Jay Harrison
Oak Park,IL
Summary
Strategic and dedicated Talent Acquisition leader with a proven track record in diverse environments, excelling in recruiting for executive and non-executive roles. I am a passionate thought leader with a successful history in designing impactful Talent Acquisition and Diversity & Inclusion strategies, delivering personalized experiences for Business Leadership, clients and candidates. My approach ensures efficient execution of short and long-term hiring goals, setting me apart from other qualified applicants.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
Oak Park, IL
12.2022 - Current
- Develop and maintain relationships with hiring managers to understand their talent needs.
- Conduct phone interviews to assist hiring leaders in selecting the most qualified candidates.
- Internal Auditor; Present findings from data analysis in a clear, concise manner that was easily understood by stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Provide accurate reporting & metrics to Executive Leadership, on behalf of Human Resources & Talent Acquisition departments
- Manage the completion of planned audits, and review records and procedures for accuracy to accomplish objectives
- Implement large-scale change management initiatives related to the Recruitment function
- Identify risks and opportunities with management to improve our Standard Operating Procedure
- Assist with the execution of recruitment events to bring in area candidates.
- Provide assistance to coordinators and consultants with their new hire paperwork/documentation for the onboarding.
- Cultivate a positive and respectful work environment for all staff based on the ICARE values
- Train new staff on all HR systems
Technical Recruiter
Experis
Kansas City, MO (Remote)
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Utilized job boards such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, Dice, CareerBuilder and Indeed and other various internet tools to source both passive and active candidates.
- Collaborated with internal and external clients to understand hiring needs and goals.
- Screened resumes and conducted pre-screen interviews and preliminary technical assessments of candidates.
- Maintained database of established ongoing outreach efforts for qualified IT candidates to provide proactive approach to recruiting needs.
- Proactively identified and solved complex recruitment problems impacting employer short- and long-term success.
Recruitment Specialist
Azimuth
Chicago, IL
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed full-cycle recruiting processes for General Labor, Skilled and High-skill Managerial vacancies.
- Built and leveraged professional network connections which provided continuous and relevant applicant sources across diverse industries and experience levels.
- Trained and mentored newer recruiters in successful strategies for interviewing and qualifying candidates.
- Managed and updated recruitment ATS and CMS software.
Member Service Representative
GoHealth
Chicago, IL
05.2020 - 04.2021
- Assisted members with correcting account, service and system issues by educating on required forms and technical processes.
- Evaluated customer information to explore issues, develop potential solutions and maintain high-quality service.
- Described and explained details about Medicare options to inform customers and guide purchasing decisions.
- Entered customer interaction details in Zendesk (CRM) to track requests, document problems and record solutions offered.
- Recommended specific products and services in alignment with individual needs, requirements and specifications.
Licensed Insurance Agent
Bankers Life & Casualty Insurance (Contract)
Chicago, IL
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Offered policy guidance and management to promote asset protection.
- Exceeded company sales goals for new policies.
- Delivered individualized support and broad knowledge of company products to bring targeted services to individuals with varying needs.
New Business Specialist
Combined Insurance (Contract)
Rosemont, IL
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by delivering recommendations for knowledge-base processes and procedures.
- Collaborated with company departments to develop new strategies to improve file processing.
- Corrected any data entry error to prevent later issues such as duplication or data degradation.
- Managed large data projects, including workflow scheduling, data entry and accuracy verification.
- Organized, sorted and check input data against original documents.
- Efficiently trained 5 new employees during a 2-week span, to prepare for Peak Season
- Managed Salesforce databases converting complex data into easy-to-interpret data.
Program Manager/Coordinator
Hope Worldwide
Chicago, IL
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Developed recruitment strategies to achieve required number of volunteer for each semester cohort for After School Program.
- Advertised and promoted open volunteer opportunities using social media and digital marketing procedures.
- Prioritized tasks and managed volunteer cohorts throughout multiple projects.
- Implemented plans and after school curriculum designed for student's specific needs.
- Oversaw program compliance with requirements, schedule and budget.
- Generated and delivered reports, program review presentations and other program status updates.
Administrative Assistant
St. Josaphat School (Contract)
Chicago, IL
08.2017 - 02.2018
- Managed office inventory by restocking supplies and placing purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Supported efficient meetings by organizing spaces and materials, documenting discussions and distributing meeting notes.
- Coordinated travel arrangements, including booking airfare, hotel and ground transportation.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
- Drafted professional memos, letters and marketing copy to support business objectives and growth.
- Created detailed expense reports and requests for capital expenditures.
- Performed general office duties, including answering multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
Administrative Assistant
Kaplan Test Prep
Chicago, IL
03.2015 - 08.2017
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.
- Supported efficient meetings by organizing spaces and materials, documenting discussions and distributing meeting notes.
- Composed internal memos and external correspondence for senior management and reviewed all documentation to eliminate errors.
- Coached new employees on administrative procedures, company policies and performance standards.
- Coordinated travel arrangements, including booking airfare, hotel and ground transportation.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions.
- Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
- Managed Salesforce databases converting complex data into easy-to-interpret data.
Education
High School Diploma -
Homewood-Flossmoor High School
Flossmoor, IL06-2012
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL05-2017
Skills
- Talent Acquisition
- Full Cycle Recruitment
- Workforce Data Analytics and AI
- Client Relations
- Candidate Experience Management
- Internal Auditing
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
- HR Regulations
- Technology Proficiency
- Adaptability and Resilience
- Job Board Posting
- Social Media and Networking
- Referral Generation
- Contract Negotiation
- Strategic Thinking
- High analytical and reasoning abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication
HR Systems
- Salesforce
- Bullhorn
- Infor/GHR
- Greentree
- Onbase (Database)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Rush University Medical Center, RUMC
12.2022 - Current
Technical Recruiter
Experis
03.2022 - 10.2022
Recruitment Specialist
Azimuth
04.2021 - 03.2022
Member Service Representative
GoHealth
05.2020 - 04.2021
Licensed Insurance Agent
Bankers Life & Casualty Insurance (Contract)
02.2020 - 05.2020
New Business Specialist
Combined Insurance (Contract)
07.2019 - 12.2019
Program Manager/Coordinator
Hope Worldwide
02.2018 - 06.2019
Administrative Assistant
St. Josaphat School (Contract)
08.2017 - 02.2018
Administrative Assistant
Kaplan Test Prep
03.2015 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Homewood-Flossmoor High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College