Thomas Orner

Experience

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  Abercrombie & Fitch

  Nov 2009 - Sept 2012

  Assistant Manager

  • Demonstrated effective management techniques for a multimillion dollar company• Responsible for training, hiring, and overseeing management expectations for hundreds of associates• Exceptional customer service, and personal relations skills• Established critical loss prevention tactics to deter and reduce store shrink internally as well as externally• Organized district wide conference calls to brainstorm revolutionary business ideas

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  U.S. Department of Homeland Security

  Sept 2012 - Feb 2015

  Transportation Security Officer

  • Implements and conducts security-screening procedures that are central to TSA objectives and that protect the traveling public.• Serves as a TSO, working as a team member to thoroughly screen pre-boarding passengers and their carry-on and checked baggage. Identifies and prevents deadly or dangerous objects from being transported onto aircraft. Expertly operates walk through and handheld metal detectors, Explosive Trace Detection systems, X-ray imaging technology, explosive vapor detection machines and Whole Body Imaging machines to detect potential threats. Consults technical manuals and standard operating procedures, contributing to proper execution of duties. Utilizes critical thinking skills and situational awareness to make decisions and detect unusual behavior in passengers. Verifies identification and travel documentation of passengers. Controls airport terminal entry and exit points. Consulted as an expert in whole body pat downs and persons with disabilities pat downs.• Maintains open communication with fellow officers and supervisors regarding issues that might reveal vulnerable areas of security. Resolves customer complaints on a daily basis. Anticipates challenging, and/or adversarial interpersonal situations and responds appropriately. Actively listens, using tact, sensitivity, diplomacy and empathy. Provides clear and concise information to passengers, law enforcement, and internal and external stakeholders to ensure understanding, and facilitate cooperation and compliance. Quickly builds rapport with a diverse audience in order to gather information to assess potential threats. Responsible for information assurance and conducts security briefings concerning sensitive and classified information.• Selected to work with the United States Secret Service (USSS) and law enforcement to provide security,(Police Week at our Nations Capitol), Washington, DC, (May 9th 2014).• Consistently chosen as an on-the job trainer for new hires, 2012-2014. Show less

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  Salient CRGT

  Feb 2015 - Jan 2017

  Salient CRGT is a National Defense Contractor specializing in information technology, training, and engineering services in the intelligence, defense, homeland security and cyber security domains.Salient Talent Operations deliver what others cannot—Immediate program progress and results after award. As a Talent Operations Specialist, I manage several contracts, recruiters as well as a talent pool of known and identified candidates.•Works alongside Director of Talent Operations and to meet company standards, direction, and objectives.•Leads a team of three recruiters to ensure proper compliance, on-boarding, and recruiting techniques are being performed.•Runs Conference calls, speaks in meetings, provides Insight to levels of upper management regarding Salient CRGT’s Talent Operations•Assumes normal Talent Operations duties provided below and worked in first year and a half before being promoted. Show less Salient CRGT is a National Defense Contractor specializing in information technology, training, and engineering services in the intelligence, defense, homeland security and cyber security domains.Salient Talent Operations deliver what others cannot—Immediate program progress and results after award. As a Talent Operations Specialist, I manage several contracts, recruiters as well as a talent pool of known and identified candidates.•Perform professional level duties to attract, screen, recruit, and select new employees.•Source and identify qualified professionals in the Department of Defense community focusing on candidates holding security clearances to support our customers’ mission•Interview and screen applicants for technical competence, applicable background and skills, individual goals and ability to fit in the organization and function effectively.•Collaborate with Program Managers and Senior Vice Presidents, to assist them to ensure the most talented candidates are selected to meet the mission’s action plans.•Communicate with hiring managers on qualified candidate’s current status throughout the on-boarding process and developing an effective pipeline if necessary. •Builds rapport and maintains contact with highly skilled candidates using effective communication techniques to keep them interested in our company•Creates and builds relationships with colleagues and numerous diverse professional organizations to attract and recruit critical skilled candidates, alumni and diversity applicants.•Administer skills testing, reference checks, employee verifications and background investigations•Provide market data to assist in proposal efforts and pricing analysis•Collaborate with security to run and verify clearance information and necessary security paperwork.•Interact with human resources to properly on-board SalientCRGT employee’s, and act as their personal advocate for their lifetime with the company. Show less

  • Talent Operations Specialst II - Team Lead

    Jul 2016 - Jan 2017

  • Talent Operations Specialist

    Feb 2015 - Jul 2016
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  TekMasters

  Jan 2017 - Apr 2018

  Resource Manager

  TekMasters is a rapidly growing federal contracting company doing things different. As a small business and Top Secret cleared facility, we provide support in the areas of IT & Software Engineering as well as Operations & Analysis. Launched in 2007 we are strategically located right outside of our Nation’s Capital in Chantilly, Virginia.

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  Chenega MIOS SBU

  Apr 2018 - now

  Recruits proactively, aggressively, and compliantly to fill all positions with qualified candidates in a timely manner to ensure operational goals are metManage multiple recruiting projects from conception to completion, ensuring that all priorities and goals are achieved. Projects may include additional recruiting support which will require some supervisory responsibilitiesProvide coaching, training, mentorship to new and existing team membersCollaborate with recruiting team and/or the companies to create efficient and effective recruitment strategies, that generates qualified candidates for sourcing, pipelining, and urgent requisitionsManage relationship with customers (Chenega Companies) to ensure the highest quality recruiting service is providedServe as a business partner with hiring managers to clarify specific hiring needs, develop effective sourcing and recruitment strategies that result in client satisfactionProvide consultative advice on job description structure, interview processes, and timely feedbackActively and consistently utilize applicant tracking system (ATS) and other recruitment tracking tools to ensure timely and accurate documentation of applicant data throughout the processSupport Business Development initiatives by reviewing proposals, providing input, and identifying risks; researching new requirements; attending meetings and writing transition and staffing plansCarry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable lawsAssure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policiesHybrid -Telework Options may be available for this position based on duties and responsibilities, subject to management approval. Show less Recruit proactively, aggressively, and compliantly to fill high level positions with qualified candidates in a timely manner to ensure operational goals are met•Responsible for recruiting on a full load of difficult requisitions•Implement a proactive recruitment strategy to achieve varying staffing requirements for current positions and future business•Support multiple types of openings including fully funded, proposal, best athlete, talent pooling, etc. •Identify and use creative sourcing techniques for locating candidates•Collaborate with recruiting team and / or various companies to create efficient and effective recruitment strategies for sourcing, pipelining and urgent requisitions •Build strong hiring manager relationships; clarify specific hiring needs and advise them on job description structure, interview processes and timely feedback.•Attend and contribute at subsidiary operational meetings. •Track and report key recruitment metrics and provide updates and reports as required.•Work with recruiting team in other capacities as needed, such as leading working groups, leading and participating in “power hours”, reviewing /developing job descriptions, and leading proposal recruitment efforts.•Audit ATS to ensure process is being followed and documentation is timely and accurate•Leads or participates in special projects as required to support changing business requirements and resourcing requirements.•Assure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies.•Avoid legal challenges by understanding current legislation; enforcing regulations with hiring managers and Recruiters; and conduct training.•Mentor junior recruiters Show less Military, Intelligence and Operations SupportHeadquartered in Lorton, VA, Military, Intelligence and Operations Support (MIOS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU) is a shared services division of Chenega Corporation which provides standard business services to 14 subsidiaries and assists in the management of contracts with a net value over $700 million dollars. The MIOS SBU subsidiaries vary in size and structure from NJVC, LLC and Chenega Federal Systems, LLC, which compete in the Full and Open market, to our 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Businesses, Nangwik Services, LLC, Chenega Logistics, LLC, Chenega Technical Innovations, LLC, Chenega Applied Solutions, LLC, Chenega Worldwide Support, LLC, Kapsuun Group, LLC, Chenega Decision Sciences, LLC, and Chenega IT Enterprise Services, LLC. These small businesses produce annual revenues ranging from $1M to $60M. We also offer services through our commercial operations: Chenega Europe, LTD, Chenega International Consulting, LLC and Chenega International DMMC. The MIOS SBU provides each company shared support, including Human Resources, Recruiting, Contracting, Purchasing, Quality, Marketing, Administration, Finance & Accounting, Business Development and Security, allowing each company to focus on their customers in their day to day operations. The SBU operates as an ISO 9001:2008 certified organization, documenting proven management processes utilized on current contracts and built on lessons learned. This enhances program management, improves quality assurance and increases operational efficiencies. This ability is augmented by the alignment of the 14 companies in the SBU, which allows for a strong reach-back capability, presenting our customers with proven processes, consistent and constant support and a wealth of institutional knowledge. Show less

  • Talent Acquisition Team Lead

    Dec 2022 - now

  • Senior Recruiter

    Oct 2020 - Dec 2022

  • Recruiter

    Apr 2018 - Oct 2020