Derek Brower Email & Phone Number

Contractor Via Applied Value Technologies

Responsible for full cycle recruiting for all Software Engineers (Intermediate-Staff), DevOps (Senior-Staff), Support Desk (Senior-Staff), along with Directors and Senior Managers of Engineering within FinTech and SaaS industry.- Developed a comprehensive 6-page Employer Branding initiative and OKR plan, gaining approval for implementation in Q1 of 2024. This initiative will strengthen Plooto's employer brand and enhance talent attraction efforts.- Spearheaded the development of a strategic market and competitor sourcing strategy document tailored to Engineering roles. This document serves as a valuable resource for the company, enabling more effective talent acquisition and positioning Plooto as an employer of choice.- Exceeded 2023 hiring goals by consistently identifying, engaging, and hiring top-tier technical talent, contributing to the company's ability to scale and meet its business objectives.

Lead team of 6 Technical Recruiters that support Software Engineers for Amazon Global Advertising (US and Canada). Collaborates with hiring teams to build effective sourcing, assessment, and closing approaches.- Drive team toward achievement of KPI’s with a focus on both tactical outcomes and strategic direction.- Provides sourcing strategy training, education around best practices, DEI initiatives, and reverse shadowing for interviews to mentees.- Source and screen passive candidates and align to multiple levels based on skill level, education and background- Manage and maintain network of best-fit candidates through diverse social media platforms.- Developed a more scalable sourcing strategy that improved overall KPI metrics by 27% on my team. - Analyzes and adjusts sourcing strategy based on hiring manager interview-to-offer ratios and trends- Nominated as Ambassador for Social Committee for Virtual employees, and developed a pilot program for social meetup groups within the United States to improve employee retention and satisfaction.

Led recruiting efforts for all corporate departments including IT, Legal, HR, Finance, Marketing, Business Development, Revenue Cycle, along with clinical needs for 30 Dental Practices in the Southeast region. Partnered with leadership team to develop and execute robust sourcing strategies aimed at building the organization’s brand, increasing diverse candidate pools and hiring top talent. - Responsible for a work load of up to 65 openings, including Pediatric Dentists, Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Corporate, to mid-senior level executives. - Established partnerships with nationally accredited dental schools, hygiene programs, and local organizations to help build a diverse pipeline of qualified candidates. - Facilitated C-Suite leadership meetings, reporting on key metrics and strategize on recruitment efforts with a high focus on candidate experience and employee engagement.- Spearheaded employee referral program resulting in improved motivation, engagement, and time to fill rates. - Revamped job descriptions to appeal to both Gen Z and Millennial candidates. - Collaborated with HR Director to ensure new hires were onboarded with a focus on personal touch and urgency.- Developed and implemented a Social Media Recruitment Marketing Campaign to increase employer awareness and strategically target passive candidates via Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn.- Examined HR data trends, provided leadership and education on unconscious bias, labor market trends, and best in class interviewing techniques to 45 hiring managers on a corporate and clinical level. - Partnered with operations to develop and deploy compensation strategies and plans attracting and rewarding employees based on business and employee performance. Ensured alignment of compensation packages with local markets for client groups and enhanced national market competitiveness.

Waco, Texas Area

Built and maintained strong partnerships with clients to define and achieve hiring needs. Responsible for client development, new account and retention sales calls, maintaining a high fill ratio, and penetrating client accounts. Supported a variety of clients with roles in Tech, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Retail, Logistics, and mid-senior level Executive search.- Onboarded and mentored new recruiters on job expectations, procedures and best practices.- Managed full-cycle recruitment via innovative sourcing techniques, networking skills and screening methods.- Developed and managed a talent pipeline through interviewing, coaching, retaining, and developing candidates.- Led and analyzed stay surveys & exit interviews to provide insights to clients in quarterly business reviews.- Managed complex employee relations issues that include: investigations, terminations, and reductions in force.- Managed all work-related injuries/incidents and worker’s compensation.- Provided all employees with an exceptional onboarding experience while meeting specific client requirements.- Ensured all contingent employees were 100% compliant with all required certifications and trainings, which included handbook policies, safety training, and any continuing education. - Coordinated external recruiting activities including job fairs, networking and grassroots events.Onsite Account Manager / HR Business Partner, June 2017- June 2018 - Acted as primary contact for a manufacturing client and its temporary workforce of 60 associates. - Managed employee relations, performance, payroll, benefits, compensation and trained associates on client's corporate policies and procedures to drive a high performance culture and ensure exceptional customer service.- Implemented first ever attendance tracker that resulted in reduced attendance issues by 25%.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba

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