Kenneth Cates
Warsaw
Summary
Personable Technical Recruiter looking to tackle new responsibilities and build upon skills. Adept at thoroughly analyzing job descriptions and writing and posting job ads on various platforms. In-depth knowledge of the hiring and recruiting process, including salary negotiations, reference checking and interviewing.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1988
1988
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Technical Recruiter
Tarheel Challenge Academy
Salemburg
03.2014 - 11.2023
- Conducted candidate sourcing through various platforms and networking events.
- Facilitated initial interviews to assess candidate qualifications and fit.
- Recruiting 16-18 youth for opportunities to change their lives.
Youth Services Supervisor
Dobbs Youth Center
Kinston
09.1996 - 04.2014
- Supervised daily operations and activities at youth center facility.
- Coordinated program schedules and resources for youth engagement.
- Trained and mentored staff on policies and procedures.
Training all new staff of procedures of adjudicated youth.
Trainer for the State of North Carolina for 15 years plus.
Restraint Control Defensive Instructor
Dobbs Youth development Center
Kinston
09.1996 - 02.2014
- Designed engaging lesson plans for diverse youth populations.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance life skills and personal development.
- Mentored students in academic subjects to foster learning and growth.
Education
James Kenan High School
Warsaw, NCSkills
- Candidate sourcing
- Interview facilitation
- Technical interviewing
- Applicant tracking
Instructor Specialist
- Training with the ISD model
- Instructional System Devopment
- Since 2015 state of North Carolina
Timeline
Technical Recruiter
Tarheel Challenge Academy
03.2014 - 11.2023
Youth Services Supervisor
Dobbs Youth Center
09.1996 - 04.2014
Restraint Control Defensive Instructor
Dobbs Youth development Center
09.1996 - 02.2014
James Kenan High School