Kristopher Ingram
Cedar Hill,TX
Summary
Versatile manager with background in coordinating diverse teams and managing complex projects. Skilled in strategic planning, operational improvement, and fostering collaborative environments. Demonstrated ability to enhance efficiency and productivity while maintaining high standards of excellence. Success implementing innovative solutions that consistently result in positive organizational change.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Administrator
Texas Military Department
Huntsville, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Achieved and maintained the highest standards of performance by proactively advising, guiding, and training Soldiers on best practices, standard operating procedures, and overseeing all required HR training.
- Assisted in the development of performance management systems, including goal setting, performance reviews, corrective action plans, and disciplinary procedures.
- Coordinated employee benefits programs, including health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans.
- Served as the E3B Project Manager for over 18 months, serving as a liaison between the United States Army Maneuver Center of Excellence and the state, facilitating the E3B event for over 500 soldiers.
Battalion Senior Logistician
Texas Military Department
Fort Worth, TX
12.2019 - 04.2023
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning, and support operational decision-making; served as the senior logistical advisor to the Battalion Commander.
- Communicated with federal agencies and other organizations to coordinate the transportation of personnel and equipment, both across the state and internationally.
- Prepared annual budgets based on past and projected expenses associated with all logistical activities; continually reevaluated and refined forecasts, minimizing unnecessary expenses, while maximizing efficiency.
- Briefed at the Battalion and Division levels, the operational readiness of over $148M worth of Battalion equipment facilitated the turn-in and issue of new equipment while serving as the liaison between USP&FO and the Supply Sergeants at the company level.
Brigade Project Manager
Texas Military Department
Fort Worth, TX
10.2017 - 11.2019
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously; As the Brigade NET Fielding NCOIC, served as the liaison between the USP&FO and the battalions within the Brigade.
- Implemented change management processes to the overall project scope to keep projects up-to-date and meet all performance gates.
- Forecasted, scheduled, and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, facility availability, and land availability, while maintaining cost efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with leaders at all echelons of the state and federal government to ensure project goals were met on time and within budget.
Senior Regional Recruiter
Heartland Dental
Effingham, IL
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Managed a group of five recruiters spread among three massive regions, spanning 11 states, from California to Mississippi.
- Developed partnerships with hiring managers nationwide to identify recruitment needs, and fostered relationships with multiple universities and trade schools, presented several times per year.
- Oversaw candidate activity in the Applicant Tracking System to streamline recruitment processes; leveraged CRM software to identify patterns and enhance retention strategies.
- Worked with senior leadership to develop comprehensive recruitment strategies for long-term implementation.
Talent Acquisition Manager
Southwestern Medical Center
Lawton, OK
09.2014 - 09.2016
- Acquired extensive knowledge of Human Resources practices, mastered the utilization of HRIS software (iCIMS, PeopleSoft, and several internal programs), and databases to source applicants.
- Considered an expert in recruitment, retention practices, and mentorship of current team members; helped decrease 90-day turnover and maintain over 80% retention of new hires.
- Full-cycle recruiting specialist managing every step of the process, from initial calls to applicants through their onboarding and orientation process; averaged over 25 requisitions per month.
- Non-Clinical Team Member of the Year in 2015
Sergeant First Class, Infantryman
Texas Army National Guard
Huntsville, TX
03.2009 - Current
- Graduated from Ranger School, one of the top leadership schools across the military, and is Pathfinder, Mountaineer, Jumpmaster, and Air Assault qualified.
- Led hundreds of soldiers over a 16-year career, spanning 3 continents, 11 countries, and 2 combat deployments, and 2 humanitarian missions.
- Trained in advanced marksmanship training with various weapons systems; member of the Governor's Twenty for Rifle Excellence.
Education
MBA -
Cameron University
Lawton, OK12-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
University of Hawaii
Honolulu, HI05-2012
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Systems implementation
- Project tracking
- Workforce training
- Human resources operations
- Personnel information systems
- Talent management
- Organizational leadership
Timeline
Unit Administrator
Texas Military Department
05.2023 - Current
Battalion Senior Logistician
Texas Military Department
12.2019 - 04.2023
Brigade Project Manager
Texas Military Department
10.2017 - 11.2019
Senior Regional Recruiter
Heartland Dental
09.2016 - 09.2017
Talent Acquisition Manager
Southwestern Medical Center
09.2014 - 09.2016
Sergeant First Class, Infantryman
Texas Army National Guard
03.2009 - Current
MBA -
Cameron University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
University of Hawaii
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