Harris Brown
Plymouth Meeting,PA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with 7 years of progressive leadership and human resources experience, including strategic talent acquisition, personnel training, and operational oversight. Proven track record of driving organizational growth through talent management, process improvement, and high-impact training programs. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, optimizing human resources workflows, and ensuring regulatory compliance in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, with a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Army Recruiter
U.S. Army Recruiting Command
Plymouth Meeting, PA
10.2022 - Current
- Led full-cycle recruitment operations, successfully identifying and recruiting top-tier candidates to meet the Army's staffing needs.
- Conducted comprehensive applicant screening, including background checks and eligibility verifications, ensuring full compliance with federal recruitment guidelines.
- Maintained recruitment data and tracked performance metrics, providing key insights to leadership that enhanced recruitment strategies and success rates.
- Consistently met and exceeded recruitment targets, contributing to the organization's workforce readiness and mission success.
- Assisted in onboarding of new hires by providing orientation materials and training sessions.
Senior Training Instructor
The Sabalauski Air Assault School
Fort Campbell, KY
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Trained and developed over 5,000 soldiers in specialized air assault operations, safety protocols, and leadership skills, ensuring operational excellence and mission readiness.
- Led a team of Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) in delivering comprehensive training programs while serving as the Senior Instructor, responsible for supervising and mentoring the team.
- Managed classrooms of over 300 students independently, ensuring quality instruction in both practical and theoretical environments.
- Played a pivotal role in curriculum development, contributing to the continuous improvement of training standards and procedures.
- Recognized with the Basic Army Instructor Badge for outstanding instructional leadership.
Squad Leader, Infantry
United States Army, 101st Airborne Division
Fort Campbell, KY
06.2017 - 02.2021
- Led a squad of infantry soldiers in complex tactical operations, demonstrating exceptional leadership, decision-making, and operational planning skills.
- Directed team training initiatives, enhancing combat readiness, tactical proficiency, and leadership development for squad members.
- Coordinated operations and missions in high-stress environments, ensuring seamless execution and achieving mission objectives.
- Mentored and developed junior soldiers, fostering a disciplined, resilient, and mission-focused team.
- Earned multiple commendations, including the Army Commendation Medal and Army Achievement Medals, for leadership and operational excellence.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
American Military University
05-2027
Bachelor of Business Administration -
American Military University
02.2025
Associate of Arts -
American Military University
01.2023
High School Diploma -
Itawamba Agricultural High School
Fulton, MS05-2017
Skills
- Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Strategies
- Leadership & Team Building
- Human Resources Operations & Policy Compliance
- Workforce Training & Development
- Data-Driven HR Metrics & Analysis
- Project Management & Process Optimization
- Risk Mitigation & Regulatory Compliance
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- HRIS & Payroll Systems
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Pre-Employment Screening
- Recruiting and Sourcing
- Self-Motivated Work Ethic
- Partnership Development
- Project Management
- Public Speaking
Certification
- Advanced Leadership Course, 2023
- Unit Prevention Leader, 2023
- Army Recruiting Course, 2022
- Common Faculty Development Instructor Course, 2021
- Rappel Master Course, 2021
- Air Assault Course, 2020
- Basic Leadership Course, 2020
Awards
- Army Commendation Medal (3)
- Army Achievement Medal (8)
- Army Good Conduct Medal (2)
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
- Army Service Ribbon
- Overseas Service Ribbon
- Basic Army Instructor Badge
- Army Recruiting Badge
- Commandant's List: Ranked 4th out of 121 in Advanced Leadership Course
- Commandant's List: Ranked 3rd out of 31 in Army Recruiting Course
- Commandant's List: Top 10% in Basic Leadership Course
- National Honor Society Inductee
- American Military University Dean's List
Security Clearance
Secret Security Clearance, U.S. Army
Timeline
Army Recruiter
U.S. Army Recruiting Command
10.2022 - Current
Senior Training Instructor
The Sabalauski Air Assault School
02.2021 - 02.2022
Squad Leader, Infantry
United States Army, 101st Airborne Division
06.2017 - 02.2021
- Advanced Leadership Course, 2023
- Unit Prevention Leader, 2023
- Army Recruiting Course, 2022
- Common Faculty Development Instructor Course, 2021
- Rappel Master Course, 2021
- Air Assault Course, 2020
- Basic Leadership Course, 2020
Master of Business Administration -
American Military University
Bachelor of Business Administration -
American Military University
Associate of Arts -
American Military University
High School Diploma -
Itawamba Agricultural High School
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