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Shantell Rice

Washington

Summary

Results-driven Recruiter and Onboarding Specialist with extensive experience in optimizing recruitment processes and enhancing operational efficiency for organizations including U.S. Food & Drug Administration, MetLife, and Wells Fargo. Proven expertise in strategic sourcing and talent acquisition, successfully filling key vacancies and reducing hiring timelines. Skilled in streamlining onboarding processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement effective solutions. Strong track record of driving business performance through process improvement initiatives.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Recruitment and Onboarding Associate

The Campagna Center
Alexandria
10.2023 - Current
  • Implemented and coordinated all phases of the recruitment process
  • Collaborated with department managers and the Human Resources Director to obtain updated job descriptions and hiring criteria
  • Applied efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on the role, industry standards, and organizational needs
  • Managed job postings and analytics, refreshing content as necessary to attract qualified candidates
  • Screened applications and forwarded qualified candidates' information to the hiring manager/team
  • Scheduled interviews, collected interview notes, and coordinated next steps
  • Communicated next steps to successful candidates, including background checks, screenings, and compliance documentation
  • Scheduled reference checks and supported the hiring manager/team in final candidate evaluations
  • Assisted in offer process including compensation confirmation, offer letter delivery, and orientation scheduling
  • Participated in onboarding and orientation activities
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations and internal policies
  • Represented the organization at job fairs and recruitment sessions
  • Performed other recruitment and onboarding-related duties as assigned.

Analyst Specialist

U.S. Food, MD Management
White Oak
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • Spearheaded efforts that led to a 20% reduction in time-to-hire by optimizing recruitment processes and introducing innovative sourcing strategies
  • Conducted in-depth assessments of current organizational processes, identifying key inefficiencies and implementing solutions that resulted in a 15% increase in operational efficiency
  • Worked directly with hiring managers to refine job descriptions and better align recruitment strategies, improving job fit and candidate quality for critical positions
  • Led training sessions on newly implemented systems, resulting in improved user adoption and reduced training time by
  • Represented the FDA at career fairs, enhancing the organization's talent pool by connecting with top candidates in specialized fields.

Recruiting and Onboarding Specialist

MetLife
Silver Spring
05.2018 - 03.2023
  • Redesigned the onboarding process, which resulted in a 30% faster integration of new hires and a 15% improvement in employee satisfaction during the onboarding phase
  • Streamlined document management processes, ensuring 100% compliance with employment laws and regulations across onboarding activities
  • Partnered with upper management to standardize onboarding processes across all departments, leading to more consistent and efficient new hire experiences
  • Supported the recruitment team by efficiently managing and processing high volumes of applications, reducing time-to-fill by 20% for key positions
  • Developed and implemented a communication plan that improved stakeholder engagement, resulting in clearer expectations and smoother onboarding execution
  • Led new employee orientations, providing a thorough introduction to company culture, policies, and procedures, which contributed to a 25% increase in new hire retention within the first 90 days
  • Ensured thorough background screening of all candidates to meet compliance standards, helping to mitigate hiring
  • SHANTELL RICE risks and maintain workplace security.

Technical Recruiter

Wells Fargo
Baltimore
08.2014 - 05.2018
  • Leveraged Boolean search techniques and job boards to source qualified candidates, increasing the candidate pipeline for key technology roles by 40%
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to refine interview techniques, focusing on skills assessment, which improved the quality of candidates hired by 25%
  • Attended recruitment events, successfully promoting Wells Fargo's job opportunities and employer brand, attracting high-caliber talent in competitive markets
  • Utilized the ATS to track and manage candidate pipelines, improving process transparency and reducing the time to shortlist by 15%
  • Analyzed recruitment data, leading to actionable insights that improved sourcing strategies and reduced hiring costs by.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management

University of Maryland Global Campus
Maryland
05.2015

Skills

  • Recruitment process
  • Job analysis
  • Candidate screening
  • Onboarding coordination
  • Compliance management
  • Talent acquisition

Timeline

Recruitment and Onboarding Associate

The Campagna Center
10.2023 - Current

Analyst Specialist

U.S. Food, MD Management
02.2023 - 10.2023

Recruiting and Onboarding Specialist

MetLife
05.2018 - 03.2023

Technical Recruiter

Wells Fargo
08.2014 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management

University of Maryland Global Campus