Talent Sourcer
American Water
11.2024 - Current
Hi, I’m
Olivia Booth
Talent Sourcer
Chicago,IL
Timeline
Regent University
Master of Arts from Law
05.2017 - 05.2019
Aurora University
Bachelor of Arts from English
12.2014 - 12.2016
Work History
American Water
Talent Sourcer
11.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted in sourcing candidates through various online platforms and social media channels.
- Conducted initial screening of resumes to identify potential candidates for open positions.
- Maintained accurate records of candidate interactions and application statuses in the ATS system.
- Engaged in research to identify target talent pools for specialized roles within the organization.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss recruitment strategies and improve sourcing techniques.
- Developed knowledge of industry trends and competitor hiring practices to enhance sourcing effectiveness.
- Proactively built pipelines of high-quality talent across multiple disciplines ensuring a steady flow of candidates for future hiring needs.
- Enhanced candidate sourcing by utilizing various recruiting tools and social media platforms.
- Assisted in developing comprehensive training materials for new Talent Sourcers joining the team to expedite their onboarding process.
- Maintained a high level of candidate satisfaction by providing timely feedback and clear communication throughout the recruitment process.
- Fostered diversity initiatives by implementing targeted sourcing methods aimed at reaching underrepresented groups within specific industries.
- Built strong relationships with potential candidates through networking events, college recruitment fairs, and industry conferences.
- Leveraged data-driven insights from recruitment analytics to inform adjustments in sourcing approach leading to better-targeted searches.
- Conducted pre-screening interviews to assess qualifications and cultural fit before recommending candidates to hiring managers.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and competitor practices, informing strategic adjustments in talent sourcing approaches.
- Established rapport with passive candidates through personalized outreach messaging leading to stronger engagement levels.
- Presented qualified candidates to hiring managers in a timely manner, facilitating quicker decision-making processes.
- Developed creative strategies for passive candidate outreach, resulting in a higher response rate.
- Reduced time-to-fill ratios by optimizing job postings for increased visibility on search engines and job boards.
Overview
1
year of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
Education
Regent UniversityVirginia Beach, VA
Master of Arts from Law
05.2017 - 05.2019
Aurora UniversityAurora, IL
Bachelor of Arts from English
12.2014 - 12.2016
Skills
Job posting optimization
Candidate assessment
Screening resumes
Recruitment marketing
Social media recruiting
Boolean search
Sourcing strategies
Cold calling
Applicant tracking systems
Recruiting and sourcing
LinkedIn sourcing
Pre-screening candidates
Summary
Driven and personable individual with knack for identifying and engaging top talent. Possesses solid understanding of candidate sourcing strategies and proficient in utilizing various platforms and tools for talent acquisition. Committed to building strong talent pipelines and contributing to organizational growth.
Certification
- AIRS Certified Internet Recruiter
- RogueHire Recruiter Academy Certified Sourcer
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