Jennifer Jones
About Jennifer Jones
Jennifer Jones is a Recruiter and Lead Candidate Management Specialist at Amentum, where she has worked since 2017. She has a diverse background in management and recruitment, with previous roles including Production Manager at Shamrock Roofing & Construction and Executive Assistant at AECOM.
Work at Amentum
Jennifer Jones has been employed at Amentum as a Recruiter and Lead Candidate Management Specialist since 2017. In this role, she has developed a universal workflow for tracking candidate deployment using the On Point system of record. She has successfully led a deployment team for EAGLE – Afghanistan and APS-2 Germany, overseeing the deployment of over 2000 candidates since September 2017. Additionally, she led a Tiger Team of four recruiters to assist in placing employees affected by the Afghanistan project drawdown, achieving a placement rate of 48% against a goal of 20%. Her expertise in talent acquisition systems, particularly ICIMS, has established her as a Subject Matter Expert in this area.
Previous Experience at AECOM
Prior to her current role at Amentum, Jennifer Jones worked at AECOM from 2011 to 2016. She served as an Executive Assistant for four years in Bagram, Afghanistan, and later transitioned to the role of Program Management Operations Analyst for 11 months. During her tenure, she contributed to various operational improvements and supported project management efforts.
Background in Management and Training
Jennifer Jones has a diverse background in management and training. She worked as a Production Manager at Shamrock Roofing & Construction for eight months in 2017, where she oversaw production processes. Additionally, she served as a Personal Fitness Trainer at Genesis Health Clubs from 2016 to 2017, focusing on client fitness and wellness. Her experience also includes a role as Sales, Marketing, and Event Manager at The College Basketball Experience from 2007 to 2010.
Military Service and Leadership
Jennifer Jones served in the U.S. Army and Army National Guard from 2000 to 2008, achieving the rank of Sergeant/E-5. Her military service provided her with leadership experience and a strong foundation in teamwork and operational effectiveness. This background has contributed to her skills in managing teams and projects in her subsequent civilian roles.
Education and Qualifications
Jennifer Jones completed her high school education at Topeka High School, graduating in 2000. She then pursued higher education at The University of Kansas, where she studied Sociology and earned a Bachelor's Degree from 2000 to 2007. This educational background has informed her professional approach and understanding of human behavior in recruitment and management.