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LaShona Burton

Farmington,AR

Summary

Resourceful Regional Recruiter known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in talent acquisition strategies, applicant tracking systems, and diversity recruitment initiatives. Excels in communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving to effectively meet organizational goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Recruiter

Nhs Management
Fayetteville, AR
05.2024 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to employment and labor standards within the region.
  • Developed and implemented recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates for regional job openings.
  • Monitored applicant flow data and provided reports summarizing key metrics regarding regional recruiting activities.
  • Established relationships with external recruitment agencies to source qualified candidates.
  • Participated in industry-related conferences and seminars relevant to regional recruiting initiatives.
  • Conducted interviews with potential candidates, evaluated resumes, and coordinated background checks.
  • Analyzed market trends and competitor activity related to recruitment efforts in the region.
  • Organized and attended career fairs and other events in the region to promote the organization's brand and attract new talent.
  • Maintained accurate records of all activities related to recruitment including candidate tracking systems.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to determine needs and develop appropriate recruitment plans.
  • Researched best practices and developed innovative approaches towards enhancing regional recruitment efforts.
  • Advertised and promoted open positions using social media and digital marketing procedures.
  • Explained job duties, compensation and benefits to potential candidates.
  • Leveraged applicant tracking systems (ATS) to streamline recruitment processes.
  • Maintained candidate pipelines for high-volume roles, ensuring a constant flow of talent.
  • Worked with senior leadership to develop comprehensive recruitment strategies for long-term implementation.
  • Utilized various sourcing methods including social media, job boards, and networking events.

Career Specialist

Goodwill Industries of Arkansas
Springdale, AR
11.2021 - 04.2024
  • Assisted individuals making career-related decisions by conducting assessments to measure skills, abilities and interests.
  • Uphold a positive work environment that follows Goodwill's Amazing Customer Experience (ACE) culture, Values, and Mission in everything you do and every interaction you have with co-workers, clients, customers and management.
  • Developed career and education plans based on individual needs.
  • Worked with team to continuously improve career and placement opportunities for clients
  • Connected with business with community partners to build relationships and increase opportunities for clients.
  • Consulted with clients to build effective search strategies for desired jobs.
  • Maintained case files and documented actions.
  • Maintained knowledge of market and diverse career opportunities.
  • Provided individualized counseling approaches based on socioeconomic status and cultural background.
  • Devised and oversaw job fairs and career events.
  • Strengthened community outreach by liaising with local applicants to determine enlistment eligibility and counsel candidates on program options.
  • Utilized tests and activities to determine unique client skills and passions.

Task Supervisor

Serco- North America
Rogers, AR
08.2019 - 09.2021
  • Task Supervisor the ESS project for the Rogers site currently with a team of 26 individuals
  • Coordination with Deputy Site Managers to ensure work moves smoothly from one functional area to another.
  • Works with the project manager and/or client to prepare work schedules and man-hour estimates.
  • Ensures proper training of Essential Service Workers.
  • Maintains record of changes in instructions and ensures all team members are informed of changes.
  • Assigns and reviews subordinates' performance.
  • Prepares employee performance evaluations.
  • Ensures completion of administrative reporting, e.g., time cards, daily statistics, logs, and task narratives.
  • Responsible for status and task management reports for area(s) of responsibility.
  • Manages project facilities as dictated by workload requirements.
  • Conducted annual performance evaluations of office staff to monitor progress and productivity and recommend promotions, corrective or disciplinary actions.
  • Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits.

Team Manager

Cognosante
Rogers, AR
12.2017 - 07.2019
  • Coordination with other contract and subcontract personnel to ensure work moves smoothly from one functional area to another.
  • Works with the project manager and/or client to prepare work schedules and man-hour estimates.
  • Assigns and reviews subordinates' performance.
  • Prepares employee performance evaluations.
  • Ensures completion of administrative reporting, e.g., timecards, daily statistics, logs, and task narratives.
  • Responds to client requests and questions.
  • Assists with writing manuals and other documentation.
  • Responsible for status and task management reports for area(s) of responsibility.
  • Manages project facilities as dictated by workload requirements.
  • Works closely with the Lead Team Manager and/or Project Manager for necessary schedule adjustments to ensure maximum staffing for client needs.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Recruited and interviewed individuals for Essential Service Workers.
  • Cultivated and deepened productive relationships with recruitment partners.
  • Facilitated new hire onboarding by scheduling training initiatives, resolving issues and processing paperwork.
  • Supported onboarding of new employees by supplying key job information, including organizational policies, job duties and employment benefits.
  • Oversaw average of400 new employee inductions per hiring season, including keeping accurate records.
  • Prepared and submitted listing of qualified applicants to Team Lead Manager for review and coordinated next-phase interviews with management team and potential candidate.
  • Onboarded and trained more than 300 new employees per year.

Recruiter

The Right Solutions
Tontitown, AR
12.2012 - 03.2016
  • Recruit and place Registered Nurses and licensed practical nurse in acute hospitals, clinics, and long term care facilities - Managed a team of 10 to 20 travel nurse recruits that on contracts across the US Conduct interviews daily, thoroughly and professionally.
  • Maintained an accurate and detailed record of each employee in a customized applicant tracking system, including test results, references, and employment information.
  • Placed ads for specialized positions via the Internet.
  • Screened potential employees via the phone and resume.
  • Direct candidates through the application process, and answered all questions regarding interviews, future employment, and benefits.
  • Provided mentoring and job coaching for temporary and permanent employees.
  • Reviewed referral candidates and contacted qualified individuals to request applications.
  • Built and leveraged professional network connections which provided continuous and relevant applicant sources across diverse industries and experience levels.
  • Strengthened operational efficiencies and traceability by developing organizational systems for maintaining confidential employee records and reports.
  • Established long-range objectives and developed innovative strategies to help achieve objectives.
  • Negotiated candidate salaries and prepared employment contracts.
  • Filled positions weekly that were vacant for 13 week contracts .
  • Managed and updated recruitment ATS and CMS software.

Education

Masters (MBA) - Business Administration

American InterContinental University
Hoffman, IL
2005

Bachelor's of Science - Biology

University of Arkansas Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, AR
1999

Skills

  • Administrative
  • Coaching
  • Contracts
  • Contact Center
  • High Volume Recruiting
  • Direct marketing
  • Caseworthy
  • Personnel
  • Presentation skills
  • Reporting
  • Sales
  • Networking
  • Staffing
  • Statistics
  • Team building
  • Business operations
  • Operational improvement
  • Problem resolution
  • Relationship development
  • Event coordination
  • Administrative support
  • Planning and coordination
  • Team management
  • MS Office (Word,Excel,Power Point, Access)
  • Training initiatives
  • Presentations and demonstrations
  • Competitive and consumer market analysis
  • Company policies and procedures
  • Candidate pipeline development
  • Applicant sourcing
  • Candidate pre-screening
  • Executive recruiting strategies
  • Personnel recruitment
  • Coordination
  • Customer relationship management
  • Process improvement
  • Human resource management systems
  • Background checks
  • Database management
  • Job fairs
  • Program coordination
  • Clear public speaking skills
  • Resume building
  • Employment opportunities

Other Job History

Marketing Representative Assistant- Training Assistant

West | Fayetteville, AR| April 2001 - August 2003

•Provided direct marketing and customer retention services for US Fortune 500 companies.

•Provided technical training and class room instruction to class size of 20+ on a weekly basis

• Converted customers through effective marketing techniques and sales presentations

• Supervised a team of 20 + marketing trainees

• Trained new representatives on effective marketing presentation skills

• Maintain Staffing records using People Soft

• Monitored quality performance and production of 20+ marketing team members

• Coached and motivated new marketing representatives while maintaining client project goals

• Preparing student materials (course manuals, workbooks, handouts, completion certificates, and course critique

forms).

•Training personnel by conducting formal classroom courses, workshops and seminars.

Professional Development

  • Career Coaching | Skilling America | 2021-Present
  • Analysis Course | Skilling America | 2022-Present
  • Leadership Course | Skilling America | 2022-Present
  • Skilling America Navigator | Skilling America | In progress
  • Certified Progress Management | Google | In progress

Timeline

Regional Recruiter

Nhs Management
05.2024 - Current

Career Specialist

Goodwill Industries of Arkansas
11.2021 - 04.2024

Task Supervisor

Serco- North America
08.2019 - 09.2021

Team Manager

Cognosante
12.2017 - 07.2019

Recruiter

The Right Solutions
12.2012 - 03.2016

Masters (MBA) - Business Administration

American InterContinental University

Bachelor's of Science - Biology

University of Arkansas Pine Bluff

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