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Valerie D. Derry

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Corporate Recruiter

Conduent
02.2021 - Current
  • Manages end-to-end recruiting including candidate assessment and management, offer recommendation, and hiring decision
  • Builds and maintains strong relationships with candidates, reinforcing our commitment to their journey
  • Sources, recruits, and interviews candidates for all job levels
  • Administer testing for skills of the applicant
  • Process new hire documentation
  • Extends job offers, provide application for background check and drug testing, and guide applicants through final onboarding forms and Equifax package
  • Manages a wide range of high-volume requisitions for payments and Fraud Customer Experience
  • Keeps a robust pipeline of candidates and identify potential candidates within Conduent’s Applicant Tracking System/iCIMS
  • Assists in meeting monthly goals to making sure the commit numbers were filled
  • Works closely with Hiring Managers to develop in-depth understanding of assigned requisitions
  • Follows up on prospects by contacting no call – no show candidates and identify reasons for absence
  • Communicates with applicants all through the whole recruiting process
  • Follows standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines and to solve routine or standard problems
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.

Administrative Assistant

Itron
12.2019 - 05.2020
  • Provided administrative support in a well-organized and timely manner
  • Reserved travel arrangements senior managers, and submitted, and reconciled expense reports
  • Maintained records, arranged meetings and appointments, and provided reminders as necessary
  • Managed multiple calendars, arranged appointments, anticipated organizational priorities
  • Handled sensitive information in a confidential manner
  • Ensured operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; ordered repairs; maintained equipment inventories; evaluated new equipment and techniques
  • Maintained inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipated needed supplies; placed and expedited orders for supplies; and verified receipts
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.

Administrative Officer

Naval Sea Systems Command
08.2011 - 04.2019
  • Provided oversight and administrative direction of seven managers with a total of 135 employees
  • Performed expert analysis and daily interface with Human Resource (HR) advisors and senior management on various issues
  • Created request for personnel actions, such as recruiting and filling, details, realignments, separations, promotions, and a myriad of other actions
  • Coordinated rating and interview panels, scheduled interviews, prepared recruitment packages for ranking panel results
  • Responsible for setting up the new Fraud Deterrence and Detection office
  • Secured building space and arranged for fully functioning office with information technology
  • Ensured all employees were equipped with iPhones, Air Cards, MobiKeys, or cell phones
  • Provided support staff with a computer, phone, active network/group account upon arrival
  • Revamped the New Employee Orientation handbook/guide to indoctrinate new employees
  • Enabled access for employees to view information such as Notifications of Personnel Actions and training
  • Monitored the Administrative Services Portal to honor the customer’s needs by issuing seat request, wireless items, property passes, courier cards and supplies

Education

MASTER OF SCIENCE - Administration

Central Michigan University

Timeline

Corporate Recruiter

Conduent
02.2021 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Itron
12.2019 - 05.2020

Administrative Officer

Naval Sea Systems Command
08.2011 - 04.2019

MASTER OF SCIENCE - Administration

Central Michigan University
Valerie D. Derry