Talent Acquisition Human Resources
Resume:
D'Valarie Travis-Taylor
Atlanta, GA 770-***-**** **************@*****.*** LinkedIn
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
High-performing HR leader with 20+ years of experience driving global talent and people strategies. Proven in partnering with
senior leadership to deliver strategic HR support, improve employee engagement, and align talent initiatives with business objectives. Recognized for building high-impact teams and managing complex change in fast-paced environments.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
•Professional Skills: Talent Acquisition Management, Staff & Organizational Development, Employee Relations, Retention & Suc- cession Planning, Onboarding, Training & Development, Data Governance/Management
•Technical Skills: Video Interviewing Software (HireVue, Skype Business, Google Hangout, Zoom), MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint), Proprietary ATS Software Applications (Taleo, Workday, ApplicantPro, Tempus, Recruitmax, Abso, Virtual Edge, iCIMS), HRIS (ADP, Workday, Kronos, Global View, HR Online, Hire Right)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
EMIJAY'S Nov 2021 - Present
Human Resources Consultant Douglasville, GA
•Developed and implemented HR policies in compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, aligning them with strategic talent priorities.
•Conducted leadership and compliance training programs to enhance employee engagement and performance management.
•Partnered with senior leadership to design and execute workforce planning strategies that supported change management and business objectives.
•Directed full-cycle recruitment efforts that reduced time-to-fill by 25% and improved talent retention by 15%, while ensuring a seamless candidate experience.
•Led a company-wide performance management program that increased employee engagement and provided coaching to align performance with strategic goals.
Gate Gourmet, Inc. Apr 2023 - Jan 2025
Human Resources Generalist/Frontline Recruiting Manager Atlanta, GA
Supported multiple locations by delivering HR solutions that aligned with diverse operational needs and business objectives.
•Collaborated with local and regional management to develop and execute HR initiatives and talent programs that enhanced employee satisfaction and retention.
•Prepared and delivered accurate weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc reports to support strategic decision-making and transparent communi- cations.
•Partnered with Operations and key functions to design and administer programs that bolstered employee engagement and retention.
•Managed the full recruitment process for hourly production roles, establishing baseline goals and ensuring a positive candidate experience.
•Facilitated training initiatives and provided strategic input on content and approach to support frontline leadership in coaching and resolving employee disputes.
•Interpreted company policies and ensured compliance with local, state, and federal laws while mediating employee disputes and union grievances.
Micromeritics Instrument Corporation, Emijay's Cosmetics, The NuResource LLC Feb 2012 - Apr 2023
Independent HR Business Partner HR Generalist Talent Acquisition Manager
•Driving internal strategies and human resources functions to support employee retention.
•Providing policy interpretation and ensuring accurate and consistent application of all company policies and procedures.
•Training frontline managers on best practices to ensure robust and consistent evaluation of all candidates.
•Designed and implemented successful employee relations programs, policies, and procedures.
•Onboarding new employees and contractors.
•Developed and Implemented HR policies and procedures.
•Partnered with operations and management to identify needs.
•Designed and successfully implemented talent acquisition for both local and international clients.
Emergency Medicine Scribe Systems Aug 2011 - Feb 2012
Remote Regional Recruiter (contract) El Segundo, CA
•Developing and implementing recruiting plans.
•Identifying and implementing effective recruiting strategies.
•Drive offer process, partnering with hiring managers, Compensation, HR, and Orientation teams.
•Conducting on campus recruiting efforts.
•Preparing candidate marketing profiles.
•Train and coach managers and interviewers on best practices to ensure robust and consistent evaluation of all candidates.
•Overseeing the activity of two junior recruiters.
•Increasing the company's presence in various markets.
•Developing and maintaining external relationships that provided referrals of candidates.
•Building successful candidate profiles.
•Clarifying required job skills and competencies.
•Utilizing the best sourcing strategies and techniques for each job category.
•Ensuring a smooth new hire process for new and existing candidates.
•Reviewing and validating all incoming documents.
•Accurately classifying, filing, distributing, and entering the documents into the database according to established procedures.
•Communicating the receipt of time sensitive documents.
•Responding to all internal and external inquiries regarding the validity and receipt of documents.
Rhumbline Staffing Mar 2007 - Jun 2011
Senior Recruiter Los Angeles, CA
•Servicing and expanding key client accounts.
•Facilitate and lead meetings and key initiatives and projects with recruiting team and client groups.
•Identifying and implementing effective recruiting strategies.
•Workforce planning.
•Representing the company at events, conferences, and symposia.
•Developing recruitment plans to meet client's needs.
•Creating relationships with colleges and diverse professional organizations to attract and recruit alumni and diversity candidates.
•Monitoring the progress of on-boarding and acting as the main contact for all issues related to new hire process.
•Continuously provide professional assistance for each new on-boarding requirement.
•Ensure that all required on-boarding paperwork is complete and filed.
EDUCATION
University of California, Los Angeles
Paralegal Training Program
California State University, Northridge
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
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