James Austin
About James Austin
James Austin is a Sourcing Specialist at Maximus with a background in sales and training roles at Podium and GEICO. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University.
Current Role at Maximus
James Austin serves as a Sourcing Specialist at Maximus since 2022. In this position, he oversees the process of finding and recruiting qualified candidates for various roles within the company. His responsibilities include identifying potential candidates through direct engagement and managing a substantial database of both passive and active candidates. This role leverages his project management and relationship-building skills to align customer outcomes with the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at Podium
In 2022, James worked as a Sales Development Representative at Podium in the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area. During his six-month tenure, he was involved in prospecting new sales opportunities and generating leads. This short-term engagement allowed him to refine his skills in sales development within a dynamic environment.
Sales Training at GEICO
James Austin was a Sales Trainer (MOAT Sales PMA) at GEICO from 2018 to 2021 in Fredericksburg, VA. In this role, he trained and mentored new sales representatives, helping them achieve their sales targets and improve their overall performance. His experience at GEICO also includes a three-year stint as a Sales Representative from 2015 to 2018, where he applied his knowledge in customer interactions and sales techniques.
Education at Virginia Commonwealth University
James Austin attended Virginia Commonwealth University, where he pursued a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, graduating in 2014. His academic background provided him with an in-depth understanding of human behavior, a skill set that has proven advantageous in his various professional roles.
Professional Achievements
James has a track record of improving key metrics in his roles. At Maximus, he increased successful placements by 50% through consistent engagement with over 60 leads daily. Additionally, he enhanced the pool of qualified candidates by 25% by effectively managing an internal database comprising over 500 candidates. These achievements underscore his proficiency in sourcing and project management.