Summary
Work History
Overview
Education
Skills
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Accomplishments
Timeline
Temarian Morris

Temarian Morris

Laurel,MD

Summary

Talent Acquisition professional with 20+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience across healthcare and corporate environments. Skilled in leveraging ATS platforms, data analytics, and emerging technologies to deliver high-quality hires. Adept at building trusted partnerships with hiring managers, driving employer branding through high-touch candidate engagement, and aligning talent strategies with organizational priorities. Recognized for balancing strategic insight with hands-on execution to optimize recruitment processes and outcomes.

Work History

Talent Acquisition Consultant

Kaiser Permanente
Laurel, MD, (Remote)
09.2019 - 04.2025

• Advised hiring managers on talent strategies aligned with workforce goals, utilizing market insights and analytics to define role requirements and hiring priorities.
• Designed and optimized compliant recruiting workflows leveraging ATS capabilities and labor law knowledge to ensure consistent hiring practices.
• Conducted behavioral and competency-based interviews to evaluate candidate fit, ensuring a high-touch experience throughout the interview process.
• Supported resolution of hiring-related concerns, partnering with HR and hiring leaders to ensure compliant and equitable recruitment practices.
• Coached hiring managers on effective interview techniques and bias reduction, enhancing selection quality and candidate experience.
• Analyzed ATS data and sourcing analytics to uncover trends, optimize pipeline strategies, and improve time-to-fill and offer acceptance rates.
• Built strong partnerships with cross-functional stakeholders, delivering strategic recruitment support and aligning hiring efforts with business goals.
• Represented Kaiser Permanente at national career fairs, strengthening employer brand and expanding talent pipeline for high-volume hiring needs.

Associate Recruiter

Kaiser Permanente
Rockville, MD, (Hybrid)
01.2016 - 09.2019

• Managed full-cycle recruitment for clinical and administrative roles, consistently meeting hiring SLAs in a fast-paced, metrics-driven healthcare environment.
• Developed targeted sourcing strategies using job boards, referrals, and resume databases to attract qualified candidates and reduce time-to-fill.
• Coordinated end-to-end recruitment logistics, ensuring compliance with pre-employment procedures and delivering a seamless candidate experience.
• Supported onboarding efforts by preparing orientation materials and collaborating with HR and hiring managers to ensure smooth new hire integration.
• Guided candidates through all recruitment stages—including offer negotiation—to secure top talent and support retention goals.
• Ensured all recruiting practices adhered to EEOC and local employment laws, mitigating risk and upholding ethical standards.
• Created compelling job postings in collaboration with department leads, tailored to attract diverse talent aligned with role requirements and brand messaging.

TA Operations Coordinator

Kaiser Permanente
Rockville, MD, (On-Site)
01.2008 - 01.2016

• Coordinated onboarding workflows to ensure timely completion of documentation and smooth new hire transition, enhancing retention and engagement.
• Maintained and updated candidate data in ATS, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and data integrity across hiring workflows.
• Partnered with HR teams on cross-functional projects including compensation alignment, employee relations, and performance initiatives.
• Streamlined recordkeeping processes by digitizing paper-based systems, improving data accessibility and compliance.

Administrative Specialist

John Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
Laurel, MD
09.2006 - 12.2007
  • Developed and maintained filing systems for both paper and electronic records.
  • Provided administrative support to department staff, including scheduling appointments and organizing meetings.
  • Performed data entry tasks in an accurate and timely manner.

HR Assistant

The HR Source
Greenbelt, MD
06.2005 - 08.2006
  • Processed onboarding paperwork for new hires and rehires.
  • Guided new hires through orientation and onboarding and explained documentation requirements to facilitate HR process.
  • Assisted candidates with application processes by answering questions about application, performing background checks, providing I-9 forms and handling drug screening paperwork.

HR Assistant

Design Cuisine
Arlington, VA
06.2004 - 04.2005
  • Assisted in the recruitment and interviewing process by scheduling interviews, coordinating pre-employment testing, and providing administrative support to hiring managers.
  • Compiled employee records such as personal information, attendance, benefits, performance reviews, and terminations.
  • Organized and maintained personnel records including new hire paperwork and changes to employment status.
  • Processed payroll data including hours worked, overtime approval, vacation time tracking, garnishments and deductions.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Education

MASTER OF SCIENCE - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

University of Maryland Global Campus, College Park, MD
09.2021 - Current

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

University of Maryland Global Campus, College Park, MD
05.2020

Skills

  • Relationship Management
  • Talent management
  • Performance management
  • Data Management
  • Collective Bargaining Agreements
  • Candidate Screening
  • Interviewing
  • Assessment
  • Applicant Tracking Systems
  • Candidate Pipeline Development
  • Negotiation
  • Onboarding
  • Networking
  • Administrative Support
  • Background Checks
  • Reference Checks
  • Communication
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Problem solving
  • Employee training
  • Data analysis
  • Effective communication

Accomplishments

  • Toastmasters International (2010 - 2020)
  • Performance Improvement Analysis Team (June 2013 - June 2016)
  • Talent Acquisition Consultant Goal Set and Review Team (2020)
  • HR Social Justice Team (October 2020 - January 2024)
  • AWANA Gametime Director (September 2011 - May 2017)
  • Vice President Culinary Ministry, ASBC (2018 - 2020)

Timeline

University of Maryland Global Campus - MASTER OF SCIENCE, HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
09.2021 - Current
Talent Acquisition Consultant - Kaiser Permanente
09.2019 - 04.2025
Associate Recruiter - Kaiser Permanente
01.2016 - 09.2019
TA Operations Coordinator - Kaiser Permanente
01.2008 - 01.2016
Administrative Specialist - John Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
09.2006 - 12.2007
HR Assistant - The HR Source
06.2005 - 08.2006
HR Assistant - Design Cuisine
06.2004 - 04.2005
University of Maryland Global Campus - BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Temarian Morris