Laura Payton
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Experienced Recruitment Specialist skilled in candidate sourcing, employer branding, and job description development. Proven ability to engage diverse talent pools and provide training to junior staff, ensuring effective recruitment processes. Dynamic Recruitment Specialist with expertise in candidate sourcing, job description development, and employer branding. Proven track record in promoting inclusive hiring practices and enhancing team collaboration.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruitment Specialist
Covered California
Sacramento, CA
05.2017 - 10.2025
- Coordinated recruitment efforts to identify qualified candidates for various roles.
- Developed job descriptions and posted listings on multiple platforms.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to understand team needs and requirements.
- Engaged with diverse talent pools to promote inclusive hiring practices.
- Provided training and support to junior recruitment staff on best practices.
- Created and maintained a database of candidate information.
- Attended career fairs and recruiting events to promote employer brand awareness and generate interest among potential candidates.
- Provided feedback to unsuccessful applicants regarding their qualifications and the hiring process.
Associate Governmental Program Analyst
CDCR
Sacramento, CA
05.1994 - 09.2015
- Provided training sessions regarding program policies and procedures to staff members.
- Monitored compliance with applicable laws and regulations relating to program operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement program initiatives effectively.
- Monitored compliance with state regulations and policies for government programs.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Vocational
Skills
- Candidate sourcing
- Job description development
- Recruitment software
- Candidate database management
- Employer branding
- Job posting optimization
- Multitasking capacity
- Employee hiring
- Personnel recruitment
- Computer proficiency
- Public speaking
- Training development
Timeline
Recruitment Specialist
Covered California
05.2017 - 10.2025
Associate Governmental Program Analyst
CDCR
05.1994 - 09.2015
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Vocational