Jacob Brock
Broadview Heights,OH
Summary
With almost 20 years of dedicated experience in HR leadership, I specialize in crafting innovative workforce strategies and driving operational excellence. In my role as Senior Talent & Workforce Strategy Manager at the U.S. Army Recruiting Division (USARD), I was committed to fostering an inclusive and high-performing culture by aligning talent development with key organizational objectives. My expertise lies in spearheading enterprise-wide HR program management, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance and risk management. By focusing on data-driven decision-making and workforce optimization, I have consistently enabled teams to enhance operational efficiency and advance the organization's mission. I am passionate about collaborative leadership and empowering organizations to achieve their highest potential.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Talent Acquisition Specialist
US Army
Cleveland, OH
02.2024 - 04.2026
- Conducted comprehensive candidate screenings and interviews to identify top talent for various positions.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define role requirements and develop effective job descriptions.
- Coordinated onboarding processes, ensuring a smooth transition for new hires into the organization.
- Provided training and support to junior recruiters, enhancing team performance and efficiency in hiring practices.
Organizational Development Manager
US Army
Ft. Moore, GA
06.2021 - 02.2024
- Led organizational assessments to identify development needs and drive strategic initiatives.
- Established metrics to evaluate training effectiveness, driving continuous improvement in program delivery.
- Collaborated with leadership to design succession planning strategies for key positions within the organization.
Military Guidance Counselor
US Army
Cleveland, OH
03.2020 - 06.2021
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate client skills and interests, resulting in improved career matching success rates.
- Led training sessions for junior counselors on best practices in client engagement and counseling methodologies.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized career counseling and guidance.
- Developed career and education plans based on individual needs.
Regional Training Manager
US Army
Cleveland, OH
12.2017 - 03.2020
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for regional personnel.
- Coordinated logistics for training sessions, ensuring resource availability and participant engagement.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance skill sets and operational readiness among team members.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback collection and performance assessments.
Talent Acquisition Manager
US Army
Nashua, NH
08.2014 - 12.2017
- Led talent acquisition strategies to enhance recruitment processes and improve candidate quality.
- Developed and implemented training programs for junior recruiters, fostering professional growth and skill enhancement.
- Streamlined applicant tracking system usage, improving data accuracy and operational efficiency in recruitment workflows.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and needs.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends in talent acquisition, adapting strategies accordingly to attract top talent.
- Mentored staff on best practices in candidate engagement, enhancing overall candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
US Army
Dover, NH
03.2012 - 08.2014
- Utilized applicant tracking systems to streamline recruitment processes and maintain candidate databases.
- Cultivated relationships with external partners, including universities and industry organizations, to expand talent pipelines.
- Developed innovative sourcing strategies, including social media outreach and networking events, to attract diverse candidates.
Combat Engineer Squad Leader
US Army
07.2005 - 03.2012
- Designed and implemented explosives for demolition operations to enhance mission success.
- Conducted terrain analysis to assess operational feasibility for troop movements and equipment placement.
- Developed and executed training programs for junior soldiers on combat engineering techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with cross-functional units to integrate engineering solutions into broader military operations effectively.
- Mentored personnel in advanced combat engineering concepts, fostering professional growth and operational readiness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Post University
Waterbury, CT04-2019
Skills
- Applicant tracking systems
- Data-driven decision making
- Onboarding processes
- Candidate sourcing
- Building partnerships
- Persuasive sales techniques
- Interviewing techniques
- Career fair management
- Talent acquisition
- Recruitment management
Affiliations
- Military Order of the Purple Heart
- American Legion
- Veterans of Foreign Wars
Certification
- Processing Personnel Actions, Army Recruiter Course
- Analyze mission command systems, Senior Leader Course
- Processing Personnel Actions, Guidance Counselor Operations Course
- Healthcare Recruiter Course
- Master Recruiter Course
- Equal Employment Opportunity, Equal Employment Opportunity Course
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Specialist
US Army
02.2024 - 04.2026
Organizational Development Manager
US Army
06.2021 - 02.2024
Military Guidance Counselor
US Army
03.2020 - 06.2021
Regional Training Manager
US Army
12.2017 - 03.2020
Talent Acquisition Manager
US Army
08.2014 - 12.2017
Talent Acquisition Specialist
US Army
03.2012 - 08.2014
Combat Engineer Squad Leader
US Army
07.2005 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Post University