995 - 04.2002
  • Developed recruitment strategies to attract diverse candidates for military roles.
  • Conducted comprehensive interviews to assess candidate qualifications and fit for positions.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and align recruitment efforts.
  • Streamlined onboarding processes to enhance new recruit integration into the organization.
  • Fostered relationships with community organizations to promote career opportunities within the National Guard.
  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to both candidates and clients, fostering long-term partnerships.
  • Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
  • Trained junior recruiters on best practices, contributing to overall team success and improved efficiency.

Human Resources Specialist

Alabama Army National Guard
Enterprise, AL
02.1985 - 03.1995

Responsible for maintaining Personnel Files for members of the Alabama Army National Guard

Member of Mobilization Team that processed Traditional Army National Guard Soldiers for Active Duty Deployment

Member of Transitional Team that processed Mobilized Soldiers back to Traditional Army National Guard Status

Education

No Degree - Military Tactics

United States Sergeant Major Academy
Fort Bliss, TX
06-2006

Bachelor of Science - Management of Human Resources

Faulkner University
Montgomery, AL
12-2000

Skills

  • Personal responsibility
  • Safety procedures
  • Weapons handling
  • Instructional techniques
  • Military history
  • Ethics education
  • Physical fitness training
  • Uniform inspection
  • Drill and ceremony
  • Discipline enforcement
  • Character development
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities

Timeline

JROTC Military Instructor

Enterprise City Schools
07.2009 - Current

Recruiting and Retention Sergeant Major

Alabama Army National Guard
01.2005 - 06.2009

Area Recruiting Manager

Alabama Army National Guard
04.2002 - 01.2005

Recruiter

Alabama Army National Guard
03.1995 - 04.2002

Human Resources Specialist

Alabama Army National Guard
02.1985 - 03.1995

No Degree - Military Tactics

United States Sergeant Major Academy

Bachelor of Science - Management of Human Resources

Faulkner University