Tyler Irwin
Madison Heights,VA
Summary
Accomplished leader in Talent Acquisition, consistently managing high-performing recruiting teams. Experienced in filling crucial roles in the big data and SaaS industry, delivering exceptional talent to drive organizational growth. Skilled in identifying top talent and strategically sourcing candidates to align with business objectives. Proven ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and effectively communicate with candidates, resulting in successful placements and increased employee retention.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Talent Acquisition Manager
InformData
01.2024 - Current
- Identified and created recruitment and administrative performance metrics and data to analyze trends, drive change, and assess progress.
- Spearheaded the entire InformData recruiting full cycle process.
- Recruited high level Sales, Finance, IT, Engineering and Marketing professionals.
- Worked with executive team to recruit high level talent.
- Created accurate reporting for time to fill, cost to hire, and recruiting vendor costs.
- Improved all KPI's. lowered time to fill by 34%, negotiated ATS and vendor budget to net over 40,000 in savings for the annual recruiting budget.
- Managed and coached a recruiting team that handled over 30 active positions at any given time.
- Developed communication and marketing plan and leveraged talent acquisition tools, resources, and campaigns to source and attract top talent.
- Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
- Established consistent language and methodology for talent discussions, development, and succession.
- Promoted increased focus on internal talent mobility and emerging talent across organization.
Senior Technical Recruiter
InformData (Formally SJV)
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Sourced and selected applicants for technical positions within company.
- Successfully sourced and hired Software Engineering Architects, Senior Software Engineers, Data Engineers, Senior DevOps Engineers, BI Engineers, Senior Python Developers etc.
- Created and posted technical job descriptions
- Used Boolean searches to develop applicant portfolios for expected openings.
- Coordinated with IT team leaders to forecast hiring needs and department goals.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Reduced expenses by analyzing compensation policies and implementing competitive programs while ensuring adherence to legal requirements.
Recruiter
SJV & Associates
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Lowered time to fill by over 30%.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
- Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
Team Leader
State Farm - Savannah Park Agency
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Sold auto, homeowners, renters, life and health insurance policies to new and existing customers
- Educated and assisted customers finding insurance that fits their needs and budget
- Trained and helped team members with sales strategies and approaches to become more profitable
- Conducted policy reviews with active customers and laid out lifetime needs analysis and filled any needs required
- Marketed local businesses and made networking connections that resulted in new business.
Insurance Broker
Symmetry Financial Group
10.2018 - 12.2020
- Sold Life, Annuity and Mortgage protection insurance policies to new and existing customers with over ten million dollars submitted in my first year
- Sold more than $70,000 in annualized premium
- Met with existing and prospective clients each week to select appropriate insurance policies
- Mentored 10 entry-level brokers
- Posted zip recruiter job postings and filtered through candidates for interviews and placement
- Interacted with multiple insurance companies to ensure timely reimbursements to clients
- Developed sales leads from direct referrals, networking and targeted marketing campaigns.
Recruiter
Spherion Staffing Agency
07.2017 - 10.2018
- Screened applicants for qualifications
- Conducted interviews with candidates
- Checked references
- Orientated candidates for job placement preparation
- Conducted drug screening and background checks
- Managed total department call volume of 50 per day and coordinated department schedules to maximize coverage during peak hours
- Scheduled appointments with a variety of professionals to handle specialized customer needs
- Directed personnel training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy and commitment to friendly service.
Field Operator
Heyleigh Enterprises
01.2015 - 07.2017
- Updated quality control standards, methods and procedures to meet compliance requirements
- Supervised employees
- Assisted in vehicle auctions
- Conducted vehicle inspections
- Improved quality processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
Military Police Officer
US Army
02.2013 - 05.2013
- Updated quality control standards, methods and procedures to meet compliance requirements
- Supervised employees
- Improved quality processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
College of Southern Maryland
05-2018
Skills
- Talent management
- KPI and accurate reporting
- Interviewing techniques
- Managed client contracts
- Management of internal team
- Persuasive sales techniques
- Data-driven decision-making
- Salary and benefits negotiations
- Recruitment Strategies
- Employee retention strategies
Certification
Completed Pilot Leadership training program
Culture Index certified
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Manager
InformData
01.2024 - Current
Senior Technical Recruiter
InformData (Formally SJV)
04.2023 - 01.2024
Recruiter
SJV & Associates
09.2021 - 04.2023
Team Leader
State Farm - Savannah Park Agency
03.2021 - 09.2021
Insurance Broker
Symmetry Financial Group
10.2018 - 12.2020
Recruiter
Spherion Staffing Agency
07.2017 - 10.2018
Field Operator
Heyleigh Enterprises
01.2015 - 07.2017
Military Police Officer
US Army
02.2013 - 05.2013
Completed Pilot Leadership training program
Culture Index certified
Associate of Arts - General Studies
College of Southern Maryland
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