Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Theresa H. Williams

Sr. Talent Acquisition Coordinator

***.*****.*******@*****.*** • 619-***-****

LinkedIn Profile • Imperial Beach, CA

Accomplished Sr. Talent Acquisition Coordinator offering a wealth of experience engaging with stakeholders, determining organizational needs, and managing the recruitment process of top-quality candidates across an array of business units. Possess the ability to reduce hiring timelines, elevate candidate experience, and increase opportunities for diversity. Adept at employer branding, recruitment marketing, and talent pipeline development. Proficient at candidate assessment, high volume interview coordination, and ensuring the completion of time sensitive background checks, including drug screens. A visionary with the ability to serve as a partner to senior management while onboarding the brightest talent from diverse candidate pools to fuel organizational growth. Returning to the workforce after an intentional sabbatical to care for a loved one.

Areas of Expertise

Human Resource Functions

Employment Eligibility

Offer Letters

Applicant Tracking Systems

Process Improvements

Candidate Communication

Screening Processes

Interviews (Onsite & Remote)

Onboarding Coordination

Talent Acquisition

DEI Awareness

Teamwork & Collaboration

Analytical Mindset

Attention to Detail

HR Compliance

Professional Experience

Sabbatical to Care for Ailing Family Member 2020 – 2023

UTC Collins Aerospace, Chula Vista, CA 2019 – 2020

Sr. Talent Acquisition Coordinator (Contract via RGBSI)

Entrusted to a position of expanded responsibility after demonstrating proficiency for leadership and accountability with other organizations. Led talent acquisition support efforts across a competitive landscape organizing the best personnel with the goal of advancing organizational initiatives.

●Orchestrated interview logistics (online, remote, travel), submitted visitor information, and ensured onsite Host was properly trained.

●Generated daily interview reports in Workday; subsequently assigned Talent Acquisition Coordinators based on business unit requirements.

●Completed background checks and drug screens; escalated information for further review if required.

●Drafted welcome letters with pertinent instructions for the first day.

●Handled I-9 documents to verify employment eligibility.

●Contributed to team cadence meetings, recommended areas in need of improvements, and integrated solutions to drive performance and workflow.

●Credited with bringing organization current after a severe backlog of background checks; reconciled all records within just 2 weeks.

Booz Allen Hamilton, San Diego, CA 2018 – 2019

Recruiting Administrator (Contract via Hire Velocity)

Led recruitment efforts by orchestrating candidate interviews on-site, at various events, or in virtual environments. Planned travel arrangements for prospective employees and served as a key point of contact throughout the hiring process.

●Maintained compliance standards by tracking government contracts, managing start-dates, sending state-wide notifications, and completing background checks.

●Monitored the onboarding process and ensured post-offer tasks were completed; additionally, assisted with I-9 processing and prepared new hires for orientation on the first day.

●Crafted welcome emails complete with detailed reporting instructions.

●Dispositioned all candidates in Workday in real time.

●Demonstrated the ability to execute in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing responsibilities.

●Commended for leading high-volume coordination of interviews and onboarding of new hires.

Halozyme Therapeutics, San Diego, CA 2016 – 2016

Talent Acquisition Coordinator II (Contract via BioPhase Solutions)

Delivered exemplary support executing an array of HR functions surrounding talent acquisition. Scheduled candidate interviews for a variety of roles in the organization. Additionally, arranged associated travel including hotel reservations, as required.

●Initiated and completed background checks; prepared associated reports for review.

●Processed candidate interview expenses and gained approvals for reimbursement.

●Leveraged acumen for ATS platform Workday to complete various responsibilities.

●Drafted, sent, and tracked offer letter status.

●Maintained employee records while adhering to confidentiality practices.

Massage Envy Spa, Santee, CA 2014 – 2015

Esthetician

Warmly greeted patrons, offered information about services, and completed beauty treatments in a relaxed setting. Offered skin analysis and customized facial treatments to the needs of clientele. Specialized in offering European facials. Leveraged cross-selling ability to promote skin care products and other services.

●Offered galvanic and high frequency treatments to smooth wrinkles, increase blood flow, and tighten muscles.

●Completed skin scope and magnification with a woods lamp.

●Provided chemical exfoliations to remove dead layers of skin and rejuvenate facial appearance.

●Established repeat and referral clientele while generating considerable revenue.

Additional Experience

Advanced BioHealing, Recruiting Coordinator, La Jolla, CA, 2010 - 2012

Communicated with stakeholders, assessed organizational needs, and sourced quality candidates to propel the science of regenerative medicine.

Conducted phone screenings, completed reference checks, and championed top talent.

Managed the open requisition process from inception through approvals.

Drafted Recruiting Reports weekly, outlined data, and presented metrics to management for review.

Tracked offers of qualified candidates and verified information prior to onboarding.

Mitchell Intl, ICW Group, & Amylin Pharmaceuticals, Various HR & Recruiting Roles, San Diego, CA, 2005 – 2010

Executed an array of HR and recruiting functions for renowned organizations; conferred with stakeholders, outlined needs, and recruited top talent.

Transitioned information from HRIS database to an updated system (UltiPro).

Liaised with Talent Acquisition team and filled open positions with quality personnel.

Conducted phone screening and reference checks; additionally, processed new hire documentation and drafted requisition reports weekly.

Led full-cycle recruitment responsibilities for entry to mid-level talent.

Demonstrated the ability to execute high-volume recruiting and source temporary employees.

Interviewed candidates, ran compensation analysis reports, and extended offers of employment; completed background and reference checks prior to onboarding.

Entrusted as PeopleCapital (ATS) Administrator for HR.

Created, launched, and managed successful Summer Intern Program.

Generated competency-based interview guides subsequently adopted by management.

Education & License

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA

Licensed Esthetician, 600-Hour Program, Bellus Academy of Beauty & Spa, Poway, CA

Technical Proficiencies

Advanced MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint), Workday, Web-Ex, HireVue, Sterling, HireRight, HR PeopleSoft, iCims, OpenHire, UltiPro, PeopleCapital, Employease

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