Rachel Morell
Athens,AL
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
FANDOM
11.2019 - 01.2026
- Managed high-volume scheduling of virtual and onsite interviews across the organization.
- Monitored and updated applicant information in system of record, guaranteeing compliance with all recruitment-related regulations.
- Coordinated the offer process, including drafting, routing for approval, and dispatching offer letters to candidates.
- Managed new hire onboarding procedures, including thorough background checks and completion of essential employment paperwork.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to develop comprehensive job descriptions and post job opportunities on various online job boards.
- Collaborated with hiring managers and HR business partners to initiate and monitor new and replacement requisitions.
- Collaborated with finance to establish headcount and budget forecasting strategies.
- Assisted in analyzing data and reporting on hiring metrics, turnover rates, diversity statistics, and candidate pipelines.
- Executed initial resume and phone screenings of candidates to assess suitability for roles.
- Assisted with referral process, internship programs, and employer branding activities.
- Managed applicant tracking system to streamline candidate sourcing and improve communication flow throughout hiring process.
- Assisted in building a multi-channel candidate pipeline through employee referrals and sourcing tools. Utilized Boolean search techniques on LinkedIn and other platforms to identify potential candidates. Participated in meetups and events to connect with prospective talent.
- Managed and optimized operational workflows across platforms such as Greenhouse, Gem, BambooHR, Tap, Recruit, and Udemy.
- Managed Talent Calendar: Coordinate meeting such as team meetings, intake meetings, debrief sessions, etc.
- Facilitated employee interview training sessions to enhance recruitment skills.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for candidates, including booking flights and hotel accommodations. Assisted in processing candidate travel expense reimbursements.
- Familiar with Outlook, Google Drive, Microsoft, Slack, Zoom, Skype, ChatGPT, Gemini; comfortable learning new platforms
- Provided other administrative support to the recruiting team as needed.
- Provided administrative support to Director, Global Talent Acquisition by scheduling meetings, providing decks, analyzing data
Human Resources Benefits Coordinator
ADTRAN
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Ensured that employees understood their coverage and benefit features.
- Advised employees on benefits eligibility, coverage, etc.
- Ensured benefit plans were administered correctly.
- Verified monthly bills and invoices with payroll records and processes for payment.
- Conducted benefit orientations for new employees and for annual open enrollment.
- Tracked employee FMLA and short and long term leave.
- Performed reporting functions for all required filing for benefits and wellness programs as required by law.
- Managed employee reward and recognition program.
- Managed fitness center (employee registration, schedule group fitness, etc.)
- Worked closely with ADP, TAM and E-Time software.
Human Resources Coordinator
VGT
02.2018 - 04.2019
- Continued to offer support to the executive team and uphold my HR Administrative Assistant duties, as well as:
- Assisted in recruitment efforts for open positions as needed.
- Scheduled interviews for all departments across all organizations.
- Oversaw onboarding processes for new employees, including drug screening and background checks.
- Worked in both ADP and Workday systems to handle employee issues (time cards, recruitment, onboarding, benefits, etc.)
- Processed new hire and termination paperwork.
- Conducted new hire orientation sessions to ensure smooth integration into company culture and operations.
- Conducted thorough employment verifications to support hiring decisions and maintain organizational integrity.
- Assisted in maintenance and review of written job descriptions.
- Managed the employee recognition and award program.
- Reviewed data and prepared detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to facilitate performance evaluation and planning.
- Monitored and analyzed attrition and hiring trends for monthly CEO report preparation.
Human Resources Administrative/ Executive Assistant
VGT
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Supported VP of HR by organizing meetings, managing various projects, coordinating travel plans, and overseeing expense reports.
- Coordinated detailed travel logistics and itineraries for department staff and interview candidates to facilitate efficient domestic and international travel.
- Performed confidential administrative and secretarial functions including typing, copying, scanning, faxing, memos, letters, reports, forms, etc.
- Created database and spreadsheet files.
- Managed invoices and expenses for HR department.
- Executed systematic preparation and maintenance of employee files and I-9 documentation, adhering to all legal compliance mandates.
- Provided essential support by managing switchboard operations and receptionist duties as required.
- Coordinated employee recognition programs, blood drives, food drives, volunteer and social committee events.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications Public Relations
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2015
Skills
- Talent management
- Recruitment
- Interview scheduling
- Global recruitment
- Onboarding coordination
- Background checks
- Collaborative teamwork
- Screening resumes
Affiliations
- Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM)
- International Associate of Administrative Assistants
Certification
Certified Administrative Professional (CAP)
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
FANDOM
11.2019 - 01.2026
Human Resources Benefits Coordinator
ADTRAN
05.2019 - 11.2019
Human Resources Coordinator
VGT
02.2018 - 04.2019
Human Resources Administrative/ Executive Assistant
VGT
02.2016 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Communications Public Relations
University of Alabama