ANITA ELMS
Virginia Beach, VA ***** • ***–******* • ***********@*****.***
Professional Summary
Professional recruiting specialist with a strong track record in sourcing and securing top-tier talent. Demonstrated ability to enhance recruitment strategies and align hiring practices with organizational objectives. Recognized for fostering team collaboration and adapting to the evolving needs of the workforce. Expertise in candidate evaluation, relationship building & management.
Skills
Candidate experience training - Diversity & Inclusion Strategies – Full Life Cycle Recruitment – Passive candidate engagement - Recruitment metrics analysis & process improvement – Social Media Recruiting
Work History
Robert Half Staffing (temporary assignment) 05/2024 to 07/2024
Senior Recruiter
Implemented a new recruitment strategy for Higher Education client that resulted in 25% increase in the number of qualified candidates and a 15% decrease in time-to-hire
Developed and maintained relationships with hiring managers resulting in a 20% increase in hiring manager satisfaction scores
Negotiated job offers and salary packages, resulting in a 10% increase in offer acceptance rates
Range Generation NEXT, LLC. (reduction in force), 04/2023 to 03/2024
Sr. Sourcing Recruiter
Identified, engaged, activated, and nurtured top talent through traditional techniques and unconventional means
Developed deep understanding of talent segments to proactively build long term – pipeline in a globally competitive market
Participated in innovative sourcing strategies that delivered an always-on pipeline of quality hires that reflects communities
Randstad Sourcelight - 05/2021 to 02/2023
Talent Acquisition Consultant-Partnership with CNA Insurance from 10/2021 to 02/2023
Placed high-end technical professionals in the Information Technology Industry in contract and full-time positions
Source applicants through online channels, such as LinkedIn and other professional networks
Streamlined the hiring process for efficiency, reducing time-to-fill rates and improving candidate experience.
Plan interview and selection procedures, including screening calls, assessments, and in-person interviews
Coordinate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs in different areas and departments
Talent Acquisition Consultant- Partnership with Allstate, 05/2021 to 10/2021
Maintained an average of forty requisitions
Developed rapport with Agency owners-engaged weekly to advise on candidates or job updates
Experienced with SuccessFactors and Salesforce- used for applicant/application tracking management
Supported requisitions in PST, CST, and EST time zones
Facilitated the Licensing and Binding authority of ten hires in six months
Command Post Technologies - 04/2019 to 05/2021
HR Generalist & Recruiter
Owned the full cycle of technical talent recruitment process delivering high quality and high-speed results
Partnered with hiring managers to consult on hiring requirements, creating job descriptions to ensure the right fit of candidates
Developed candidate engagement programs to attract and retain more female and veteran talent.
Focused on creating a positive candidate experience throughout the sourcing and selection process
Brasfond USA - 12/2018 to 04/2019
Human Resources Manager
Streamlined internal functions resulting in 60% improvement in staff training advantage through implementation of robust training program focused on HR techniques and methodologies
Credited with capturing $200K in overhead costs tied to operations and compensation during tenure while increasing employee morale
Analyzed and restructured salary grades consistent with industry standard, including thorough evaluation of job descriptions
HR Consultant, 05/2016 to 12/2018
Self-employed/1099
Worked as a contractor for the following companies: AMSEC LLC, Macy's, Front Row Entertainment, Dynamic Global Group and Manhattan Maintenance
Communicated, trained, and interpreted human resource policies and procedures to establish uniform understanding
Provided specialized project administration including analyzing data, in-depth research, evaluation, and recommendations to management on department projects
Created and managed corporate job description database
Served as liaison with assigned areas to coordinate the HR needs including staffing and succession planning, employee relations, consolidations and divestitures, information dissemination and policy review
Tapestry Solutions - 09/2015 to 02/2016
Human Resource Business Partner III
Analyzed results to determine the competitiveness of the company compensation package
Conducted detailed investigations into complex employee relations issues and recommended solutions that are in alignment with the Company's core values
Facilitated a 10% decrease in turnover through intensive retention analysis and management training
Military Service
U.S. Army, Active duty from May 1997 – January 2001
Education
Master of Arts: Human Resource Development
Webster University - St. Louis, MO
Bachelor Of Arts: Criminal Justice
Columbia College - Chicago, IL