CHYNA HIGGINBOTHAM, PHR

Smyrna, GA ***** 678-***-**** ad2jhj@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Dynamic Talent Acquisition professional and DEI champion offering 18-year progressive career across diverse industries. Proven ability to monitor and report on practical and measurable goals, strategies, and metrics. Expertise in creating and delivering training opportunities for TA to expand their DEI knowledge and practices. Skilled in implementing proactive and integrative recruitment strategies that lead to more diverse candidates in the recruiting funnels/pipelines.

Skills

Diversity Recruitment Strategy

DEI Champion

Metrics & Reporting

Partnerships & Outreach Management

Workday, SmartRecruiters and Taleo ATS

Talent Management

Relationship Building

Leadership

Work History

Principal Recruiter - Corporate Functions 01/2022 to 06/2023 Etsy – Remote

• Directed end-to-end recruiting processes for corporate and executive positions, delivering high-caliber talent that propelled organizational success.

• Built strong relationships with hiring managers, stakeholders, and business leaders, strategically fostering collaboration to drive impactful outcomes.

• Collaborated with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to champion diversity and inclusion initiatives, increasing talent pool diversity by an impressive 50% and securing 30% of roles with passive candidates through ERG partnerships, diverse associations, and organizations.

• Leveraged market knowledge and data to provide actionable insights, optimizing diverse representation at every stage of the recruiting process.

• Mentored junior-level recruiters, guiding their understanding of recruitment processes and fostering their growth.

• Spearheaded Etsy's groundbreaking Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) partnerships, culminating in participation in the 2023 Annual Spring Career Fair at Clark Atlanta University. Senior Recruiter 07/2019 to 12/2021

The Coca-Cola Company – Atlanta, CA

• Managed the full-life cycle recruitment process, cultivating a rich talent pipeline for brand marketing roles across North America and Canada

• Utilized data analytics to drive talent acquisition recommendations, pinpointing diversity-enhancing trends.

• Pioneered diversity initiatives by connecting with communities and universities, collaborating on diverse talent-focused internship programs.

• Executed successful sourcing campaigns with a diversity-centric approach, broadening candidate pools with underrepresented talent.

• Leveraged data-driven insights (Talent Neuron) to gain a profound understanding of market conditions and competitors’ positions, strategically guiding the overall recruitment strategy.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize recruitment processes, fostering operational efficiency while building strong candidate relationships. Senior Recruiter (Cox Media Group) 04/2018 to 07/2019 Cox Enterprises – Atlanta, GA

• Managed the complete recruiting lifecycle, cultivating talent pipelines for a wide range of diverse positions.

• Created pipelines using web tools, social media, and innovative sourcing techniques to attract a varied candidate pool.

• Expertly negotiated offers, facilitating successful candidate selections while promoting competitive compensation packages.

• Enhanced recruitment efficiency by reducing non-exempt "Time to Fill" from 60 to 45 days through strategic marketing-driven approaches.

• Crafted pipelines using versatile methods, including web tools and social media.

• Leveraged data analytics tools, including Tableau to monitor essential recruitment metrics, pinpoint bottlenecks, and identify opportunities for process optimization. Talent Acquisition Consultant (Cox Automotive) 03/2014 to 04/2018 Cox Enterprises – Atlanta, GA

• Managed the complete recruiting lifecycle, cultivating talent pipelines for a wide range of diverse positions within Cox Automotive Corporate and Manheim business units.

• Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.

• Optimized sourcing networks and used proactive methods to direct source candidates.

• Developed communication and marketing plan and leveraged talent acquisition tools, resources, and campaigns to source and attract top talent.

• Analyzed recruiting analytics and metrics to share reports and recommendations with stakeholders. Talent Acquisition Specialist 03/2012 to 04/2014

Life University – Marietta, GA

• Managed end-to-end recruitment processes for faculty and staff positions, from initial sourcing to final selection.

• Collaborated with stakeholders on defining hiring objectives and formulating effective talent acquisition strategies.

• Utilized social media platforms and local events to proactively identify and engage high-quality candidates.

• Applied data analysis to develop comprehensive job descriptions and competencies, ensuring accurate candidate assessments.

• Implemented an innovative Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to streamline and optimize the hiring process, enhancing efficiency and candidate experience. Education

Master of Science: Human Resource Management 12/2004 Troy University - Atlanta, GA

BBA: Business Administration 12/1997

Marshall University - Huntington, WV

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