Talent Acquisition Consultant
Resume:
JOSEPH COMMESSO
******@*****.*** 516-***-**** Queens, NY 11106
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced Talent Acquisition leader with over 10 years of expertise in recruiting highly skilled technical talent for global organizations. Proven success in implementing data-driven strategies, optimizing hiring processes, reducing time-to-hire, with a passion for building collaborative relationships, driving strategic hiring decisions, and leveraging market insights to attract and secure top talent.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
TALENT ACQUISITION CONSULTANT via JOALFCO LLC (self-employed)
Vallant, LLC January 2024 - present
Diverse Effect, LLC August 2023 – January 2024
●Managed business development, account management, and full-cycle recruitment for various clients, ensuring alignment with their unique hiring needs and delivering top talent effectively.
●Trains and mentors new hires on sourcing, recruiting, and negotiation strategies, provides guidance on approach, facilitation plans, and market insights, ensuring an exceptional hiring experience for candidates and a proper pre-sales strategy in business development.
●Leads the evaluation and optimization of business processes by streamlining all aspects of the sourcing & recruitment process, reducing costs, & decreasing time to hire.
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SENIOR TALENT ACQUISITION CONSULTANT
Capgemini Financial Services December 2022 – June 2023
•Contacted 50-100 candidates weekly for entry-level roles through automated and personalized outreach.
•Engaged with 10-30 specialized senior candidates per week, emphasizing quality over quantity.
•Successfully identified, sourced, negotiated with, and onboarded talent at all levels, including machine learning engineers, cloud architects,product managers, project managers, and software engineers ensuring alignment with client needs.
•Cultivated and maintained partnerships with hiring managers and other stakeholders to articulate hiring needs and job requirements, allowing for better assessment of candidate quality and ensuring optimal fit for roles.
•Clients included: Morgan Stanley, Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs, Washington Mutual.
SENIOR SOURCING SPECIALIST
Google Inc (contract via IntelliPro) August 2021 - August 2022
•Led sourcing efforts for Google Cloud Compute using advanced Boolean sourcing techniques, internet searches, proprietary applicant tracking systems, referral generation, and LinkedIn Recruiter.
•Specialized in sourcing for AI and Cloud Technologies, including Hardware, Software, Systems Development, DevOps, Site Reliability, and Research & Development roles, with a specific focus on SoC, CPU, and Google TPU hardware crucial for AI-driven products.
•Developed a data-driven Boolean search strategy, increasing the number of qualified AI candidate applications by 20%, contributing to the successful fulfillment of critical engineering positions.
•Achieved an offer acceptance rate of 95%, ensuring top talent acquisition in a competitive market despite extended time-to-hire metrics.
•Screened 20-30 candidates weekly, ensuring a robust pipeline for hiring teams.
•Established strong internal partnerships with Talent Acquisition colleagues and Hiring Managers, ensuring alignment on technical role requirements and organizational goals.
•Maintained and consistently updated candidate pipeline activity, providing actionable insights to Engineering Hiring Managers and Recruiters.
SENIOR TECHNICAL RECRUITER
Moody’s Financial Services (contract via Precision Global) June 2021 – August 2021
•Managed the full-cycle recruitment process for technology roles, including sourcing, screening, and negotiating offers for top candidates.
•Recruited for cloud-based engineering positions, including cloud infrastructure engineers and DevOps specialists, ensuring alignment with cutting-edge technological needs.
•Reduced average time-to-hire by 15%, accelerating the onboarding of critical technical talent.
•Achieved a 92% candidate quality rating based on hiring manager feedback, reflecting exceptional alignment between candidate capabilities and role requirements.
•Provided comprehensive guidance to clients and candidates, fostering a seamless hiring experience.
SENIOR TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST
BAE, INC. February 2019 – May 2020
•Led recruitment efforts for Aerospace & Defense engineering roles, hiring for Hardware, Software, Electrical, Mechanical, and Cyber Security positions for Secret and Top Secret projects.
•Focused on quality hires, reducing bulk outreach in favor of more targeted, personalized communications for high-skill positions.
•Contributed to strategic recruitment planning, optimizing the number of contacts based on role urgency and candidate pool.
•Reduced time-to-hire by 20% for high-priority roles, streamlining recruitment pipelines to meet critical project deadlines.
•Conducted intake meetings with hiring managers, improving role clarity and alignment with organizational goals.
•Coached hiring managers on best practices, increasing candidate quality by 15% and reducing time-to-hire.
Independent Contractor
Self-Employed April 2017 – January 2019
•Provided consultancy to small businesses, focusing on leveraging online tools and social media to identify and recruit potential hires.
•Conducted thorough interviews, background investigations, and reference checks to ensure quality hiring.
TECHNICAL RECRUITER
Elite Technical Services, Inc. March 2013 – April 2017
•Sourced and recruited highly qualified candidates for Hardware, Software, Network Engineering, Cyber Security, Project Management, UI/UX roles across a range of sectors including, aeronautics, aviation, and private corporations.
•Actively participated in client meetings to gain a thorough understanding of hiring and technical needs, offering tailored recommendations and innovative solutions.
•Compiled and presented weekly status reports detailing candidate progress, interview results, new hires, fulfilled job orders, and additional relevant candidate-client information.
•Conducted candidate screenings to evaluate skill sets and determine alignment with client requirements.
•Acted as a reliable liaison between client and candidate, adeptly negotiating salary and contractor rates upon job offers.
•Managed a consistent requisition load of 10 - 20 open positions, demonstrating a robust capacity for multitasking and organization.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
ADJUNCT FACULTY/ TECHNICAL ANALYST (concurrent)
Suffolk County Community College October 2003 – March 2013
•Conducted comprehensive assessments and proposed staffing requirements, enhancing departmental effectiveness and engagement.
•Generated current (AS-IS) and future (TO-BE) state flow charts, accurately depicting workflow procedures, functional requirements, timelines, and costs for future projects.
•Conducted detailed analysis of software, hardware, and equipment; secured quotes and system specifications from vendors; developed proposals and acted as a key liaison between the college and vendors.
•Successfully managed the transition of the TV production and editing studio facility from legacy systems to digital, involving updates to hardware, software, camera gear, and editing equipment.
•Developed and conducted training courses on new technologies, providing students with hands-on learning experiences.
•Contributed to a significant increase in student enrollment (+50%) through effective upgrades and enhancements of film, radio, and television department resources.
•Conducted interviews, assessed candidate skills, and prepared clients for interviews; served as trusted liaison and negotiated salaries or contractor rates upon hiring.
•Interviewed and trained new staff, ensuring a smooth integration into the college's work environment.
FUNCTIONAL ANALYST
Internal Revenue Service November 2001 – January 2009
•Conducted thorough reviews of policies and procedures, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing measures to improve them, resulting in significant cost savings.
•Nominated for Federal Employee of the Year for identifying and rectifying a critical issue saving millions of dollars.
•Regularly presented findings, recommendations, and solutions to all levels of management, demonstrating excellent communication and leadership skills.
•Traveled across the country to conduct in-depth reviews of various business units, prepared detailed reports and proposed comprehensive solutions.
•Designed and developed software prototypes to streamline operations and improve productivity.
•Led employee training initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous learning and awareness within the organization.
•Undertook key projects aimed at improving accessibility for disabled employees, demonstrating commitment to inclusivity and diversity in the workplace.
WEBSITE DEVELOPER & SEO SPECIALIST
Promark Interactive, Inc 1998 – 2001
•Designed, developed, and tested data-driven websites leveraging HTML, Microsoft Active Server Pages, VBScript, JavaScript, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft SQL Server, ensuring a seamless user experience.
•Performed extensive quality assurance testing on web applications, identifying bugs, and working collaboratively with the development team for timely resolutions.
•Led the Search Engine Optimization (SEO) initiative, implementing strategies to increase site visibility and drive organic traffic.
•Conducted thorough keyword research and analysis, optimizing site content for SEO and improving search engine rankings.
•Successfully hired and trained an additional SEO specialist, contributing to the expansion of the team and facilitating knowledge sharing.
EDUCATION
Stony Brook University 2012 Bachelor in Arts - Anthropology
Suffolk County Community College 1999 Associates in Applied Science - Computer Science
SKILLS
•Proficient in applicant tracking systems (ATS) with experience with Taleo, BrassRing / Kenexa, SuccessFactors, Ghire.
•Sourcing candidates through LinkedIn, LinkedIn Recruiter, CareerBuilder, Monster, Dice, Clearance jobs, GitHub, Quora, Crunchbase, Stack Overflow
•Familiarity with various programming languages and software development methodologies including HTML, Dart Code, Flutter, JavaScript, CSS, xcode.
•Understanding of cloud computing, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, blockchain, large language models, generative AI, machine learning, and other emerging technologies.
•Ability to learn new technologies quickly and adapt to changing industry trends.
•Excellent relationship building, business development, negotiation and closing skills.
CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
●Generative AI Productivity
●Generative AI in HR
●Generative AI, Recruiting, & Talent Acquisition
●Introduction to Prompt Engineering for Generative AI
Coursera
●DeepLearning.AI – AI For Everyone
●DeepLearning.AI – Generative AI For Everyone
●DeepLearning.AI - Generative AI with Large Language Models
●IBM – AI Foundations for Everyone
●HR Analytics, Business Process Management
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