Jessica Holmes
Troy,MI
Summary
Results-driven recruiting professional with 10+ years of full-cycle experience across diverse industries. Proven track record of designing and executing effective talent acquisition strategies, strengthening partnerships with hiring managers, and delivering a high-quality candidate experience. Skilled in sourcing, behavioral interviewing, candidate selection, and relationship management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Recruiter
Progressive Insurance
04.2022 - Current
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand talent needs and design effective recruiting strategies.
- Guide and advise business partners to ensure data driven, aligned hiring decisions.
- Lead data integrations, candidate review sessions, and TAS calls in partnership with the hiring team.
- Support the development of recruiters across TAG through coaching, feedback, and knowledge sharing.
- Deliver resume and interview preparation support to stakeholders across multiple business groups.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date candidate and requisition data within ATS and recruiting systems.
- Screen and select qualified candidates for next-stage interviews, prioritizing both quality and candidate experience.
- Lead structured behavioral phone interviews guided by targeted selection interview tools.
- Provide hiring managers with tools and coaching on effective interviewing and candidate evaluation.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Moms Meals-Purfoods Company
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Managed high-volume recruiting for fulfillment centers in Las Vegas and Atlanta, supporting ongoing staffing needs across multiple shifts.
- Partnered with operations and HR leaders on workforce planning and hiring projections to ensure staffing levels met business demands.
- Led on-site and virtual hiring events and job fairs, overseeing event logistics, candidate flow, and same-day decision processes.
- Facilitated weekly staffing calls with hiring managers, directors, and HR partners to review pipelines, address gaps, and align on priorities.
- Built relationships with local community organizations, educational institutions, and grassroots groups to create diverse talent pipelines.
- Trained and advised hiring managers on interviewing best practices, candidate evaluation, and consistent selection processes.
Commercial /Vendor Neutral Recruiter - GTS Professional & Industrial
Kelly Services
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Recruited talent for national energy clients in engineering, light industrial, and chemical manufacturing roles within a vendor-neutral environment.
- Built strong candidate pipelines using Bullhorn, Boolean search strings, job boards, referrals, and targeted outreach campaigns.
- Created and optimized job postings and recruitment advertisements to attract both active and passive candidates.
- Served as the primary point of contact for candidates regarding open positions, interview logistics, and next steps, ensuring a positive experience.
- Collaborated with client and program managers to understand staffing needs, meet service-level expectations, and adjust sourcing strategies as requirements evolved.
Overflow Recruiter- GTS Recruiting and Sourcing
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Provided overflow recruiting support across multiple business lines, filling roles in legal, engineering, executive professional, light industrial, customer service, and more.
- Tracked and managed candidate and requisition data in Bullhorn to maintain accurate pipelines and support reliable reporting and metrics.
- Screened candidates, matched qualifications to job requirements, and presented shortlists to recruiters and hiring teams.
- Administered and coordinated the staffing process, including posting positions, scheduling interviews, and administering assessments.
- Communicated proactively with applicants regarding application status, interview outcomes, and next steps to maintain engagement.
- Partnered with recruiters and business partners to develop and refine recruiting strategies for high-volume and hard-to-fill roles.
Staffing Supervisor
09.2016 - 08.2018
- Led end-to-end staffing efforts, identifying vacancies and recruiting, interviewing, and selecting candidates to meet client and organizational needs.
- Partnered with management to develop and implement recruiting strategies, staffing plans, and personnel policies and procedures.
- Conducted candidate interviews to assess work history, skills, and cultural fit, and made hiring recommendations or decisions as appropriate.
- Interpreted and explained HR policies, procedures, and employment regulations to managers and employees, providing guidance on complex issues.
- Managed hiring and onboarding processes, including new hire paperwork, orientation, and maintenance of employment records in HR systems.
- Reviewed timesheets, attendance, and wage data to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies in coordination with payroll and operations teams.
- Addressed difficult staffing situations, including understaffing, employee disputes, corrective action, and terminations, while maintaining compliance and minimizing risk.
HUB Recruiter
07.2016 - 09.2016
- Partnered with hiring managers to clarify job requirements and define applicant qualifications for open roles.
- Built applicant pipelines by creating targeted Bullhorn search strings, crafting job advertisements, and leveraging job boards, media, and recruiter networks.
- Screened and interviewed applicants, analyzing responses and qualifications to determine alignment with job requirements.
- Coordinated and scheduled management interviews, ensuring candidates received all relevant information for a smooth and professional interview process.
Education
Bachelors of Business Administration -
NORTHWOOD UNIVERSITY
Midland, MichiganMaster of Business Administration - undefined
Walden University
Skills
- Recruiter training and mentoring
- Competency-based interviewing
- Candidate sourcing
- Full cycle recruiting
- Relationship building
Timeline
Sr. Recruiter
Progressive Insurance
04.2022 - Current
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Moms Meals-Purfoods Company
01.2021 - 04.2022
Commercial /Vendor Neutral Recruiter - GTS Professional & Industrial
Kelly Services
08.2019 - 01.2021
Overflow Recruiter- GTS Recruiting and Sourcing
08.2018 - 08.2019
Staffing Supervisor
09.2016 - 08.2018
HUB Recruiter
07.2016 - 09.2016
Master of Business Administration - undefined
Walden University
Bachelors of Business Administration -
NORTHWOOD UNIVERSITY