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Sharonda Lovett

Senior Recruiter
Ashburn,VA

Summary

Results-driven Senior Recruiter with13 years of experience in full-cycle talent acquisition, specializing in hard-to-fill positions within the intelligence and government sectors. Demonstrated expertise in strategic sourcing, candidate assessment, and workforce planning, resulting in the ability to build strong talent pipelines and reduce time-to-fill. Collaborative approach with hiring managers to define staffing needs and ensure seamless recruitment processes. Proficient in utilizing ATS systems such as Kwantek and ADP, as well as leveraging LinkedIn for recruiting purposes. Extensive knowledge of compliance with DHS, DoD, and SOW requirements. Committed to delivering top talent while enhancing employer branding and driving recruitment efficiency.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Recruiter

OMNIPLEX World Services Corporation
Reston , VA
07.2017 - Current
  • Executed full lifecycle recruiting to source qualified talent for positions within the Intelligence Sector.
  • Recruits Background Investigators, Case Scopers, Case Reviewers, Technical Reviewers, Training Specialist, Adjudicators, Personal Security Specialist and CQC Reviewers
  • Sourced and recruited S/TS/SCI cleared professionals.
  • Recruited talent for DHS and Non-OPM intelligence sector contracts.
  • Evaluated potential hires to ensure submission of highly qualified candidates to managers.
  • Recruited candidates nationwide for contract and direct hire roles.
  • Strengthened client relationships through expedited recruitment processes.
  • Cultivated and sustained a pipeline of diverse technical talent utilizing contemporary tools and multiple resources.
  • Keeps detailed records of all recruiting processes to uphold legal compliance.
  • Worked closely with hiring managers to align workforce planning strategies.
  • Creates thorough documentation outlining roles, responsibilities, and business necessities.
  • Ensured timely feedback to both applicants and hiring managers and extended employment offers according to firm policies.
  • Manages applicant tracking including coordination of background checks.
  • Delivers timely proposals.
  • Maintains accurate records utilizing full functionality of Applicant Tracking System.
  • Delivers updates on candidate progress and job status to hiring managers.
  • Completed supplementary tasks as needed.

Human Resources Recruiter

American Security Programs
05.2012 - 01.2017
  • Interviews, pre-qualifies, and negotiates offers and close hires
  • Performs reference checks and interacts with Program Managers on the status of the candidates
  • Prescreen candidates with detailed phone screens, evaluating candidates' compatibility with specific job requirements, and ensuring the best qualified candidates are submitted to managers
  • Track candidates' activities (i.e
  • Phone calls and emails) in the Applicant Tracking System
  • Submit resumes for proposals
  • Manage full life cycle recruiting efforts to provide a qualified and diverse candidate pipeline for Federal Protective Service Contracts
  • Recruits S/TS/TS/SCI candidates
  • Recruits security officers for DoD Commercial and DHS’ FPS positions
  • Recruits corporate positions
  • Recruits for American Security Programs and SecurAmerica
  • Ensures that all unsuccessful candidates are notified of their non-selection
  • Ensures that all job vacancies are posted on the company website, unemployment websites and internet job boards
  • Conducts orientation sessions on a weekly basis
  • Prepares for and attends Career Fairs; including but not limited to: ensuring marketing materials and organization
  • Manages requisitions internally for HR compliance
  • Effective candidate sourcing skills in the cleared candidate market specifically geared toward clients in Maryland and Virginia
  • Ability to provide accurate, consistent and effective service under the pressure of competing deadlines
  • Absolute discretion in handling sensitive/confidential information and ability to exercise good judgment
  • Understanding OFCCP, FLSA and EEO standards

Accountant Coordinator

Comcast Cable
Union , NJ
12.2003 - 12.2008
  • Responsible for monthly depository reconciliation
  • Responsible for MDR exception (Bank Reconciliation)
  • Responsible for Accounting Research (workflows) and emails from Outside Vendors
  • Corrected errors or discrepancies on customer billing as necessary
  • Corresponded daily with banks, Remitco and all other systems (CSG & more)
  • Verified Credit Card adjustment (Protobase, Chase)
  • Reviewed pending refunds
  • Researched and post daily exceptions
  • Verified Contactor Invoices
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Reconciled and Verified Invoices
  • Performed billing and posting of customer accounts
  • Processed all EFTs, including checks and credit card transactions (PayCDs) using, Protobase.
  • Maintained strong relations with outside collection agency
  • Answered customer questions regarding billing or other concerns
  • Other duties as assigned

Administrative Specialist

Winston Staffing Agency/ PricewaterhouseCoopers/ Mellon HR Solutions
Totowa, New Jersey
01.2000 - 01.2002
  • Provided administrative support to Managers
  • Maintained supplies and maintained office accounts in order
  • Prepared 401k form and IRAs for scanning in a timely manner
  • Assisted with file migrations and audits
  • Periodically trained other employees on records management procedures and policies which include documentation, retention, retrieval, destruction and disaster recovery
  • Responsible for ordering office supplies, maintained files both electronic and paper, handled service requests for equipment service, maintenance, and coordinating pick-up and delivery of mail via FedEx and USPS

Administrative Assistant

Larosiliere & Associates
Irvington, NJ
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Provided administrative support to multiple Consultants and Directors
  • Managed ever-changing calendars
  • Served as resource for basic company policies & procedures such as travel arrangements, expense reimbursements, vacations, office equipment, supplies and vendor invoices
  • Operated a switchboard multi-line phone system
  • Created and filed court documents through dictation or audio transcription

Education

Diploma -

Frank H. Morrell Campus
Irvington, NJ

Business Administration

Essex County College
Newark, NJ

Skills

Full-Cycle Recruiting (sourcing, screening, interviewing, onboarding)

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) (eg, Taleo, iCIMS, Workday, ADP, Kwantek)

Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development

Boolean Search & Advanced LinkedIn Recruitment

Candidate Assessment & Behavioral Interviewing

Cleared Recruiting (TS, TS/SCI, Polygraph candidates)

Workforce Planning & Talent Strategy

Employer Branding & Recruitment Marketing

Offer Negotiation & Closing Candidates

Government Contracting & Compliance (DHS, DoD, OFCCP, EEO)

Relationship Management (with candidates, hiring managers, stakeholders)

Strong Communication & Negotiation

Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking

Time Management & Prioritization

Collaboration & Team Leadership

Confidentiality & Ethical Recruiting

Timeline

Senior Recruiter

OMNIPLEX World Services Corporation
07.2017 - Current

Human Resources Recruiter

American Security Programs
05.2012 - 01.2017

Accountant Coordinator

Comcast Cable
12.2003 - 12.2008

Administrative Specialist

Winston Staffing Agency/ PricewaterhouseCoopers/ Mellon HR Solutions
01.2000 - 01.2002

Administrative Assistant

Larosiliere & Associates
01.1999 - 01.2000

Diploma -

Frank H. Morrell Campus

Business Administration

Essex County College

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