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Miriam Castro Garcia

El Paso,TX

Summary

Focused on using effective recruitment strategies and candidate pipelines to meet employment needs. Leverages traditional and online methods to bring in top talent. Dedicated professional eager to create and implement successful strategies to improve organizational efficiency. Adept at utilizing data analysis to provide insights into HR initiatives. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and committed to pursuing best practices related to employee development and retention. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Talent Acquisition Specialist III

Firstlight Federal Credit Union
10.2023 - Current
  • Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs.
  • Developed and maintained applicant tracking system, tracking all job openings, applicants and interviewing activity.
  • Conducted telephone and in-person interviews to assess candidate experience and qualifications.
  • Managed full-cycle recruiting process for multiple roles simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards in candidate assessment and selection.
  • Provided regular updates to hiring managers and HR staff on recruitment activities and progress.
  • Created and distributed job postings on job boards, corporate career sites and social media networks to increase reach.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with executives, HR team, and hiring managers to foster partnerships that produced consistent results.
  • Enhanced candidate experience by implementing a streamlined application process and timely communication.
  • Increased retention rates through thorough pre-screening of candidates and regular follow-up on new hires'' satisfaction levels.
  • Improved interview processes through the development and implementation of structured interview guides tailored to each role''s unique requirements.
  • Designed and led training sessions for hiring managers on interview techniques and bias awareness to improve interview processes.

Recruiting Associate

Wells Fargo, NA
02.2005 - 10.2023
  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
  • Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
  • Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
  • Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
  • Assisted with onboarding and orientation of new hires to expedite acclimatization process.
  • Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network.
  • Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to continuously improve recruitment processes and execute as efficiently as possible.
  • Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
  • Placed advertisements, evaluated applicant credentials, conducted initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
  • Developed and implemented plans to improve recruitment process.
  • Emphasized job benefits and perks to applicants to improve organization's attractiveness.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external recruiters to obtain referrals to qualified candidates.
  • Collaborated with HR leadership regarding candidate salary determinations.
  • Advised managers on best practices to maintain compliance with applicable laws.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.

HR Specialist

MediaCopy Inc
12.2002 - 12.2004
  • Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
  • Managed payroll processing and benefits to compensate employees for service rendered.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Resolved employee complaints and grievances successfully through mediation and collaboration.
  • Oversaw and managed hiring process and assisted human resources.
  • Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing, and position management practices.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with external vendors, insurance providers and benefits administrators to establish trust and rapport.
  • Conducted workplace compliance training to reduce liability risks and operate effectively.
  • Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
  • Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
  • Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
  • Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
  • Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
  • Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.
  • Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.

Education

Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
08.2012

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
07.2008

Associate of Science - Accounting

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
05.1992

Skills

  • Policy Interpretation
  • Candidate Pipeline Development
  • Interview Scheduling
  • Offer Letter Drafting
  • Human Resources Management Systems
  • Networking and Partnership Development
  • Time Management
  • Phone Screens
  • Behavioral Interviewing
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Job Applicant Interviews
  • Team Collaboration
  • Recruitment Strategy Development
  • Applicant Tracking Systems
  • Human Resource Policies
  • New Hire Paperwork Processing
  • Assessments and Qualifications
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Background Checks
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Affirmative Action Guidelines
  • Recruiting and on Boarding

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Talent Acquisition Specialist III

Firstlight Federal Credit Union
10.2023 - Current

Recruiting Associate

Wells Fargo, NA
02.2005 - 10.2023

HR Specialist

MediaCopy Inc
12.2002 - 12.2004

Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

University of Phoenix

Associate of Science - Accounting

Texas Tech University

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