Kristopher Aguirre
Niskayuna ,Ny
Summary
Dedicated United States Marine Corps veteran with 20 years of honorable service, including 13 years in recruiting and career recruiting. Proven leader with extensive experience in talent acquisition, training, operations, and team development. Skilled in building and leading high-performing teams, managing large-scale recruiting operations, and ensuring quality control in applicant processing. Recognized for driving mission success through innovative training techniques, operational efficiency, and mentorship.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Chief
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2023
- Managed processing and shipping of over 2,000 applicants to recruit training.
- Directed recruiting production, ensuring prospecting goals and mission success were achieved.
- Supervised and mentored recruiters, improving efficiency and effectiveness in meeting quotas.
Recruiter Instructor
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2023
- Led training programs for an entire recruiting station.
- Delivered platform instruction and developed training curricula to enhance recruiter performance.
- Mentored recruiters on prospecting, applicant management, and mission accomplishment.
Assistant Recruiting Instructor
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2023
- Trained and coached over 100 recruiters on advanced recruiting techniques.
- Provided both formal classroom instruction and impromptu coaching.
- Increased recruiter effectiveness and quota accomplishment through tailored training.
Eastern Recruiting Region Recruit Liaison Chief
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2023
- Oversaw all recruit processing for the entire East Coast.
- Managed naturalization process for recruits who were permanent residents.
- Coordinated with multiple agencies to ensure smooth transition of applicants to recruit training.
Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) Liaison
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2023
- Conducted applicant processing, quality control, and final enlistment verification.
- Ensured all applicants met required qualifications before shipping to training.
- Coordinated with applicants, recruiters, and MEPS staff to resolve issues.
Station Commander
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2023
- Commanded recruiting operations across 3 counties.
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated Marine recruiters to meet and exceed mission quotas.
- Built community relationships to identify and engage qualified applicants.
- Oversaw applicant management from enlistment to shipping.
Small Arms Repair Technician
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2023
- Maintained, repaired, and inspected a wide range of Marine Corps weapon systems.
- Ensured operational readiness and safety of equipment critical to mission success.
Education
Advanced Recruiting Training Courses - Leadership, Management, and Instructor Development Programs, Operations & Strategic Planning Training
United States Marine Corps
Skills
- Talent Acquisition & Recruiting Strategy
- Leadership & Team Development
- Operations Management
- Training & Instruction (Platform & Impromptu)
- Quality Control & Compliance
- Applicant Processing & Onboarding
- Strategic Planning & Mission Execution
- Public Speaking & Presentation Skills
Awards
- Multiple commendations for excellence in recruiting, leadership, and mission success
- Recognized for outstanding contributions as a Recruit Liaison Chief and Station Commander
Timeline
Operations Chief
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2023
Recruiter Instructor
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2023
Assistant Recruiting Instructor
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2023
Eastern Recruiting Region Recruit Liaison Chief
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2023
Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) Liaison
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2023
Station Commander
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2023
Small Arms Repair Technician
United States Marine Corps
01.2003 - 01.2023
Advanced Recruiting Training Courses - Leadership, Management, and Instructor Development Programs, Operations & Strategic Planning Training
United States Marine Corps
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