Amanda Miracle
Portland,TN
Summary
Professional talent acquisition specialist with robust background in identifying and engaging top talent. Expertise in managing full-cycle recruitment processes and building strong candidate relationships. Known for collaborative team efforts and adaptability to dynamic hiring needs. Skilled in strategic sourcing and candidate assessment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruiter
Acuity International
10.2023 - Current
- Managing the hiring and selection process for Project and Construction Management positions for the Federal Government (USACE, Department of Defense, DOE, etc.).
- Recruitment of Executive Corporate positions that support the Federal Government Contracts
- Full Cycle Recruitment of Candidates
- Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
- Attended job fair events that attracted diverse talent pools, increasing the company''s reach within local communities.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
- Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
- Monitored recruitment metrics to identify areas for improvement and implemented changes accordingly.
- Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
- Conducted phone and video interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both candidates and clients, fostering long-term partnerships.
- Created engaging job postings that accurately reflected position requirements while showcasing company culture.
- Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
- Increased candidate placements by developing and maintaining relationships with clients and candidates.
- Partnered with HR teams to determine workforce planning needs, aligning recruitment efforts with business objectives.
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Implemented sourcing strategies to discover top talent in competitive markets.
- Leveraged LinkedIn recruiter tool to broaden network connections and identify passive candidates.
Contract Recruiter
RCM Technologies, People Scout, Kelly Services
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Contract recruitment for Healthcare, Retail, Hospitality and Manufacturing positions.
- Developed strong understanding of industries served, allowing for targeted recruiting efforts for specialized positions.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
- Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
- Organized job fair events that attracted diverse talent pools, increasing the company's reach within local communities.
- Utilizing direct sourcing concepts and systems to obtain candidates.
- Monitored recruitment metrics to identify areas for improvement and implemented changes accordingly.
- Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Streamlined communication between candidates and hiring managers, leading to higher satisfaction on both sides.
- Collaborated with internal teams to address specific recruitment challenges and develop tailored solutions.
- Implemented sourcing strategies to discover top talent in competitive markets.
- Leveraged LinkedIn recruiter tool to broaden network connections and identify passive candidates.
- Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.
Office Manager
Culver’s
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
- Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
- Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Improved team morale and cohesion with regular team-building activities and open communication channels.
- Spearheaded community outreach initiatives, improving company's local reputation and engagement.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
Driver
Huntley School District
05.2016 - 11.2019
- Maintained Illinois Commercial Driver's License B to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Retained bus system, route and stop knowledge for informative customer advice.
- Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while keeping passengers informed of potential delays due to hazardous road situations.
- Verified cleanliness and tidiness of bus through regular cleaning.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on safety regulations and driving techniques.
- Operated large vehicles in difficult urban and rural conditions.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Maintained open communication lines with dispatchers to report any delays, accidents or emergencies encountered while on the road.
- Kept accurate records of daily logs, incident reports, maintenance checklists, and fuel consumption data for company reference.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
Assistant Director of Education
Kindercare Learning Centers
09.2011 - 07.2015
- Management of 20 staff members including their files and maintaining DCFS training guidelines, staff evaluations, reviews, and promotions.
- Developed comprehensive assessment tools to evaluate student learning outcomes and inform instructional practices.
- Strengthened faculty collaboration by fostering open communication channels and organizing regular professional development opportunities.
- Cultivated strong partnerships with local businesses, community organizations, and other stakeholders to support shared goals for student success.
- Promoted a positive school culture by advocating for inclusivity, diversity, and equity in all aspects of the educational environment.
- Enhanced curriculum development by incorporating innovative teaching strategies and diverse learning techniques.
- Increased parental involvement in educational activities by creating engaging programs, workshops, and events.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Recruited, trained and mentored faculty and staff in best practices for instruction.
- Guided teachers in incorporating differentiated instruction techniques into their lessons to cater to diverse learning styles.
- Leading regular meetings with faculty members to discuss best practices in education delivery methods; provided constructive feedback to promote improvements.
- Observed teachers and students in classrooms to gather data and improve instruction.
- Prepared action plans to address concerns discovered through classroom observations.
- Counseled and monitored at-risk students for attendance, academic progress and behavioral concerns.
- Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of 575 students and 22 instructors.
- Managed staff development initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement among educators.
- Oriented newly hired employees by providing company information, facilitating onboarding processes and establishing position-related requirements.
- Conducted phone and in person interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Conducted comprehensive reference checks to ensure the credibility of potential hires before extending offers.
Education
BA -
Aurora University
Skills
- Candidate screening
- Recruiting and sourcing
- Recruitment strategies
- Applicant tracking systems (Workday, Greenhouse, Bullhorn)
- Social media recruiting
- Full cycle recruiting
- LinkedIn sourcing
- Job description development
- Team collaboration
- Administrative skills
Timeline
Recruiter
Acuity International
10.2023 - Current
Contract Recruiter
RCM Technologies, People Scout, Kelly Services
01.2022 - 09.2023
Office Manager
Culver’s
08.2021 - 01.2022
Driver
Huntley School District
05.2016 - 11.2019
Assistant Director of Education
Kindercare Learning Centers
09.2011 - 07.2015
BA -
Aurora University
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