Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Interests
Skills
Timeline

William Tyler Blackwell

Technical Recruiter
College Station,TX

Summary

Technical recruitment professional with a background in customer service fields. Adept at building strong relationships and providing honest communication. Flexible and accountable, I pride myself in doing what is right and always looking to learn and improve.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Recruiter

Flexicrew Technical Services
Houston, Texas
11.2023 - Current
  • Sourcing and contacting potential candidates and submitting qualified individuals for client review
  • 90%+ retention rate

Area Sales Manager / Technical Recruiter

Reliant Nationwide Staffing (Sold)
Houston, Texas
07.2022 - 11.2023
  • Communicated with companies to discuss their hiring needs, helping them improve their position downtime by 30%
  • Conducted thorough candidate screening to ensure optimal fit for both clients and candidates, with an 86% retention rate
  • Worked with peers to ensure client positions were handled effectively
  • Built lasting relationships with clients through outstanding customer service interactions.
  • Expanded market share through effective prospecting, lead generation, and negotiation skills.
  • Developed strong rapport with candidates, providing support during interviews, offer negotiations, and onboarding process.
  • Sourced and selected applicants for technical positions within company.

Operations Manager

7D Ranch (Sold)
Navasota, Texas
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Oversaw the daily operations of the ranch
  • Interacted with guests prior to, during, and post their stay
  • Used Excel and other programs to create P/L tables
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Worked with different organizations to host events including weddings, fundraisers, and school groups
  • Business development opportunities
  • Ensured good standing with customers and the community
  • Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.

Director of Youth and Community

Greggton United Methodist Church
Longview, Texas
04.2017 - 01.2022
  • Led youth ministry of 30+ students
  • Planning and organization of youth events and mission trips including local and national
  • Planning and organization of fundraising opportunities
  • Communicating Biblical truths effectively to youth
  • Organize community events with church and local organizations to positively effect the community
  • Developed strong relationships with community partners
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.

JSLatson Construction
, Texas
01.2017 - 04.2017
  • New home construction
  • Currently occupied construction
  • Finish assigned tasks in a timely manner
  • Interact with homeowners to better understand their wishes
  • Working primarily with trim, accessories, fencing
  • Chipotle

Miller’s Smokehouse
Belton, Texas
10.2015 - 05.2016
  • Worked diligently to meet the needs of each customer
  • Worked in the kitchen for food preparation
  • Worked catering appointments

Gerstenberg Farm
Belton, Texas
09.2014 - 04.2015
  • Cleaning farm and trees
  • Picking, shelling and cleaning pecans
  • Mowing and weed eating farm grounds
  • Miscellaneous activities regarding the upkeep of farm and growing the business

Education

BAAS - Business

University of Texas, Tyler, TX
May 2021

BA - Biblical Studies

University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, Belton, TX
December 2017

High School Diploma -

Robert E. Lee, Tyler, TX
May 2009

Interests

Volunteer , The King’s Storehouse September 2022-Present, Tyler, Texas Participate with board meetings Make recommendations for financial spending Asbury House Child Enrichment Center / Board Member May 2017-April 2020, Longview, Texas Participate with fundraisers and board meetings Participate and organize events for children Southside Baptist Church / Youth Intern May 2016-August 2016, Tyler, Texas Met with Youth Minister weekly to discuss ministry Led Wednesday night lessons on independently planned topics Organized youth night events Accompanied Youth Minister to summer youth camp and assisted in preparations Worked alongside Youth and Children’s Ministers for Vacation Bible School Boy’s and Girl’s Club of East Texas / Camp Counselor Summer 2013, 2015, Tyler, Texas Led a group of children, grades K-5th Built relationships with youth and encouraged them to grow spiritually Led Bible study and activities to help shape their faith and character Participated in engaging skits Served under the leadership of a group of staff leaders, and under the leadership of the Program Director Journey Christian Community / Youth Intern May 2014-August 2014 Waco, Texas Led and created four Wednesday night Bible studies Assisted with camp and camp preparation Assisted with Sunday morning Church services Helped in Children’s Church Helped lead K-1st grade Sunday School

Skills

Technical sourcing

Talent acquisition

Salary negotiation

Networking

Resume screening

Social media recruitment

LinkedIn recruiting

Passive candidate outreach

Candidate screening

Client relationship management

Onboarding process

Boolean search

Client relations

Candidate sourcing

Cold calling

Job board posting

Resume review

New hire onboarding

Recruitment and hiring

Temporary and seasonal employees

Personnel recruitment

Passive candidate sourcing

Teamwork and collaboration

Problem-solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Active listening

Effective communication

Relationship building

Analytical and critical thinking

Self motivation

Interpersonal skills

Complaint handling

Continuous improvement

Adaptability

Timeline

Technical Recruiter - Flexicrew Technical Services
11.2023 - Current
Area Sales Manager / Technical Recruiter - Reliant Nationwide Staffing (Sold)
07.2022 - 11.2023
Operations Manager - 7D Ranch (Sold)
02.2022 - 07.2022
Director of Youth and Community - Greggton United Methodist Church
04.2017 - 01.2022
- JSLatson Construction
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Miller’s Smokehouse
10.2015 - 05.2016
- Gerstenberg Farm
09.2014 - 04.2015
Robert E. Lee - High School Diploma,
University of Texas - BAAS, Business
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor - BA, Biblical Studies
William Tyler BlackwellTechnical Recruiter