Joy Watterson
Battle Ground,WA
Summary
Professional recruiter with extensive experience in talent acquisition and HR strategy. Proven ability to enhance team collaboration and streamline recruitment processes to meet organizational demands. Expertise in candidate sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding, consistently achieving recruitment goals. Background as an Employment Specialist includes workforce development, job placement, and career counseling, with a focus on improving client employability and market confidence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Employment Specialist Lead
Ilani Casino (Company Layoff)
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Sourced, interviewed, and hired top talent for diverse roles in high-paced gaming environments.
- Collaborated with department heads to assess staffing needs and create job descriptions.
- Negotiated employment offers while ensuring adherence to internal policies and state regulations.
- Utilized multiple platforms to identify candidates fitting casino requirements.
- Participated in local job fairs to enhance company brand and attract potential employees.
- Developed job descriptions that aligned with departmental goals and staffing needs.
- Engaged with local communities to promote recruitment initiatives and build talent pipelines.
- Streamlined candidate identification processes through effective recruitment strategies.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Molecular Testing Labs (Company Layoff)
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed and executed recruiting plans for various roles across departments.
- Managed full cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates.
- Sourced and screened candidates for diverse corporate positions.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements effectively.
- Negotiated job offers and salaries to secure top talent.
- Maintained applicant tracking system, ensuring accurate data entry.
- Cultivated relationships with external recruiting agencies to identify qualified candidates.
Senior Recruiter - Plumbing & HVAC
Delta Mechanical Inc. (Relocated Back To WA)
08.2020 - 11.2022
- Developed effective recruitment strategies by analyzing industry trends and labor market data.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to assess staffing needs across various roles, including management and technical positions.
- Organized comprehensive selection processes, incorporating screening calls, assessments, and in-person interviews.
Talent Acquisition Manager
Alorica (Relocated to AZ, Husbands Job)
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Led team of nine recruiters in call center environment for CVS Pharmacy and Starbucks.
- Evaluated resumes and conducted interviews to refine recruiting strategies.
- Cultivated strong working relationships to establish partnerships that delivered consistent results.
- Coordinated job fairs and campus recruiting events to attract diverse top talent.
Senior Recruiter
ANR Group
12.2016 - 12.2017
- Identified client staffing needs and candidate qualifications through direct meetings.
- Advertised job openings across job boards, career pages, and social media platforms.
- Collaborated with department managers to evaluate current and future hiring needs.
- Assessed applications and generated shortlists of qualified candidates based on set criteria.
Senior Executive Recruiter
ACS Professional Staffing (Relocated)
11.2013 - 10.2016
- Streamlined recruitment process to provide timely feedback, improving candidate satisfaction.
- Executed comprehensive recruiting strategy for construction positions to attract top talent.
- Oversaw onboarding process for new hires, ensuring seamless integration into organization.
- Applied HR recruiting best practices throughout recruitment cycle to enhance efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wintersburgh High
Huntington Beach, CASkills
- Candidate sourcing and recruitment
- Job description creation
- Applicant tracking systems
- Interviewing techniques
- Negotiation strategies
- Employer branding
- HR best practices
- New hire onboarding
Skills
- Recruiter Training and Mentoring
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteHybridTimeline
Employment Specialist Lead
Ilani Casino (Company Layoff)
03.2024 - 03.2025
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Molecular Testing Labs (Company Layoff)
11.2022 - 01.2024
Senior Recruiter - Plumbing & HVAC
Delta Mechanical Inc. (Relocated Back To WA)
08.2020 - 11.2022
Talent Acquisition Manager
Alorica (Relocated to AZ, Husbands Job)
01.2019 - 02.2020
Senior Recruiter
ANR Group
12.2016 - 12.2017
Senior Executive Recruiter
ACS Professional Staffing (Relocated)
11.2013 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Wintersburgh High