Maria Zuniga

Manage full-cycle recruitment for airport operations positions across 12 airport locations.

Successfully manage 25+ active requisitions simultaneously while meeting aggressive hiring timelines.

Develop sourcing strategies using ADP Recruiting, Taleo, employee referrals, social media, networking, and community partnerships.

Increased applicant flow by 25% through targeted sourcing initiatives and recruitment marketing.

Conduct candidate screening, interviews, offer discussions, and onboarding coordination.

Partner with hiring managers to develop hiring strategies and prioritize critical staffing needs.

Represent the organization at career fairs, community events, and diversity recruitment initiatives.

Mentor recruiting team members on sourcing strategies and candidate engagement.

Deliver an outstanding candidate experience through timely communication and relationship management.

Coordinated interviews, onboarding, background screenings, and candidate communications for high-volume recruiting.

Maintained candidate records in the ATS while ensuring compliance with EEOC guidelines and company policies.

Resolved pre-employment issues while maintaining 100% compliance with hiring requirements.

Served as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the hiring process.

Supported recruiters and hiring managers by coordinating recruiting operations and administrative activities.

Supervised airport operations, including passenger assistance, wheelchair services, baggage support, and queue management.

Led and coached frontline employees while ensuring compliance with FAA, TSA, and company regulations.

Managed employee schedules to maintain operational efficiency during peak travel periods.

Investigated operational and customer service incidents and completed detailed documentation.

Ensured employees completed required safety and operational training.

Coordinated daily operational assignments to support efficient airport operations.

Communicated with frontline teams to resolve real-time operational issues.

Maintained accurate operational documentation and compliance records.

Supported safe, efficient, and customer-focused airport operations.