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Shaniece Smith

Jackson,MI

Summary

Dynamic and personable Senior Recruiter with a strong track record in full-cycle recruitment, employee relations, and recruitment marketing. Known for excellent communication and organizational skills, I am committed to empowering teams and individuals to achieve their full potential through innovative HR and recruitment strategies. Successfully managed large-scale recruitment efforts in high-demand environments and led diversity hiring initiatives that significantly enhanced workplace culture. Proficient in talent acquisition and strategic HR planning, with a proven ability to lead and inspire others.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Generalist / Recruiter

Choice Labs
08.2023 - Current
  • Served as a trusted advisor to employees at all levels of the organization regarding employee relation, workplace policies, and conflict resolution.
  • Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and reduced administrative workload.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives through strategic HR planning.
  • Served as a trusted advisor to employees at all levels of the organization regarding employee relations, workplace policies, and conflict resolution.
  • Enhanced full onboarding recruitment experience for new hires by implementing effective onboarding protocols based on strategic personnel, staffing, and position management practices.
  • Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
  • Developed diversity hiring initiatives, resulting in more inclusive workplace culture.

Senior Regional Recruiter

Waste Management
10.2021 - 08.2023

Full cycle recruitment, Job ads, social media marketing, interviewing candidates, sourcing onboarding.

Filled over 200 positions in various market areas, including the Upper Midwest, Florida, and South Atlantic for both experienced and entry-level roles. Employed effective recruitment methods incorporating social media and traditional channels to attract high-quality candidates.

  • Developed and implemented innovative recruitment strategies, leveraging both social media and traditional approaches to attract exceptional candidates.
  • Conducted interviews and provided Full onboarding for a range of positions including CDL drivers, heavy equipment operators, Landfill Gas Technicians, Scalehouse Operators, Environmental Managers, and Welders and Mechanics.
  • Successfully navigated multiple operating systems including our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and conducted targeted recruitment campaigns for specific roles resulting in attracting qualified applicants and reducing overall time-to-fill.
  • Led support team in the India and Canada region, overseeing and training recruitment processes such as identifying hiring needs and utilizing media campaigns to attract potential employees.


Talent Acquisition Specialist

Elara Caring
12.2021 - 07.2022
  • Identified hiring needs, recruited potential employees, conducted interviews, attended job fairs and hiring events, and reviewed candidate resumes.
  • Recruited medical Patient care aides, and Nurses
  • Managed social media marketing strategies and campaigns to promote job openings
  • Enhanced performance in Workday ATS, schedules, reporting and coordination.
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of credentials, backgrounds, and rigorous hiring processes

Human Resources Staffing Specialist

Diverse Staffing
08.2020 - 10.2021
  • Created job ads, conducted social media marketing to attract candidates, facilitated drug testing and screening, managed onboarding process including job skills testing and orientation walk-throughs. Administered staffing schedules, coordinated reporting activities, performed system administration for application tracking system. Hired temp-to-hire, contract, and direct-hire employees in the industrial manufacturing industry.
  • Contributed to the development of HR policies to align recruitment practices with organizational objectives and industry standards for temp-to-hire positions.
  • Managed payroll, scheduling, and timecards while effectively tracking employee performance.
  • Managed training programs for new team members, promoting the acquisition of enhanced skill sets through onsite training activities.
  • Collaborated with leadership teams and CEO's to assess workforce planning needs and develop talent pipelines for future positions.

Research Assistant Recruiter (Relevant Roles)

Michigan State Universtiy
09.2012 - 03.2015
  • Helped secure $3.5 million in grant funding to support the Mothers in Motion program, enhancing its outreach and impact.
  • Implemented strategic recruitment and retention initiatives, significantly improving candidate engagement in the Jackson region.
  • Successfully extended the program by three additional years through innovative recruitment efforts and strategic planning.
  • Played a key role in developing educational DVD content, contributing to the program’s expansion across the USA through the WIC program.
  • Trained and mentored staff at various sites across Michigan, ensuring consistent program delivery and effectiveness.

Education

Business Communication

Jackson College
Jackson

Medical Studies

Medical Career Center

HR Training

HR Certifications

Skills

  • Full Cycle Recruiting
  • Human Resources and Employee Relations
  • High Volume Recruitment and hiring
  • Job Fairs and Community Events
  • Onboarding and Orientation
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Payroll Administration
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Benefits Administration

Timeline

HR Generalist / Recruiter

Choice Labs
08.2023 - Current

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Elara Caring
12.2021 - 07.2022

Senior Regional Recruiter

Waste Management
10.2021 - 08.2023

Human Resources Staffing Specialist

Diverse Staffing
08.2020 - 10.2021

Research Assistant Recruiter (Relevant Roles)

Michigan State Universtiy
09.2012 - 03.2015

Business Communication

Jackson College

Medical Studies

Medical Career Center

HR Training

HR Certifications
Shaniece Smith