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Work History
Education
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Bethany Brown

Rogers,AR
Bethany Brown

Summary

Results-driven HR and experienced Talent Acquisition professional with a proven record of leadership and success in managing competing priorities with a positive, solution-oriented approach. A collaborative team player with a passion for enhancing employee engagement, building strong relationships, and driving process improvements. Committed to continuous personal and professional growth, with a focus on contributing to team and organizational success. Always seeking opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and deliver impactful results.

Skills

  • Expertise in Applicant Tracking Systems (Paylocity, UKG, GRS, and other internal systems)
  • Data-driven decision-making and storytelling
  • Strategic sourcing and recruitment tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, ATS systems, Handshake, manual tracking and more
  • HR strategy and change management
  • Offer creation, delivery and negotiation
  • Targeted Recruiting and Marketing campaigns (LinkedIn, Indeed, JobTarget, Constant Contact, MailChimp, Canva, and more)
  • Talent management and compensation analysis
  • Employee relations and performance management
  • Job description development and management
  • Vendor Contract Management and relationships

Work History

Rausch Coleman Homes

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
05.2024 - 09.2024

Job overview

  • Managed Applicant Tracking System (ATS) using Paylocity for recruitment processes
  • Conducted phone screens and interviews for positions across various levels and departments in the Real Estate industry, including Land Development, Government & Public Affairs, Sales, Administrative, and Finance/Accounting, supporting 11 divisions in 7 states
  • Sourced and promoted job openings through platforms such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and JobTarget
  • Prepared recruitment reports and analytics for Senior Leadership proactively suggesting process improvements
  • Initiated collaboration with organization Leadership to level set and improve Recruitment strategy and targeted sourcing efforts
  • Administered pre-employment assessments, including Zero Risk, DISC, and SPQ evaluations
  • Job Description updates, discrepancy tracking, and recommendations to People team leadership

Benchmark Group

Corporate Recruiter/HR Management Support
12.2021 - 05.2024

Job overview

  • Managed ATS (UKG/Kronos) to oversee recruitment for all positions in AR & TX offices, handling an average of 35-60 open requisitions
  • Collaborated with Leadership to define project needs and candidate qualifications for Technical, IT, Support, Engineering, Architecture, Construction, and Executive/C-Suite roles
  • Successfully sourced/recruited VP of Architecture/Business Development for the Houston office
  • Conducted applicant screening and interviews across all levels
  • Represented the company at career fairs, campus events, and other award, networking, or community events (Arkansas Best in Business, CAC annual fundraising event, etc.)
  • Developed and updated job descriptions in collaboration with business leaders
  • Designed and executed advertising campaigns for job postings across digital platforms, including LinkedIn, Indeed, Monster, Handshake, and niche-specific sites
  • Spearheaded, implemented, & promoted new Intern Housing Stipend Program in 2023, securing Executive support and expanding hiring reach/interest outside of primary local market
  • Provided backup support to HR Manager in areas such as performance improvement plans, career coaching, and employee relations
  • Conducted strategic sourcing through LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and manual tracking methods
  • Managed the creation, delivery, and negotiation of offers
  • Led recruitment marketing campaigns using LinkedIn, Indeed, Handshake, MailChimp, Canva, and more
  • Conducted compensation analysis and managed talent across departments
  • Oversaw vendor contracts and background checks, MVR reports, and employment verifications
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams in Marketing, Engineering, Architecture, Training, and Executive Leadership on key projects
  • Planned team & company wide events
  • Recruiting Project Management including budget tracking & adherence
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and talent management strategies
  • Community outreach with schools and organizations to promote STEM education and cultivate relationships fostering early career exploration, promoting E&A industry interest and creating mentorship opportunities for students/staff (RHS Robotics team project, University Subject Matter Expert speaking events, Summer intern Program, etc.)
  • Training/Onboarding new staff

Benchmark Group

Executive Assistant
01.2018 - 12.2021

Job overview

  • Provided Support to Executive VP of People Operations/Support & 250 - 300 Staff Members for all offices (AR & TX)
  • Technical writing for website, policies and other internal/external resources
  • Job Description Management
  • Partnered with Marketing and IT teams for internal website content creation and updates (Wordpress/CANVA)
  • Data & Analysis reporting and storytelling for Leadership and Executives
  • Organized & led company projects & events, Utilized regularly to aid cross-functional teams including HR/Recruiting, Production, Marketing, Training & Development, IT, Travel, etc
  • Created & maintained department/company budget reporting
  • Facilitated new hire orientation as primary back-up for Training & Development team
  • Coordinated, organized, and maintained Safety Team selection, communications, policies, safety maps, etc
  • Conducted staff surveys & produced reports for senior leadership
  • Managed job shadow program with local high school/college students
  • Created, implemented and managed weekly rotational Food Truck Program for employees with Executive buy in
  • Created PowerPoint presentations regularly for Executives and cross-functional teams
  • Maintained floor plan updates & Org Structure Charts (Visio/Powerpoint)
  • Event Planning Team for staff events partnering with Marketing, HR, & executive leadership

Walmart Corporate Office

HR Analyst II/Training & Development Management
01.2016 - 01.2017

Job overview

  • Managed vendor contracts in partnership with the Walmart Legal team
  • Handled intake requests for training programs and initiatives
  • Conducted training surveys and generated data/analytics reports, including skill gap analysis using Metrics that Matter and Excel
  • Organized a large-scale Training & Development event for 2,000+ associates, overseeing vendor management and contract implementation
  • Conducted interviews for new hires
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams within the IT sector to enhance and support internal and external business relationships
  • Served as point of contact for internal training platforms, managing utilization for individual contributors, leadership roles, and team development (Pathgather, Pluralsight, Udemy, etc.)

Walmart Corporate Office

HR Analyst I/Merchandising
01.2013 - 01.2016

Job overview

  • Facilitated New Hire Orientation and I-9 verification on a rotational schedule
  • Acted as the primary point of contact for associate HR issues, including payroll, open door concerns, and other employee matters
  • Provided regular HR data and analytics reports to HR Directors and Executives
  • Administered and managed processes for associate needs, including leaves of absence (LOAs), disability, worker’s compensation, benefits, terminations, and payroll
  • Managed ATS (Global Recruiting System) for department positions
  • Led an organizational process improvement team to develop a training program, tools, and a reference site for Corporate Administrative Assistants, engaging key stakeholders
  • Generated and presented data and analytics reports using Tableau for leadership and executives.

Participated in a leadership-invited HR business networking group, collaborating on cross-department practice sharing

  • Served as point of contact for the Summer Internship Program, supporting intern onboarding and summer project presentations

Managed ATS requisition creation, routing, and leadership approvals, including resume vetting and offer creation

  • Assisted HR leadership with new hire interviews and recruitment processes
  • Participated in performance issue investigations, open door inquiries, and exit interviews alongside senior leadership
  • Planned and organized team and employee events

Walmart Corporate Office

Senior Recruiting Coordinator
01.2012 - 01.2013

Job overview


  • Conducted candidate phone screens
  • Managed new hire onboarding, including required documentation, communication, travel/relocation arrangements, and pre-employment assessments
  • Assisted with PERM recruitment by collaborating with program leads and outside legal counsel, ensuring compliance with tracking and program requirements for employee sponsorship
  • Conducted interviews and partnered with the Senior Recruiter to coordinate the selection process
  • Planned and coordinated company events
  • Vetted top talent to support IT staffing needs for a global retailer
  • Participated in the Annual Intern Program, assisting with event coordination, interviews, and offer creation/extensions

Twice Born Design

Sales/Social Media/Marketing Manager
01.2010 - 01.2012

Job overview

  • Initiated new quote and customer order requests, collaborating with the graphic design team to ensure customer satisfaction and timely delivery
  • Managed social media channels and developed ads for targeted marketing campaigns
  • Consistently recognized as the top in-house sales representative
  • Represented the company and promoted services at national trade shows
  • Developed new staff training content and trained new staff
  • Cold calling & onsite visits with local businesses, schools, camps, and religious organizations/institutions to promote community outreach, services, promotions and sales

JB Hunt Transportation

Recruiter
01.2006 - 01.2010

Job overview

  • Recruited company drivers
  • Established and cultivated relationships with business key stakeholders
  • Assisted in application processing, background checks and provided Recruitment reports as needed
  • Invited and participated on special projects and teams as requested (Independent Contractor recruitment, Dedicated lanes, Internet recruiting, etc.)
  • Created company branded Recruitment campaigns to attract talent and ensure secured hiring goal of 3+ new hires weekly

ENT Center of the Ozarks

Medical Assistant
01.2005 - 01.2006

Job overview

  • Patient intake
  • Prepared physicians' medical transcriptions for patient files
  • Processed Insurance & Billing info
  • Assist with medical procedures as needed
  • Medical record updates and filing adhering to HIPPA and ensuring patient confidentiality

Athletic World Advertising

Sales Rep
01.2004 - 01.2005

Job overview

  • Served as National Sales Rep for junior highs, high schools, and university sports calendars advertisement packages
  • Ranked consistently in Monthly top sales performers and awards recipients
  • Cold calling

ICT Group

Supervisor
01.2002 - 01.2004

Job overview

  • Supervised team of 50+ Customer Service reps for Wells Fargo & Bank of America mortgage loan processing, credit cards and personal/business lines of credit
  • Conducted reporting, Quality Assurance reviews, & handled escalated customer calls/complaints

Education

Northwest Arkansas Community College/University of Arkansas Bentonville, AR

AA General Studies
05.2011

University Overview

GPA: 3.0, Initial Legal focus/General Studies degree

Rogers High School Rogers, AR

High School Diploma
05.2002

University Overview

  • Vice President of Political Awareness & Current Events
  • Model UN National Team
  • State Mock Trial Champion Team
  • Girls State electee
  • Student Government
  • Newspaper Staff (Columist)
  • National Thespian member
  • AP coursework

Certification

FRANKLIN COVEY/WALMART LEADERSHIP FOUNDATIONS CERTIFICATION


Courses included:


  • DALE CARNEGIE - BREAKTHROUGH TO SUCCESS
  • FIERCE CONVERSATIONS
  • BIRKMAN LEADERSHIP ASSESSMENT
  • HOW TO WIN FRIENDS & INFLUENCE PEOPLE
  • HIGH IMPACT PRESENTATIONS

Software

Microsoft Office Suite

CANVA

Wordpress

Mondaycom

UKG

Paylocity

LinkedIn Recruiter

Visio

Areasofprovenperformance

Areasofprovenperformance
  • Communication & Relationship Building
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Stakeholder Management & Collaboration
  • Team Leadership & Mentorship
  • Process Improvements
  • Training & Development
  • Servant Leadership
  • HR and Recruiting Data Analytics & Storytelling
  • Budget Reporting & adherence

Overview

23
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
Bethany Brown