Dedicated professional eager to create and implement successful strategies to enhance organizational efficiency. Adept at utilizing data analysis to provide insights into HR initiatives, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Committed to pursuing best practices related to employee development and retention, Grandison Porter is a detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Which excels in handling multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy and seek to secure a full-time position that offers professional challenges, utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving abilities.
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Grandison Porter
Richmond,TX
Summary
Overview
26
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
1
Language
Work History
U.S. Army Recruiting Command
U.S. Army Recruiter
01.2013 - Current
Job overview
- Conducted over 300 phone interviews to assess applicants' relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
- Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure excellent hiring experience.
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
- Partnered with HR teams to determine workforce planning needs, aligning recruitment efforts with business objectives.
- Trained junior recruiters on best practices, contributing to overall team success and improved efficiency.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environments.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
U.S. Army Reserve Command
Transportation Management Coordinator
01.2010 - 12.2012
Job overview
- Reduced transportation costs by 30% with thorough analysis of carrier contracts and negotiation of competitive rates.
- Organized warehouse layout to maximize space utilization while maintaining accessibility for loading/unloading purposes.
- Evaluated transport providers based on price, reliability, capacity, reputation, ensuring optimal selections were made for each unique situation.
- Oversaw fleet maintenance, scheduling regular inspections, repairs, and replacements to minimize downtime and extend vehicle life.
- Coordinated and monitored movement of personnel and cargo throughout country.
- Managed team of drivers, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations to maintain safe work environments.
- Arranged documentation and reports for follow-up or response to tracer actions.
- Improved transportation efficiency by optimizing routes and coordinating schedules.
- Identified hazardous materials and safely secured or disposed of it.
- Developed strong relationships with carriers and vendors, securing cost-effective partnerships for company's benefit.
- Streamlined operations by implementing process improvements and adopting new technologies.
- Increased on-time delivery performance by closely monitoring shipment progress and resolving potential delays.
- Documented and inventoried freight, cargo, and material shipments of all types.
- Analyzed data trends in transportation usage patterns to anticipate future needs or identify opportunities for improvement.
- Collaborated with sales teams to provide accurate shipping estimates for clients, improving overall service quality.
- Coordinated schedules and communicated changes to customers.
- Supervised team of helpers, laborers and material movers to efficiently complete tasks.
- Inspected work areas to keep free of hazards and maintain proper function of safety equipment.
- Trained new team members on proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of team attendance and documented disciplinary actions.
U.S. Army Active Duty
Aviation Operations Specialist
07.2003 - 12.2009
Job overview
- Assisted in planning and execution of complex aviation missions, contributing to successful outcomes.
- Utilized advanced software programs to track flights accurately in real-time, enabling prompt responses to any arising issues or changes in circumstances.
- Supported operations by managing professional communications, tracking data and managing records.
- Compiled data and prepared aviation operations and aviation safety reports.
- Transmitted flight plans and arrival reports to flight and air traffic control centers.
- Maintained flight logs on incoming and outgoing flights and individual flights.
- Adhered to safety procedures when managing logistics for pilot and ground crew.
- Created and implemented filing and organization practices for documents, reports and calendars.
- Posted and interpreted weather reports and decoded sequence reports.
- Managed sensitive information with discretion while preparing security clearances for crew members on classified missions.
- Provided vital assistance during aircraft maintenance and repair processes, ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols and quality standards.
- Maintained accurate flight logs and records, ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating seamless audits.
- Played vital roles in training 25 new Aviation Operations Specialists, sharing knowledge of best practices through mentoring and hands-on guidance.
- Handled emergency situations calmly under pressure, coordinating swift resolutions that prioritized safety and minimized potential consequences.
- Coordinated closely with external agencies such as air traffic control and customs officials, fostering positive working relationships that improved overall efficiency by 60%.
- Streamlined aviation operations by developing and implementing efficient standard operating procedures.
- Collaborated with maintenance crews and air traffic control to resolve problems and facilitate seamless operations.
U.S. Army Active Duty
Multichannel Transmission Systems Operator
07.1998 - 06.2003
Job overview
- Enhanced communication efficiency 15% by managing and operating multichannel transmission systems.
- Ensured reliable data transmission for mission success by troubleshooting and repairing complex signal equipment.
- Streamlined operations with installation, operation, and maintenance of tactical communications systems.
- Improved network performance 19% by conducting thorough inspections on satellite communication systems.
- Contributed to mission success through precise execution of assigned tasks as Multichannel Transmission Systems Operator.
- Guaranteed smooth information flow during critical missions by skillfully utilizing secure voice/data networks in various operational settings.
- Facilitated seamless integration of new technology into existing infrastructure through extensive research, testing, and evaluation processes prior to implementation.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility in response to changing mission requirements, effectively adjusting communication strategies as needed.
- Installed and maintained 9 systems and analyzed 250 users' needs.
- Tested equipment and circuits using various tools such as standard hand tools and network diagnostic tools.
- Monitored and analyzed system performance, to include network traffic, security and capacity.
- Communicated effectively with vendors to determine pricing and technical specifications for available hardware, software and services.
Education
New Orleans Baptist Theological SeminaryNew Orleans, LA
Bachelor of Science from Biblical Studies
06.2014
University Overview
- 2.9 GPA
Tulane UniversityNew Orleans, LA
Bachelor of Arts from Criminal Justice
05.2010
University Overview
- 3.0 GPA
Skills
- Candidate Screening
- Administrative Skills
- Recruiting and Sourcing
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Administrative Support
- Training and Onboarding
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Warehouse Operations
- Transportation Planning
- Warehouse Management
- Incident Reporting
- Strategic Planning
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Inventory Tracking
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Transportation Coordination
- DOT Compliance
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Managing schedules
- Aviation operation systems
- Ground Support Coordination
- Ground crew coordination
- Dispatching
- Weather report interpretation
- Crew Resource Management
- Flight plan development
- Weather Monitoring
- Flight Scheduling
- Airport Security
- Air traffic control
- Aviation Safety
- Safety Management
- Emergency Response
- Schedule oversight
- Microsoft Software Expertise
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
- Motivating students
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Positive Role Model and Mentor
- Public Speaking
- Growth Mindset
- Classroom Instruction
- Child Development
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student assessment
- Group Instruction
- Student needs assessment
- Testing and grading
- Student evaluations
- Standardized Testing
- Test Grading
- Test Proctoring
- Satellite Communications
- Network configuration
- Hardware Installation
- Security clearance
- Data transmission
- Signal Processing
- Technical Documentation
- Microsoft SQL Server
- Preventive Maintenance Management
- Equipment installation and maintenance
- Wireless communication installations
- Software configuration
Affiliations
Affiliations
- NAACP
- Veritas Commune
- Hiram King Tyre Grand Lodge
Certification
- Certified Casualty Assistance Noncommissioned Officer, [U.S. Army] - [April 2022]
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR)Training (American Heart Association - [October 2023-October 2025]
- Army Station Commander Certification - [March 2021]
- Ministerial Ordination, [Church of Christ Holiness USA] - [May 2019]
- Licensed [Gospel Minister] - [September 2014]
- Army Senior Leaders Course (SLC), [U.S. Army Recruiting Command] - [February 2017]
- Army Recruiting Course Training - [December 2012]
- Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course (BNCOC)Training - [December 2007]
- Warrior Leaders Course (WLC) Training - [April 2007]
Timeline
U.S. Army Recruiter
U.S. Army Recruiting Command
01.2013 - Current
Transportation Management Coordinator
U.S. Army Reserve Command
01.2010 - 12.2012
Aviation Operations Specialist
U.S. Army Active Duty
07.2003 - 12.2009
Multichannel Transmission Systems Operator
U.S. Army Active Duty
07.1998 - 06.2003
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Science from Biblical Studies
Tulane University
Bachelor of Arts from Criminal Justice
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Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 25-50 staff members.
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