Vanessa Walker
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Highly motivated and results-driven Talent Acquisition Partner with over 7 years of experience in managing HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and compliance. Proficient at fostering a positive workplace culture, implementing HR policies, and driving organizational development. Proven ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels, and manage complex HR issues with confidentiality and professionalism.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner (Promoted)
National Church Residences
Columbus, OH
09.2024 - Current
- Develops recruitment strategies with TA Operations Manager for Corporate, Housing, and Healthcare divisions.
- Creates and maintained SOPs, SLAs, and KPIs to standardize TA processes and improve efficiency.
- Analyzes recruitment data and presented reports on time-to-fill and candidate experience metrics.
- Leads requisition management, interview coordination, offer processing, and onboarding to streamline hiring workflow.
- Manages candidate communications as primary contact to ensure positive recruitment experiences.
- Collaborates with hiring managers to craft precise job descriptions aligned with departmental needs.
- Fosters internal relationships to identify evolving hiring requirements and align recruiting strategies with business objectives.
- Provides guidance to Talent Acquisition peers, promoting best practices and serving as informal team lead.
Talent Acquisition Partner
National Church Residences
Columbus, OH
11.2021 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and job requirements.
- Conducted initial phone interviews to assess candidate qualifications and fit.
- Researched industry trends related to talent acquisition processes.
- Provided guidance to hiring managers regarding best practices in recruiting, interviewing, selection and onboarding.
- Managed candidate communications throughout the recruitment process professionally.
- Maintained applicant tracking system with up-to-date candidate information regularly.
Contract Recruiter
Hendrickson
Hebron, Ohio
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Executed full life cycle recruiting for Assembly, Warehouse, Fabrication, and Machine Operator positions.
- Sourced candidates through job postings, resume reviews, and initial screenings.
- Coordinated interviews and delivered employment offers while communicating essential information.
- Conducted new hire orientation and prepared onboarding documentation.
- Facilitated site training programs, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Maintained strong relationships with hiring managers and temporary staffing agencies.
- Upheld confidentiality and security of all documents and sensitive data.
- Tracked candidate progress with timely follow-ups and background checks.
Education
Master in Human Resources Management -
Keller Graduate School of Management
Columbus, OH02-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH12-2016
Skills
- Sourcing and recruiting
- Interviewing techniques
- Onboarding processes
- Candidate evaluation
- Applicant tracking systems
- HR policies and procedures
- Training and development
- Conflict resolution
Certification
Certified Professional Recruiter, ADP- December 2023
Comprehensive training in Recruitment Fundamentals, Sourcing Strategies, Candidate Assessment, Employer Branding, and Recruitment Technology.
Timeline
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner (Promoted)
National Church Residences
09.2024 - Current
Talent Acquisition Partner
National Church Residences
11.2021 - 09.2024
Contract Recruiter
Hendrickson
04.2021 - 10.2021
Master in Human Resources Management -
Keller Graduate School of Management
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Shawnee State University