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Kiana Kee, PHR

Concord,MI

Summary

Diligent Human Resources Professional with comprehensive experience in managing all facets of human resources functions including recruitment, employee relations, and compliance. Demonstrated success in fostering positive work environment and implementing effective HR policies that support organizational goals. Proven ability to leverage communication and conflict resolution skills to enhance team dynamics and drive employee engagement.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Corporate Recruiter

Intuit
08.2024 - Current
  • Increased offer acceptance rate by conducting thorough pre-screening interviews and effectively selling company culture and benefits.
  • Managed 20-30 Job requisitions, placed advertisements, evaluated over 300 applicant credentials, conducted initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
  • Continuously refined recruitment strategies by staying informed of industry best practices and incorporating innovative tools and technologies.
  • Negotiated offers with selected candidates, balancing both company budget constraints and individual salary expectations for mutually beneficial agreements.
  • Hires 7+ employees weekly.

Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist

Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
04.2021 - 06.2023
  • Led end-to-end recruitment efforts for diverse business units, successfully filling positions ranging from People + Culture roles, social media team, marketing, cash operations, Internal audit and other complex financial groups including Senior Managers, Director level and above positions.
  • Reduced time-to-fill for critical roles by cultivating strong relationships with hiring managers and understanding their specific needs.
  • Negotiated competitive compensation packages with over 75 selected candidates, ensuring alignment with company budget constraints and internal equity standards.
  • Mentored 3 junior recruiters on best practices in sourcing strategy development and effective interview techniques, elevating overall team performance.
  • Spearheaded diversity initiatives within the organization by partnering with affinity groups and attending targeted recruiting events.

Sr. Recruiter

First American Title Company
10.2020 - 04.2021
  • Conducted comprehensive candidate sourcing, screening, and qualification for multiple active requisitions while hiring 40 Title Specialists and 2 HR and HRIS Director roles.
  • Cultivated and nurtured robust pipelines of candidates through social media platforms.
  • Enhanced candidate pipeline by utilizing various sourcing strategies, including social media, networking events, and job postings.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and labor market data to inform recruitment strategies accordingly.

Sr. Talent Sourcer

PennyMac
07.2020 - 10.2020
  • Hired 45 Mortgage Sales and Operations roles while devising a strategic plan tailored to efficiently acquire top tier talent for mortgage sales, service, processors and underwriters’ positions
  • Leveraged social media platforms as powerful sourcing and branding tools.
  • Supported hiring process by scheduling interviews, conducting reference checks and completing various paperwork.
  • Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and competitor practices, informing strategic adjustments in talent sourcing approaches.

Sr. Corporate Recruiter

CBRE
10.2019 - 04.2020
  • Achieved a notable 10-day reduction in talent acquisition timelines for challenging-to-fill job openings by devising and executing strategic sourcing initiatives
  • Actively collaborated in the recruitment processes for a wide range of departments.
  • Established a robust employee referral program, increasing internal referrals as a key source of quality hires within the organization.
  • Leveraged data-driven insights to inform recruitment decisions, optimizing processes for improved efficiency and effectiveness over time.

Wealth Management Recruiter

Bank of America Merrill Lynch
01.2019 - 06.2019
  • Hired a minimum of 20 Senior Financial Solutions Advisors per month for the 6-month project
  • Leveraged Workday as a robust platform to facilitate the seamless movement of candidates through the hiring process.
  • Maintained an extensive network of industry contacts to source passive candidates for hard-to-fill positions.
  • Reduced time-to-fill ratios by utilizing effective screening techniques to identify high-potential candidates quickly.
  • Navigated complex negotiations for compensation packages, ensuring that both client and candidate expectations were met or exceeded.
  • Developed strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their specific needs and deliver top talent.

Sr. Mortgage Sales Recruiter

Citibank, N.A
12.2017 - 01.2019
  • Played a key role in the implementation of strategic recruitment initiatives aimed at achieving established annual hiring goals for Home Loan Officers
  • Hired 100 Mortgage Loan Sales officers and 5 Senior Mortgage Directors.
  • Reduced employee turnover by identifying potential retention issues early in the recruitment process and addressing them effectively with hiring managers before making offers.
  • Organized successful career fairs and networking events to connect with potential candidates in person.

HR Generalist/Talent Acquisition Specialist

Greystar
05.2016 - 12.2017
  • Managed end-to-end recruitment, while serving as back up for HR Generalist processing E-Verify cases for multi-family residential employees
  • Hired various positions across diverse departments employing over 100 new employees.
  • Ensured compliance with labor laws, reducing legal risks through regular policy reviews and updates.
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Reviewed existing policies and procedures to make recommendations for enhancing work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes, and talent management.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives through strategic HR planning.

Human Resources Generalist

Wells Fargo
07.2013 - 05.2016
  • Played a pivotal role in developing an updated and improved recruitment plan.
  • Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and cost savings..
  • Developed customized training programs to address specific skill gaps within the organization.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations for over 200 center of excellence roles.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decision making.

Education

Bachelor’s degree-Human Resources - Human Resources Management

University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD
05.2027

Skills

  • Recruitment Process Improvement
  • Job Offer Development
  • Human resources policies
  • Job Description Development
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Human Resource Management Systems
  • Recruitment analytics
  • Recruitment Metrics Analysis
  • Diversity Hiring
  • Behavioral Interviewing
  • Background checking
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Applicant Tracking Systems
  • Offer negotiation
  • Full cycle recruiting
  • LinkedIn Sourcing

Certification


  • HR Certification Institute- PHR Expiration July 2028

Timeline

Corporate Recruiter

Intuit
08.2024 - Current

Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist

Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
04.2021 - 06.2023

Sr. Recruiter

First American Title Company
10.2020 - 04.2021

Sr. Talent Sourcer

PennyMac
07.2020 - 10.2020

Sr. Corporate Recruiter

CBRE
10.2019 - 04.2020

Wealth Management Recruiter

Bank of America Merrill Lynch
01.2019 - 06.2019

Sr. Mortgage Sales Recruiter

Citibank, N.A
12.2017 - 01.2019

HR Generalist/Talent Acquisition Specialist

Greystar
05.2016 - 12.2017

Human Resources Generalist

Wells Fargo
07.2013 - 05.2016


  • HR Certification Institute- PHR Expiration July 2028

Bachelor’s degree-Human Resources - Human Resources Management

University of Maryland Global Campus
Kiana Kee, PHR