Mike Nisson, MBA

Experience

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  United States Army Reserve

  May 2000 - Jul 2015

  US Army Reserve

  Headquarters Platoon Sergeant (April 2012 – July 2015)Responsible for the accountability, welfare, physical fitness, administrative actions and counseling’s of 45 Soldiers; provided leadership, mentorship and training to all 45 Soldiers in the platoon; responsible for the maintenance, serviceability and accountability of equipment valued at over $2,500,000; assisted and advised the Platoon Leader in all platoon matters including training plans; assisted and reinforced the First Sergeant in all matters; maintained the platoon's combat readiness. Assumed the duties of the First Sergeant in his absence. Ensured that all 45 Soldiers meet required training plans and requirements.Food Service Supervisor (October 2011 – July 2015)Supervised unit, or consolidated food service operations in field or garrison environments. Established operating and work procedures, inspected dining, storage areas, and dining facility personnel. Determined subsistence requirements. Requested, received, and accounted for subsistence items. Implemented combat feeding plans. Provided technical guidance to 6 lower grade personnel in garrison and field kitchen operations.Petroleum Supply Specialist (May 2000 – October 2011)Assigned duties, spot checked work adequacy, instructed and supervised 16 subordinates in work techniques and procedures; determined source of product contamination in storage areas and pipelines, directed reclamation and disposition for petroleum products; assured adherence to safety procedures and ensured an efficient, clean, and safe work environment. Show less

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  United States Department of Defense

  Apr 2008 - Jul 2015

  Administrative Department Manager, GS9

  Significant Accomplishments• Developed and implemented internal controls that reduced pay problems and inquiries by 50%• Developed new administrative process which increased productivity and efficiency by 20%• Developed training programs that directly resulted in the company passing all inspectionsDuties and Responsibilities• Served as the principal administrative manager to the US Army Reserve Company Commander and contributed to the accomplishment of the overall functions of the Company• Assisted Executives with the accomplishment of normal duties in areas that included individual and Company training, administration, transportation, and recruiting/retention• Led a team of 6 personnel and coordinated unit preparations for official inspections; planned and established priorities, assigned, distributed, and reviewed work of subordinate company sections and personnel• Reviewed incoming directives, policies, and instructions from higher headquarters, advised Executives on those affecting administrative function, and developed appropriate action to implement changes • Liaised with higher headquarters and spoke on behalf of Executives in clarifying administrative matters, explaining views, and the implications of pending problems involving the Company• Maintained and reviewed 160 personnel records, processed, and reviewed 17K personnel actions, records disposition, travel authorizations, and suspense controls• Coordinated personnel, payroll, and automated systems activities, initiated and managed personnel actions in such areas as reenlistments, separations, discharges and transfers, security clearances, retirements, promotions, and awards• Oversaw the completion and accuracy of officer and enlisted efficiency reports, Company training and attendance, and disciplinary actions. • Reviewed personnel and financial management reports and took corrective action on identified deficiencies; researched, analyzed, and resolved pay problems for unit personnel Show less

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  US Army

  Jul 2015 - Sept 2022

  US Army Recruiter

  Significant Accomplishments• Developed innovative processes which reduced applicant processing time by 12% • Refined applicant processing standards which directly led to 110% mission accomplishment• Developed applicant training programs that resulted in a 93% applicant ship rate• Developed and implemented a new High School Senior recruiting program that increased high school senior enlistments by 50% Duties and Responsibilities • Conducted presentations for local community leaders, educators, and prospects and managed the prospecting, interviewing, screening, and enlisting of qualified applicants. Conducted a variety of prospecting duties including cold calls, hot calls, community events, and job fairs in order to find qualified applicants• Developed effective recruiting strategies in an ever-changing environment and maintained a recruiting database of 33K personnel used to refine leads and increased enlistments by 35%• Trained new recruiters in the art and science of recruiting, assisted with market research and analysis, and made appropriate recommendations to leadership to attain monthly, quarterly, and yearly staffing goals• Utilized the Army’s Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to qualify candidates, schedule interviews, follow-up, and prepare all recruiting forms and documents for prospective candidates. Initiated background investigations, and ensured prospects attended all required meetings and medical physical. Completed onboarding for all new hires Show less

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  POWER Engineers

  Sept 2022 - now

  • Manage the day-to-day work-load of the technical recruiting team and manage the individual contributors within the group• Perform bi-annual reviews for each team member• Provide mentoring and leadership for the Talent Acquisition department• Develop and execute process improvements• Facilitate regular team meetings• Promote excellent customer service within the team• Teach HR Recruiting classes to managers• Assist with the development and execution of the departmental business plan• Maintain excellent relationships with hiring managers, becoming the expert in their prospective departments regarding their staffing needs• Make hiring recommendations to Department leaders and ensure excellent quality of hire• Work closely with Leadership on projects including employment branding, sourcing analytics, and process improvement• Confer with Senior Management to identify personnel needs, workforce planning strategies, and position descriptions• Proactively and creatively identify strong talent for senior positions within the organization• Create and foster relationships with professional organizations to attract and proactively source qualified talent and diverse candidates• Leverage social media, networking, online recruiting resources, and in-house applicant tracking system (Taleo) to identify and recruit the very best candidates• Evaluate online applications/resumes and credentials for appropriateness of skills, experience, and knowledge in relation to a variety of position requirements• Administer the presentation, selection, offer, negotiation, closing, and administrative components involved in full lifecycle recruiting• Maintain accurate and well-ordered documentation within the ATS on all candidates, searches, hiring managers interactions, and other recruiting activities to ensure a compliant and thorough audit Show less • Implement staffing strategies to provide a technically qualified and diverse candidate pool.• Work with Production Department and Talent Acquisition Leadership to identify future needs and a proactive recruiting plan. • Make hiring recommendations to Department leaders and ensure excellent quality of hire• Confer with Senior Management to identify personnel needs, workforce planning strategies, and position descriptions• Leverage social media, networking, online recruiting resources, and an in-house applicant tracking system (Taleo) to identify and recruit the very best candidates • Evaluate online applications/resumes and credentials for appropriateness of skills, experience, and knowledge in relation to a variety of position requirements • Administer the presentation, selection, offer, negotiation, closing, and administrative components involved in full lifecycle recruiting Show less

  • Talent Acquisition Area Lead

    Sept 2023 - now

  • Corporate Recruiter

    Sept 2022 - Sept 2023