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Dayton, Oh, Us

Alexandria, Va, Us

DCS Corporation offers advanced technology and management solutions. The Company provides cyber security, systems development and consulting services in advanced technology areas such as networks, signal deconfliction, and artificial intelligence. DCS serves military, coast guard, and homeland security throughout the United States.Our success is driven by the dedication to developing innovative technology solutions in a quality manner for our customers. We accomplish this by recruiting and retaining excellent employees, using superior tools and resources, and leveraging industry proven best practices. Our multidisciplinary teams are essential to developing the high impact solutions that Infoscitex provides.

Aptalis Pharma is a privately held, leading specialty pharmaceutical company providing innovative, effective therapies for unmet medical needs including cystic fibrosis and gastrointestinal disorders. Aptalis has manufacturing and commercial operations in the United States, the European Union and Canada, and its products include ZENPEP®, CANASA®, CARAFATE®, PYLERA®, RECTIV®, VIOKACE™, ULTRESA® LACTEOL®, DELURSAN®, PANZYTRAT®, and SALOFALK®. Aptalis also formulates and clinically develops enhanced pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products for itself and others using its proprietary technology platforms including bioavailability enhancement of poorly soluble drugs, custom release profiles, and taste-masking/orally disintegrating tablet (ODT) formulations.

Recruiting for multiple contracted client companies

Reston, Virginia, Us

Successfully led full cycle recruiting for multiple program teams. Partnered with hiring authorities to define staffing needs, create effective job postings, and identify and qualify appropriate personnel to fill open positions. Accustomed to working within a variety of contract structures (FFP, T&M, CPFF, SCA, Cost+, etc.). Partnered closely with all levels of Program Management, from Senior VP authorities to front line supervisors, to maintain existing teams and fully staff new programs. Utilizing Taleo Applicant Management System, regularly managed 90+ requisitions by relying on ongoing communication and efficiently prioritizing manager needs and requirements. Recruiting both independently and as member of teams, staffed large or enterprise level systems integration projects, typically involving ORACLE skill set requirements. Other skill set requirements included Logistics, Cyber Security, NOC and other technical support areas, Intel, various analysts and Subject Matter Experts (SME), among others. Staffing requirements encompassed all Security clearance levels; from none or NAC level to TS/SCI with Polygraph. Teamed with several CONUS Midwest Program Management Offices (PMO); e.g., USAMS, ENSA, CAPS/ACCESS, DEAMS, ECSS, JOCAS, KEYSTONE, PRPS, VLER, Et. Al.). Also supported multiple ID/IQ programs, notably from USSTRATCOM, Crane NSWC, National Capital Region (NCR), and WPAFB. Clients included DoD, USAF, Veterans Health Administration (VHA or VA), Et. Al. Responsibilities included, sourcing, recruiting, managing offer process by negotiating with and closing candidates, creation of offer letters, as well as partnering with program managers to finalize staffing plans and proposals.

Mclean, Va, Us

6-month contract recruiting role with primary role of sourcing candidates for available opportunities for team with significant potential growth. Disciplines included IT, Engineering, Military Intelligence, and Finance. Utilized web searching, social media, networking, databases, and other sourcing strategies to produce qualified candidates.

Managed all aspects of talent acquisition within this 8(a) DOD contracting company. Recruited candidates for anticipated proposal awards, solidifying contingent offers throughout. Collaborated with V.P. to define staffing requirements for multiple proposed programs. Created written job descriptions for each project and sourced potential candidates independently. Methods included networking, cold calling, and online or web searching. Sought skills sets included IT, Administrative, and various support positions (i.e., contract management, financial/cost analyst, etc.). Designed and implemented processes for staffing related issues (i.e., candidate tracking, information capture, onboarding, etc.) Functioned as Human Resources Manager in revising and creating processes and procedures for employee capture, onboarding, and legal requirements for maintaining employee records.

Fairfax, Va, Us

Developed and implemented successful recruiting processes where none had been established within Veridian office; integrated function with GDAIS procedures following acquisition in 2003. Responsible for all pre-hire functions including: consulting with hiring managers to define staffing requirements; sourcing; interviewing and qualifying candidates; and collaborating with FSO to verify or coordinate applications for security clearances; applicant tracking (manual and ATS); negotiating offers; and streamlining processes to reduce Time To Fill (TTF). Average TTF reduced from months to average of 3 weeks. Skill requirements ranged from technician level to senior management including: Engineering (electrical, sensors, aerospace, radar, systems, etc.), IT (software development, system administration, network engineer) and DOD Management: Electronic Warfare, Modeling and Simulation, Non-Destructive Inspection, E-Learning, and others within the Research and Development (R&D) community. Directly responsible for nearly 300% increase (47 to more than 140 new hires) in 2001. Consistently exceeded stated goals and received several corporate performance awards. Designated administrator for the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), and later Candidate Management System (CMS); BrassRing and Kenexa systems.

Monroe, La, Us

Instrumental in growing the newly developed recruiting department of 3 to 12 members during first year while company experienced outstanding growth. Coordinated with recruiting team members to implement effective recruiting procedures improving and formalizing existing and new processes. Partnered with Network Services and Operations managers throughout the Midwest United States to maintain staffed teams of network operators. Required skill sets typically involved Point of Presence (POP) site and Operations Center locations. Recurring requirements included networking, fiber optic installation and repair, and various engineering skills; from the technician to managerial levels. Responsibilities included: defining needs, creating job descriptions, sourcing, qualifying, and presenting candidates; managing interviews; negotiating offers; and managing personnel to date of hire. Also assisted Human Resource responsibilities as needed regarded employee relations. Utilizes PeopleSoft ATS and other recruiting applications.

Westerville, Oh, Us

Succeeded as full cycle Third Party Recruiter specializing in Information Technology (IT). Marketed services, and/or developed new business; managing client accounts from initiation of contract to collection of fees. Primary client target was region within and around Columbus, Ohio. Required IT skill sets included software engineering and development, as well as network administration and multiple disciplines of engineering. Also mentored less experienced staff and regularly conducted internal classes teaching recruiting strategies and tactics.

Bs, Psychology

Diploma, General