Talent Acquisition Specialist
German American
01.2022 - Current
Erica Crouse
Recruiting
Jasper,IN
Timeline
Employment Specialist
Southern Indiana Resource Solutions, Inc.
02.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor - Psychology
Arizona State University
08.2017 - 05.2022
Functional Test Technician
Kimball Electronics
07.2015 - 02.2022
Work History
Talent Acquisition Specialist
German American
01.2022 - Current
- Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs.
- Conducted telephone interviews to assess candidate experience and qualifications.
- Developed and maintained applicant tracking system, tracking all job openings, applicants and interviewing activity.
- Provided regular updates on talent acquisition performance metrics to senior leadership, supporting data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
- Developed strong talent pipelines by utilizing various sourcing techniques, including social media, job boards, and networking events.
- Reduced time-to-fill for open positions by implementing efficient recruitment strategies and effective collaboration with hiring managers.
Functional Test Technician
Kimball Electronics
07.2015 - 02.2022
- Supported engineering teams in making data-driven decisions by providing timely and accurate test results.
- Communicated product failures and testing problems with various departments.
- Streamlined data collection and analysis to support engineering teams in making informed design improvements.
- Conducted tests on electronic components, products, assemblies and systems to determine functional performance.
- Green Belt, Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing Certifications.
Employment Specialist
Southern Indiana Resource Solutions, Inc.
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Assisted clients with completing job applications and submitting resumes to improve interview chances.
- Established strong relationships with local employers to match clients with suitable job opportunities.
- Provided ongoing support and guidance for clients during their job search, leading to increased confidence and motivation.
- Enhanced client employability by conducting thorough assessments and identifying individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Worked closely with government agencies such as workforce centers or vocational rehabilitation teams to maximize client resources and support.
- Led job readiness and career-building workshops to uplift client confidence.
- Provided clients with on-the-job training and employment related support to maintain and retain employment.
- Provided pre-employment transition services to local county school corporations for students with IEPs and 504 Plans.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Education
Bachelor - Psychology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ 08.2017 - 05.2022
Skills
- Applicant tracking systems
- Candidate sourcing
- Job posting optimization
- Compensation analysis
- Building partnerships
- Onboarding support
- Human resources support
- Microsoft office
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Drug testing
- Pre-employment screening
- Networking events
- Recruitment and hiring
- Career fair management
- Recruitment reporting
- Application screening