Paula Ferrell
Forney,TX
Summary
Successful human resource candidate with expertise in employee recruitment, selection, training, talent acquisition ,compensation and benefits. Adept at building and maintaining positive relationships with employees and management. Strong organizational skills and committed to adhering to relevant laws and regulations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruiter
Southwest Airlines
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations.
- Collaborated with HR leadership regarding candidate salary determinations.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
Sr. Recruiter
Charter Communications, Time Warner Cable
12.2019 - 01.2022
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Conducted thorough candidate screenings, resulting in higher quality interviews and placements.
- Reduced time-to-fill metrics by implementing efficient applicant tracking systems and prioritizing high-impact roles.
- Regularly attended networking events and conferences to expand professional network and identify potential candidates for future openings.
- Increased diversity hiring initiatives through targeted outreach efforts and partnerships with professional organizations catering to underrepresented groups.
Recruiter
Charter Communications, Time Warner Cable
10.2016 - 12.2019
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
- Emphasized job benefits and perks to applicants to improve organization's attractiveness.
- Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
HR/Recruiting Coordinator
Time Warner Cable
04.2011 - 10.2016
- Worked with recruiting teams and human resources representatives to accomplish hiring objectives.
- Coordinated incoming job requisitions and applications.
- Developed a comprehensive onboarding program for new hires to facilitate a seamless transition into their roles.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
- Developed and monitored employee recognition programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TX12.2015
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Dallas Community College
Mesquite, TX12.2012
Skills
- Policy Development
- Recruitment
- Talent Management
- Full Cycle Recruiting
- Salary and Benefits Negotiations
- Recruiting and Sourcing
Affiliations
- LUV Toastmasters at SWA
- Tribe and ERG at SWA
- B.E.A.T an ERG at SWA
Timeline
Recruiter
Southwest Airlines
01.2022 - Current
Sr. Recruiter
Charter Communications, Time Warner Cable
12.2019 - 01.2022
Recruiter
Charter Communications, Time Warner Cable
10.2016 - 12.2019
HR/Recruiting Coordinator
Time Warner Cable
04.2011 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Dallas Community College
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