KC Kiersten Custis

Orlando, FL 407-***-**** ad0b4g@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

Certified Talent Sourcer and Recruiter with 15+ years in corporate in-house, RPO, and agency environments. Specializing in remote talent acquisition for the last 10 years, . known for agility, flexibility, and an inquisitive approach, with a strong focus on aligning top-tier talent with ideal opportunities. Expertise in innovative sourcing techniques and deep understanding of employer branding to attract premier candidates.

SKILLS ATS:

Bullhorn

Greenhouse

Taleo

PeopleSoft

ICIMS

BrassRing

SKILLS:

Candidate Pipeline Management

MS Office /Google G Suite

Linkedin Recruiter

Boolean Methodology & Data Mining

Project Recruiting

Compensation Analysis

Employer Branding

CERTIFICATIONS AIRS Certified Diversity and Inclusion Recruiter AIRS Professional Recruiter Certification

AIRS Strategic Job Board Searching for Recruiters

WORK HISTORY SENIOR STRATEGIC TALENT SOURCER 04/2021 to 09/2023 The Mom Project REMOTE

Managed multiple competing priorities to generate over $900K in net revenue during first year, exceeding target quarter over quarter.

Developed robust, diverse talent pipelines, meeting hiring velocity objectives and ensuring alignment with organizational needs.

Established standard processes, guidelines, and SOPs to streamline operations. Utilized advanced sourcing techniques: Boolean searches, community outreach, targeted networking events, industry directories, and niche blogs, to identify candidates. Researched and reported on market conditions and competitive talent landscape to enhance sourcing effectiveness.

Leveraged data analytics to continually refine and optimize sourcing strategies. Promoted job openings through targeted advertising on social media and specialized job boards, resulting in 10% increase in Linkedin applicant response rate. Conducted candidate evaluations through multifaceted screening process, ensuring optimal fit of skill sets.

Edited job descriptions to attract top-tier talent, achieving increased application quality. Managed and optimized applicant tracking systems to improve data accuracy and reporting capabilities.

Championed company's values and mission, served as internally and externally brand evangelist.

Areas of Specialization: Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance & Accounting, Program & Project Management, Human Resources, Data Intelligence. RECRUITING CONSULTANT 08/2016 to 12/2018

WilsonHCG REMOTE

Expertly managed end-to-end recruiting processes, (sourcing, screening, offer closings) in alignment with assigned clients.

Messaged over 200 top talent candidates per job opening across diverse industries. Utilized broad range of recruiting tools and techniques, including social media platforms, job boards, and specialized databases.

Collaborated closely with internal and external teams to align recruitment strategies with broader organizational goals.

Areas of emphasis: HR, Insurance, Real Estate, Legal, Accounting, Supply Chain.

(CONTRACT) SOURCER & RECRUITER

Nestle Waters USA Via WilsonHCG REMOTE

Managed full-cycle sourcing and recruiting initiatives for subsidiary of Global Fortune 500 company, filling over 100 hard to fill roles in less than year. Established and maintained successful relationships with key stakeholders including hiring managers, branch managers, and HR Partners, resulting in 95% satisfaction rate. Conducted in-depth phone interviews, screening over 500 applicants and achieving 85% rate of screens to interviews.

Oversaw reference checks and screenings, and pre-employment verifications, ensuring 100% compliance with company and regulatory standards. Leveraged various platforms for job advertising, including social media, job boards, and training centers, achieving 25% increase in quality applications. Areas of emphasis: CDL Drivers, Warehouse Operations, Office Administration. TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST 09/2013 to 08/2016

Verizon Via The WorkplaceGroup RPO Heathrow, FL

Served as metric-driven Talent Acquisition Specialist during period of transformative growth, specifically targeting Verizon's new Finance Center of Excellence (COE). Partnered closely with Senior Recruiters, Hiring Managers, and HR Business Partners to execute talent acquisition strategies, leading to successful recruitment and onboarding of over 800 new hires—400+ within first six months.

Acted as primary sourcing support for high volume of internal and external financial roles, screening several hundred candidates annually and maintaining screen to interview rate of 80%.

Orchestrated interview days, handling candidate and manager correspondence, crafting interview guides, and confirming interview schedules, improving candidate experience quarter over quarter.

Acted as liaison between Background Investigations and candidates to secure necessary hiring documentation.

Captured updates on candidate statuses, interview actions, and new job openings, aiding recruiters in real-time decision-making.

Created ATS candidate slates, drafted and revised offer letters, and ensured accuracy of internal and external job postings.

Areas of emphasis: Accountants, Financial Project Leaders, Financial Analysts, Data Analysts. SENIOR RECRUITER 01/2004 to 04/2010

Symantec Heathrow, FL

Full-cycle recruiter for publicly traded software company during transitional periods, spearheading hiring of up to 300+ technical employees annually at peak growth. Partnered with cross-functional internal teams to continuously refine and streamline recruitment processes, achieving efficiency gains. Cultivated robust relationships with internal and external candidates, elevating overall candidate experience and contributing to increased retention rate. Specialized in recruiting for diverse range of roles: local, international, technical and corporate positions, successfully filling vacancies in tight timelines. Proactively followed up with high-potential candidates sourced through industry-specific pipelines, networking events, and job fairs, optimizing conversion rates. Areas of emphasis: Technical IT Support, Security Analysts, Inside Sales, Software Engineers, Administrative Professionals.

EDUCATION Bachelor of Arts Journalism, Print

State University New York, Buffalo, NY

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