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Chicago, IL, US

Chicago, IL, US

Leading TA programmatic excellence through experimentation, innovation and effective implementation of new architecture that drives enhanced speed, quality, data, impact and inclusion.

Chicago, IL, US

• Developed and implemented a global talent acquisition digital & people strategy to enhance candidate, hiring manager, and recruiter experience.
• Established and managed the talent acquisition portfolio management framework, fostering cross-functional partnerships for effective integration.
• Led project teams in multi-year implementations to achieve a 5-year roadmap for diverse talent personas.

Houston, Texas, US

• Developed recruitment programs for individuals with barriers to employment to address business challenges of talent shortages and high turnover. $900K 1st year savings.
• Supported expansion throughout the U.S/Canada, fostered relationships between market areas & nonprofit organizations, and site launches to meet program standards.
• Implemented change management to minimize transactional to transformational impact in career progression, retention, culture shift, and community influence.
• Negotiated contracts of consultants/organizations.
• Supported HR projects, including HR/Digital Transformation, HR Strategy road maps.
• Enhanced cross functional systems and processes for specific demographics.

Houston, Texas, US

• Project Lead - Developed scripts and build infrastructure, implement productions, provide ongoing maintenance, and create/deliver trainings for system processes to enhance full cycle recruiting.
• Oversaw operational and strategic direction of applicant tracking system and Recruiting process.
• Created yearly training calendar to better assist Talent Advisor needs.
• Provided ATS solutions based on functional needs.
• Enhanced candidate, hiring manager, and recruiting experience by providing efficient tools.
• Liaison with third – party vendors, RPO and Social Media platforms.

Houston, Texas, US

• Resolved technical issues/determine rehire eligibility for candidates and the Talent Department.

Houston, Texas, US

• Scheduled candidates for interviews with hiring managers, including in person, phone, and web based interviews.
• Meet, greet and escort candidates to interviews
• Facilitates candidate travel.
• Avail self to candidate to answer logistical questions regarding interview process and provides interview preparation.
• Assisted candidates in interview preparation.
• Drove communication between the candidate, hiring manager and recruiter during the interview phase of the process.

Houston, Texas, US

• Assisted Corporate HR coordinators with personnel files.
• Managed Corporate Human Resource’s file rooms consisting of over 5,000 files.
• Audited all confidential files for loyalty agreements.

• Guided creation of organization's infrastructure directly with the CEO/board
• Created job descriptions and screened over 30 certified counselors and volunteers.
• Assisted board members with revamping website and communicating with volunteers.
• Utilized technical knowledge to increase traffic on company website.

• Enabled efficiencies in processing sales to deliver products timely ultimately driving increase in revenue stream.
• Provided proactive and personalized service targeting issues including returns and exchanges.
• Forecasted demand and worked with diamond/gold wholesalers to ensure adequate supply.
• Introduced multiple systems to manage inventory and production.

• Executed office opening/closing procedures; oversaw operations.
• Received patients and performed pre-workups. Instructed patients on proper use of eyewear.
• Trained new employees on policies and procedures. Verified and processed insurance