MICHAEL JOHNSON
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Experienced Talent Acquisition Manager and U.S. Navy Veteran with 12 years of service, specializing in operations management, technical systems maintenance, and team leadership. Proven ability to lead diverse teams, manage high-value assets, and ensure operational excellence under pressure. Adept at translating military skills to meet the demands of civilian industries, particularly in technology and logistics sectors. Holds an active Secret Security Clearance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Manager
United States Navy, USN
08.2019 - Current
- Successfully recruited more than 150 candidates into different career fields in the Navy, maintaining the achievement of a quarterly increase of 25% above the monthly recruit accession goals throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Conducted 200 in-depth interviews, aptitude tests, and background checks on a yearly basis, ensuring 100% compliance with Navy standards and thereby contributing to an increase in the quality of new recruits.
- Built relationships with more than 20 local high schools, colleges, and community organizations. Yield increased 30% in qualified applicants, despite remote learning and restricted access.
- Provided career counseling tailored to more than 300 prospects, transitioning leads or recruits by matching their skills and aspirations with Navy career opportunities; their conversion rate increased by 40%.
- Spearheaded the pivot of community outreach events to virtual platforms during the pandemic and, in so doing, have kept audiences engaged and yield 15% more leads than the traditional approach.
- Train and mentor a team of 5 junior recruiters that improved their overall recruitment success by 20% within six months despite the challenges of a remote working environment.
- Managed all the administrative functions of over 150 enlistments per year, processed paperwork in a timely and accurate manner, and coordinated with medical and legal teams. Resulting performance: 95% on-time enlistments.
- Leverage the power of social media and other digital platforms to engage recruits. Results: online inquiries increased by 50%, applicant conversions by 20%.
Operations Manager
United States Navy, USN
05.2012 - 08.2019
- Managed $1M in assets and a $250K+ budget; led planning, HR, logistics, and operations for 200 personnel, ensuring efficient candidate management.
- Corrected 36 system faults, ensuring critical air defense coverage and surpassing target detection ranges; achieved 100% success in final training events.
- Led 25 drills and trained 83 personnel in advanced procedures, enhancing team cohesion and department cultural awareness.
- Supervised 1.5K+ maintenance checks and resolved 80+ equipment faults; played a key role in repairing power supply systems to maintain operational readiness.
- Participated in radar and computer systems training, providing crucial support during high-pressure situations and ensuring unit safety.
- Performed preventative maintenance and diagnostics on munition systems, ensuring system readiness and providing real-time status reports.
- Served on the Damage Control Training team, conducting evaluations to uphold security measures and performing critical fault analysis and repairs.
- Established and maintained communication systems, implemented security protocols, and ensured rapid response to equipment malfunctions.
- Created a standardized spreadsheet to track unit readiness, improving data accuracy and enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Valdosta High School
Valdosta, GA12.2024
Computer Operator - Computer Operator
US Department of Labor
06.2023
Counselor( Professional &Kindred) - Counselor( Professional &Kindred)
US Department of Labor
10.2022
Associate of Arts - Electronics
Coastline Community College
Fountain Valley, CA06.2016
Skills
- Software: Microsoft Office Suite 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Google Workspace: Gmail, Calendar, Contacts, Meet, and Chat
- Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows
- Candidate Sourcing
- Data-driven decision-making
- Recruitment
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Salesforce utilization
Awards
- Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
- Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Manager
United States Navy, USN
08.2019 - Current
Operations Manager
United States Navy, USN
05.2012 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Valdosta High School
Computer Operator - Computer Operator
US Department of Labor
Counselor( Professional &Kindred) - Counselor( Professional &Kindred)
US Department of Labor
Associate of Arts - Electronics
Coastline Community College
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