Talent Acquisition Specialist

Key Accomplishments

Promoted to Sourcing Navigator after achieving 97% average customer satisfaction rating , surpassing team goal by 15%
Proposed more efficient call script to reduce average customer handling time, which was well-received and implemented by management
Recognized for outstanding sourcing and recruiting efforts in first 3 months

Evaluate resumes, interviewed and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy
Manage all applicants and referrals from resume review to hiring team review for various roles
Assists military spouses identify MSEP job opportunities that align with a spouse’s background and career goals
Attends and participates in MSEP team meetings to share information on hiring initiatives

Key Accomplishments

Successfully recruited and hired 100% of re-entry caseload
Instructed Career and Professional Development classes for more than 12 businesses and organizations
Successfully sourced and recruited for over 10 industries

Implemented 30-60-90 day check-ins with new hires to improve recruitment processes and candidate experience
Organized assessment centers and interviews with hiring managers
Developed and managed pipeline for executive candidates
Collaborated with management personnel to mentor, train, and coach team members
Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes
Sourced and screened candidates for a wide range of job functions, including engineering, sales, marketing, and customer service, resulting in successful hires
Used Boolean searches to develop applicant portfolios for expected openings
Tracked inbound data to measure the efficacy of job posting strategies
Developed action plans to fill open positions in a timely and efficient manner
Proactively utilized and provide input into diversity Sourcing strategies
Traced and located potential candidates, contacted passive candidates (via email, in person and via phone) , and built talent pipelines for hiring need

Key Accomplishments

Facilitated the successful hire of 97% of caseload
Assisted new employees with on-boarding training, ensuring all application forms were filed correctly, and that employees understood company health benefits package 

Developed and implemented recruiting strategies to meet current and anticipated staffing needs
Engaged with clients using collaborative and consultative approach to build personal and functional credibility while establishing trust to create solutions
Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes
Consulted with managers and supervisors regarding hiring processes
Identified qualified candidates through various recruiting and sourcing tools to fill open positions
Reviewed candidates with hiring managers and advise on any potential hiring issues and recommended results
Recruit new employees with an initial job requisition, seeing the entire process through to the new hire orientation to result in a recruiting process
Coordinated interview schedules and provided feedback to candidates and hiring managers throughout the hiring process

Scheduled interviews for candidates across 20+ roles
Guide new hires through employment information resources, benefits, and payroll process, and give tours of the workplace
Mentored 5+ members of the team on how to effectively use workforce analytics in order to improve strategic decision making

Screened candidates for referral to Managers for hiring consideration, including conducting interviews
Tracked and log outreach programs for hiring veterans and disabled individuals
Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews and Pre-screened assessments
Map out individual markets and gather intelligence around specific talent pools
Recruited new hires through job fairs, online job postings, professional associations, and employee referrals
Counseled candidates on corporate benefits, salary, and corporate environment
Managed multiple recruitment assignments simultaneously and maintained accurate data in the applicant tracking system
Guided Veterans and Civilians in the determination of his/her vocational goals and objectives