Nicolas Henao
Tampa,FL
Summary
Focused on using effective recruitment strategies and candidate pipelines to meet employment needs. Leverages traditional and online methods to bring in top talent. Bilingual in English and Spanish, adept at fostering connections that influence life choices, while utilizing critical thinking to address diverse client needs effectively.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Career Guidance Counselor
US Army
07.2023 - 10.2025
- Developed career and education plans based on individual needs.
- Helped determine possible vocations and build application documents.
- Maintained knowledge of market and diverse career opportunities.
- Counseled clients one-on-one regarding current situation, desires, aptitudes, education, and employment history.
- Administered drug, aptitude, and personality assessments.
- Developed and deepened connections with mentees, influencing career, and life choices of each potential program participant.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to applicants with personal and professional concerns.
- Provided resources to support applicants in achieving career goals.
- Advised applicants on educational, career and social opportunities.
Senior Recruiter
US Army
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events, and job fairs.
- Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
- Worked alongside global business leader to deploy new training strategies.
- Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
- Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
- Reduced expenses by analyzing compensation policies and implementing competitive programs while ensuring adherence to legal requirements.
- Developed and monitored employee recognition programs.
- Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
Battalion Operations Sergeant
US Army
08.2014 - 06.2021
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
- Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
- Prepared and delivered investigative reports and briefings.
- Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
- Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios.
- Analyzed intelligence reports and identified potential tactical threats.
Recruiter Manager
US Army
06.2012 - 08.2014
- Met with managers to discuss vacancies, applicant qualifications, and characteristics of top candidates.
- Designed, developed, and implemented successful recruitment process to fill more than 200 vacancies each year.
- Customized wording of job profiles, social media techniques, and website subscriptions.
- Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
- Reduced process gaps while supervising employees to achieve optimal productivity.
- Utilized compliance tools, corrective actions and identification of deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.
- Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
Recruiter
US Army
12.2007 - 06.2012
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
- Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Generated and analyzed reports to monitor employee engagement and attrition trends.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
Education
BBA - Business Administration And Management
US Army Recruiting And Retention College
Fort Knox, KYSkills
- Bilingual English-Spanish
- Individual counseling
- Resource development
- Referral services
- Curriculum planning
- Career development
- Critical thinking
- Counseling
- Job counseling
- Workforce readiness
- Self-directed mindset
- Problem-solving skills
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Career Guidance Counselor
US Army
07.2023 - 10.2025
Senior Recruiter
US Army
07.2021 - 06.2023
Battalion Operations Sergeant
US Army
08.2014 - 06.2021
Recruiter Manager
US Army
06.2012 - 08.2014
Recruiter
US Army
12.2007 - 06.2012
BBA - Business Administration And Management
US Army Recruiting And Retention College