Jaime Fernandez
Dallas
Summary
Results-driven recruitment professional specializing in talent acquisition and candidate sourcing. Skilled in applicant tracking systems and full-cycle recruitment, offering bilingual capabilities in English and Spanish. Leverages data-driven strategies to enhance recruitment efficiency and collaborates effectively with HR partners and hiring managers to attract and onboard top talent.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Campus Police Officer
Forney ISD Police Department
Forney
10.2025 - Current
- Patrolled campuses and promptly responded to crisis situations, enhancing safety and security for students and staff.
- Investigated all criminal offenses within district jurisdiction, ensuring thorough case resolution.
- Enforced board policies, ensuring compliance and operational integrity across all district campuses.
- Wrote effective legal incident reports, collecting and preserving evidence for investigations.
- Provided consistent law enforcement presence at critical district locations for safety.
- Collaborated with campus administrators to develop and implement security measures, improving overall student safety.
- Helped resolve issues with bus stop areas, ensuring safe student transportation.
- Responded to civil disasters, including floods and fires, following district protocols.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
MTA- Long Island Rail Road
Jamaica
04.2024 - 10.2025
- Developed and implemented targeted recruiting strategies to attract top talent across various roles.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to identify and define specific talent needs.
- Screened resumes and conducted initial interviews to evaluate candidate qualifications.
- Utilized applicant tracking systems to efficiently manage candidate pipelines.
- Facilitated onboarding processes for new hires to ensure smooth role transitions.
- Partnered with diverse organizations to broaden outreach and improve recruitment efforts.
- Maintained compliance with labor laws and company policies throughout hiring processes.
Recruitment Specialist
Columbia University
New York
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Developed targeted recruitment strategies that increased engagement with both active and passive candidates.
- Sourced candidates through online research, job boards, recruitment platforms, networking, and career fairs.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to identify required skills and qualifications for open positions.
- Reviewed resumes to assess suitability for specific roles and provided qualified candidates to client leaders.
- Conducted pre-screen interviews via phone or video to evaluate qualifications and motivations.
- Served as primary contact for candidates during interview process, promoting organization as employer of choice.
- Prepared candidates for interviews by highlighting key focus areas and providing sample questions.
- Managed candidate information in applicant tracking system, ensuring compliance with departmental guidelines and enhancing data integrity.
Police Officer/Recruiter
Dallas Police Department
Dallas
07.2017 - 09.2022
- Enforced federal and state laws, city ordinances, court orders, and warrants.
- Conducted investigations and authored reports on incidents related to assigned duties.
- Patrolled designated areas to deter and prevent criminal activity.
- Scheduled and coordinated recruitment events to engage diverse candidates locally and statewide.
- Managed high-volume hiring processes in time-sensitive environments.
- Assisted in developing and implementing strategic recruitment plans to attract diverse talent.
- Analyzed recruitment metrics to refine decision-making and enhance recruitment strategies.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to develop innovative recruitment approaches that attracted qualified candidates.
Recruiter
Educational Data Systems Incorporated
Bronx
10.2015 - 07.2017
- Recruited top talent for multiple companies through tailored recruitment consultations that aligned candidates with organizational needs.
- Managed candidates throughout hiring process, facilitating positive candidate experiences and improving overall satisfaction.
- Collected job requirements and posted job descriptions on company site and various job boards to attract qualified candidates.
Recruiter Veterans' Specialist
New York State Department of Labor
New York
06.2013 - 10.2015
- Executed employer outreach initiatives, connecting veterans with potential employers and improving job placement outcomes.
- Advocated for veterans with businesses and organizations, increasing awareness of their unique skills and enhancing job opportunities.
- Developed and led a resume workshop, equipping veterans with skills to translate military experience into civilian job applications.
- Conducted intake assessments to identify veterans' goals and challenges, guiding personalized support plans.
Education
Criminal Justice -
CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York08-2013
Skills
- Candidate sourcing and tracking
- Recruitment strategy and reporting
- Onboarding processes and support
- Labor law compliance
- Interview techniques and conflict resolution
- Social media recruiting
- Salary and benefits negotiation
- Passive candidate engagement
Timeline
Campus Police Officer
Forney ISD Police Department
10.2025 - Current
Talent Acquisition Specialist
MTA- Long Island Rail Road
04.2024 - 10.2025
Recruitment Specialist
Columbia University
10.2022 - 12.2023
Police Officer/Recruiter
Dallas Police Department
07.2017 - 09.2022
Recruiter
Educational Data Systems Incorporated
10.2015 - 07.2017
Recruiter Veterans' Specialist
New York State Department of Labor
06.2013 - 10.2015
Criminal Justice -
CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice