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Whitney Taylor

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented professional with strong interpersonal and communication skills; eager to create and implement successful strategies to improve organizational efficiency. Committed to pursuing best practices related to logistics and operations management, full recruitment life cycle, and employee development and retention. Adept at building and maintaining positive relationships, recruiting highly talented personnel, handling multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy, and working collaboratively with team members and key stakeholders.

Overview

3
years of professional experience

Work History

American Electric Power, AEP

Talent Acquisition Specialist Contractor
08.2022 - 05.2023

Job overview

  • Created and distributed job postings on job boards, corporate career sites and social media networks to increase reach.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Provided regular updates to hiring managers and HR staff on recruitment activities and progress.
  • Developed and maintained applicant tracking system, tracking all job openings, applicants and interviewing activity.
  • Sourced and screened candidates for Engineering roles and worked with hiring managers to coordinate interviews, offers, and onboarding.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with executives, HR team, and hiring managers to foster partnerships that produced consistent results.

Employment Process Group

Talent Acquisition Success Manager Client Services
06.2022 - 05.2023

Job overview

  • Created and drove talent acquisition and job placement strategies to attract diverse candidates.
  • Identified and created recruitment and administrative performance metrics and data to analyze trends, drive change, and assess progress.
  • Analyzed recruiting metrics to share reports and recommendations with stakeholders.
  • Optimized sourcing networks and used proactive methods to direct source candidates.
  • Created effective talent acquisition training materials that supported culture and performance objectives.
  • Conducted compensation conversations with human resources and hiring managers to foster internal and external equity.
  • Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
  • Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
  • Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
  • Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
  • Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.
  • Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
  • Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
  • Completed talent acquisition and management for over 75 clients with an 80% placement success rate.

Employment Process Group

Talent Acquisition Strategist
10.2020 - 06.2022

Job overview

  • Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.
  • Created and distributed job postings on job boards, corporate career sites and social media networks to increase reach.
  • Provided regular updates to hiring managers and HR staff on recruitment activities and progress.
  • Conducted telephone and in-person interviews to assess candidate experience and qualifications.
  • Utilized social media platforms to source potential candidates and build pipeline of qualified talent.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs.
  • Sourced and screened candidates for a variety of roles across various industries and worked with hiring managers to coordinate interviews, offers, and onboarding.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with executives, HR team, and hiring managers to foster partnerships that produced consistent results.
  • Acted as brand ambassador to educate candidates on culture, career growth, benefits, and advantages of working for company.

Education

Robert Morris University - Illinois
Chicago, IL

Bachelor of Science from Business Administration And Management
04.2020

University Overview

Skills

  • Procedure Training
  • Global Talent Acquisition
  • Manage Employee Relations
  • Social Media Platforms
  • Employer Branding
  • Internet Recruiting
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Interviewing and Prescreening
  • Microsoft Office
  • Grant Writing
  • Adaptable to Changing Conditions
  • Talent Acquisition Strategies
  • Applicant Tracking Systems
  • Recruitment Management

Affiliations

Affiliations

Common Ground Foundation, Chicago, IL - I have been with the organization for five years. During this time I have mentored over 50 high school freshman and sophomore students, successfully implementing program strategies, leading monthly sessions, and providing useful insight and tools to help improve the students experience.


Our Tribe Cincinnati - I am an active member of this up and coming non-profit that supports and uplifts autistic children and their families. Here I have helped organize events, completed over 300 hours of administrative support, and helped write a grant that secured the organization $100,000.00.

Additional Information

Additional Information

In my spare time I work as an operations manager for a small catering company and I act as the executive assistant to the owner of a small event planning company. I enjoy organizing and executing ideas; making sure pieces come together in a cohesive and seamless manner and have done so for large weddings, festivals, and corporate functions. Additionally, I find gratification in volunteering at my son's school acting as the room parent where I support the teachers, students, and staff.

Timeline

Talent Acquisition Specialist Contractor
American Electric Power, AEP
08.2022 - 05.2023
Talent Acquisition Success Manager Client Services
Employment Process Group
06.2022 - 05.2023
Talent Acquisition Strategist
Employment Process Group
10.2020 - 06.2022
Robert Morris University - Illinois
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration And Management
Whitney Taylor