Martin Guardado
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Air Force Reserve Command, enhancing recruitment strategies and elevating talent acquisition through innovative social media recruiting and robust candidate sourcing. Excelled in coaching, fostering teamwork, and collaboration, significantly improving retention rates. Expertise in applicant tracking systems and negotiation, driving recruitment success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recruitment Manager
Air Force Reserve Command
09.2022 - Current
- Analyzed recruitment metrics regularly to identify areas of opportunity for improvement, implementing necessary adjustments to enhance overall performance.
- Designed, developed, and implemented successful recruitment process to fill more than 150 vacancies each year.
- Met with managers to discuss vacancies, applicant qualifications, and characteristics of top candidates.
- Collaborated with marketing team members to create engaging job advertisements that accurately represented company values and attracted suitable applicants.
- Mentored junior recruiters in best practices and strategies for sourcing top talent, contributing to team growth and development.
- Promoted continuous improvement by soliciting feedback from candidates and hiring managers post-hire, identifying opportunities to enhance recruitment process.
Recruiter Specialist
Air Force Reserve Command
11.2019 - 08.2022
- Developed strong relationships with hiring managers, leading to more efficient communication and better understanding of their needs for open positions.
- Improved overall candidate experience through consistent communication, personalized support, and thorough follow-ups during the hiring process.
- Maintained detailed records of candidate interactions and interview notes, aiding in future decision-making processes for similar roles.
- Collaborated with HR department to ensure smooth onboarding processes for new employees, facilitating seamless integration into company culture.
- Trained new team members on recruitment best practices, ensuring a high level of competency within the team.
- Established partnerships with universities and professional organizations to expand company''s talent pool and attract top candidates.
Recruitment Consultant
Air Force Reserve Command
08.2017 - 10.2019
- Built strong relationships with clients through regular communication and understanding their unique needs.
- Coordinated interviews between clients and candidates to ensure seamless scheduling and communication throughout the process.
- Expanded the company''s talent pool by actively sourcing candidates through networking events, job boards, and social media platforms.
- Achieved high retention rates by placing candidates in roles that aligned with their skills, interests, and long-term career goals.
Recruitment Consultant
Air Force Reserve Command
09.2014 - 07.2017
- Improved client satisfaction by consistently providing high-quality candidates for various positions.
- Conducted comprehensive candidate screenings to assess skills, experience, and fit for specific roles.
- Continuously monitored industry trends to stay current on market conditions affecting talent acquisition strategies.
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
Recruiter Specialist
Air Force Recruiting Service
02.2009 - 08.2014
- Hired employees and initiated new hire paperwork process.
- Placed advertisements, evaluated applicant credentials, conducted initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
- Pioneered use of social media for talent acquisition, broadening reach of recruitment efforts.
- Coordinated and hosted successful career fairs, connecting diverse pool of candidates with potential employment opportunities.
Education
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Trident University International
Cypress, CA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Park University
Kansas City, MO05-2016
Associate of Science - Human Resources Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL12-2008
Skills
- Talent Acquisition
- Social Media Recruiting
- Interviewing abilities
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Candidate Sourcing
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Problem-Solving
- Recruitment and hiring
- Negotiation Tactics
- Company Leadership
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Accomplishments
- Garnished top 50 Recruiter National award 2015-2022.
- Earned two Century Club National awards 2017, 2019.
- Awarded top Western Regional Lead Recruiter in 2017.
- Received top Western Regional Recruiter award in 2015.
Certification
IMPACT Selling Skills Certification.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Recruitment Manager
Air Force Reserve Command
09.2022 - Current
Recruiter Specialist
Air Force Reserve Command
11.2019 - 08.2022
Recruitment Consultant
Air Force Reserve Command
08.2017 - 10.2019
Recruitment Consultant
Air Force Reserve Command
09.2014 - 07.2017
Recruiter Specialist
Air Force Recruiting Service
02.2009 - 08.2014
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Trident University International
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Park University
Associate of Science - Human Resources Management
Community College of The Air Force
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