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Talent Acquisition Manager
L3Harris TechnologiesTalent Acquisition Manager
Sep. 2021Rochester, New York, United StatesDirected talent acquisition strategy for two critical business sectors, achieving annual team metrics above baseline. I was promoted to lead a team of 5 recruiters, orchestrating the design and execution of a $4.2B Communication Systems segment with 10,000 employees. In this role, I: ↗️ Earned multiple World-Class Status awards in 2023 for surpassing recruitment targets, including hard-to-fill positions, by 50% across segments of 100+ talents. ↗️ Oversaw the hiring and training of team members, ensuring that we have a high-performing and motivated workforce. We surpassed annual recruitment metrics, reducing time-to-fill to 58 days from 60, achieving a total of 56 talent fills against a target of 32. ↗️ Orchestrated external talent acquisition events, optimizing technology implementation, sourcing strategy development, and vendor management. ↗️ Collaborated with the VP of HR and HR Business Partners in organizing weekly cadence and annual organizational structures and budgets. Optimized workforce plans and hiring processes, reducing time-to-fill.
Sr. Specialist, Talent Acquisition
L3Harris TechnologiesSr. Specialist, Talent Acquisition
Sep. 2019 - Sep. 2021Rochester, New York AreaI collaborated with Directors, Hiring Managers, and Human Resources to define and prioritize staffing needs, lead full-cycle diversity-focused recruitment, and improve selection quality and timeliness of hire for overall talent management strategy. In this role, I: ↗️ Spearheaded the hiring of key diverse senior leaders in multiple functions across the organization. ↗️ Attracted and hired a robust talent pipeline for critical roles in Program Management, Product Management, Business Development, Inventory Management, and Engineering across 5 locations.
Talent Acquisition Manager
Clerio Vision, Inc.Talent Acquisition Manager
Mar. 2019 - Aug. 2019Rochester, New York AreaInnovatively launched the Talent Acquisition department, steering its growth during the early stages of a dynamic startup specializing in directing its evolution to meet the demands of an emerging Medical Device startup. Strategically scaled the Engineering and Clinical Research divisions to orchestrate impactful hiring and onboarding practices in alignment with the organizational design roadmap. In this role, I: ↗️ Successfully filled 50 requisitions for critical roles, spanning Engineers, Administrative, and Technical positions, contributing to the company's rapid expansion. ↗️ Focused on cultivating a diverse candidate pool, implementing strategies to attract top talents from varied backgrounds to stimulate an inclusive and equitable hiring environment. ↗️ Collaborated closely with key stakeholders and hiring leaders ensuring seamless integration of talent acquisition strategies with overarching business goals. ↗️ Established key performance indicators (KPIs) and ATS to optimize informed decision-making and gauge the effectiveness of recruitment strategies for continuous improvement.
Chief Operating Officer
Medical Resources ManagementChief Operating Officer
Feb. 2010 - Mar. 2019Pittsford, NYChaired strategic direction to revamp the core HR strategy and overhaul the performance review process for a leading provider of modern, value-based healthcare solutions of revenue management, coding, and credentialing. In this role, I: ↗️ Partnered with legal experts to create an employee handbook, aligning regulatory compliance and strategic communication of company policies. Led all disciplinary actions and exits, maintaining a focus on fairness, transparency, and adherence to legal standards. ↗️ Pioneered and executed employee engagement programs and team-building activities that drove 80% increase in employee retention. Elevated career happiness and well-being, fostering a positive workplace culture. ↗️ Developed and executed a strategic sourcing program, attracting, hiring, onboarding, and training high-quality hires, enhancing overall team efficiency. ↗️ Sponsored the entire team to obtain valuable AAPC certifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and enhancing professional development. ↗️ Facilitated immersive training sessions in collaboration with physician groups and the neurosurgery team for increased efficiency and a significant reduction in billing turnback. ↗️ Collaborated closely with Medical Executives and leaders, providing executive coaching to optimize billing efficiency and accuracy. Established successful partnerships with local colleges, bringing in specialized training for the coding team.
Human Resources/Recruiter
Hotwire CommunicationHuman Resources/Recruiter
Apr. 2008 - Feb. 2010I spearheaded a dedicated HR team overseeing a spectrum of HR and administrative functions for over 80 staff at the primary satellite office. Functioned as the sole HR and recruitment professional, managing end-to-end talent acquisition for diverse roles, from Administration and Engineering to Sales and Customer Service. In this role, I: ↗️ Worked closely with the CEO and VP to establish seamless communication, process consistency, and workflow optimization across various offices. ↗️ Facilitated new hire onboarding processes, handling sensitive information with confidentiality, including background checks, new hire paperwork, and benefits administration. ↗️ Acted as the point of contact for payroll operations, workers' compensation and unemployment claims, resolving discrepancies effectively. Maintained personnel files and conducted disciplinary hearings for fair and compliant employee separation processes. ↗️ Coordinated all aspects of company events, leveraging budgeting, planning, logistics, sourcing, and execution.
Account Manager
Insight GlobalAccount Manager
Sep. 2006 - Apr. 2008Fort Lauderdale, FL:I played a pivotal role in managing, training, and mentoring recruiters, guiding them on submittal review, strategic sourcing, and professional development. I earned a promotion to cultivate and nurture robust business relationships with IT executives and stakeholders. In this role, I: ↗️ Spearheaded the management and expansion of Fortune 500 accounts, including key clients such as Ryder Systems, Assurant Solutions Inc., AT&T, Cisco Systems, and Florida Power and Light. ↗️ Delivered strategic staffing services, specializing in recruiting and talent acquisition by championing effective team management, executive engagement, and strategic account growth within the telecommunications spectrum.

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