John Thompson
Santa Paula
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Recruiter
Navy Talent and Acquisition Group Pacific
08.2022 - Current
- Sourced candidates via active and passive means using numerous avenues for candidate discovery.
- Managed and maintained recruitment rules and regulations to adapt to ever-changing needs.
- Verified candidates fit hiring manager's desired employee characteristics and qualifications through comprehensive screening process.
- Maintained Applicant Tracking Systems and collaborated with IT personnel on updates and operational enhancements.
- Scheduled interviews and communicated important information to candidates on selection, hiring process and qualification questions.
Department Manager
Naval Research Laboratory
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Senior Enlisted Leader
NSA/CSS Georgia
10.2016 - 08.2019
- Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
- Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
- Wrote strategic business plans outlining need for departmental information technology resources.
- Implemented and maintained technology and software budget.
- Led technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
Education
Associate of Science - Management
Post University
Waterbury, CT03-2026
High School Diploma -
Rare Earth High School
Rosamond06-2003
Skills
- Talent acquisition
- Performance management
- Health and safety compliance
- Production
- Incidents management
- Decision-making
Accomplishments
- Led Simi Valley Navy recruiting station to an increase in over 100% production.
- Oversaw the purchase, tracking, installation, and quality control efforts of $42 million of IT equipment for the NSA's "Secure the Net" initiative for the Southeast region.
Timeline
Lead Recruiter
Navy Talent and Acquisition Group Pacific
08.2022 - Current
Department Manager
Naval Research Laboratory
08.2019 - 06.2022
Senior Enlisted Leader
NSA/CSS Georgia
10.2016 - 08.2019
Associate of Science - Management
Post University
High School Diploma -
Rare Earth High School
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