C. Renae Keys
Recruiter
Las Vegas,Nevada
Summary
Goal-oriented recruiting professional motivated to achieve demanding targets under tight deadlines. Proficient in developing and overseeing diverse candidate pipelines, marketing plans and advertising strategies.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruiter
Clark County School District, CCSD
Las Vegas, NV
02.2022 - Current
- Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
- Negotiated competitive salary packages with candidates, resulting in successful offers and acceptances.
- Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
- Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
- Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations.
- Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
- Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network.
- Placed advertisements, evaluated applicant credentials, conducted initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Developed strong understanding of industries served, allowing for targeted recruiting efforts for specialized positions.
- Trained junior recruiters on best practices, contributing to overall team success and improved efficiency.
- Created engaging job postings that accurately reflected position requirements while showcasing company culture.
- Assisted with onboarding and orientation of new hires to expedite acclimatization process.
- Streamlined communication between candidates and hiring managers, leading to higher satisfaction on both sides.
- Leveraged LinkedIn Recruiter tool effectively, broadening network connections and identifying passive candidates.
- Organized job fair events that attracted diverse talent pools, increasing the company''s reach within local communities.
- Implemented innovative sourcing strategies that led to the discovery of top talent in competitive markets.
- Monitored recruitment metrics to identify areas for improvement and implemented changes accordingly.
- Improved employee retention rates through thorough candidate screening and interview techniques.
- Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
- Increased candidate placements by developing and maintaining relationships with clients and candidates.
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
- Actively participated in industry conferences and networking events, keeping up-to-date on current trends and expanding professional network.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both candidates and clients, fostering long-term partnerships.
- Emphasized job benefits and perks to applicants to improve organization's attractiveness.
- Collaborated with internal teams to continuously improve recruitment processes and execute as efficiently as possible.
- Collaborated with internal teams to address specific recruitment challenges and develop tailored solutions.
- Developed and implemented plans to improve recruitment process.
- Partnered with HR teams to determine workforce planning needs, aligning recruitment efforts with business objectives.
- Conducted comprehensive reference checks to ensure the credibility of potential hires before extending offers.
- Advised managers on best practices to maintain compliance with applicable laws.
- Maintained compliance with federal and state employment laws during entire recruitment process.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
- Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.
- Reduced expenses by analyzing compensation policies and implementing competitive programs while ensuring adherence to legal requirements.
Corporate Office Manager / Executive Recruiter
KeySearch International
Las Vegas
01.2008 - 02.2022
- Direct and lead a 7 person recruitment team
- Responsible for the annual budget of the office
- Participate with upper management on forecasts and goals
- Accountable for the growth of business development objectives, new client development, increase placement count and customer service of our clients in the Las Vegas office
- Established new Performance-driven Policies and Procedures to track all interviewed candidates, placed candidates, strengthened presenting and placing requirements which decreased already low “replacement searches”; resulting in increased new client development, grew clients searches and placements, Tracking procedures were implemented within KSI recruitment operating system
- Guided a collaborated, full “buy-in” with recruitment team to set strict daily scheduling goals which resulted in Vegas hitting a minimum of 150% of goal year over year for each team member from year one
- Continue with full personal executive search duties and goals which includes development of clients, search and place candidates; develop Annual Retained Search assignments, develop M&A opportunities and close Buy Sale transactions
- Reports to the Managing Director
Business Development Manager / Executive Recruiter
KeySearch International
Las Vegas
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Primary job function was to develop and build new client relationships and reestablish past client relationships
- Territory was throughout the United States
- Traveled for Retainer Presentations to prospective clients
- Attend industry conferences to meet with wider spectrum of clients and potential clients
- Created and drove a robust growth program to grow our Consultant Services and our Merger & Acquisition Division within the large to small corporate environments
- Within 5 months, developed five new clients which resulted in a total of 30 placements
- Within 8 months, grew our Annual Retained client base to three new clients resulting in 75 total placements in 12 months
- Within the initial 12 months introduced four M&A potentials which resulted in one closed sale transaction
- Established and successfully integrated a New Client Development program to be utilized by each executive recruiter resulting in a consistent growth of new clients and search / placement opportunities
- This program was implemented in all KeySearch International locations
- Reported to the Managing Director.
Executive Recruiter / Researcher
KeySearch International
Las Vegas
01.1999 - 01.2003
- Recruited specifically for company’s largest client to conduct research efforts
- Promoted to Executive Recruiter within initial six months
- Responsible for all aspects of targeting, developing and maintaining long term client and candidate business relationships
- Initiated meetings with potential clients and drove preliminary and ongoing business development efforts and opportunities
- Specialized in Sales and Senior Level Searches and placements
- Pre-screened candidates and arranged and coordinated interview schedules
- Conducted reference checks
- Debriefed clients/candidates and insured process was thoroughly and professionally handled
- Negotiated salary and compensation packages
- Reported to the Office Manager.
Education
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Riverside Community College
Riverside, CaliforniaSkills
Personal Information
Hobbies: Running, Hiking, Kick Boxing, Nutrition
Timeline
Recruiter
Clark County School District, CCSD
02.2022 - Current
Corporate Office Manager / Executive Recruiter
KeySearch International
01.2008 - 02.2022
Business Development Manager / Executive Recruiter
KeySearch International
01.2003 - 01.2008
Executive Recruiter / Researcher
KeySearch International
01.1999 - 01.2003
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Riverside Community College
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