Talent Acquisition Corporate Recruiter

Angela B. Harrison

Passionate Talent Acquisition Leader / Manager / Trainer

*******************@*****.*** • 952-***-**** • Shakopee, MN

Professional Summary

Dynamic and versatile talent acquisition leader with a proven track record of partnering with organizations across diverse sectors—including Information Technology (IT), Engineering, Finance, Corporate & Administration, Manufacturing & Skilled Trades, Construction, Retail & Hospitality, Education & Nonprofit, and Logistics & Supply Chain—to secure top-tier talent. Adept at sourcing both blue-collar and white-collar professionals, optimizing hiring strategies, and driving workforce excellence. Recognized for a relentless work ethic, influential leadership, and exceptional communication skills that consistently enhance organizational success.

Professional Experience

Regional Lead Recruiter

Maxim Crane Works (Remote – Wilder, KY)

Sep 2022 – Jul 2024

Executed large-scale, full-cycle recruitment initiatives across 60 states, streamlining hiring processes to secure high-caliber professionals.

Managed a 1,000-candidate pipeline with a 70% interview-to-offer rate through effective sourcing and coordination with 118 hiring managers.

Recruiting Consultant Contractor

Thurgood Marshall College Fund (Remote – Washington, DC)

Apr 2023 – Jan 2024

Orchestrated comprehensive talent acquisition initiatives for academic institutions, sourcing and evaluating candidates for internships, scholarships, and varied professional roles.

Independent Contractor – Recruitment Specialist

Johnson Brothers (Remote – Eagan, MN)

Jun 2022 – Sep 2022

Hired full-time blue- and white-collar professionals across regional locations, reducing requisition volume by 20% and delivering the company's strongest hiring results in four years.

Designed and launched a retention program in high-turnover sites, significantly enhancing workforce stability.

Independent Contractor – Technical Recruiter

Micro Control (Remote – Eagan, MN

Nov 2021 – May 2022

Recruited and placed top-tier IT and technical talent—including Software Engineers, Electronic Technicians, Electrical Engineers, Electronic-Mechanical Assemblers (I, II, III), Electrical Assemblers, Quality Inspectors (Electronic), and Technical Sales Specialists—ensuring seamless workforce integration and operational excellence.

Lead Logistic Recruiter / Trainer

Dart Transit (Remote – Eagan, MN)

Aug 2017 – Nov 2021

Redesigned interview protocols by integrating behavioral-based questions and specialized recruitment training to optimize candidate evaluation.

Set new hiring records by onboarding 22 drivers in a single month—surpassing company benchmarks on two occasions.

Revamped new hire onboarding processes, significantly improving employee integration and retention.

Recruiting Sales Manager / Trainer

Strategic Consultants for Lifeline Program (Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota)

Feb 2013 – May 2017

Led and coached a team of 40 managers and 260 field representatives, driving Minnesota’s sales rankings to the top nationwide within two years.

Enhanced recruitment and training strategies that resulted in a 30% growth in the candidate pipeline.

Expanded local partnerships in Illinois, securing the highest number of business relationships in company history.

Key Competencies

Full-Cycle Recruitment & Talent Sourcing

Interview Protocol Design & Training

Candidate Pipeline Management

Workforce Integration & Retention Initiatives

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership

Strategic Partnership Development

Education

Chicago State University, Chicago Illinois, Business Management

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