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James Pierce

Breckenridge,TX

Summary

Military Service Representative served community through outreach and recruiting of individuals. Visited schools to deliver presentations and answer questions about uniform services. Educated interested individuals on different military roles and types of jobs available. 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. Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing manufacturing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Recruiting Station Assistant Commander

United States Marine Corps
01.2022 - Current
  • 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.
  • Responded to calls and emails from interested candidates quickly and scheduled appointments for in-person meetings.
  • Maintained recruits in Delayed Entry Program (DEP), educating on military customs and courtesies and administering PT exercises and tests.
  • Exceeded quota provided by headquarters by contracting 100% of the eligible applicants during fiscal year.
  • 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.
  • Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
  • Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Planned, monitored and appraised employee work results by training managers to coach and discipline employees.

Program Manager

United States Marine Corps
09.2021 - 01.2022
  • Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
  • Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
  • Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
  • Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
  • Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
  • Facilitated workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate team members.
  • Collaborated with business leadership to set priorities based on business needs, resource capacity and risk exposure.
  • Leveraged project management processes and tools to define and execute 100% of the field training projects assigned.
  • Established milestones and objectives based on input from functional areas and stakeholders.
  • Worked with subject matter experts to develop and implement mentoring programs to promote better learner experiences.
  • Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums and analytical reports for clients.
  • Built teams to address project goals and objectives for multiple projects.
  • Designed and developed programs and projects for dissemination to personnel.

First Line Supervisor

United States Marine Corps
06.2019 - 09.2021
  • Scheduled operators, monitored attendance and documented infractions.
  • Reviewed work to assess quality and compliance with production standards.
  • Performed material counts and full inventory audits.
  • Achieved production targets on regular basis by carefully managing processes.
  • Used CRM tracking systems to stay up to date on resource levels and procure new supplies.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
  • Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.

Military Communications Chief

United States Marine Corps
10.2016 - 06.2019
  • Inspected communications units to determine equipment and operational readiness, maintaining 80% equipment readiness at all times.
  • Directed embarkation of communications equipment, supplies and personnel.
  • Composed Major Subordinate Element (MSE) communication plans.
  • Oversaw personnel maintaining, operating and installing communication, transmission and data communication center facilities.
  • Provided operational, budgeting and administration support in order to establish procedures and supervise communication functions.
  • Created and implemented internal and external communication plans to establish consistent and timely messaging.
  • Developed and implemented short- and long-term communications strategies.

Military Radio Chief

United States Marine Corps
09.2015 - 10.2016
  • Set up and tested equipment prior to training evolutions.
  • Set up, maintained and operated communications equipment and performed troubleshooting and audio system breakdowns for field environments.
  • Enhanced communications capabilities by implementing structured communications diagrams for each area of operation.
  • Managed and tracked 15 million dollars' worth of communications equipment in accordance with unit standard operating procedures, maintaining 100% accountability at all times.

Oilfield Supply Salesman

Knox Oilfield Supply
05.2014 - 02.2015
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
  • Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.

Oilfield Supply Salesman

Knox Oilfield Supply
12.2013 - 05.2014
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
  • Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sports Management

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2025

Certificate - Data Analytics

Marine Corps University
Quantico, VA
04.2022

Certificate - Communication Studies

Marine Corps University
Quantico, VA
04.2022

Certificate - Interviewing And Counseling

Marine Corps University
Quantico, VA
04.2022

Certificate - Sales Management

Marine Corps University
Quantico, VA
04.2022

Certificate - Human Resources Management

Marine Corps University
Quantico, VA
11.2021

Certificate - Organizational Leadership

Marine Corps University
Quantico, VA
08.2017

Certificate - Operational Risk Assessment

Marine Corps University
Quantico, VA
08.2017

Skills

  • File Management
  • Recruitment Management
  • Adaptable to Changing Conditions
  • Employee and Applicant Assessment
  • Conduct Orientations and Training
  • In-Person and Telephone Interviewing
  • Sort and Vet Applicants
  • Applicant Screening
  • Coordinate Recruitment Strategies
  • Product Sales
  • Retention Program Development
  • Database Maintenance
  • Microsoft Office
  • Training Development and Execution
  • Networking and Partnership Development
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Eligibility Determinations
  • Delegate Assignments
  • Military Operations
  • Assess Security
  • Screening Personnel
  • Leadership

Timeline

Recruiting Station Assistant Commander

United States Marine Corps
01.2022 - Current

Program Manager

United States Marine Corps
09.2021 - 01.2022

First Line Supervisor

United States Marine Corps
06.2019 - 09.2021

Military Communications Chief

United States Marine Corps
10.2016 - 06.2019

Military Radio Chief

United States Marine Corps
09.2015 - 10.2016

Oilfield Supply Salesman

Knox Oilfield Supply
05.2014 - 02.2015

Oilfield Supply Salesman

Knox Oilfield Supply
12.2013 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Science - Sports Management

Grand Canyon University

Certificate - Data Analytics

Marine Corps University

Certificate - Communication Studies

Marine Corps University

Certificate - Interviewing And Counseling

Marine Corps University

Certificate - Sales Management

Marine Corps University

Certificate - Human Resources Management

Marine Corps University

Certificate - Organizational Leadership

Marine Corps University

Certificate - Operational Risk Assessment

Marine Corps University
James Pierce