Managed the full life cycle recruiting process involving sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selecting qualified applicants for contract and permanent IT consulting positions •Used cost-effective methods to identify candidates such as effective job postings, Boolean search strings, employee referrals, professional and personal network, and attended user group/networking functions to attract passive candidates•Prepared, presented, and effectively handled complex job offers using influential closing and negotiation skills•Coordinated and collaborated daily with management, recruiting team, field consultants, and account managers to discuss interview feedback, succession planning, client requirements, and resource competencies •Guided and assisted managers and employees in matters related to career development and training, staffing, employee relations, workplace ethics, and performance management•Developed and maintained relationships with outside staffing agencies and outplacement organizations•Conducted new hire orientations, facilitated career development and training programs, and provided employee relations support

Similar responsibilities as AHRM (see details above) providing support to 3 districts through Southern California. Counseled management team with employee relations, problem resolution, mediation, Federal, State law compliance, recruiting for new store openings and existing talent upgrade. Worked with leadership team to create HR procedures, training manuals, mentor/captain programs.