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Nicholas Arana

Wichita,KS

Summary

Goal-oriented recruiting professional motivated to achieve demanding targets under tight deadlines. Proficient in developing and overseeing diverse candidate pipelines, marketing plans and advertising strategies. Focused on using effective recruitment strategies and candidate pipelines to meet employment needs. Leverages traditional and online methods to bring in top talent.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

ARMY RECRUITER

US ARMY
08.2022 - Current
  • Increased candidate placements by developing and maintaining relationships with clients and candidates.
  • Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
  • Improved employee retention rates through thorough candidate screening and interview techniques.
  • Streamlined communication between candidates and hiring managers, leading to higher satisfaction on both sides.
  • Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
  • Negotiated competitive salary packages with candidates, resulting in successful offers and acceptances.
  • Trained junior recruiters on best practices, contributing to overall team success and improved efficiency.
  • Conducted comprehensive reference checks to ensure the credibility of potential hires before extending offers.
  • Created engaging job postings that accurately reflected position requirements while showcasing company culture.
  • Monitored recruitment metrics to identify areas for improvement and implemented changes accordingly.
  • Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
  • Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
  • Actively participated in industry conferences and networking events, keeping up-to-date on current trends and expanding professional network.
  • Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
  • Emphasized job benefits and perks to applicants to improve organization's attractiveness.

ARMY COMBAT ENGINEER

US ARMY
03.2015 - Current
  • Enhanced team efficiency by developing and implementing tactical plans for combat engineering tasks.
  • Maximized operational readiness with thorough equipment maintenance and repair procedures.
  • Improved safety measures by conducting risk assessments and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
  • Constructed durable bridges, roads, and field fortifications to facilitate troop movements and logistics support.
  • Assured mission success with accurate reconnaissance reports on enemy positions, terrain features, and obstacles.
  • Conducted vital demolition operations to neutralize enemy assets while minimizing collateral damage.
  • Established secure perimeters around base camps to enhance force protection measures against potential threats.
  • Expedited troop mobility with well-executed breaching techniques for natural or man-made obstacles during missions.
  • Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $1,500,000.
  • Placed explosives and performed mine-sweeping activities on land.
  • Conducted ground reconnaissance for roads, bridges and tunnels and reported findings to commander.
  • Located mines through both visual means and use of mine detectors, neutralizing all enemy threats and booby traps.
  • Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
  • Gave individual evaluations based on fitness and combat readiness.
  • Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
  • Directed installation and removal of minefields in combat operations areas, often working under time constraints and in volatile geographic areas.
  • Performed quality control by creating rosters, spreadsheets and other documentation to identify company inventory.
  • Contributed to overall mission effectiveness through seamless collaboration with other military units and supporting elements.
  • Optimized resource allocation by conducting thorough logistical analyses for engineering projects within budget constraints.

Stocker

TARGET
12.2014 - 02.2015
  • Enhanced inventory accuracy by diligently organizing and maintaining stockroom shelves.
  • Expedited product replenishment by efficiently unloading delivery trucks and sorting merchandise.
  • Reduced out-of-stock situations with regular monitoring of product levels on sales floor.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly locating items and providing product information.
  • Contributed to store cleanliness, ensuring aisles were free from clutter and hazards for shopper safety.
  • Assisted in conducting accurate physical inventory counts, resulting in improved stock management.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete stocking tasks during peak business hours, maintaining a well-stocked sales floor.
  • Increased efficiency of receiving area operations by organizing incoming shipments and verifying packing slips against actual contents.
  • Assisted customers with special requests, enhancing their shopping experience at the store.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
  • Processed and packaged stock items for customer purchases.
  • Monitored inventory levels in stockrooms and alerted management to any discrepancies.
  • Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return.

Shift Trainer

NEWKS EATERY
05.2013 - 11.2014
  • Improved employee performance by developing comprehensive training materials and conducting hands-on training sessions.
  • Enhanced team productivity through regular evaluation of employees'' skills and implementing targeted improvement plans.
  • Streamlined onboarding process for new hires by creating a detailed orientation program, resulting in reduced time to full productivity.
  • Boosted employee retention rates by fostering a supportive learning environment and providing clear expectations for career growth.
  • Collaborated with management to identify skill gaps within the workforce and developed tailored training programs to address these needs.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of existing training methods through regular assessments, refining approaches as needed based on trainee feedback and performance data.
  • Supported and coached employees as part of successful training initiatives.
  • Tracked employees before, during and after training to verify attainment of training objectives.
  • Kept drawer balanced by accurately processing cash, credit and debit payments.
  • Readied customers' take-out orders in secure bags with appropriate amounts of condiments, silverware and napkins.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Loaded food, dishes and utensils on carts and trays to transport from designated food preparation areas to designated tables.

Education

No Degree - Criminal Justice

American Military University
01.2025

Army Recruiter

Army Retention College
07.2022

Combat Enginer Advance Leaders Course
03.2022

Basic Leaders Course
05.2018

High School Diploma -

Benton High School
Benton, LA
05.2013

Skills

  • Talent Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Outbound Calling
  • Recruitment
  • Pre-Employment Screening
  • Job Description Development
  • Human Resources Policies
  • Employment Verifications

Accomplishments

Army Commendation Medal

Army Achievement Medal

Army Good Conduct Medal


Timeline

ARMY RECRUITER

US ARMY
08.2022 - Current

ARMY COMBAT ENGINEER

US ARMY
03.2015 - Current

Stocker

TARGET
12.2014 - 02.2015

Shift Trainer

NEWKS EATERY
05.2013 - 11.2014

No Degree - Criminal Justice

American Military University

Army Recruiter

Army Retention College

Combat Enginer Advance Leaders Course

Basic Leaders Course

High School Diploma -

Benton High School

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