Amanda Tomasek
Chicago,IL
Summary
Results-driven Talent Acquisition Specialist with expertise in identifying and hiring top-tier talent. Developed innovative sourcing strategies and maintained a strategic recruitment pipeline while fostering strong relationships with candidates and clients. Enhanced efficiency in talent acquisition processes through data-driven approaches.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EARLY CAREER TALENT ATTRACTION SPECIALIST
American Cancer Society
10.2025 - Current
- Held full ownership of the internship program from end‑to‑end, overseeing strategy, outreach, sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and candidate communication throughout the entire process.
- Expanded internship programs by coordinating outreach, sourcing, screening, and interview logistics with university career centers to attract top candidates.
- Developed early‑career talent pipelines through partnerships with colleges, universities, and student organizations, enhancing recruitment efforts.
- Engaged diverse early‑career talent through targeted strategies on LinkedIn, job boards, career fairs, and campus events, aligning efforts with hiring priorities.
- Worked directly with students to guide and support the completion of their summer final projects, ensuring alignment with program goals and providing ongoing mentorship throughout the internship.
- Managed candidate tracking and CRM workflows to ensure accurate reporting and a seamless candidate experience.
- Supported employer branding by promoting ACS’s mission and opportunities across early‑career channels.
PERSONAL STYLIST
Nordstrom
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Curated outfits for everyday wear and special events, conducted closet audits, and recommended strategic wardrobe additions to enhance client confidence and personal style.
- Delivered personalized wardrobe guidance by assessing client preferences to create cohesive, confidence-boosting looks.
- Managed shopping experiences by pre-selecting items, coordinating fittings, and providing real-time styling support to ensure client satisfaction.
- Built strong client relationships and created digital lookbooks to enable clients to visualize and maintain a cohesive personal style.
HEALTHCARE RECRUITER
Prolink
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Oversaw full recruitment cycle, coordinating outreach, interviews, credentialing, and onboarding to streamline hiring process.
- Sourced, screened, and placed travel nurses for nationwide assignments, ensuring alignment with facility and licensure requirements.
- Cultivated relationships with nurses and clients through consistent communication and support, enhancing satisfaction and retention during assignments.
- Collaborated with compliance and account teams to facilitate timely placements, improving candidate experience and operational efficiency.
RESOURCE MANAGER INTERN
Footbridge Consulting
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Corrected errors and inconsistencies in records to uphold data integrity and support decision-making.
- Maintained accurate data across internal systems, ensuring reliability and accessibility for team use.
- Organized files and tracked information to streamline administrative workflows and enhance team efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to meet deadlines and support daily operational tasks.
DATA ENTRY INTERN
Velco Fending, Inc
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Entered data accurately into company databases and spreadsheets.
- Reviewed documents for accuracy and completeness before entry.
- Assisted in organizing electronic files for efficient retrieval.
- Responded to employee inquiries and prepared documentation, supporting HR team projects to facilitate effective employee relations.
- Supported HR initiatives by organizing training sessions, updating compliance materials, and implementing process improvements to streamline workflow.
HUMAN RESOURCES INTERN
American Litho
04.2020 - 12.2020
- Coordinated recruitment activities, posting jobs, screening applicants, and scheduling interviews to streamline hiring process.
- Assisted HR team with recruitment processes and candidate screening.
- Coordinated employee onboarding and orientation sessions for new hires.
- Assisted with onboarding and employee file management, ensuring accurate records in HR systems for compliance and efficiency.
- Maintained employee records and updated HR databases regularly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
PENN STATE UNIVERSITY
University Park, PA12-2022
Skills
- Talent Acquisition
- Recruitment Strategy
- Candidate Sourcing
- Talent Pipeline Development
- Project Coordination
- Process Improvement
- CRM Management
- Effective Communication
- Relationship Management
Certification
Human Resource Associate, HRCI, 2024
Timeline
EARLY CAREER TALENT ATTRACTION SPECIALIST
American Cancer Society
10.2025 - Current
PERSONAL STYLIST
Nordstrom
01.2024 - 10.2024
HEALTHCARE RECRUITER
Prolink
03.2023 - 01.2024
RESOURCE MANAGER INTERN
Footbridge Consulting
05.2022 - 09.2022
DATA ENTRY INTERN
Velco Fending, Inc
05.2021 - 08.2021
HUMAN RESOURCES INTERN
American Litho
04.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
PENN STATE UNIVERSITY