SMSgt Terrence Gonzalez

Air Force | Third - Tier Recruiter

Dates of Service: Jun 1986 - Feb 2012

RETIRED

77% Complete

4 Endorsements

70 Contacts

Influence Score: 10,732
5,366 out of 867,689 Veterans

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I have 20+ years recruitment experience with varying levels of responsibility supervising, managing, developing, and leading multiple teams of recruiters. I am a persuasive communicator with a proactive approach. I have strong written, verbal, and communication skills and I combine technical knowledge with common sense to deliver results.

Military Experiences

Aug 2009 - Feb 2012

Superintendent

336 RS, 369 RG, AFRS, AETC | Moody AFB, GA

• Provided strategic counsel to leadership on sourcing, talent development, and placement needs • Directed 62 recruiters/25 support staff in exceeding goals an average of 118% over last 3 years • Developed innovative marketing/talent acquisition strategies to exceed assigned diversity, regional, and specialized goals • Ensured compliance with Department of Defense policies and federal employment laws • Coached 8 regional hiring managers and staff on hiring practices, communication policies, and customer service • Analyzed metrics and trends, implemented course corrections and managed change process • Managed an annual $1.8M budget and executed $50K marketing budget focusing on community outreach in diversified areas

Oct 2006 - Aug 2009

Training Manager

Air Force Recruiting Service Headquarters | Randolph AFB, TX

1 Endorsement

• Directed 6 member team focused on organizational development and training of 1250 recruiters nationwide • Coached recruiting leaders on sourcing strategies, community relations, and recruiter development • Developed and managed an annual $70K operating budget and $250K sales training contract • Improved training workshop schedule flow impacting recruiters globally; saved $25K • Developed annual training course to address/correct requirement shortfalls worldwide • Primary trainer for junior officer development courses and nationwide marketing representatives • Established community/media relations in 6 regions improving public awareness of the military

Oct 1996 - Jul 2003

Enlisted Accessions Recruiter and Flight Chief

367 RS, 372 RG, AFRS, AETC | Colorado Springs, CO