Experienced Human Resource and Senior Regional Recruiting Manager with 15+ years leading in strategic planning and execution of recruiting efforts within private sector, government contracts and non-profits. Collaborates well with leaders at all levels to build strong teams and execute people strategies that support organizational growth. Broad network of contacts consisting of high-quality professionals. Straight shooter with an excellent record of closing deals with ideal candidates. A people first mindset, goal-oriented professional, motivated to achieve demanding targets under tight deadlines. Proficient in developing and overseeing diverse candidate pipelines, marketing plans and advertising strategies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manager
Wesley Housing Development
Alexandria, VA
01.2025 - Current
Lead end to end People Support operations across multi-site properties, partnering with property leadership to drive staffing, engagement, compliance and performance.
Serve as a trusted advisor to Executive Team and managers on employee relations matters, providing coaching, investigations, corrective action guidance, and performance improvement support to ensure fair and consistent outcomes.
Developed and implemented comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract diverse talent.
Streamlined onboarding processes, enhancing new hire experience and retention rates.
Conduct regular training sessions on compliance and workplace policies to ensure regulatory adherence.
Oversee benefits administration, HRIS payroll coordination, and leave management, ensuring accuracy, compliance and clear communication to employees.
Lead HR projects and engagement initiatives, including recognition, incentives and training programs, that improve moral, retention, and operational success.
Maintain company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
Manage complex benefits administration, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims.
Motivate employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
Conduct comprehensive HR audits to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations, mitigating risk of legal issues.
Conduct salary and market benchmarking analyses to ensure competitive compensation and attract top talent.
Partner with leadership across affordable housing communities, including senior living, family housing, and tax credit (LIHTC) properties to support workforce planning, and community needs.
Sr. Regional Recruiting Manager
Inter-Con
Alexandria, VA
06.2020 - 06.2024
Senior Recruiter promoted to Regional Manager 6/2022, Sr. Regional 6/2023
Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
Compiled and produced qualified candidates' information for hiring manager review and liaised between parties to coordinate formal management interviews.
Conducted recruiting events bi-weekly to grow passive talent pipeline to prepare for future hiring needs.
Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network.
Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events and job fairs.
Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
Work closely with Project Managers to staff contractors for several federal government agencies.
Facilitate and developed recruitment processes to maximize our programs efficiency in recruiting high level candidates
Corporate Recruiter
Kforce & MMC Group
01.2019 - 06.2020
Oversaw full cycle recruiting for contractor vacancies each quarter.
Facilitated all new employee orientations to foster a positive team attitude.
Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
Tracked candidates and pushed for feedback on disqualifications, time-to-fill statistics and other variables.
Staffed and worked closely with non-profit organizations
Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
Established reputation among leading government organizations for possessing extensive candidate network and successful placement of Data Scientist/Analyst specialists.
MULTI SITE PLACEMENT (TEMP)
Human Resource Coordinator/Recruiter
Whelan
Landover, MD
04.2016 - 12.2018
Directed job fairs to bring in local talent for long term and seasonal positions.
Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process, and drafting offer letters.
Coordinated company training and compiled training reports and communication to support compliance with corporate requirements.
Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
Supported human resources staff with new hire orientations and monthly departmental meetings and grievances.
Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
Updated presentation and accompanying documents for compensation committee quarterly reviews and KPI’s.
Implemented tracking database for employee professional development, licensure renewal credits and renewal deadlines.
Reviewed human resources paperwork for accuracy and completeness, including verifying, collecting, and correcting data.
Edited job position announcements before authorizing post.
Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry and general HR tasks and Employee Relations.
Oversaw full cycle recruiting for over 22,000 hour vacancies each quarter.
Managed and maintained 2.5% or less of unbilled overtime
Worked closely with corporate staff to assure compliance needs were always met.
Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
Stayed current with company's organization structure, personnel policy and federal and state laws regarding employment practices
HR Specialist/Recruiter & Administrative Assistant to Director of Operation
Affirmative Tactical Force Protection & Investigation
Clinton, MD
11.2011 - 04.2016
Coordinated travel arrangements by booking airfare, hotel, and ground transportation.
Generated reports and typed letters in Word and prepared PowerPoint presentations.
Organized weekly staff meetings and logged minutes for corporate records.
Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
Supported logistics for programs, meetings, and events, including room reservations agenda preparation and calendar maintenance.
Processed invoices and expenses using tracking systems to facilitate on-time payment.
Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
Edited subcontractor proposals, project punch lists, transmittals, and memorandums for organizational support.
Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
Coached new employees on administrative procedures, company policies and performance standards.
Interacted with vendors, contractors, and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
Created PowerPoint presentations for business development purposes.
Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff, and greeting visitors.
Maintained staff directory and company policy handbook for human resources department.
Performed various administrative functions, including filing paperwork, delivering mail, sorting mail, office cleaning and bookkeeping.
Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.
Processed documentation for employee actions such as new hires, grievance resolutions and terminations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Westwood College
Annandale, VA
10-2013
High School Diploma -
Crossland High School
Temple Hills, MD
06-2005
Skills
Policy and Procedure Writing
Termination Documentation
Full-Cycle Recruiting
New Hire Onboarding
Retention Program Development
Recruitment Management
Decision Making
Management Consulting
Conflict Resolution
HR/Staffing
Employee Relations
Customer Relationship Management
Project Management
Documentation and Recordkeeping
Employment Data Tracking (HRIS)
SalesForce
ATS Systems (Brassrings, Paycom, Taleo, ADP and etc)
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
Wesley Housing Development
01.2025 - Current
Sr. Regional Recruiting Manager
Inter-Con
06.2020 - 06.2024
Corporate Recruiter
Kforce & MMC Group
01.2019 - 06.2020
Human Resource Coordinator/Recruiter
Whelan
04.2016 - 12.2018
HR Specialist/Recruiter & Administrative Assistant to Director of Operation
Affirmative Tactical Force Protection & Investigation