TRISTYN ALLEN
Centurion Selection
Houston
11
years of professional experience
Recruiting professional with experience placing construction, industrial sales, IT, HR, and customer service talent. Skilled in full-cycle recruiting, strategic sourcing, stakeholder management, and delivering qualified candidates in competitive markets.
Work History
Researcher
7 Months- Partner with construction clients across Texas, California, Colorado, and New Mexico to recruit Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, General Superintendents, and Lead Estimators.
- Manage multiple concurrent searches, developing candidate pipelines through LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, Loxo CRM, Boolean searches, networking, and market research.
- Conduct high-volume sourcing, cold calling, and candidate outreach to identify and engage passive talent for hard-to-fill construction roles.
- Collaborate with hiring managers and clients to understand hiring needs, market trends, and candidate availability, ensuring successful placements.
- Generated over $50,000 in placement fees within the first six months through strategic sourcing and candidate relationship management.
Corporate Recruiter
3 Years 3 Months- Spearheaded full-cycle recruitment for Industrial Sales, IT, HR, Warehouse, and Customer Service roles by leveraging platforms such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, Greenhouse, X-ray search and networking events.
- Streamlined applicant tracking and improved pipeline visibility by maintaining accurate candidate data within the Greenhouse system while also keeping in contact with candidates through the entire hiring process.
- Use AI-driven market research (ChatGPT, job boards, and web searches) to inform hiring strategies and ensure alignment with current labor market conditions.
- Orchestrated job postings, conducted resume evaluations, facilitated interviews through Zoom, and prepared and sent offer letters through Greenhouse.
- Simultaneously supported 13 growth managers and maintained 15 to 25 active requisitions averaging 6-8 monthly hires by prioritizing high volume recruiting workflows and optimizing candidate pipelines.
- Partnered with HR leadership to roll out new technology initiatives; led training sessions to equip hiring managers with the knowledge and confidence to effectively use new systems.
- Contributed to a 13% growth in sales by recruiting top-performing talent aligned with business objectives.
- Collaborated weekly with the National Director to review first- and second-round interview metrics, ensuring progress aligned with hiring goals and performance targets.
MARKETING ASSOCIATE
11 Months- Provided high-touch virtual client support by managing inquiries, coordinating appointments, and ensuring seamless follow-up communication via phone, email, and LinkedIn.
- Delivered personalized customer service and lead nurturing that contributed to a 13% increase in sales year-over-year.
- Managed CRM data using Salesforce to track leads, schedule outreach, and ensure timely follow-ups.
- Created digital marketing content across LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok to elevate brand awareness and customer engagement.
- Assisted in coordinating virtual and in-person promotional events, helping with setup, scheduling, and client communication.
- Mentored new associates by sharing best practices for digital engagement and client relationship management.
- Initiated outbound campaigns using tools like Outlook and LinkedIn to engage prospects and schedule meetings with sales executives.
Part-Time Marketer
5 Months- Promoted brand visibility by networking with homeowners and event attendees in targeted regions.
- Set up and tore down displays at events while supporting the coordination of marketing initiatives.
- Engaged with potential customers to communicate product benefits and generate leads for the sales team.
Administrative Clerk
3 Years 7 Months- Provided high-level customer service by responding to inquiries, managing appointments, and ensuring timely follow-up across email, phone, and LinkedIn.
- Maintained detailed client records using Salesforce CRM to support efficient service delivery and track ongoing communication.
- Assisted clients with product questions, order updates, and service needs, contributing to increased client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Supported the sales team by coordinating virtual and in-person meetings, ensuring a smooth client experience.
- Created and distributed informative content across social media platforms to answer FAQs and promote the brand.
Student-Athlete
3 Years 9 Months- Two-time NCAA All-American academic, recognized for competing at the highest collegiate level.
- Three-time recipient of the Best Performing Student-Athlete award for outstanding athletic achievement and consistency.
- Served as Team Captain (2018–2019), providing leadership, mentoring teammates, and fostering a high-performance team culture.
- Balanced the demands of Division I athletics with full-time academic responsibilities, demonstrating exceptional time management, discipline, and resilience.
- Developed strong leadership, communication, accountability, and goal-oriented problem-solving skills in a highly competitive environment.
Education
Advertising And Public Relations - Mass Communication
GPA: 3.5
Skills
Talent Acquisition • Full-Cycle Recruiting • Candidate Sourcing • Construction Recruiting • Startup Recruitment • LinkedIn Recruiter • Boolean Search • Hiring Manager Partnership • ATS Management • Candidate Screening & Interviewing • Talent Pipeline Development
Timeline
Researcher
Centurion Selection
01.2026 - CurrentRead More
Corporate Recruiter
TIFCO
07.2022 - 10.2025Read More
MARKETING ASSOCIATE
Tom James Company
08.2021 - 07.2022Read More
Part-Time Marketer
Leaf Filter
07.2021 - 12.2021Read More
Administrative Clerk
The Webster Law Firm
05.2016 - 12.2019Read More
Student-Athlete
Sam Houston State University
08.2015 - 05.2019Read More
Sam Houston State University
Advertising And Public Relations from Mass Communication
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