ANITA ELMS
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dynamic human resource professional with extensive experience in employee relations, recruitment and candidate engagement, strategic planning, and talent development. Skilled in developing and implementing strategic recruitment strategies, utilizing social media platforms to engage with potential candidates, and successfully identifying and recruiting top-tier talent to meet organizational objectives. Proven track record in planning, coordinating, and managing HR programs, while effectively supervising operations and resources to align with company missions and values.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Recruiter
ROBERT HALF STAFFING
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Company Overview: Robert Half connects employers and Job seekers to staff positions in finance, law, technology and more
- Implemented a new recruitment strategy for Higher Education client that resulted in 25% increase in the number of qualified candidates and a 15% decrease in time-to-hire
- Developed and maintained relationships with hiring managers resulting in a 20% increase in hiring manager satisfaction scores
- Negotiated job offers and salary packages, resulting in a 10% increase in offer acceptance rates
- Robert Half connects employers and Job seekers to staff positions in finance, law, technology and more
Sourcing Recruiter
RANGE GENERATION NEXT, LLC
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Company Overview: RGNext is a joint venture of Raytheon Company and General Dynamics Information Technology that provides customers with excellence in range services
- Identified, engaged, activated, and nurtured top talent through traditional techniques and unconventional means
- Developed deep understanding of our talent segments to proactively build long term – pipeline in a globally competitive market
- Participated in innovative sourcing strategies that delivered an always-on pipeline of quality hires that reflects our communities
- RGNext is a joint venture of Raytheon Company and General Dynamics Information Technology that provides customers with excellence in range services
Talent Acquisition Consultant-Partnership with CNA Insurance
RANDSTAD SOURCERIGHT
05.2021 - 02.2023
- Company Overview: Randstad Sourceright is a leader in providing Global Talent Management
- Placed high-end technical professionals in the Information Technology Industry in contract and full-time positions
- Specialized in Software Engineers/Architects (Distributed and Mainframe), Database Architects/Developers/Administrators, Network/System/Security Engineers, Web Developers, Quality Assurance/Test Engineers, Technical Program/Product/Project Managers, Development Managers, and Business Analysts
- Source applicants through online channels, such as LinkedIn and other professional networks
- Create job descriptions and interview questions that reflect the requirements for each position
- Plan interview and selection procedures, including screening calls, assessments, and in-person interviews
- Coordinate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs in different areas and departments
- Randstad Sourceright is a leader in providing Global Talent Management
Talent Acquisition Consultant- Partnership with Allstate
RANDSTAD SOURCERIGHT
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Company Overview: Randstad Sourceright is a leader in providing Global Talent Management
- Leveraged Indeed, Wallstreet Jobs, and LinkedIn to identify and engage with qualified candidates
- Maintained an average of forty requisitions
- Developed rapport with Agency owners-engaged weekly to advise on candidates or job updates
- Experienced with SuccessFactors and Salesforce- used for applicant/application tracking management
- Supported requisitions in PST, CST, and EST time zones
- Facilitated the Licensing and Binding authority of ten hires in six months
- Randstad Sourceright is a leader in providing Global Talent Management
HR Recruiter
COMMAND POST TECHNOLOGIES
04.2019 - 05.2021
- Company Overview: (CPT) is a leader in the Defense Services field specializing in Cyber Operations, Joint Test & Evaluation (JT&E), Leadership Development, and Training & Exercise Support
- Owned the full cycle of technical talent recruitment process delivering high quality and high-speed results
- Partnered with hiring managers to consult on hiring requirements, creating job descriptions to ensure the right fit of candidates
- Leveraged traditional methods of sourcing and social networking, job boards and other channels to identify potential candidates and build talent pipelines
- Managed and streamlined the entire selection process - sourcing, screening, interview scheduling, feedback consolidation, compensation negotiation, hiring documentation, onboarding
- Focused on creating a positive candidate experience throughout the sourcing and selection process
- (CPT) is a leader in the Defense Services field specializing in Cyber Operations, Joint Test & Evaluation (JT&E), Leadership Development, and Training & Exercise Support
Human Resource Manager
BRASFOND USA
12.2018 - 04.2019
- Company Overview: Brasfond USA focuses on developing customized equipment and procedures, enabling the Brasfond Group to meet any challenge from underground projects
- Streamlined internal functions resulting in 60% improvement in staff training advantage through implementation of robust training program focused on HR techniques and methodologies
- Credited with capturing $200K in overhead costs tied to operations and compensation during tenure while increasing employee morale
- Analyzed and restructured salary grades consistent with industry standard, including thorough evaluation of job descriptions
- Brasfond USA focuses on developing customized equipment and procedures, enabling the Brasfond Group to meet any challenge from underground projects
HR Consultant (1099)
05.2016 - 12.2018
- Worked as a contractor for the following companies: AMSEC LLC, Macy’s, Front Row Entertainment, Dynamic Global Group and Manhattan Maintenance
- Communicated, trained, and interpreted human resource policies and procedures to establish uniform understanding
- Provided specialized project administration including analyzing data, in-depth research, evaluation, and recommendations to management on department projects
- Created and managed corporate job description database
- Served as liaison with assigned areas to coordinate the HR needs including staffing and succession planning, employee relations, consolidations and divestitures, information dissemination and policy review
Human Resource Business Partner III
TAPESTRY SOLUTIONS
09.2015 - 02.2016
- Company Overview: Develops custom software and provides training, consulting, and support services to commercial and government customers
- Participated in multiple salary surveys throughout the year ranging from Executive, MM&P, and international surveys
- Analyzed results to determine the competitiveness of the company compensation package
- Conducted detailed investigations into complex employee relations issues and recommended solutions that are in alignment with the Company's core values
- Facilitated a 10% decrease in turnover through intensive retention analysis and management training
- Conducted exit interviews and responded to unemployment claims; represent Wireless Advocates during unemployment appeals hearings
- Develops custom software and provides training, consulting, and support services to commercial and government customers
Education
Master of Arts - Human Resources Development
WEBSTER UNIVERSITY
St. Louis, MO01.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice, Psychology
COLUMBIA COLLEGE
Savannah, GA01.2006
Skills
- Employee Relations
- Compensation & Benefits
- Talent Acquisition
- Orientation
- Compliance
- Succession Planning
- Workforce Planning
- Employee Sustainment
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Recruitment & Training
- HRIS Systems
- Sourcing
Affiliations
Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), 2008
Timeline
Senior Recruiter
ROBERT HALF STAFFING
05.2024 - 07.2024
Sourcing Recruiter
RANGE GENERATION NEXT, LLC
04.2023 - 03.2024
Talent Acquisition Consultant-Partnership with CNA Insurance
RANDSTAD SOURCERIGHT
05.2021 - 02.2023
Talent Acquisition Consultant- Partnership with Allstate
RANDSTAD SOURCERIGHT
05.2021 - 10.2021
HR Recruiter
COMMAND POST TECHNOLOGIES
04.2019 - 05.2021
Human Resource Manager
BRASFOND USA
12.2018 - 04.2019
HR Consultant (1099)
05.2016 - 12.2018
Human Resource Business Partner III
TAPESTRY SOLUTIONS
09.2015 - 02.2016
Master of Arts - Human Resources Development
WEBSTER UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice, Psychology
COLUMBIA COLLEGE
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