Joseph Lewis

• Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
• Monitored recruitment metrics to identify areas for improvement and implemented changes accordingly.
• Implemented sourcing strategies to discover top talent in competitive markets.
• Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
• Provided exceptional customer service to both candidates and clients, fostering long-term partnerships.
• Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.

• Maintained a clean, safe, and inviting atmosphere for customers to enjoy their coffee experience.
• Boosted sales with innovative marketing strategies, including social media campaigns and local partnerships.
• Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal functionality, reducing downtime due to malfunctions.
• Collaborated with local artists to showcase artwork in the coffee shop, fostering community engagement.
• Established clear communication channels amongst staff members, fostering teamwork while ensuring efficient day-to-day operations.
• Regularly reviewed industry trends and competitor activity to identify potential opportunities for growth or improvement within the business.

Developed creative recruiting strategies that met anticipated staffing needs.

• Conducted reference and background checks on all job applicants.
• Communicated the duties, compensation, benefits and working conditions to all potential candidates.
• Managed all phases of recruitment, including defining hiring management needs and posting available positions.
• Contacted all job applicants to inform them of their application status.
• Researched and recommended new sources for candidate recruiting.
• Built social networks to find qualified candidates.
• Thoroughly explained the employee handbook during new employee orientations.
• Maintained an accurate candidate tracking system.
• Guided candidates through in-house computer testing.
• Conducted more than 200 interviews each year.

Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

- Oversaw installation and operation of battlefield communications network for node center site during Operation Iraqi Freedom One

- Made CATV cable and then installed VoIP network

- Supervised troubleshooting of the network to include the Joint Network Node and High Capacity Line of Site

- Working knowledge of routing protocol such as OSPF

- Responsible for approximately 10 million dollars of network equipment supplies

- Assistant Company Information Management Officer to set-up secure and non-secure Internet accounts for end-users

- Oversaw three detachment supply Sergeants to ensure operations was within regulations

- Worked with contractors and Iraqi civilians to obtain materials and network supplies needed for operations

- Accredited with line of site communications working during hostile situations resulting in a 98% effective rate

- Experienced in installation and operation and maintenance of DGM and MSE equipment with secure device interface

- Entrusted with military secret encrypted devices

- Hands on experience with single and multi channel radio systems, secret communication storage devices and remote antenna systems

- Strong working knowledge SBCB2 KU Band satellite for battlefield email and military communications

- Limited knowledge of RIPv1, EIGRP