Human Resource Resources

Anitra L. Williams

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Human Resource Professional

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dedicated and results-driven HR and Administrative Professional with a Master’s Degree in Leadership & Human Resource Development and over 5 years of progressive experience in administrative support and full-cycle recruitment. Recognized for strong organizational skills, professional integrity, adaptability, and a proactive approach to multitasking in fast-paced environments. Eager to contribute proven skills and a growth mindset to a dynamic Human Resources or Administrative role.

HIGHLIGHTS

Full-Cycle Recruitment

Data and Metric Reporting

High Volume Recruiting

Talent Sourcing Strategies

Training and Development

Process Improvement

Interviewing and Hiring Decisions

ATS Tools: Paycom, ADP RM, Salesforce

Leadership and Team Collaboration

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SENIOR RECRUITER – Student Conservation Association

Student Conservation Association Arlington, VA (Remote) 06/2021-Present

Drove a 21% increase in qualified diverse candidates in the talent pipeline (42 in 2023 to 51 in 2024) and boosted diverse hires by 50% (6 to 9) through inclusive recruitment strategies and strategic outreach.

Recruited 158 candidates in 2023 and scaled talent acquisition efforts to 222 high-quality applicants in 2024—a 40% increase in volume year-over-year.

Placed 97 hires across 71 conservation teams, enhancing program delivery and supporting mission-aligned staffing across nationwide projects.

Facilitated structured intake meetings with hiring managers to establish 90-day recruitment timelines, align expectations, set offer deadlines, and reduce backfills through improved planning.

Increased job visibility by posting positions across multiple external job boards, attracting a broader and more diverse pool of qualified candidates.

Successfully assisted with the training of contractors (temporary recruiters/ recruiting assistants who are now permanent employees.

Updated standard operating procedures (SOPs) to align with current best practices in leader recruitment, improving process efficiency and consistency.

Appointed to manage elite recruiting over leadership roles and successfully recruited qualified candidates in leadership roles for the full year of assignment.

RECRUITER – Aston Carter (Aerotek)

Aerotek Recruiting and Staffing Elkridge, MD 04/2021-05/2021.

Identified qualified candidates through various recruiting and sourcing tools such as job postings, Connected©, and LinkedIn.

Conducted initial screenings and interviewed qualified candidates using the Cisco Jabber communications tool.

Designed and implemented effective recruiting strategies by searching for candidates based on customer requirements.

Worked closely with the Account Manager to identify top candidates by targeting skill sets, and key employer specifications.

Established and maintained relationships with multiple clients in order to collect requirements in order to generate referrals and leads.

Performed various customer service-related tasks such as responding to general inquiries via email or phone and scheduling meetings or interviews.

Assessed applicants’ education, skills, and experience by effectively applying advanced screening techniques.

ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR 4 - The Head Start Collaboration Office

Louisiana Department of Education Baton Rouge, LA 12/19/2016-03/22/2019

Served as the Program Director as the single point of contact for the Head Start Collaboration Office for 2.5 + years with minimal supervision.

Compiled student and teacher performance data and prepared monthly administrative status reports to be reviewed by the Head Start Association Board.

Collaborated with the Program Director throughout the preparation and completion of the annual state grant proposals.

Conducted the analysis and evaluation of academic performance and demographic-based data to assess the effectiveness of the State program to justify fiscal budget requirements.

Submitted State government inventory and adhered to property guidelines by applying attention to detail and ensuring the accountability of all assigned property.

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISOR 2 – Early Childhood Communications (ECC) Center

Louisiana Department of Education Baton Rouge, LA 05/09/2016 -12/16/2016

Supported the launch of the ECC program pilot which became a permanent and fully funded division.

Increased staff productivity by over 50% by demonstrating accountability for the proper execution and compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines while leveraging effective teamwork strategies.

Coordinated meetings with senior management to provide recommendations based on effective reasoning and analysis of compiled data and reports that aided the achievement of daily operational goals and objectives.

Performed all hiring and recruitment duties (screenings, interviews, background checks, hiring, and onboarding newly hired candidates).

Conducted weekly routine training on department policies, procedures, and guidelines for newly hired personnel as administratively required by senior management.

ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR 2 – Early Childhood Communications (ECC) Center

Louisiana Department of Education Baton Rouge, LA 08/17/2015 -05/06/2016

Served as a call center service representative with direct access to Childcare Assistance Program (CCAP) Household Eligibility systems.

Successfully answered and corresponded to all phone calls from stakeholders and the public regarding education benefits and application approvals in a high-stress environment.

Performed routine clerical duties in support of all staff members and daily operations.

Executed routine filing of documents, maintained filing systems, and copied and distributed correspondence, reports, and other documents.

STUDENT WORKER PAYROLL SPECIALIST – Southern University Payroll Department

Southern University A&M College Baton Rouge, LA 09/09/2013-05/01/2015

Conducted administrative duties (filing timesheets) while supporting day-to-day payroll operations.

Diligently executed regulatory procedures to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of all payroll records.

Performed regular secretarial duties such as handling requests and inquiries via phone and email as well as redirecting inquiries to appropriate personnel.

EDUCATION

M.S. in LEADERSHIP & HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT

Louisiana State University Online

Graduation Date: 10 MARCH 2020

GPA: 4.1

B.S. in BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

Southern University A&M College

Graduation Date: 15 MAY 2015

GPA: 3.0

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