Human Resources Generalist, Recruiting

jennifer mckay

**** ***** ******* ****., #**** ( Orlando, Florida 32827 (

********@*****.*** ( 407-***-****

Dynamic Master of Human Resource Management graduate and Senior

Admissions/Human Resources Generalist with achievements in driving

training, performance, and recruiting initiatives, building strong and

productive teams, talent management, and leading organizational awareness

and promotional activities.

recruitment strategy ? training ? project management ?

leadership

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

. ACCOMPLISHED AND KNOWLEDGEABLE WITH OVER SEVEN YEARS OF SUCCESS IN

LEADING EMPLOYMENT AND STUDENT RECRUITING, TRAINING, AND DEVELOPMENT AT

THE UNIVERSITY LEVEL AND EXCEEDING TEAM AND DEPARTMENT GOALS; HIGHLY

SKILLED IN PRESCREENING ASSESSMENTS AND BOTH INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES.

. Consistently increased recruitment goals by up to 86% in four years for

Keiser University through developing and implementing broad HR and

process changes.

. Master of Human Resource Management, GPA of 3.98, with relevant

coursework in employment law, compensation, HR technology, and others;

and a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Communication.

. Second highest performing High School Counselor in the company (15

campuses), Keiser University, 2012.

. Multiple Award Winner:

o Outstanding Contributor Award/Cross Functional Team, Keiser

University, 2011.

o Outstanding Performance Award, Keiser University, 2009.

o Nominee, Priority Children of Genesee County, Children's Champion

Award, 2001.

. Outgoing with excellent communication and presentation skills; exhibits

cultural sensitivity and consistently demonstrates discretion, integrity,

and fair mindedness.

. Resourceful and self-motivated working well independently or as a team

member with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities; works well

under pressure, thrives on challenges, and multitasks efficiently.

. Member of the Society for Human Resource Management, Central Florida

Human Resource Association, American Society for Training and Development

- National and Central Florida Chapters, and World at Work.

. Computer/Technical Proficiencies: Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe,

Distributed Resources Scheduler (DRS), and CampusVue.

Professional Experience

SENIOR ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR (RECRUITER) FEBRUARY 2007 - PRESENT

keiser university Orlando, Florida

. Excels in the training and development of a highly diverse admissions

team of new hires and seven current employees encompassing interview

techniques and campus software programs.

. Assists Director with new candidate process by pre-screening new employee

applications, participating in candidate interviews (one-on-one and

group) and selection process.

. Second highest performing High School Counselor in the company (15

campuses), 2012.

. Increased year-end recruitment goals by 67% in 2008, 86% in 2009, and 81%

in 2012 through implementing improved calling strategies, student/family

interview techniques, and closing/commitment follow-up.

. Consistently achieves daily, weekly, monthly, and annual team and

department recruitment goals.

. Maintains above average show rate for the high school program in class

starts through timely enrollment processes; show rates average between

70% and 90%, exceeding the 50% historical benchmark.

. Drove a significant increase in the quantity and quality of recruiting

events through strategic relationship-building with community relations

coordinators; activities include campus field trips, information

sessions, and guidance counselor luncheons.

. Plans and executes up to 30 onsite and offsite events including College

Days, open houses, and financial aid workshops; interfaces with students

and parents regarding admissions and enrollment.

. Conducts accurate preparation/processing of sensitive documentation and

files in accordance to government regulation and school policy.

. Held the position of Associate Director of High School Admissions prior

to department restructuring; subsequent spin off and location-specific

Director of Admission positions were developed. This position

encompassed all duties above as well as performance management and

responsibility for team production.

public relations manager August 2004 - February 2007

nadine degenova public relations Altamonte Springs, Florida

. Led broad PR efforts for over 50 Marriott hotels and resorts throughout

the U.S. and included retainer accounts as well as special projects.

. Media liaison activities included media qualifications for site visits,

spearheading grand opening events, and managing the media database.

. Provided positive editorial exposure, developed press releases, publicity

reports, press kits, and property fact sheets; conducted overall office

management, monitored editorial calendars, and billing.

sales representative August 2001 - August 2004

haynes brothers/bassett furniture Flint, Michigan and Daytona Beach,

Florida

. Provided excellent customer service in the sales of home design services

and special order furniture and accessories.

. Conducted extensive consultation with customers, manufacturers, and

textile companies to provide customization services.

community relations coordinator March 1997 - February 2001

borders books & music Flint, Michigan

. Planned and facilitated up to 30 events per month encompassing

celebrities, local talent, children's story times, kids camps, poetry

sessions, and others.

. Created and managed all advertising, marketing, designing print

collateral, writing news releases, and associated promotions.

. Supervised an event team as required, conducted media interviews, and

worked closely with community organizations.

Education

MASTER OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT APRIL 2013

keller graduate school of management - devry university Orlando, Florida

GPA: 3.98 ? Delta Epsilon Iota Academic Honor Society

bachelor of arts - Organizational Communication December 2002

university of michigan Flint, Michigan

notable volunteer achievement

. 2011 TEAM DEVELOPMENT CHAIR, WINTER PARK RELAY FOR LIFE EVENT, AMERICAN

CANCER SOCIETY.

o Exceeded fundraising goal of $35,000 with proceeds benefiting local

community.

o Nine month fundraising campaign and 18-hour Event, and recruited over

400 volunteers.

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