Mechanical Engineering Human Resources
Resume:
Sophie Glasgow Kingson
Strategic Recruiter
Asheville, NC
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Professional Summary
For the last 15 years, I have been a full cycle recruiter in the disciplines of medicine, physicians, RN's, pharmacists,biotechnology, medical devices, architecture, electrical and mechanical engineering, infrastructure and water/waste water. My experience includes executive and corporate recruiting for three of the largest international consulting A/E firms.
• I specialize in recruitment of passive candidates at the mid to upper management level.
• My commitment to and understanding of the needs of both candidates and hiring managers resulted in key hire placements with a very high level of retention.
• I have particular expertise in recruiting candidates for overseas positions and was very successful in making placements in Afghanistan, Liberia and Iraq.
• Each year with TetraTech, Inc., I achieved over one million dollars in placements in the management and executive sectors, which translated into a significant increase in the company's revenues.
• I am proficient in using social networking methods (LINKEDIN, ZOOM, GOOGLE, etc.) to identify prospective candidates.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Strategic Recruiter
CSG-Delray Beach, FL
July 2012 to Present
My firm specializes in placing RN's,Physicians, Biotech and pharmaceutical representatives and other key medical candidates throughout the country.
The searches we conduct are for key accounts in hospitals, medical practices and firms nationally. Strategic Recruiter
CSG Council of State Governments-Remote
January 2021 to May 2025
Strategic Recruiter
Locate,screen and refer top talent to management who hires . Strategic Recruiter
TetraTech Inc
2007 to 2012
I established the first in-house recruiting function for the Engineering and Architectural Services Division of Tetra Tech Incorporated, which is an international company with 1300 employees and 320 offices. As a full cycle recruiter my responsibilities began with consultation with hiring manager sand through the end of the hiring process. In this capacity I was part of teams across divisions and in Human Resources, contributing to the definition of employment description, search criteria, hiring strategies, candidate screening and interviewing, reference checking and offer letters. The key to success was continuing close interaction with the candidates and hiring managers, developing trust and being an integral part of the entire process until an offer was given and accepted. Regional Recruiting Manager
MWH
2004 to 2007
With an emphasis in water and wastewater disciplines, I recruited for positions across the country, but was the sole recruiter for Florida. During my tenure with the company, MWH expanded to additional locations in Florida and I was actively involved in establishing their reputation in new markets. In addition to traditional techniques, I conducted college recruitment fairs and employed small business networking. As a result of these efforts the company now has a very active presence in western Florida. International Recruiter
URS
1999 to 2004
I was hired as the first recruiter for the Eastern Division to establish a recruiting business model for the company. We expanded from one recruiter to having recruiters for each of fifteen divisions. The role grew to include recruiting responsibilities across disciplines including A/E, Science W/W and Infrastructure in the U.S. and internationally.
Executive Recruiter
Management Recruiters Inc
1996 to 1999
I established relationships with companies in the medical and engineering disciplines including biotechnology and devices. The process included developing knowledge of companies' employment needs and creating comprehensive relationships with candidates to fill these opportunities. I was extremely effective at convincing both the executives and the passive candidates to trust that the opportunity was real and that I was reliable.
President
Human Dynamics Inc
1986 to 1996
I cultivated new relationships with national companies including Humana, PacifiCare and Chrysler, for whom I implemented training programs in customer service, high performance team work, attitude development and selling. As the facilitator, I conducted ongoing training sessions that served to change the culture in the company.
Education
B.S.
State University of New York at Buffalo-Buffalo, NY Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Interviewing
• Negotiation
• Human Resources
• Writing Skills
• Talent Acquisition
• Employee Orientation
• Recruiting
• English
• Interpretation
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