Kirsten Brown
Summary
Dynamic, driven, and results-driven Talent Acquisition leader with over 15 years of experience developing and executing comprehensive recruitment and talent acquisition strategies to recruit and select high caliber, professional and diverse workforce that identifies with business culture. Unique ability to incorporate the people connection with the technique of strategic recruitment. Proven success at building strong relationships with external partners and hiring managers to ensure a seamless, positive candidate experience. Adept at implementing innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent and increase retention within organizations. Skilled in leveraging data-driven approaches and analytics to optimize recruitment processes, resulting in improved hiring outcomes. Cultivate, manage, and lead high performing teams to meet the evolving talent needs of an organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Talent Acquisition & Development
Seton Catholic Schools
01.2023 - Current
- Develop and implement a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy and recruitment plan resulting in a 40% increase in the number of qualified candidates
- Manage and execute end-to-end hiring from defining roles and strategizing recruitment plans to navigating the hiring and onboarding process
- Bring innovation and creativity as a key leader in all areas that impact talent with a focus on delivering operational efficiencies, system changes, improving the hiring experience and enhancing the employee value proposition
- Analyze recruitment and talent metrics and trends to continually enhance the recruitment processes and methodologies.
- Leveraged talent acquisition tools, resources, and campaigns to source and attract top talent.
Director of Recruitment
Cardinal Stritch University
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Oversee the implementation of full-cycle recruitment processes
- Utilize data-driven insights for the continuous enhancement of recruitment efforts and achievement of targeted goals
- Provide strategic leadership and mentorship to team members and oversight to enrollment advising teams
- Foster a collaborative and innovative culture across departments encouraging teamwork and effective communication
- Design and implement recruitment and retention strategies for growth and development
- Oversees coordination of multiple special events focused on strengthening partnerships and visibility with high schools, employers, community organizations and corporations.
Career and Academic Advisor
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Provide high quality career development assistance and academic advising to students
- Provide career pathway options by assessing interests, skills and academic progress
- Establish and maintain relationships with employers to facilitate job placements, internships, and networking opportunities
- Coordinate campus recruiting activities, including job fairs, employer and professional presentations
- Advise students about career opportunities, paths, skill development, internships/practicums, job search strategies and interview techniques.
Director of Talent Management and Career Services
Career Education Corporation
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Serve in leadership role to lead team in achieving retention and career development objectives
- Accountable for ensuring all students and staff are actively engaged in career and professional development activities
- Coordinated and scheduled information sessions, on-campus interviews, class presentations, and networking events
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Communication Processes -
University of Wisconsin
Green Bay, WISkills
- Strategic Recruitment
- Candidate Experience
- Pipeline Development
- Data-Driven Decisions
- Full Life Cycle Recruiting
- Team Collaboration
- Hiring Strategy Execution
- Strategic Talent Sourcing
- Interpersonal Communication
- Leadership & Management
- MS Office Suite
- Applicant Tracking Systems
Certification
- SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional, January 2025
Timeline
Director of Talent Acquisition & Development
Seton Catholic Schools
01.2023 - Current
Director of Recruitment
Cardinal Stritch University
01.2018 - 01.2023
Career and Academic Advisor
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
01.2016 - 01.2018
Director of Talent Management and Career Services
Career Education Corporation
01.2005 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science in Communication Processes -
University of Wisconsin
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