Collaborates with state agencies, universities, and other stakeholders to build, support and sustain a comprehensive and effective recruitment strategy for the State of North Carolina.

I consult with DHHS divisions and facilities to align talent practices with our business need, particularly in the areas of recruitment, engagement, and retention. My areas of focus include employment branding, organizational culture, ATS technical support, and strategic HR reporting.

Full cycle recruiting to staff up NC Energy Office for period of Recovery Act (ARRA) funding. •Develop recruitment strategy to expand Energy Office workforce by over 200%.•Consult with management and make recommendations for hire for over 60 new employees to include engineers, unit directors, accounting/compliance and administrative staff. •Conduct orientations, consult management on best practices for recruitment, retention, and engagement•Write job descriptions, recruit, screen and interview candidates.

Temporary position in the UNC Office of Human Resources Service Center while I conducted permanent job search•Assist University Employees with questions about employment, benefits, employee/management relations, etc.•Handle confidential records with zero tolerance for breach of privacy

Recruited for retail banking positions and served on Regional Senior Leadership Team• Led project to increase senior management team awareness of organizational culture fit, resulting in fundamental change of talent management strategy• Developed and led customized training series to increase hiring manager confidence in interviewing, selection, engagement, and diversity• Affected 7% reduction in year-over-year turnover rate by reassessing required competencies • Decreased recruiting expense by over 50% through strategic use of existing resources• Reduced time to hire by 3 weeks by streamlining interview/selection process and by developing strong talent pipeline

Managed and grew territory of $100 million in FFELP student loan volume• Developed relationships with school leadership and strategic partners through extensive cold calling• Consulted key school clients on risk management through volatile regulatory period, resulting in increased market share, while meeting corporate budget and revenue goals• Facilitated financial literacy seminars for students, increasing brand visibility on campus

Managed Federal Perkins loan servicing relationship with schools throughout US and territories• Designed and facilitated training sessions on loan program operations, Federal regulations, and new products. Led workshops, teleconferencing, and Web-based training• Led project to restructure work teams, improving efficiency in resolution of client issues

Recruited to staff short-term job vacancies and grant-funded projects• Led overhaul of background screening process to ensure EEOC compliance and mitigate risk• Increased visibility by developing relationships on campus and with local organizations