Talent Acquisition Human Resources

Karina Me?a

Talent Acquisition Manager/ Strategic Leader/ 20+ Years in Recruiting

Las Vegas, NV• 702-***-**** • **********@*****.*** • Linkedln

Summary

Seasoned talent acquisition and human resources specialist with 20+ years of comprehensive experience in recruiting, including 10 years dedicated to talent acquisition and 6 years in management. Well-versed in HRIS systems, benefits administration, workers' compensation, and labor relations.

Offers a solid foundation in general HR practices coupled with exceptional skills in talent management. Bilingual, with fluency in English and Spanish, adept at communicating and forging relationships with a diverse workforce. Demonstrates a strategic approach to recruitment, employee development, and organizational effectiveness. Committed to aligning talent strategies with business objectives to foster growth and innovation.

Expertise

Core Competencies: Full-Cycle Recruiting / Event Coordination / Customer Relationship Management / Recruitment Strategy Development / Team Leadership / Learning & Development / Performance Measurement / Branch Operations Management/ HR Laws & Regulations / Onboarding Best Practices

Technical: HRIS Systems / AS400 /Outlook/ Kronos / Ariba / ATS Systems/ Microsoft Office Suite

Professional Experience

iStaffing Inc. I Las Vegas, NV Branch Manager

Oversee daily operations of the branch, ensuring smooth and efficient workflows.

Lead, mentor, and manage a team of recruitment consultants and administrative staff.

Develop and implement strategic plans to drive business growth and achieve sales targets.

Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback to staff to promote professional development.

Conduct client meetings and presentations to promote iStaffing services and capabilities

Handle client inquiries, resolve issues, and ensure high levels of client satisfaction

Manage branch budgets, financial reports, and operational expenses

Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements

Optimize branch processes and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and productivity

Develop and execute marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new clients.

Identify new business opportunities and expand the branch's client base.

Track sales performance and generate reports for senior management.

2024 - Present

Direct and manage full cycle recruiting processes for the branch, consistently fulfilling open orders and exceeding staffing goals

Organize high impact hiring events, leveraging community partnerships and digital platforms, attracting diverse candidate pools

Eastridge Workforce Solutions I Las Vegas, NV Talent Acquisition Manger

2022 - 2024

Provided strategic leadership-overseeing6 direct reports within the staffing agency, servicing 30+ clients in manufacturing and distribution

Directed and managed full cycle recruiting processes for the branch, consistently fulfilling open orders and exceeding staffing goals

Oversaw staffing of 100+ candidates per month, collectively-achieving 100% of quotas, month-over-month

Organized high impact hiring events, leveragingcommunity partnerships and digital platforms, attracting diverse candidate pools and

Built exceptional customer relationships, providing effective resolution to concerns and inquiries, driving customer satisfaction by 20%

Spearheaded innovative recruitment strategies, filling open positions 25% faster than industry average

Implemented learning and development initiatives for team members, enhancing skill sets and retaining top talent

Managed and drove efforts to reach profit, performance, and customer service goals in alignment with manager directives

Led branch operations during manager's absence, ensuring seamless continuity of operations and maintaining high service standards

Eastridge Workforce Solutions I Las Vegas, NV 2018 - 2022

Account Manager

Managed an advanced ATS system, streamlining the full-cycle recruitment process andsignificantly improving operational efficiency

Led end-to-end recruitment, including internal hiring, conducting a comprehensive selection process from sourcing, and identifying qualified candidates to setting up and preparing candidates for interviews

Successfully placed $535K in salaries and brought to the company $107K in fees within 6 months

Reduced turnover rate from 67% to 43% by helping the manager to implement improved retention strategies

Fostered robust client relationships to enhance business growth, consistently delivering highly qualified candidates

Successfully placed a multitude of candidates with diverse clients, contributing to their conversion to full-time placements

Led critical pre-employment screening processes, including background checks, drug tests, and reference checks, ensuring compliance

Collaborated with the Branch Manager to devise and implement innovative strategies for businessexpansion, leading to significant growth

Implemented comprehensive training programs for new employees, enhancing workforce competence and productivity

The Venetian I Las Vegas, NV Stewarding Coordinator

2015 - 2018

Managed administrative duties, including payroll processing for a diverse team of nearly 300 employees, flex time approvals, scheduling, and all HR-related issues such as FMLA and workers' compensation, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations

Oversaw temporary employee expenses and schedules in close collaboration with external agencies, leading to reduced labor costs

Executed comprehensive expense tracking across department, encompassing temporary labor, chemical product, and operating expenses

Spearheaded monthly operating expense reports, providing an in-depth analysis of financial performance to aid strategic decision-makingp

Acted as a key collaborator with the Director, analyzing and justifying departmental expenses at the end of each month

Nurtured cross-departmental relationships, ensuring timely product delivery and averting potential shortages

Assisted the Director of Stewarding in scrutinizing departmental expenses, highlighting areas of potential savings

Developed a communication bridge with other departments, fostering an environment of cooperation and mutual support

Flamingo Las Vegas I Las Vegas, NV Beverage Shift Manager

2014- 2015

Led a beverage team of 60+ employees per shift, ensuring seamless operations, high morale, and a harmonious working environment

Streamlined employee scheduling processes, effectively addressing scheduling issues such as sick leaves and absences, maintaining optimal staffing levelsat all times, and ensuring uninterrupted service

Collaborated with HR teams on employee-relatedissues to determine optimal outcomes and course of actions for each case

Managed floor coverage, adapting to real-time changes and ensuring superior guest service and satisfaction, and promoting the brand

Played a crucial role in human resources management within the Beverage Department, handling everything from recruitment and onboarding to employee development, contributing to a high-retention, high-performance team

Implemented and enforced robust policies and procedures, contributing to the department's efficiency and regulatory compliance

Managed payroll for the Beverage Department, ensuring accurate payments, contributing to reduced payroll-related discrepancies

Cultivated a customer-centric service approach, achieving high customer satisfaction levels and repeat business 21

PrideStaff I Las Vegas, NV Recruiter

Collaborated with owner of the company to launch a new branch-established relationships with 15+ new clients

2012 - 2014

Streamlined recruitment for administrative and manufacturing roles using advanced online systems, optimizing candidate quality through strategic cold calling and referrals-staffing 20+ candidates on a monthly basis

Orchestrated a seamless candidate experience, handling pre-screening, inteNiew preparation, and comprehensive orientation

Conducted meticulous research and efficient requisition handling, aligning recruitment strategies with organizational objectives

Administered an effective onboarding process, handling document generation, inputting new hire data, and ensuring compliance

Oversaw work order creation and candidate placement, ensuring accurate alignment with client requirements and candidate capabilities

Successfully sourced candidates through a combination of methods including cold calls, referrals, and online research

Trained new hires with a comprehensive induction program, contributing to the professional growth and enhancing team performance

Kimco Staffing I Assistant Recruiter

Anderson Audio Visual I Administrative Assistant Traci McCarty and Associates I Executive Recruiter

Previous Experience

Lake Forest, CA

lrvine,CA Las Vegas, NV

Las Vegas Hilton (Caesars Entertainment) I Recruiter

Las Vegas Hilton (Caesars Entertainment) I Beverage Porter Shift Supervisor - Paris Las Vegas

Las Vegas, NV Las Vegas, NV

Education

Occidental University-Culiacan, Sinaloa, Mexico I Bachelor of Science: Business Administration / Minor: Finance

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