Talent Acquisition Human Resources

Sherman W. Baker

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Talent Acquisition Leader

Transforming Cultures Talent Management & Performance Workforce Planning

Accomplished Talent Acquisition Leader with over 10 years of recruiting experience and track record of developing and executing talent strategies to improve business performance. Expertise includes aligning talent acquisition initiatives with corporate objectives, employer branding, and serving as a Strategic Advisor with Leadership teams. Experienced in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Skilled in building and leading high performing teams, cultivating relationships and partnerships, implementing continuous improvements, and driving collaboration.

Core Competencies

Talent Acquisition Operations • Talent Management • Workforce Planning • Recruiting Strategies • Compliance

Succession Planning • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion • Human Resources • Performance & Change Management

Team Building & Leadership • Training & Development • Project & Program Management • Strategic Planning

Relationship Building • Networking • Negotiations • Forecasting • Presentations • Innovation • Communication

Professional Experience & Selected Achievements

U.S. Department of Defense

Test Administrator 2022- Present

Maintain order and a smooth operating environment for a group of up to 250 applicants.

Instructs applicants on testing procedures and starts, observes, times, and ends the test or test segment as directed.

Utilizes computer systems and software to administer computer-based enlistment and student aptitude tests.

Responsible for the security and accountability of student test booklets, at home, during transport, and at the testing location. (Part time 10-15 hours a week)

AMERICAN WOODMARK, Lost Creek, WV (remote) 2021 – Present

American Woodmark is one of the three largest cabinetmakers in the country.

Recruiter

Develop and implement all phases of recruitment process related to hiring team members at all levels including technical and engineering, mid-level management, financial and accounting, and manufacturing positions. Collaborate with department managers to draft job descriptions and hiring criteria; identify future hiring needs. A strong focus on DEI and candidate experience

Exceeded recruitment goals; developed and implemented effective talent acquisition plans;

oBuilt talent pipeline through social media and outreach strategies.

Recruit for Manufacturing, IT, Finance, and mid-level management.

Orchestrated full-cycle recruitment processes, strategically sourcing top-tier talent for diverse roles.

Collaborated with leadership to align talent acquisition initiatives with organizational goals.

Developed and implemented diversity and inclusion initiatives resulting in a more inclusive workforce.

Streamlined recruitment operations, reducing time-to-fill and enhancing overall efficiency.

Established and maintained effective relationships with hiring managers and key stakeholders.

RESCARE, Clarksburg, WV 2016 – 2021

ResCare (now Bright Spring Health Services) is a leading provider of home and community-based health services.

Program Manager

Led and coordinated service delivery components of programs servicing individuals and consumers in home setting. Supervised 5 direct reports with management of 125 team members involving recruiting, hiring, training, performance management, union interactions, and work grievances; ensured compliance with state and federal policies. A major focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Optimized HR and recruiting efficiencies; designed and enhanced policies, processes, and programs.

Improved employee culture, engagement, and retention; instituted positive employer-employee relationships and communications; implemented attendance rewards program.

Developed team members through individual development plans.

Conducted and monitored training covering patient safety, behavior management, and emergency procedures.

Recruited for health care professionals, nurses, therapists, home health aides, and administrative support.

Exceeded recruitment goals and contributed to the development of effective talent acquisition plans.

Utilized social media and outreach strategies to build a robust talent pipeline.

Use of Salesforce

MANPOWER STAFFING, Bridgeport, WV 2013 – 2018

Manpower is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent recruitment.

Human Resources Manager and Recruiter

Headed full cycle recruitment process involving all staff levels within various fields, encompassing posting of job openings, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, conducting interviews, gathering information from drug tests and background tests, and onboarding new employees; coordinated board and committee meetings.

Full cycle talent acquisition recruiter experienced in the recruitment of senior corporate operations leaders, marketing, finance, business development, people operations, and sales executives. Technical experience with the recruitment of IT, Product Managers, and Software Engineers. Full cycle talent acquisition recruiter experienced in the recruitment of senior corporate operations leaders, marketing, finance, business development, people operations, and sales executives. Technical experience with the recruitment of IT, Product Managers, and Software Engineers.

Skills: Technical Recruiting · Process Improvement · Recruiting · Strategic Planning · Full-life Cycle Recruiting

Increased applicant pool; launched Saturday open houses.

Improved employee attendance and retention by developing incentive program for perfect attendance.

Performed training and onboarding sessions with new team members.

Agency recruiting for all employment sectors including manufacturing, IT, Engineering, HR, and blue collar, and finance positions.

Prior experience includes:

Mobile Notary since 2022 (Document review)

Legal Knowledge:

oUnderstanding of notary laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.

oAwareness of the types of documents that require notarization.

Attention to Detail:

oAccurate record-keeping of notarized documents.

oDiligent verification of signers' identities and signatures.

Communication Skills:

oClear and effective communication with clients and signers.

oAbility to explain the purpose and details of notarization procedures.

Integrity and Trustworthiness:

oMaintaining a high level of integrity and ethical conduct.

oEnsuring the security and confidentiality of notarized documents.

Organizational Skills:

oManaging and organizing notary supplies and documentation.

oHandling multiple notarization requests efficiently.

Customer Service:

oProviding excellent customer service to clients.

oBeing approachable and patient with signers.

Time Management:

oEfficiently managing time to meet scheduled appointments.

oHandling notarizations promptly and within legal timeframes.

Record-Keeping:

oMaintaining accurate and organized notarial records.

oAdhering to record-keeping requirements mandated by law.

Problem-Solving:

oAbility to handle unexpected issues during the notarization process.

oKnowing when to seek guidance from legal authorities for complex cases.

Cultural Sensitivity:

oAwareness of cultural differences, especially if dealing with signers from diverse backgrounds.

oBeing respectful and sensitive to different customs and practices.

Detailing Notarial Acts:

oClearly outlining the specific notarial acts performed on each document.

oFollowing proper procedures for different types of notarizations (e.g., acknowledgments, jurats).

Education & Credentials

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Fairmont State University, Fairmont, WV

Associate of Arts in Business Administration

Pierpont Technical College, Fairmont, WV

Certifications

Professional Recruiter Certification • Certified Technical Recruiter • Certified Diversity & Inclusion Recruiter

Certified Military Veteran Recruiter • Certified Human Resources Generalist • Certified Notary Public

In progress: SHRM-Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) Certification

Professional Development

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) • Affirmative Action• DEI

Technical Skills

Microsoft Office Suite • HRIS iCIMS • ATS • Kronos • Paychex Flex • Salesforce • QuickBooks

Affiliation

Member, Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

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