Norma Rivas

ad0728@r.postjobfree.com

Bonney Lake, WA

Summary

Results-driven Senior Technical Recruiter with a proven record of accomplishment in identifying top talent, direct sourcing, and delivering exceptional customer and candidate experiences. Adept at building strong relationships with hiring managers and employing powerful listening and communication skills. Experienced in behavioral interviewing and relationship management, driving successful recruitment outcomes. Skilled in managing full-cycle recruitment processes and leveraging innovative strategies for talent acquisition. Skills

• Thrives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

• Comprehensive understanding of end-to-end recruitment lifecycle processes.

• Proficient in ATS systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, Monster, Dice, CareerBuilder, and social media networking.

• In-depth knowledge of technology trends and concepts.

• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

• Strong negotiation and closing abilities.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficient in diverse recruitment techniques.

• Expertise in full-cycle recruiting.

• Skillful in planning and executing job fairs.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Professional Experience

Senior Technical Recruiter Strategic Staffing Solutions Remote March 2021 – May 2023

• Managed a full desk of open IT requisitions, consistently sourcing and delivering high-quality candidates for exempt and non-exempt roles.

• Provided strategic recommendations for recruitment initiatives, driving long-term company growth by implementing new processes and fine-tuning existing ones.

• Developed and executed proactive recruitment strategies, leveraging diverse channels including cold-calling, networking, social media, and talent pipeline management.

• Established and implemented a sustainable and scalable executive recruitment methodology.

• Mentored and guided recruiters and peers, ensuring adherence to best practices and procedures.

• Facilitated seamless coordination between candidates, hiring managers, and network partners, delivering guidance throughout the interview, offer, and hiring process.

• Conducted thorough sourcing, screening, and relationship-building with potential candidates.

• Maintained accurate and up-to-date information in the database. Accomplishments:

• Achieved a 30% reduction in time-to-fill for IT requisitions by implementing streamlined recruitment processes and leveraging advanced sourcing techniques.

• Successfully placed over 50 candidates in critical roles, resulting in enhanced team productivity and overall organizational success.

• Received commendation from hiring managers for consistently delivering high-quality candidates that matched job requirements and cultural fit.

• Developed and executed a talent pipeline strategy, proactively identifying and engaging potential candidates to reduce future hiring time and costs.

• Played a key role in improving candidate experience, contributing to a 25% increase in candidate satisfaction scores.

Contract Recruiter Various Companies (Aerotek, Washington Health, Cambia Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA January 2016 – January 2021

• Collaborated with customer account managers to evaluate and submit candidate resumes.

• Sourced and selected applicants for technical positions.

• Forecasted hiring needs and department goals in coordination with IT team leaders.

• Assisted senior management in decision-making by developing and submitting performance and compensation reports, along with improvement recommendations.

• Updated job requirements and descriptions for all positions to maintain work structure.

• Maintained a pipeline of candidates with niche skills. Senior Technical Recruiter Broadwing Communications Austin, TX February 2010 – December 2015

• Conducted full-cycle recruiting for mid to senior-level positions within the telecom industry.

• Utilized consistent templates and processes for telephone interviews and candidate evaluation.

• Presented pre-screened candidates to management using a standardized process.

• Provided sourcing suggestions and resolved sourcing challenges for the team.

• Championed diversity recruitment strategies and demonstrated awareness of diversity awareness.

• Researched and maintained knowledge of the competitive landscape to overcome potential obstacles.

• Managed recruitment steps and statuses for candidates, resolving routine concerns and escalating complex issues.

• Collaborated with hiring managers to understand position requirements, department goals, and the organization's business plan.

• Assisted in evaluating candidates, negotiating offers, and troubleshooting the overall recruitment process.

• Managed a requisition load of 20+ roles at various levels, including Manager, Senior Manager, and Director.

• Recruited professionals in 4G and 5G Engineering, Network Operations, RF Engineering, and Technical Project Management.

Technical Recruiter REMIX IT Staffing West Los Angeles, CA February 2006 – January 2010

• Sourced and selected candidates for technical positions.

• Managed onboarding and training processes for new hires.

• Forecasted hiring needs and department goals in collaboration with IT team leaders.

• Conducted personal outreach to potential recruits found on job search websites.

• Conducted interviews using industry-standard techniques.

• Facilitated the hiring and training process for new employees.

• Acted as an advocate for new hires and established employees.

• Completed new-hire paperwork for candidates who met job expectations.

• Referred candidate resumes to customer account managers for evaluation and submission. Technical Recruiter Spherion (formerly Interim Technology) Irvine, CA June 2000 – January 2006

• Conducted interviews using various methods, including cold calling, and utilizing job boards.

• Managed the full cycle recruitment process.

• Demonstrated effective negotiation skills.

• Utilized applicant tracking software programs.

• Familiarity with online job-hunting websites.

Education

Associate of Arts in Business Administration LVCC, Las Vegas, NV

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