Michelle Gordon

Los Angeles, CA

310-***-****

acuwx7@r.postjobfree.com

www.linkedin.com/in/michellegordon1234

SUMMARY:

Results driven professional with proven success in the areas of recruiting and human resources. Ability to identify problems and develop solutions that are both timely and cost effective. Experience working with cross-functional teams and senior management to implement strategic visions into operational results regarding people, performance and culture. Commitment to excellence.

Recruiting, Human Resources, Sales, Project Management,

Employee Relations, Benefits & Compensation

EXPERIENCE:

Do It Recruiting

2002 – Present

Senior Consultant

Industries Include: Technology, Internet, Medical Device, Bio-tech, Sports Management, Healthcare, Legal, Automobile, Gaming, Consulting, Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Startup

Recruiting-Proven track record in helping clients optimize their human resources, improve productivity, and maximize finances. Met and exceeded hiring objectives (cost per hire and time to fill) for individual clients. Various positions filled include: Chief People Officer, CFO, CTO, VP Operations, General Counsel, Attorney, Paralegal, Interim CFO, Controller, Accounting Director, Director of Accounting, Director FP&A, Accountants, IT Accountant, VP Finance, Finance Director, Auditing Manager, Cost Accountant Manager, Risk & Compliance, Director Engineering, Sr. Information Architect, Sr. Software Engineer, Java Engineer, J2EE Developer, Rails Developer, Android/IOS Developer, Messaging Engineer, .NET Programmer, Front End Developer, Director, Application Development, Manager Unix Admin, Unix Admin, VP Technology, DBA, Sr. Product Manager, Designer, Upstream/Downstream Marketing Manager, SEO Manager, SEO Editor, UX/UI Designer, Graphic Designer, Accountant, Tax Manager, Controller, Account Executive, VP Sales, Director Sales, Inside Sales Representatives, Copywriter, Editor, Supply Chain Manager, Director of Sourcing, Administrative Support, etc.

Responsible for recruiting sales professionals in CA and outside of CA for various companies. Responsible for putting together a job fair to hire sales professionals. Identified and hired 75 people within four weeks. Exceeded hiring goals.

Responsible for full cycle recruitment of requisitions managing an average requisition load of 20. Hired a variety of sales positions throughout the US including C-level, VP Sales & Operations, Field Sales, Regional Manager Account Executives, Customer Service Representatives, etc. Experience recruiting sales professional for the Financial Industry.

Led recruiting activities to deliver innovative solutions to meet critical organizational challenges to support this 450-employee company. Identified candidates and filled positions ranging from GM, Editor-in-Chief, VP Technology, Engineers, Unix/Windows Administrator, Director Technology, Associate Software Engineer, Product Manager, UI Engineer, Designer, Web Developer, Editor, Account Executive, Sales Coordinator, Director, Sales, SEO/SEM, etc. Successfully hire on average 2-4 new hires per week in various positions located in different offices throughout the US.

Talent Acquisition – Responsible for leading and implementing Talent Acquisition globally: Recruiting best practices, organization effectiveness, and performance management capabilities. Informal “roll up your sleeves” leadership style that is people-centric and effective. Proactive in developing and effectively introducing alternatives to current practices as appropriate to support and fuel employee recruiting and retention. Capability, energy, experience, and presence to quickly establish Recruiting’s credibility with the senior leadership team. Ability and desire to embrace and manage change; able to deal with ambiguity effectively. . Experience training recruiting team members on current best practices and enterprise sourcing integration. Extensive experience developing and fully executing sourcing and recruitment plans.

Experience with agency and large corporate technical recruiting experience, across various technical disciplines, including software engineering, system architecture, data services and all related functional software and services professionals. Extensive experience developing and executing fully comprehensive sourcing/recruitment plans. A strong business acumen with the ability to understand & interpret complex business needs and business structure. Experience where multiple projects and competing demands are the norm.

Wide range of experience using social media tools for sourcing and branding efforts. Various tools include but are not limited to: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, GitHub, Dribble, FourSquare, Instagram, TalentBin, Entelo, Gild, Google+ Pinterest, blogs and diversity sites.

Working knowledge of various applicant tracking systems in a high volume metrics measured environment for technical recruiting. Compliance with EEO/Diversity policies for all recruiting. Represent various companies at networking events, job fairs, conferences.

Project Management – Responsible for implementation and roll-out of recruiting and new hire process, immigration process, and relocation process. Additional responsibilities include putting together a job fair in two weeks outside of California to hire sales professionals. Identified and hired 46 people within two weeks. Exceeded hiring goals.

Sales-Offered various human resources and recruiting services to small and mid size companies to help companies meet/exceed their business goals. Established new client base through internet search, cold calling, referrals, etc. Brought in on average over $500,000 a year in revenues. Trained and mentored other recruiters on sourcing, debriefing and closing techniques. Marketed top-notch candidates to clients with no specific needs. High closing ratio.

Human Resources- As a strategic business partner responsibilities include but not limited to establishing HR policies and procedures including compensation structure, training/coaching, performance management, employee handbook, new hire orientation, filing system, managing full cycle benefits, managing all vendor relations, managing reduction in force, succession planning, diversity training, and employee retention resolution. Work closely with the Executive Staff to develop growth initiatives for the company. Manage employee relations issues and drive culture with an eye towards ensuring the client becoming an employer of choice. Partner with the management team and HR on effective and competitive compensation practices across the organization. Advise and partner with management teams to maximize effectiveness of the team and lead change where appropriate. Policies and procedures implementation; review and make recommendations for improvement of current practices. Compliance – partner with management to ensure consistent application of company policies/procedures and ensure the company complies with all applicable employment laws. Well-developed teambuilding and influencing skills, unquestioned integrity, and the experience, confidence and stature to effectively address sensitive issues.

Recommended and implemented new tools and systems to support business objectives inclusive of online performance management system, behavioral assessment recruiting tool, online background check process, selection of a payroll/HRIS system, recruiting reports, and compensation and rewards program. Enhanced corporate benefits through negotiation of new carriers for medical, dental, 401k and EAP.

Overture Services, Inc.

1999 - 2002

Director of Recruiting

Managed staff of 8, 2.5m budget, providing support for this 800 employee, international Internet Company.

Led all recruiting activities to deliver innovative solutions to critical organizational challenges due to rapidly changing Internet industry. Areas of expertise:

Recruiting-Developed multiple programs to meet needs for higher quality employees in rapidly growing /highly competitive environment including internet recruiting, consultant/contract, temporary worker, referral bonuses for employees; technical rotation programs, industry user groups.

Reporting-Responsible for weekly/monthly reporting given to Executive members including management team reporting, monthly scorecard metrics, diversity reporting, cost-per-hire, time-to-fill, attrition, promotion/transfers.

Policy Development-Created and responsible for implementation of Relocation Policy, Background Check Policy, Worker Classification Policy, Visa Policy, and Recruiting Policy for domestic and international hiring.

Employee Relations-Mediated and resolved employee grievances, agency charges and litigation.

MLG + Associates

Independent Consultant

1995 – 1999

Clients include: Countrywide, Cisco, Digicom, Agni

Recruiting-Develop aggressive recruiting plans and forecasting methods for domestic/international recruiting.

Policy Development/Management-Created and implemented recruiting, referral, interviewing, foreign workforce, and diversity policies.

Human Resources- Responsible for employee relations, benefits, compensation, worker’s compensation, and development of company policies. Effectively managed and negotiated benefits. Remodeled and managed compensation and bonus structure. Overhauled entire performance management system. Conducted training (Sexual Harassment, Coaching/Counseling, Succession Planning, etc.)

EDUCATION:

Arizona State University

B.A.

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