Elina Kalabokes
San Rafael,CA
Summary
Technical recruiter with experience supporting end-to-end hiring for manufacturing, engineering, and support roles, including candidate sourcing, screening, scheduling, and salary negotiation. Partners with hiring managers and account teams to build candidate pipelines, use Boolean search and LinkedIn Recruiter, and match talent to roles across local and international searches.
Overview
2
2
Languages
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Engineering Recruiter
Tesla
03.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed end-to-end hiring for teams across Castings, Body Shop, Paint, Battery, and General Assembly on the manufacturing size. Also supported Tesla energy, battery pack, robotics teams and executive/ manager roles.
- Collaborated with team members and hiring managers to develop hiring plans, LinkedIn projects, and candidate lists for specialized roles, streamlining recruitment processes.
- Supported in-house recruiting for Lathrop, Fremont, New York, and Tesla roles abroad, enhancing talent acquisition efforts across multiple locations.
- Assisted recruiters with candidate sourcing, database review, LinkedIn outreach, and networking to connect with diverse talent.
- Facilitated placement of international candidates from Mexico and Canada in California, coordinating with HR and immigration teams to ensure smooth transitions.
Technical Recruiter
TEKsystems
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Recruited nationally, supporting 300+ Bay Area technical clients by staffing effective technical support teams.
- Served as primary contact between candidates and account managers during hiring and negotiation process.
- Partnered with account managers to learn client business practices and match candidates to role needs.
- Built and maintained local network of IT professionals and engineers to share relevant opportunities and timely market updates.
- Used current network to track account activity and identify growth opportunities for future placements.
Sales Associate
Tilly's World of Jeans & Tops Inc.
San Rafael, CA
06.2014 - 12.2019
- Lead the team with highest monthly sales for two consecutive years.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, fostering repeat business and customer loyalty.
- Supported merchandising and product placement to optimize store layout and enhance customer experience.
Technical Recruiting Intern
TEKsystems
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Sourced, screened, and selected applicants to meet client needs and address business challenges.
- Facilitated recruitment for help desk professionals and internal team growth at St. Joseph's Memorial Hospital, Marin General, and technical startups like Blend and TikTok.
- Coordinated candidate submissions to account managers for review and placement.
Marketing Intern
Edwards Mediation Academy
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Researched international markets to offer mediation classes and partner with international organizations to expand Edwards Mediation Academy.
- Compiled comprehensive lists of courts offering mediation courses to support program development.
- Researched 2nd and 3rd tier schools to identify opportunities for partnerships in mediation education.
Office Assistant
Barowsky School of Business
San Rafael, CA
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Coordinated projects for three professors and the Dean, including event preparation, vendor outreach for subscription pricing, and briefing folder preparation for guests, enhancing event organization.
- Posted business event information on bulletin boards, ensuring staff remained informed and engaged.
- Managed office operations by distributing mail, restocking supplies, and overseeing locker and inventory management, contributing to a well-functioning workspace.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Political Science
Dominican University of California
San Rafael, CA12-2019
Skills
- Salary negotiation
- Referral generation
- Applicant tracking systems
- Boolean search techniques
- Engineering terminology
- Boolean search
- LinkedIn Recruiter
- Social Media Management
Skills / Languages
Languages: Russian, fluent; Spanish, Conversational
Activities/Awards
Dominican University of California, San Rafael, CA, IGNITE Club, President (2017-2018), Institute for Leadership Studies (ILS), Ambassador, Student Honors Board Representative (2017-2019), Orientation Leader and Peer mentor, The Institute by Leader Shape, Graduate (2017), Leader Shape, On-Site coordinator (2018-2019), Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society, Lifetime Member, Employee of the month (2014, 2015, 2018)
Languages
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineering Recruiter
Tesla
03.2022 - 01.2024
Technical Recruiter
TEKsystems
01.2020 - 03.2022
Technical Recruiting Intern
TEKsystems
06.2019 - 08.2019
Marketing Intern
Edwards Mediation Academy
09.2018 - 01.2019
Office Assistant
Barowsky School of Business
08.2017 - 01.2019
Sales Associate
Tilly's World of Jeans & Tops Inc.
06.2014 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Political Science
Dominican University of California