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Patricia Hernandez

Patricia Hernandez

Springdale,AR

Summary

Highly effective Recruiter well-versed in promoting positive and productive environments. Capable of remaining calm and collected in high stress environments. Focused on keeping applicants organized, handling contacts and arranging interviews. Capable of updating records, coordinating tests and eliminating unqualified candidates. Fluent in Spanish/English

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Talent Acquisition Specialist II

Tyson Foods
11.2022 - 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.
  • Conducted telephone and in-person interviews to assess candidate experience and qualifications.
  • Developed and maintained applicant tracking system, tracking all job openings, applicants and interviewing activity.
  • Provided regular updates on talent acquisition performance metrics to senior leadership, supporting data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Reduced time-to-fill for open positions by implementing efficient recruitment strategies and effective collaboration with hiring managers.
  • 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.
  • Leveraged social media platforms to advertise open positions, reaching wider audience and increasing application rates.

Senior Recruiter

JobSquad
01.2021 - 10.2022
  • Enhanced candidate pipeline by utilizing various sourcing strategies, including social media, networking events, and job postings.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and labor market data to inform recruitment strategies accordingly.
  • Conducted thorough candidate screenings, resulting in higher quality interviews and placements.
  • Assisted hiring managers in creating accurate job descriptions that accurately reflected role requirements and attracted qualified applicants.
  • Developed strong relationships with hiring managers to better understand their needs and successfully fill vacancies in a timely manner.
  • Provided exceptional support to candidates throughout the interview process, leading to positive feedback and increased offer acceptance rates.

Human Resources Coordinator

Visiting Angels Home Care
11.2019 - 01.2021
  • Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
  • Conducted new employee onboarding and provided ongoing orientation training.
  • Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks.
  • Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.

Recruiter

Tec Staffing Services
Springdale, AR
10.2017 - 11.2019
  • Provided information about pay rates, dates and training processes.
  • Completed paperwork and work authorization forms after hiring new employees.
  • Posted job opportunities on job boards and observed feedback.
  • Reviewed job applications to identify, vet and recommend optimal candidates.
  • Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
  • 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.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
  • Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

Springdale High School
Springdale, AR
2009

Skills

  • New hire orientation
  • Interview scheduling
  • Team leadership
  • Sorting applicants
  • Interviewing and onboarding
  • Recruitment
  • Applicant tracking systems
  • Reviewing candidate backgrounds
  • Employment opportunity postings
  • New hire paperwork processing
  • Background checking
  • MS Office proficiency
  • Pre-screening candidates

Timeline

Talent Acquisition Specialist II

Tyson Foods
11.2022 - Current

Senior Recruiter

JobSquad
01.2021 - 10.2022

Human Resources Coordinator

Visiting Angels Home Care
11.2019 - 01.2021

Recruiter

Tec Staffing Services
10.2017 - 11.2019

High School Diploma - undefined

Springdale High School
Patricia Hernandez