SUMMARY

• Highly skilled Sr. IT Recruiter with extensive years’ experience with Full Life-Cycle recruiting for both technical and Security positions.
• Experience working within government and defense (DoD) environment.
• Perform high volume full-life cycle recruiting activities for multiple divisions while supporting 20+ hiring managers and 80+ positions for full-time permanent employees
• Extensive background in networking and identifying IT professionals, to include Security Engineers, Information Assurance Specialists, C&A Specialists, Systems Engineers, Network Engineers, Developers, Technical Writers and Project and Program Managers.
• Extensive recruiting experience with a strong analytical background and Account Management experience with solid relationship development skills, sales and negotiating skills with the ability to communicate effectively.
• Maintained a thorough knowledge of full, lifecycle recruiting and be familiar with using multiple Internet databases, an ATS system and the ability to network within the government contracting sector to develop candidate flow.
• Work with various clearance levels (Secret, Top Secret, SSBI, SCI, Lifestyle, and CI Poly) to support Orbital’s government contracts.
• Recruiting and hiring candidates in state and out-of-state for contract, contract-to-hire and permanent placement in various industries.
• Strong closing skills and the ability to identify candidates for challenging and difficult job requirements.
• Proficient using advanced resume searches and networking tools utilizing various job boards to include Clearance Jobs, Recruiter LinkedIn, Career Builder, Bullhorn and others.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Highly Experienced in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, PeopleSoft, Resumeware, Vurv, PrimaVera, QuickBooks, Sendouts, Recruitmax, Taleo, WebRecruiter, Vurv, Cyber Recruiter, Kenexa Oracle.
• HR Profile (ADP), Auto Pay (ADP), Easy Pay (ADP), EZ Labor Manager (Time & Attendance Software), HTML, Outlook, Access, Lawson HR, MS Word, PowerPoint, UltiPro.
• Software Languages / Web Development: Java, J2EE, JavaScript, JMS, JBOSS, XML, EJB, DB2, C#, MS SQL, PHP, HTML5, CSS3, WebSphere, Weblogic, TIBCO, PEGA, TeamSite, .NET, SharePoint, Ruby on Rails, VMWare, Python Operating Systems/Platforms: Unix, Linux, RedHat, iOS, Windows Databases: Oracle, MySQL, DB2, PeopleSoft, SAP, SharePoint

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Lead Technical Recruiter

• Successfully lead a team of 7 IT recruiters perform high volume full-life cycle recruiting activities for multiple divisions while supporting 20+ hiring managers and 80+ positions for full-time permanent employees
• Follow strict interpretation of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) recruitment guidelines.
• As lead recruiter I manage weekly recruiting metrics with regards to recruiting and manpower management.
• Recruit at all levels of operations for engineers, business development, finance, accounting, corporate, mechanical and satellite operations from Associate to Senior Management level positions.
• Engage with passive candidates through a wide variety sources such as technical user groups, social networks, alumni associations, complex Boolean searches and using innovative search techniques such as URL peel back, X-raying, Domain Searches and Web flipping
• Assist in the college recruitment plan to increase entry level employees; targeted the top 5 engineering schools in the country, attend college fairs, contact professors, aid in setting up information sessions, and develop rapport with students.
• Work with various clearance levels (Secret, Top Secret, SSBI, SCI, Lifestyle, and CI Poly) to support Orbital’s government contracts.
• Responsible for working with outside vendors and temporary agencies to fill positions within short time frames, negotiate billing rates and contractual agreements.

Sr.Lead Technical Recruiter

• As senior lead recruiter, supervised 11 IT recruiters ensuring they Own full life cycle recruiting process: recruiting and hiring candidates in state and out-of-state for contract, contract-to-hire and permanent placement in various industries.
• Practice numerous sourcing strategies including ad placement, position postings, direct sourcing/cold calling and networking to develop a qualified pool of candidates.
• Place high-end technical professionals including Process Engineers, Oracle DBA’s, Network Engineers, QA Testers, Project Managers, Technical Leads and Business Systems Analysts.
• Subject Matter Expert of sourcing and providing creative /financial resources including: Graphic Designers, Web Developers, Web Content Managers, and Accountants.
• Manage and create strategic job postings and monitor job boards to ensure postings are current.
• Manage and maintain accurate records in Excel and the applicant tracking system and produced reports on all phases of the recruitment process.
• Train internal hires on processes and the use of the applicant tracking system for recruiting needs.
• Prepare resumes for presentation to clients and coach candidates throughout the interview process.
• Participate in conference calls with hiring managers to understand the business needs. Submit candidates resumes into various vendor management systems.
• Conduct in house interviews, administer tests, develop and promote feedback mechanisms to provide candidates the necessary tools to interview successfully.
• Work with Account Managers to ensure background checks and other related recruiting documents are routed for successful onboarding of new hires.
• Proactively maintain candidate pipelines, stay abreast of trends and recruiting techniques in order to be competitive in recruiting practices. Participate in job fairs and seminars to promote industry awareness.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) of Resumate database: provided training and kept database up to date.

Senior Team Lead Corporate Recruiter 

• Consulted with managers to identify hiring objectives and manage the life cycle recruiting process.
• Lead a team of 30 contract recruiters developed sourcing strategies utilizing various tools including the internet, resume databases, employee referrals, networking events and career fairs to identify qualified candidates.
• Developed recruiting strategies for identifying qualified technical personnel with active security clearances of all levels.
• Screened, interview and present qualified candidates to hiring managers for positions across different practices and contracts, including IT (Sr. Systems Engineer, Systems Integrated Engineer, Network Services Team Lead, Telecommunications Team Lead, Systems Administrator, Web Design, Software Engineer), Finance Manager, Intelligence Analyst, Logistics and Armed Security Guards.
• Coordinated interviews both locally and off site with hiring managers.
• Conducted reference checks for all candidates and submit background check and drug testing to third party vendors.
• Utilized and update Cyber Recruiter applicant tracking system and database regularly.
• Drafted offer letters, extend verbal offers and negotiate salaries with candidates.
• Coordinate and participate in job fairs, open houses and other networking and other off-site recruiting events.
• Developed new procedures to streamline recruiting and candidate tracking process.
• Qualified and prioritize new job orders from clients.
• Government contracts/proposals supported include National Geospatial Intelligence Agency (NGA), SOCOM, SOUTHCOM, INSCOM, GTMO, US Customs and Border.

Recruiter

• Full lifecycle candidate management for ATSC. Including pipeline recruiting and ongoing relationship maintenance of existing candidates specializing in but not limited to (Sys. Admin, Oracle, PL/SQL, Java, .NET, Project Leads, Business Analysts, Tech Leads, etc.).
• Negotiate compensation and other employment terms with candidates.
• Technically qualify skills and experience of candidates by interviewing, technically testing performance
• Maintain constant communication with Hiring Managers through all phases of the process
• Evaluating candidates fit and abilities for particular positions
• Thoroughly prepare candidates for interviews by having an in-depth knowledge of client company, position, initiatives and business strategy of the organization
• Thoroughly prepare and debrief candidates through each stage of the interview process.
• Document all work in company database system.
• Source passive and active candidates for requirements
• Utilize and remain current with proactive sourcing and recruiting techniques and strategies.
• Employ all aspects in daily recruiting.

Sr. Technical Recruiter

• Interfaced with the hiring manager, candidate, and Human Resources partner throughout the full-life cycle of the recruiting process ensuring effective communication and to achieve better conversion rates with qualified, available, and interested talent
• Methods of recruiting involve networking, job posting responses, referrals; direct source recruiting, existing applicant tracking database and a variety of internet resume job boards.
• This includes constant cold calling, heavy phone work. Experience working with Internet based recruiting tools (i.e.: Monster, DICE, Hot Jobs, etc.)
• Recruit qualified applicants for Information Technology and Engineering related job openings. Recruited candidates for permanent openings as well as for contract and contract-for-hire
• Recruit for a variety of IT requisitions: Software Developers, Software Engineers, Web Developers, Java/J2EE Developers, Project/Program Managers, Systems Administrators/Engineers, Network Administrators/Engineers, QA/Test Engineers, Business Analysts, Help Desk, Data Warehousing, Database Administrators, Unix Administrators, Application Developers, .NET Developers,
• Recruit for a variety of engineering requisitions Electrical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Industrial Engineers, Quality Engineers, Design Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Project Engineers/Managers, Maintenance Managers/Supervisors, Packaging Engineers, Six Sigma Black Belts, Process Engineers, R&D Engineers
• Research and identify companies for recruitment opportunities and for marketing permanent and contract services
• Develop clients through cold calls, sales presentations, and referrals.
• Responsible for business development and generating new accounts. Maintain clients through regular on site visits
• Develop staffing strategies and provide consultation on implementation
• Conduct reference checks, verify degrees, schedule drug testing and provide previous employment verification

Recruiter

• Performed complete staffing functions for the Capital Recruiting team
• Sourced and interviewed candidates with TS clearance for positions within F.B.I. nationally.
• Recruit for a variety of IT requisitions: Software Developers, Software Engineers, Web Developers, Java/J2EE Developers, Project/Program Managers, Systems Administrators/Engineers, Network Administrators/Engineers, QA/Test Engineers, Business Analysts, Help Desk, Data Warehousing, Database Administrators, Unix Administrators, Application Developers, .NET Developers
• Maintained candidate information in Resumeware Recruit qualified applicants for Information Technology and Engineering related job openings.
• Recruited candidates for permanent openings as well as for contract and contract-for-hire
• Planned needs assessments for ongoing requisition loads.
• Worked closely with hiring managers from various locations across the capital area.
• Maintained a thorough knowledge of full, lifecycle recruiting and be familiar with using multiple Internet databases, an ATS system and the ability to network within the government contracting sector to develop candidate flow.
• Worked in an environment that required knowledge of cleared candidates and the necessary paperwork flow that is a requirement of the hiring process.

Full Life Cycle Recruiter

• Source, screen, pre-qualify and interview all candidates in person to determine compatibility with individual client requirements. Negotiate placement fees.
• Responsible for extending offers, negotiating and closing the candidates
• Specialized in placing technical, administrative, manufacturing, warehousing, defense, and engineering professionals
• Manage client staff recruitment functions by developing and implementing recruitment strategies and interviewing guidelines
• Responsible for invoicing and collecting (AP/AR) payments from outstanding account balances
• Analyze the information provided on a prospective candidate’s resume to ensure correct placement
• Establish over 250 new client contacts for temporary and permanent placement
• Work collaboratively with mangers to ensure that a high caliber staff was hired in a timely manner
• Recruit over 50 professionals via the internet, networking events and referrals
• Handle employment verification, reference checks, background checks and drug screening procedures
• Perform weekly quality checks on all temporary employees

Benefits Administrator

• Responded to HR related queries through written and oral correspondence.
• Coordinated a team that provides HR related information to Transportation and Securities Administration employees.
• Recruit qualified applicants for Information Technology and Engineering related job openings.
• Recruited candidates for permanent openings as well as for contract and contract-for-hire.
• Rectified grievances, labor relation queries, and escalated issues.
• Developed policies, procedures, and process flow to encourage effective and efficient management.
• Assisted with COBRA processing, and provided information to Federal employees on FMLA, Health Benefits, STD, Thrift Savings Plans, Federal Retirement Options, and resolved claims and eligibility issues.
• Processed employment applications, benefit enrollment forms, compensation, informational and other confidential forms.

Full Lifecycle Recruiter

• Source, screen, pre-qualify and interview all candidates in person to determine compatibility with individual client requirements.
• Negotiate placement fees.
• Responsible for extending offers, negotiating and closing the candidates.
• Processed new hire benefit enrollments.
• Analyzed and efficiently rectified all Human Resource queries.
• Recruited and trained a team of highly qualified benefit administrators that could efficiently rectify a variety of H.R. related issues.
• Developed and implemented strategic staffing and recruitment plans to ensure selection of highly qualified personnel.
• Monitored activities of the Human Resources support team to ensure compliance with H.R. policies and procedures.
• Provided training on sexual harassment and diversity.
• Scheduled employees leave requests so as to minimize impact on daily operational ability of the call center.
• Conducted staff meetings efficiently and performed employee evaluations fairly.
• Comprehensively prepared administrative reports, termination letters, and maintained employee records.
• Sustained knowledge of Federal law amendments related to health benefits, performance and/ or conduct issues.