Derek Burns, Shrm-Cp Email & Phone Number

Camden, New Jersey, United States

- Oversaw the full-cycle recruitment for many of the organization’s business units while managing a diverse candidate pipeline for 20-40+ requisitions on average, significantly improving the organization's time-to-fill metrics by implementing equitable and rigorous hiring processes.- Enhanced hiring manager capabilities through the development and delivery of training on effective interviewing techniques and equitable selection practices, leading to improvements of the organization's equitable hiring processes, which resulted in a more diverse and qualified candidate pool.- Designed and executed strategic recruitment plans that included editing and targeting job postings to attract top leadership talent through advanced use of ATS, job boards, social media, and networking, thereby increasing the quality and fit of candidates for leadership roles within the organization.

Camden, New Jersey, United States

- Developed and executed local and regional recruitment strategies, incorporating both traditional and innovative sourcing techniques, to fill 20-40+ administrative, program, and management-level positions within the target timeframe of 30-45 days.- Fostered strong relationships with hiring managers to thoroughly understand staffing needs, leading to the creation and implementation of effective job postings and the selection of top talent through various channels including ATS (Workday & Taleo), job boards, social media, and direct sourcing for passive candidates.- Managed the entire recruitment lifecycle with a high degree of accuracy and integrity using our ATS, ensuring timely coordination of interviews, meticulous tracking of candidate progress, and distribution of offers, while maintaining proactive communication with both candidates and internal stakeholders to address needs and facilitate smooth hiring processes.- Contributed to continuous improvement efforts by collaborating with the HR team and hiring managers on recruitment best practices, updates, and strategies, including the identification and mitigation of potential biases and inequitable practices, to ensure a fair and efficient selection process.

Trenton, New Jersey, United States

- Supervised a team in delivering comprehensive employment services, including job readiness training, legal aid, and identification procurement, successfully aiding over 200 formerly incarcerated clients annually in re-entering the workforce.- Designed and implemented targeted job readiness programs that emphasized resume writing, cover letter development, interview techniques, and effective online job search strategies, resulting in significantly improved employment outcomes for clients.- Established and nurtured partnerships with local businesses and community organizations to create employment opportunities, advocating for the hiring of formerly incarcerated individuals and monitoring their progress post-placement to ensure sustainable employment.- Oversaw the development and maintenance of a client-tracking system to monitor progress and outcomes, enabling data-driven adjustments to programs and services that increased client success rates and organizational efficiency.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Industrial And Organizational Psychology

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Psychology