JOHN Jones
Summary
Strategic Talent Acquisition and Workforce Development Executive accomplished in leading recruitment operations and workforce planning initiatives. Achieved an average of 175-200 hires annually while advising executive leadership and operational managers across diverse industries. Perceptive Research Interviewer experienced in compiling statistical data on psychological research, demonstrating strong analytical skills and the ability to build trust with participants.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Interviewer - Centralized Hiring
Allstate
06.2026 - Current
- Conducted structured interviews to assess candidate qualifications and fit.
- Developed interview questions tailored to specific job roles and requirements.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to understand team needs and culture.
- Evaluated candidate responses to ensure alignment with company values.
- Provided feedback on candidates to improve selection process effectiveness.
- Coordinated interview schedules between candidates and hiring teams efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of interviews and candidate evaluations systematically.
Catastrophe Property Adjuster
Allstate Insurance
12.2023 - Current
- Mentored newly hired adjusters, enhancing onboarding process and integration.
- Coached peers on claim handling and documentation, improving customer experience.
- Influence performance and outcomes without direct authority.
- Partnered with leadership to implement operational improvements and foster employee development.
- Leverage operational experience to identify competencies that drive employee success.
HR Consultant
City of New Orleans
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Facilitated civil service recruiting and workforce planning initiatives to align with organizational goals.
- Supported candidate sourcing, interviewing, and selection processes.
- Contributed to board meetings, hiring events, and workforce planning discussions, enhancing strategic decision-making.
- Monitored and ensured compliance with municipal hiring regulations and employment guidelines to mitigate legal risks.
- Participated in board meetings, hiring events, and workforce planning discussions.
Talent Acquisition Manager / Partner
Humana
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Exceeded recruiting performance goals by 216.6%.
- Averaged 175-200 annual hires across diverse functions including healthcare, operations, customer service, finance, marketing, administrative, and nursing, enhancing organizational talent pool.
- Coordinated recruitment efforts for 30-50 hiring managers, streamlining processes to meet diverse hiring needs.
- Mentored individuals within Humana's professional development program.
- Managed full-cycle recruitment utilizing Workday, Modern Hire, LinkedIn Recruiter, and Indeed.
- Served as mentor within Humana's professional development program.
Sr. Recruiter (1099)
Kohler Manufacturing
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Recruited engineering interns and manufacturing professionals, enhancing talent pipeline for Louisiana and Mississippi facilities.
- Collaborated with plant leadership on staffing and workforce planning, aligning workforce needs with operational goals.
Sr. Talent Acquisition Business Partner
ManpowerGroup Solutions
01.2015 - 11.2021
- Supported Lowe's Home Improvement seasonal hiring initiatives.
- Recruited HR leaders, Payroll Managers, HR Business Partners, IT professionals, and operations personnel for APL Logistics.
- Recruited administrative, customer service, supervisory, and operations personnel for JP Morgan Chase, aligning talent with organizational needs.
- Supported CoreLogic recruiting initiatives for mortgage and business operations talent, enhancing team's ability to meet market demands.
- Supported CoreLogic recruiting initiatives for mortgage and business operations talent.
- Recruited retail merchandising and demonstration staff through Crossmark supporting Costco and Sam's Club programs.
- Conducted behavioral interviews and provided hiring recommendations, workforce planning, onboarding, and talent strategy consultations to optimize recruitment processes.
- Averaged 175-200 annual hires and supported multiple hiring models including high-volume, seasonal, leadership, professional, and contract recruiting.
Principal Recruiter / Regional Staffing Partner
Merakey
10.2017 - 08.2019
- Facilitated workforce initiatives for over 3,000 annual positions, enhancing recruitment processes.
- Developed DEIB recruiting initiatives and advised executive leaders on workforce planning.
- Designed DEIB recruiting initiatives and provided strategic counsel to executive leaders on workforce planning.
- Supported workforce initiatives involving more than 3,000 annual positions.
Recruitment & Retention Manager
Volunteers of America Greater New Orleans
11.2016 - 10.2017
- Enhanced human resources capabilities and workforce programs to align with organizational goals.
- Managed and developed a team of up to 15 direct reports through mentoring, coaching, and performance management.
- Coordinated hiring fairs, employee recognition programs, workforce events, and fundraising campaigns to boost engagement and community involvement.
- Supervised and developed recruiting professionals and workforce staff through targeted coaching and performance management.
- Expanded Human Resources capabilities and workforce programs.
Onsite Manager
Amazon
07.2012 - 04.2014
- Coordinated workforce operations, scheduling, onboarding, and safety compliance to support employee relations and performance management in high-volume distribution environment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA 12.2023 - 06.2026
Skills
- Talent acquisition
- Candidate interviewing
- Interviewing techniques
- Candidate assessment
- Recruitment strategy
- Workforce planning
- Compliance monitoring
- Data analysis
- Conducting assessments
- Interview documentation
- Scheduling participants
- Persuasion techniques
- Team collaboration
- Recordkeeping
- Online research
- Performance coaching
Certification
- AIHR Strategic HR Metrics Certification
- AIHR HR Dashboarding & Analytics Certification
- AIHR Organizational Development & Assessment Certification
- AIRS Certified Internet Recruiter (CIR)
- Advanced Boolean Search & Passive Candidate Sourcing
Personal Information
Title: Talent Acquisition Executive | Workforce Strategy Leader | HR Business Partner | Leadership Development Advocate
Professional Highlights
Title: Talent Acquisition Executive | Workforce Strategy Leader | HR Business Partner | Leadership Development Advocate
Timeline
Lead Interviewer - Centralized Hiring
Allstate
06.2026 - Current
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Delgado Community College
12.2023 - 06.2026
Catastrophe Property Adjuster
Allstate Insurance
12.2023 - Current
HR Consultant
City of New Orleans
07.2023 - 12.2023
Sr. Recruiter (1099)
Kohler Manufacturing
01.2022 - 03.2022
Talent Acquisition Manager / Partner
Humana
11.2021 - 10.2023
Principal Recruiter / Regional Staffing Partner
Merakey
10.2017 - 08.2019
Recruitment & Retention Manager
Volunteers of America Greater New Orleans
11.2016 - 10.2017
Sr. Talent Acquisition Business Partner
ManpowerGroup Solutions
01.2015 - 11.2021
Onsite Manager
Amazon
07.2012 - 04.2014