Experience

VA Boston Healthcare System

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Human Resources / Recruitment & Placement

  • Jun 2016 - Present

  Brockton, Massachusetts



Air National Guard Recruiting

• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Regional Manager- Recruiting and Retention- Northeast Region

  • May 2004 - Feb 2015

  Air National Guard – Arlington, VA The primary liaison between national headquarters and the Northeast recruiting and retention managers. Process Improvement Inspection Team member for recruiting operations; conducted virtual and on-site compliance inspections and provided analytical process improvement evaluation reports to national and state directors. Key Results: • Created the measurement standards and foundation of a national evaluation team • Provided direct training requirements for all recruiting positions… Show more The primary liaison between national headquarters and the Northeast recruiting and retention managers. Process Improvement Inspection Team member for recruiting operations; conducted virtual and on-site compliance inspections and provided analytical process improvement evaluation reports to national and state directors. Key Results: • Created the measurement standards and foundation of a national evaluation team • Provided direct training requirements for all recruiting positions during the creation of a new recruiting certification system • Conducted reviews, evaluations and edits on national recruiting and retention operating instructions, policies and guidance memorandums • Designed the training course for all new state recruiting and retention managers

• State Manager-Recruiting & Retention Programs,

  • Sep 2002 - Feb 2015

  Air National Guard – Cranston, RI The principal administrator for all state recruiting and retention programs. Advisor to Chief Executive Officer and department managers on the development of strategic goals to meet current and future staffing requirements. Supervises, trains and motivates recruiting teams to meet and exceed established goals. Develops orientation, training and incentive programs. Creates analytical databases and manages personnel records. Provides outstanding customer service to both internal and external… Show more The principal administrator for all state recruiting and retention programs. Advisor to Chief Executive Officer and department managers on the development of strategic goals to meet current and future staffing requirements. Supervises, trains and motivates recruiting teams to meet and exceed established goals. Develops orientation, training and incentive programs. Creates analytical databases and manages personnel records. Provides outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers integrating key leadership skills and effective communication techniques. Key Results: • Increased the organization’s overall onboard staffing from 88% to 105% • Led recruiting team to National Top Recruiting Team status – GOLD BADGE • Exercised sensitivity and discretion in counseling managers and interviewing applicants on a broad range of careers and employee relations • Directed job search workshops, career fairs and trade shows while maximizing revenues through efficient staffing and labor cost control • Developed and initiated state advertising and marketing campaigns to include TV, cable and radio broadcasts, internet and social media and targeted outdoor events

• Healthcare Recruiter

  • Mar 1999 - Jul 2009

  Northkingstown, RI The sole healthcare recruiter for the state Air National Guard Medical Corps; created a targeted strategic plan to staff key medical personnel in historically hard-to-fill critical positions. Worked hand-in-hand with senior state air surgeons to attract only the most qualified emergency room physicians, internal medicine physicians, air surgeons, sports medicine physicians, optometrists, dentists, physician assistants, critical care nurses, nurse practitioners, bio-environmental engineers… Show more The sole healthcare recruiter for the state Air National Guard Medical Corps; created a targeted strategic plan to staff key medical personnel in historically hard-to-fill critical positions. Worked hand-in-hand with senior state air surgeons to attract only the most qualified emergency room physicians, internal medicine physicians, air surgeons, sports medicine physicians, optometrists, dentists, physician assistants, critical care nurses, nurse practitioners, bio-environmental engineers, public health administrators, medical technicians, lab technicians and x-ray technicians. Key Results: • Established state benchmark for first time 100% health professions staffing level • Two-time recipient of the top regional medical recruiter award – “Medicine Man Award” • Managed Health Professions Incentive Bonus Program to attract highest candidates



Rhode Island Air National Guard

• Senior Recruiter

  • Dec 1999 - May 2002

  North Kingstown, RI Senior team leader; developed strategic recruiting plans including recruiter goals and activities, advertising and marketing, social media and internet lead procurement and budget planning and management. Served as the primary recruiting trainer. Maintained training records and conducted training classes and refresher training for all assigned recruiters. Coached assigned recruiters on problem areas, offered solutions, and recommended corrective or referral action as necessary. Managed office… Show more Senior team leader; developed strategic recruiting plans including recruiter goals and activities, advertising and marketing, social media and internet lead procurement and budget planning and management. Served as the primary recruiting trainer. Maintained training records and conducted training classes and refresher training for all assigned recruiters. Coached assigned recruiters on problem areas, offered solutions, and recommended corrective or referral action as necessary. Managed office administration and coordinated formal presentations to public service organizations and other organizations as requested. Key Results: • Developed staffing requirements, job descriptions and job criteria for first of its kind Cyber Security and Network Protection division • Trained team members on interviewing techniques and best practices, conducting workshops and one-on-one coaching sessions that contributed to sound hiring decisions • Reworked on-boarding orientation program to include benefit eligibility information and organization resources

• Recruiter

  • Nov 1996 - Dec 1999

  North Kingstown, RI Responsible for the creation and implementation of day to day recruiting operations to meet or exceed established recruiting goals and expectations.

• Communications-Computer Systems Control

  • Apr 1992 - Nov 1996

  Coventry, RI Provided technical troubleshooting expertise for both secure and non-secure digital and analog communication systems. Maintained communication capabilities for numerous customers utilizing satellite and microwave delivery systems.



United States Air Force

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Security Forces Specialist

  • Jul 1987 - Apr 1992

  Vandenberg AFB, CA Maintained area supervision over 20 security force members for day to day operations, area security and entry control to numerous top secret security locations for Air Force Space Command and Strategic Air Command.