Latisha Arteaga
Tulsa,OK
Summary
Highly organized and goal-driven professional with 3 years of dedicated human resources experience, 4 years of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding, and 15 years in customer service, retail, and management. Proven track record of boosting operational performance and staffing efficiency, including a 60% increase in production from Q2 to Q3. Deep experience in staffing across industrial, medical, administrative, warehouse, and sales roles. Excels in designing and implementing streamlined HR protocols, delivering seamless onboarding experiences, and maintaining compliance with labor regulations. Adept at fostering inclusive, high-performance teams and aligning talent strategies with business goals.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Kelvion Recruiter
Kelvion
Catoosa, OK
2026 - Current
- Conducted candidate sourcing using various platforms, enhancing talent pool quality.
- Streamlined interview scheduling process, improving team efficiency by coordinating logistics.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define role requirements and ensure alignment on candidate profiles.
- Assisted in developing job descriptions that accurately reflect position responsibilities and expectations.
- Participated in recruitment events to promote employer brand and attract potential candidates effectively.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
- Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
- Partnered with HR teams to determine workforce planning needs, aligning recruitment efforts with business objectives.
Recruiter
Action Group Staffing
Tulsa, OK
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Manage full-cycle recruiting for industrial, warehouse, administrative, and professional placements.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships to understand workforce needs and deliver tailored staffing solutions.
- Consistently meet and exceed productivity targets, contributing to team and branch goals.
- Conduct screening, interviewing, onboarding, and placement of candidates in high-demand roles.
- Provide seamless candidate experiences while ensuring compliance with employment laws and internal policies.
- Collaborate with account managers and leadership to align staffing solutions with business objectives.
- Maintain detailed documentation of placements, onboarding activity, and client feedback.
Store Manager
Cato
Broken Arrow, OK
07.2023 - 02.2025
- Hired, trained, and onboarded all store personnel based on operational needs.
- Oversaw employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance improvement plans.
- Designed weekly staffing schedules and managed labor cost efficiency.
- Provided ongoing mentorship and policy training to ensure compliance and role readiness.
HR Lead
Belk Department Store
Stillwater, OK
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Led full-cycle HR operations, with a strong focus on recruiting, hiring, and onboarding across multiple departments.
- Developed onboarding tools, checklists, and orientation programs to reduce ramp-up time and improve retention.
- Partnered with department leads to ensure staffing alignment with production demands.
- Coordinated employee engagement initiatives and performance evaluations.
- Ensured compliance with employment laws and internal policy documentation.
Employment Specialist
Express Employment
Stillwater, OK
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Successfully staffed over 100 roles across various industries, including technical, industrial, and healthcare positions.
- Delivered an exceptional candidate experience through structured onboarding, job prep, and post-placement support.
- Conducted skills matching, interviews, background checks, and onboarding documentation.
- Built relationships with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and reduce turnover.
- Achieved a notable production increase of over $100,000 in Q3, contributing to a 60% increase from the previous quarter.
Retail & Management Roles
Cato Fashions, Mattress Firm, Buffalo Wild Wings, Old Navy, Maurice's
- Recruited, onboarded, and trained staff in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
- Conducted interviews, reference checks, and new hire orientations.
- Enforced company HR protocols and performance standards.
- Various Locations
Skills
- Problem resolution
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking
- Excellent communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Flexible and adaptable
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Timeline
Recruiter
Action Group Staffing
04.2025 - 10.2025
Store Manager
Cato
07.2023 - 02.2025
HR Lead
Belk Department Store
08.2021 - 06.2023
Employment Specialist
Express Employment
09.2020 - 04.2021
Kelvion Recruiter
Kelvion
2026 - Current
Retail & Management Roles
Cato Fashions, Mattress Firm, Buffalo Wild Wings, Old Navy, Maurice's