Alison Thorpe
abj417@r.postjobfree.com
Toledo, OH 43615
SUMMARY
I am seeking a permanent position in a team environment where I can
continue to develop my career. I have an excellent work ethic and am
able to learn quickly. I pay careful attention to detail and have strong
organizational skills. I am able to follow directions precisely and work
with minimal supervision. I have experience working extensively with
customers. I type at an average of 70 wpm and am proficient in Microsoft
Office Suite.
EXPERIENCE
Nationwide Technical and Executive Search, Inc., January 2010-Present
Northville, MI
Start-up recruiting firm specializing in the direct placement of
engineers and business professionals of all levels.
Technical/Executive Recruiter: Promotion July 2010-Present
. Recruiting: search for candidates to fill open positions. Network with
professionals to acquire referrals using Linkedin, Jigsaw, Plaxo,
Monster, Careerbuilder, and Applicant Tracking System. Interact with
candidates to inform them of the relevant position, determine whether
they fit the requirements, gauge communication skills, answer questions
as needed, and provide feedback from clients. Review applications from
company website; search resume databases.
. Account Management: maintain relationships with existing clients.
Contact clients to determine whether they need assistance with their
open positions. Present candidates with focus on marketing their
relevant qualifications. Answer questions; schedule interviews; follow
up at all stages of hiring process to receive feedback.
. Business Development: contact Human Resources or Hiring Managers to
determine whether they need assistance with any open positions. Build
relationships with potential clients.
Administrative Assistant January 2010-July 2010
Assistant to Founder/President. During this period, the business grew
from two to seven employees.
. Business development: secure new orders for the company.
. Maintain all databases including but not limited to CRM: Salesforce
(Account Management); Hiredesk (Applicant Tracking System); Nationwide
website (job descriptions).
. Qualify and submit candidates to clients; recruit candidates for given
orders.
. Train and mentor new employees.
Committee to Elect Joan Wadsworth for State Representative 20th
District, MI
Data Coordinator March 2010-Present
. Responsible for Data Coordination of Canton and Wayne, MI. Cut turf
into walkable areas for campaign members to knock doors; promptly enter
data collected from door knocking and phone calls so campaign has
accurate, updated information about supporters, donors, and volunteers.
. Knock on doors: introduce voters to Candidate, provide information
about Candidate, collect voter data.
. Attend Committee meetings and represent Campaign at various fundraisers
and social functions.
Bowling Green State University BGeXperience Bowling Green, OH
Peer Facilitator
Fall 2007 & Fall 2008
. Mentor freshmen students by facilitating their social and academic
transition to college. Direct students to relevant resources on and off
campus. Encourage student involvement in the Bowling Green community.
. Assist students in learning course material and completing
requirements. Hold office hours to speak with students privately or in
group setting. Teach students skills essential for life-long success
(i.e. critical thinking, organization, time management, study skills).
Work with professor to adjust course schedule and topics based on
student needs.
EDUCATION
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Philosophy
August 2009
Activities: BGSU Honors Program, IMPACT (Integrating Moral Principles And
Critical Thinking), Presidential Campaigns in the Media.