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Kigailie Woods

Summary

Successful human resource candidate with expertise in employee recruitment, training and payroll management. Adept at building and maintaining positive relationships with employees and management. Strong organizational skills and committed to adhering to relevant laws and regulations.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Corporate Recruiter

LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
02.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with various departments to define job qualifications.
  • Facilitated new hire orientation and scheduling.
  • Completed paperwork and work authorization forms after hiring new employees.
  • Placed advertisements, evaluated applicant credentials, conducted initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
  • Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations.

USAR Solider

United States Army Reserves
11.2013 - 11.2022
  • Implemented tactics, procedures, and techniques for defense systems.
  • Provided professional reconnaissance and security support during varied operations.
  • Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
  • Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
  • Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.
  • Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.

Recruiting Manager

Hire Velocity
01.2020 - 02.2022
  • Measured and reported on recruitment metrics to track successes and failures of recruitment efforts and identify areas for improvement.
  • Managed applicant tracking systems to keep recruitment processes organized.
  • Reviewed resumes and employment applications and interviewed applicants to evaluate work history and other qualifications.
  • Sourced candidates to identify and attract potential candidates for open positions.
  • Managed recruitment team and trained and mentored new advisors.
  • Elevated team performance via strategic planning and coaching in areas of prospecting, sales and value-added presentations.
  • Spearheaded operations of [Number] business development executives charged with all aspects of recruitment functions.
  • Set and conveyed recruitment goals to downstream staff.

Business Management Intern

Empire Wingz, LLC.
01.2015 - 05.2019
  • Executed business plans to further strengthen and maximize territory sales and profits.
  • Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
  • Anticipated financial impact from operational issues and worked with leadership to develop solutions.
  • Researched industry and marketplace trends to enhance sales techniques and meet customer needs.
  • Provided feedback on effectiveness of strategies, selling programs and initiatives and identified areas requiring improvement.

Career Gap (USAR Basic/AIT Training)

United Stated Army Reserves
05.2014 - 01.2015

Store Manager of Operations

Ellaweena's Thrift Shop
01.2010 - 05.2014
  • Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
  • Increased sales by 50% with special displays and promotions.
  • Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
  • Upheld and communicated store programs and standards to employees for optimal quality, freshness, safety and cleanliness.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government

Southern University And A & M College
Baton Rouge, LA

High School Diploma -

Washington-Marion Magnet High School
Lake Charles, LA

Skills

  • Business Management and Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Recruitment and Selection
  • Staff Development

Timeline

Corporate Recruiter

LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
02.2022 - Current

Recruiting Manager

Hire Velocity
01.2020 - 02.2022

Business Management Intern

Empire Wingz, LLC.
01.2015 - 05.2019

Career Gap (USAR Basic/AIT Training)

United Stated Army Reserves
05.2014 - 01.2015

USAR Solider

United States Army Reserves
11.2013 - 11.2022

Store Manager of Operations

Ellaweena's Thrift Shop
01.2010 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Science - Political Science And Government

Southern University And A & M College

High School Diploma -

Washington-Marion Magnet High School
Kigailie Woods