At Verizon, we connect millions of people, companies and communities with our powerful technology every day. We’re using our award-winning network to make breakthroughs in interactive entertainment, digital media, the Internet of Things and broadband services for customers. Whatever the future looks like, whatever the digital world promises. We will deliver. And with offices in 2,700 cities across 150 countries, you’ll find your future here. Wherever here is for you. • Partner with internal hiring managers and HR Business Partners to create recruiting strategies. • Source active and passive candidates via internal applicant tracking system (Beamery Certified), LinkedIn Recruiter, a partnered management consulting firm for outplacement of lay-offs, career events and other unique tools. • Drive recruitment process by sourcing top talent and maintaining relationships with hiring managers, HR Business Partners, and candidates. • Assist with development of new and creative sourcing/recruitment practices. • Ensure compliance against company policy and government regulations.

-Full Cycle recruitment for various corporate positions, including C-Level Executives, Technical, Financial Sales and Marketing positions.-Partnered with clients to create, develop and execute recruiting plans and strategies to attract top talent.-Developed and managed job postings on various recruiting sites such as Indeed, Career builder, Linkedin and Indeed.-Sourced and reviewed resumes for appropriate skills, experience and knowledge as they related to position requirements.-Conducted phone screens, in-person interviews, references, background checks plus skill and assessments.

- Developed recruiting strategy and hiring processes for Sales Force team and provided recommendations with detailed analysis of each candidate scheduled for a 2nd interview with a Sales Director.- Monitored the performance of existing sourcing methods, targeted advertising campaigns while introducing new ones in order to maintain a competitive edge in the industry,- Served as subject matter expert in all hiring activities: engagement, on-boarding, social media blogging, email campaigns and company branding.- Implemented pre-employment screening process to include; assessments, background checks and evaluation of behavioral interview responses.\

-Coordinated all aspects of talent selection; inquiries, employment agreements, onboarding, etc..-Headed up the recruiting efforts for “quota crunching” Account Executives and Sales Managers across the U.S. and Canada within expected time-to-fill and cost-per-hire..-Served as subject matter expert in all hiring activities; interviewing, engagement, on-boarding, social media.-Managed applicant tracking system and maintained accurate and current data.-Supervised, trained and oversaw performance of the Recruiting team.

Holland Square Group, Nashville, TN-Possess exemplary customer service and interpersonal skills needed to assist in finding the best and brightest talent for various clients throughout the U.S. -Updated and maintained recruiting activity via ATS.(Direct Report brought me with him when he switched firms)Talent Resource Group (TRG) Charleston, SC- Generated leads for the sales division and placed high-end technical professionals in Information Technology Industry for Government agencies.- Developed and executed comprehensive search strategies to recruit senior and niche candidates in highly specialized areas in a time-sensitive and metrics-oriented environment. - Recruited and placed candidates in multiple locations for contract, contract-to-hire and full-time positions for all IT positions.- Established and maintained professional relationships with candidates and clients on a regular basis. Career Developers, Inc. Ramsey, NJ- Responsible for developing and building relationships with clients and applicants while maintaining steady stream of business. Ie. - Brought in new business to include clients in various industries; game development, hedge funds, financial services, logistics and shipping, etc.- Responsible for the full recruiting life cycle; sourcing, qualifying, interviewing candidates, scheduling, collaborating feedback between client and candidate, compensation negotiations, closing candidates and drove process to conclusion.

- Managed the day to day functions of HR department in an Internet start-up environment built from scratch.- Author of Employee Handbook including policies and procedures, benefits and more.- Developed creative cost-effective recruiting strategies for technical and non-technical talent.- Managed the hiring of technical, management, creative and business administration in combination with consultants -Established and maintained organizational structure, space and equipment. - Oversaw and coached Management on HR-related matters such as; HR Law, Interview skills training, performance evaluations, benefits and administration, new hire orientation, - Provided unique oversight for employee relations and liaised with internal legal on all issues when needed, including Immigration and Visa sponsorship.- Performed needs analysis, researched, implemented and trained users on HRIS that interfaced with payroll, benefits that generated detailed human resource reports.- Maintained billing data for all outside vendors with full accuracy.

-Initiated a competitive and results-oriented recruiting operation.-Established a recruiting process with strategic direction and goal setting, generating reports for tracking and analysis that streamlined communication within organization.- Delivered recruiting results and HR support to departments; Project Management, Strategic Services, Creative and Technology.

• Sourced, recruited and hired (109 new ee's in 1997) employees for; Marketing Associate program, Brand Management, Technology, Creative, Finance, Internet group, etc. while maintaining a cost per/hire below industry standard.• Initiated Internet Recruiting relations and managed budget for other traditional advertisement and job fairs.• Instrumental in selection process of internal candidacy from job postings, promotions and succession planning.• Provided coaching expertise to new managers as they related to; performance management, corrective action, employee relations, career development, compensation administration and company policies and procedures.

• Provided Human Resources consultation and support on HR initiatives in the areas of employee relations, administration, performance management and legal compliance. • Coached leadership team on performance management issues and the creation and implementation of performance improvement plans. • Partnered with HR Team to develop and implement company-wide people programs and processes. • Managed on-boarding process for NY, FL and other remote employees

-Sourced, recruited and hired exempt and non-exempt level positions for; Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, Compliance, Security Operations, Credit, Legal and Executive Administration.-Assisted with college recruitment and coordination of Semi-Annual Broker Training program.-Conducted training workshops; Performance Management, 401K, Sexual Harassment, Violence in the Workplace and Diversity.- Performed job analysis, surveyed compensation and made salary recommendations accordingly.-Oversaw the communication and administration of two benefit open enrollments.- Presented new hire Orientation and counseled employees on benefit-related issues.- Acted as liaison with Immigration Lawyer regarding sponsorship of hired, non-US citizens.