Experienced recruiter with skills to match ideal candidates to open positions. I strive to spend time thoroughly screening candidates to reduce the new-hire failure rate from the beginning of the recruiting process.

· Worked with clients to identify job vacancies.· Recruited, thoroughly screened, interviewed, and selected applicants to fill positions.· Assisted applicants with creating resumes from general applications.· Searched for resumes via Indeed, Monster, and CareerBuilder to recruit candidates.· Networked with potential associates via job fairs, social media, and various other settings.· Sent emails (mass and individual) to candidates regarding the application/hiring process.· Administered urinalysis drug screenings, initiated background checks, and confirmed results wereacceptable.· Completed E-Verify/I-9 on all associates to confirm their eligibility to work in the US.· Planned and conducted new employee orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizationalobjectives.· Informed associates of policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, and benefits.· Processed weekly payroll for over 100 associates.· Resolved difficult staffing matters including understaffing, conflicts, disciplinary actions, andterminations.· Conducted exit interviews to identify reasons for employee termination.· Completed unemployment claims and was present for hearings, as needed, on behalf of Elwood Staffing.· Followed up with clients to upsell the services offered by Elwood Staffing.