Jerred Truman
Suffolk,VA
Summary
Results-oriented Senior Talent Acquisition Manager experienced in recruitment within competitive job markets. Developed and executed strategic marketing initiatives to enhance candidate sourcing for military and civilian sectors, achieving diverse talent acquisition goals. Fostered collaboration with businesses and educational institutions, provided mentorship and training, and ensured compliance with hiring regulations, contributing to improved staffing efficiency and personnel management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruiting Assessment Selection Program Analyst
People, Technology and Processes, LLC
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2025 - Current
- CANDIDATE SOURCING: Created an effective recruiting strategy to attract new hires. Analyzed current marketing strategies and data to determine the best course of action to meet the needs of the underserved military commands.
- ONBOARDING PROCESSES: Managed the onboarding process for all new hires to include completing paperwork and health screenings. Gathered, organized and processed documents to ensure a smooth transition. Served as the liaison between new hires and upper military personnel. Tracked and mentored new hires for the first 60 days.
- RECRUITMENT: Managed all phases of recruitment process. Led interview, selection, and screening for potential new hires. Identified and implemented effective recruiting methods aligned with industry standards and organizational needs.
- HIRING REGULATIONS: Review of previous and current NAVADMINs, MILPERSMAN articles, instructions, and other documents pertaining to Billet Based Distribution (BBD) and Navy detailing. Assist with update and coordination of MILPERSMAN Article 1306-986 and 1306-1005. Verify accuracy of orders for incoming personnel. Request order modification through the AMM in the event correction are required.
- Hours: Full-time/ 40
- Salary: 73,000
- Supervisor: Dan Schroeder (757) 763-4454
RASM Analyst, Recruitment, Assessment, Selection and Manning
RMGS
Virginia Beach, VA
01.2024 - 08.2025
- STAFFING AND RECRUITMENT: Established correspondence with potential candidates for screening and selection. Received applications and assessed against MILPERSMAN Articles for eligibility. Update screening orders tracker to reflect candidate package status. Provided tracker updates to Manning Manager, recording and flagging requests, and updated status location of package with dates to assure processing. Develop reports to analyze and track programs with key data points such as applications, timelines, and reasons for favorable and unfavorable screenings. Identify ineligible personnel document and track reasons for ineligibility. Organized board for the interviewing of mission critical candidates.
- COORDINATION: Coordinated with Medical, Psychology, Identity Management, and respective Commands Department Heads and Leading Chief Petty Officers. Tracked, updated, and flagged command rotation dates using RAS business rules, recommending necessary adjustments for billets to align with tentative projected gains and ISTOP initiative. Participated in Bi-Coastal Sync meetings with contractors and RASM Director.
- HIRING REGULATIONS: Review of previous and current NAVADMINs, MILPERSMAN articles, instructions, and other documents pertaining to Billet Based Distribution (BBD) and Navy detailing. Assist with update and coordination of MILPERSMAN Article 1306-986 and 1306-1005. Verify accuracy of orders for incoming personnel. Request order modification through the AMM in the event correction are required.
- Managed tracking of incoming personnel records to ensure qualification for required courses.: Review incoming personnel FLTMPs records to validate which courses are required for candidates in-route. Track/manage/request through Command Career Counselor and AMM command approved 1306-92 and 1306-7 for extensions, retours, release to screen actions.
- Hours: Full-time/ 40
- Salary: 58,000
- Supervisor: Dan Schroeder (757) 763-4454
Assistant Director, Recruiting and Onboarding
United States Navy
Hampton Roads, Virginia
05.2020 - 11.2023
- LEADERSHIP: Supervised 11 additional recruiters for the Northeast Region. Evaluated work performances yearly and advised on professional development and additional training. Hand selected to be the lead Train the Recruiter to address concerns with local market for Hampton Roads region to ensure maximum productivity, resulting in 50% increase in new attainments.
- STAFFING AND RECRUITMENT: Recruited new personnel meeting and exceeding 100% of quarterly recruitment goals set by Department of Navy. Maintained a 0% attrition rate by actively engaging with new personnel throughout their onboarding process. Communicated systematically with prospective personnel through phone, email, social media, and face-to-face interactions. Developed and implemented strategic recruitment plans for qualified personnel leading to a 138% recruitment goal for the Hampton Roads region.
- ONBOARDING OF NEW PERSONNEL: Interviewed potential candidates to ensure that new personnel are qualified for the position within the Naval Reserves. Advised on new potential career opportunities that were available based on current qualifications and education. Tracked and reviewed all documentation for new personnel to include medical screening, signing of contract, and training. Recorded all steps of the onboarding process through Salesforce and the Military Entry Processing Station. Utilized Pride Mod II to monitor all training and compliance with a specified contract.
- DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Monitored compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity and Department of Navy regulations in all recruiting aspects. Conducted analysis of data trends to encourage recruiters to engage with applicants from underutilized markets. Implemented recruitment practices designed to broaden the diverse candidate pool. Ensured that selection criteria are considered for candidates without exclusion based on religion, gender, race, or ethnicity. Led the Diversity and Inclusion Team responsible for the monthly cultural awareness trainings to promote equality in the office as well as in the United States Navy. Facilitated weekly open dialogue with personnel and senior leadership concerning any current issues with bias in recruitment or office environment, looking for patterns for potential discrimination. Conducted sensitivity training as needed to address discrimination issues.
- Advised new personnel on reenlistment benefits in Naval Reserves, including medical and Tricare benefits, federal retirement plans (TSP), and education benefits. Motivated personnel to utilize education benefits such as Tuition Assistance, GI Bill, and Pell Grants for career advancement.
- Collaborated with community partners, including colleges, universities, and employment agencies, to promote benefits of joining Naval Reserves, enhancing public perception of United States Navy.
- HIRING REGULATIONS: Served as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all recruitment and hiring practices for the Department of Navy. Provided support in the evaluation and selection of personnel to determine the career pathway within the reserves based on current qualifications. Generated formal letters and decision notifications to be sent to new personnel. Supervised additional recruiters to ensure that the department met auditing guidelines yearly in respect to submission of required paperwork in accordance with federal guidelines.
- PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT: Evaluated work performance for 11 personnel and wrote annual evaluations for each. Identified strengths and weaknesses within the department based on personnel evaluations and human resources metrics and data analysis. Advised on additional professional and personal development to address areas of concern. Facilitated training on human resources related topics to include Diversity and Inclusion, Interpersonal Skills, and Employee Relations. Recommended quarterly awards and recognition for superior performance, leading to 5 promotions for individuals.
- HUMAN RESOURCES DATABASE (HRIS): Monitored new personnel package including developing reports in Salesforce to track required paperwork and communication records. Tracked data and success metrics through Salesforce applications and reports. Defined weekly departmental milestones to meet and exceed recruitment goals based on previous weeks attainment.
- Facilitated training on human resources topics such as Drug and Alcohol Awareness, Sexual Assault Response, and Suicide Prevention. Encouraged personnel to enroll in USMAP to document recruiting activities, resulting in certifications by Department of Labor.
- COMMUNICATION: Presented to senior leadership daily reports to inform about recruitment numbers. Advised on new recruitment goals and marketing strategies monthly. Participated as a main speaker at recruitment events including Transition Assistance Program briefs (+200 personnel), command briefs (40 personnel), and college fairs (100 + potential candidates).
- Key Accomplishments: Achieved 200% attainment goal for the 2021-2022 fiscal year.
- Hours: Full-time/ 40
- Salary: 72,000
- Supervisor: Larry Dixon, (757)232-1660, larry.dixon@navy.mil, may contact
Lead Recruiter
United States Navy
Clarksville, TN
11.2018 - 05.2020
- LEADERSHIP: Supervised 4 recruiters for middle Tennessee region to include major metropolitan areas of Nashville, Clarksville, and southwest counties in Kentucky. Assigned recruiters to equal areas of responsibility to include high school and colleges to best find eligible candidates for enlistment in the Navy. Assessed each recruiter's strengths and weaknesses and developed individualized recruiting goals ensuring success of the recruiter and department. Assigned recruiting tasks based on individual strengths. Trained and mentored personnel leading to one promotion.
- STRATEGIC MARKETING: Implemented innovative marketing plans to increase recruitment numbers by 25% for the region. Analyzed All Service Assessment Data to determine underserved demographic and geographic areas within the region. Engaged with local businesses and community partners for grassroots marketing campaign to spread awareness of Navy as a career option. Volunteered at local events, highlighting a positive image for the Navy. Attended and participated in college job fairs and recruiting sessions.
- ONBOARDING PROCESSES: Facilitated onboarding with the Military Entry Processing Station, ensuring candidate fit. Maintained a monthly pool of 25+ applicants in the Delayed Entry Program. Engaged new personnel with weekly touchpoints, providing face-to-face instruction and 1:1 meetings with recruiters. Encouraged participation in physical readiness and referral incentive programs, preparing candidates for naval basic training.
- COMMUNICATION: Informed senior leadership daily on status updates of applicants at the Military Enlisted Processing Center from 13 recruiting offices covering Tennessee, Kentucky, and Arkansas. Presented monthly PowerPoint briefs to senior leaders showing how we accomplished the current goal and the plans for future success. Collaborated with the Navy Military Entry Processing Station during the offer process, identifying incentives and bonuses, start dates, and other pertinent details for personnel contracts.
- HUMAN RESOURCES POLICIES: Ensured compliance with federal and Department of Defense policies and regulations to include Equal Employment Opportunity. Trained personnel on Drug and Alcohol Awareness, Sexual Assault Response, and Suicide Prevention and Awareness.
- Hours: Full-time/ 40
- Salary: 65,000
- Supervisor: Chief Mark Crawn, (919) 625-6298, mark.crawn@gmail.com, may contact
Recruiter and Career Counselor
United States Navy
Norfolk, VA
12.2014 - 11.2018
- Recruited candidates for United States Navy and Naval Reserves in MidAtlantic region, ensuring compliance with Department of Defense guidelines during screening and selection process.
- MARKETING STRATEGIES: Promoted the United States Navy's reputation as a good continuation of employment through weekly transition presentations at Fleet and Family Support Center to over 200 transitioning service members.
- MARKETING STRATEGIES: Promoted the United States Navys reputation as a good continuation of employment through weekly transition presentations at Fleet and Family Support Center to over 200 transitioning service members.
- Hours: Full-time/ 40
- Salary: 58,000
- Supervisor: Larry Dixon, (757)232-1660, larry.dixon@navy.mil, may contact
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
St. Leo University
St. Leo, FloridaSkills
- Software: Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Adobe Pro, Microsoft Teams, ADP, Salesforce, Zoom
- Recruitment analytics
- HRIS reporting
- Policy compliance
- Applicant screening
Security clearance
- Security Clearance (2029)
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:
- Key Performance Indicators
- Quality Assurance
- Emotional Intelligence
- Candidate Assessment
- Problem Solving
- Policy Implementation
- Data Analysis
- Customer Relations
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Recruiting Assessment Selection Program Analyst
People, Technology and Processes, LLC
08.2025 - Current
RASM Analyst, Recruitment, Assessment, Selection and Manning
RMGS
01.2024 - 08.2025
Assistant Director, Recruiting and Onboarding
United States Navy
05.2020 - 11.2023
Lead Recruiter
United States Navy
11.2018 - 05.2020
Recruiter and Career Counselor
United States Navy
12.2014 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
St. Leo University