Tyrone Barbee
Elgin,SC
Summary
Motivational leader and army veteran with over 20 years of experience in organizational problem-solving. Proven track record in supervisory roles, team building, and enhancing customer service. Expertise in implementing training and monitoring techniques to boost employee engagement and performance, driving significant company success.
Overview
6
6
Certifications
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruiter / Manager of Employee Development
Gregory Electric Company
Columbia, South Carolina
06.2026 - Current
- Supported recruitment efforts for Gregory Electric Company across skilled trades and office roles.
- Posted jobs on career sites and trade recruiting channels.
- Worked with hiring managers to define staffing needs and candidate requirements.
- Screened applicants for electrical construction safety and jobsite qualifications.
- Scheduled interviews, offers, and onboarding paperwork for new hires.
- Built candidate pipelines for electricians, supervisors, and support staff.
- Kept applicant tracking records and recruitment files current.
- Helped create employee training plans based on organizational needs and role requirements.
- Set up onboarding sessions for new hires across company departments.
- Delivered classroom training on policies, systems, and workplace procedures.
- Revised learning materials to align with company standards and compliance rules.
- Coached staff on communication, leadership, and job readiness skills.
- Tracked learning management system records for training completion and assignment status.
- Provided career path guidance based on employee interests and skillsets.
- Suggested policy and procedure updates to support employee growth opportunities.
- Researched employee development best practices to stay current with industry trends.
- Set up meetings between senior management and employees to discuss organizational objectives and corporate strategies.
- Worked with human resources staff on recruitment, retention, compensation, and rewards programs.
- Advised managers on employee engagement activities such as recognition programs and team-building exercises.
- Coordinated annual retreats focused on self-development and team activities.
- Created job descriptions, defined role competencies, and evaluated job performance against those criteria.
- Arranged networking events for employees across all levels of organization.
- Planned and led workshops on career development, performance management, team building, and leadership.
- Helped onboard new hires with orientation materials, benefits information, and colleague introductions.
- Created additional materials to strengthen training support.
JROTC Military Instructor
United States Army
Chester, South Carolina
08.2023 - 06.2026
- Supported cadets in military leadership principles and personal growth.
- Guided students through community service projects and civic responsibility.
- Applied safety procedures during training exercises to protect participant well-being.
- Coordinated communication between school administration and military personnel to improve program delivery.
- Created individual learning plans for students needing extra support to improve learning outcomes.
- Tracked unit spending for supplies and equipment to support budget accountability.
- Built strong relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Project Management Analyst
United States Army
Columbia, Maryland
11.2018 - 06.2022
- Analyzes and reviews a wide variety of plans and related operations and determines recommended changes to improve efficiency. Provides direct support for technical and operational activities.
- Monitored project progress and reported updates to senior leadership regularly.
- Developed functional programs and materials, tracked and assessed ongoing operations, reviewed forms and reports, and collaborated with management and users to identify problems and recommend improvements.
- Maintained and processed data for reports and summaries utilized by managers for decision-making.
- Notified key personnel of operational issues and proposed solutions or methods for gathering additional information.
- Supported resource allocation for various Army projects and initiatives.
- Developed detailed project documentation to maintain compliance with Army standards.
- Assisted in training personnel on project management tools and best practices.
- Experience in research regarding service matters and combined doctrine, operations, liaison and coordination with other Government agencies, industry is required.
Director of Recruiting
United States Army
Richmond, California
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Partnered with senior leadership to align hiring plans with organizational goals.
- Managed interview schedules to improve process efficiency and candidate experience.
- Created training programs for recruiting staff to strengthen interviewing skills.
- Streamlined applicant tracking system use for better candidate management and communication.
- Conducted Army interviews to support annual recruiting mission objectives.
- Communicated clearly and professionally with staff across grade levels.
- Built systems for confidential employee records to improve operational efficiency and traceability.
- Briefed US Army battalion- and brigade-level leadership and families on available programs and services.
Talent Acquisition Manager
United States Army
Brentwood, California
01.2013 - 08.2016
- Helped place military personnel trained in satellite communications systems operations and maintenance.
- Supported full-cycle recruiting for multiple talent levels.
- Built partnerships with educational institutions to strengthen talent pipelines.
- Trained and supported junior recruiters in sourcing methods to improve recruiting results.
- Used applicant tracking systems to organize candidate records and hiring steps.
- Managed human resource actions and personnel programs within Human Resource Command.
- Updated applicant tracking system database records and worked with HR staff to align talent priorities.
- Collaborated with human resource personnel to define talent management priorities and align goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Post University
Waterbury, CT06-2016
Skills
- Project Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Data Analysis
- Recruitment Strategies
- Training Development
- Personnel Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Personnel Management
Certification
Talent Acquisition Management Course
Timeline
Recruiter / Manager of Employee Development
Gregory Electric Company
06.2026 - Current
JROTC Military Instructor
United States Army
08.2023 - 06.2026
Project Management Analyst
United States Army
11.2018 - 06.2022
Director of Recruiting
United States Army
09.2016 - 10.2018
Talent Acquisition Manager
United States Army
01.2013 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Post University