Senior Recruiter

Monica Kim Richardson

Atlanta, GA

Phone: 678-***-**** Email: ***.***********@*****.*** LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/monica-kim-richardsont PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist with a keen eye for sourcing, identifying and managing top candidates throughout the full recruitment lifecycle. Skilled in developing effective hiring strategies and delivering a seamless interview-to-hire experience that aligns with company goals. SKILLS

High Volume Candidate Sourcing

Effective Interviewer

Onboarding & Employee Engagement

ATS Optimization

Relationship Building

Full Cycle Recruitment

Job Board Management

Networking

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Innovative People Solutions Atlanta, GA Mar 2021 – Current Senior Recruiter

Create strong candidate pipelines by sourcing passive and active candidates utilizing networking events, jobs boards, LinkedIn and Facebook for clients in Maryland, Florida and Colorado.

Ran 2 onsite recruitment events in Maryland for entry level cable installers.

Positions recruited include, satellite cable technicians, new home sales associates land acquisition management and construction superintendents.

Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with hiring managers and their teams with prompt follow up providing updates, and scheduling weekly meetings. Outlet Tent Sales Atlanta, GA Sep 2018 – Feb 2021 Human Resources Generalist

Managed end-to-end recruitment and training for entry-level to senior management roles for a high-end retail pop-up store, successfully operating across multiple cities in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Colorado, Tennessee and Mississippi.

Led employee relations initiatives, working closely with management to address workplace concerns, mediate conflicts, and maintain a positive organizational culture.

Streamlined onboarding for new hires, particularly focusing on integrating blue-collar employees and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

Maintained comprehensive employment records—covering hires, terminations, leaves, and promotions—in compliance with company policies and legal requirements. SA Recycling East Point, GA Jun 2017 – Aug 2018

Senior Recruiter

Drove end-to-end recruiting efforts for 17 sites across Georgia and Alabama, sourcing qualified candidates for roles including heavy equipment operators, welders, general laborers, office staff, and Safety Managers

Managed an average of 30–40 requisitions at any given time, consistently meeting hiring deadlines and maintaining a robust talent pipeline.

Worked closely with site managers and operational leaders to understand labor needs and develop effective hiring strategies tailored to the requirements of blue-collar teams.

Conducted 30–50 candidate interviews weekly, using structured screening methods to identify top-tier candidates.

Guided new hires through first-day paperwork, ensuring a smooth onboarding process and compliance with company policies.

New Experience Selma, AL Apr 2015 – May 2017

Human Resources Specialist

Managed all HR functions for employees and volunteers participating in Alternative Spring Break programs, supporting over 200 individuals annually in a large-scale, non-profit environment.

Coordinated HR processes for seasonal and temporary staff, including managing onboarding, training, performance evaluations, and maintaining accurate employment records.

Worked closely with the senior HR team to ensure smooth operational procedures for employees not directly working with students, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and labor laws.

Collaborated with national colleges to expand the organization’s diversity initiatives and increase participation in the Alternative Spring Break programs, enhancing workforce diversity and employee experience.

YP.com Tucker, GA Jan 2013 – Mar 2015

Sr. Recruiter

Recruited by YP.com to lead full-cycle recruitment for inside and outside sales representatives.

Successfully sourced, interviewed, and hired top sales talent for offices in Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia, Tennessee, Florida, Virginia, Washington, and Minnesota.

Built and maintained strong consultative partnerships with hiring managers to align recruitment efforts with business needs.

Leveraged a diverse range of sourcing strategies, including LinkedIn, The Ladders, Indeed, Twitter, About.me, Facebook, Bullhorn, and local/government networking initiatives.

Directed recruitment operations for digital media sales consultant roles across the East Coast, ensuring timely and quality hires in a competitive market.

Comcast Alpharetta, GA Feb 2012 – Jan 2013

Recruiter

Served as a contracted recruiter for Comcast, supporting talent acquisition for a 240-person tele sales department by consistently maintaining a strong candidate pipeline.

Executed targeted recruitment strategies by building partnerships with local colleges and universities (e.g., Georgia State University, Emory University, Morehouse College) and nonprofit organizations (e.g., Year Up, Jewish Family & Career Services) to source qualified part-time tele sales representatives.

Organized and coordinated career fairs in collaboration with the Department of Labor and academic institutions to increase brand visibility and attract talent.

Conducted high-volume screening, averaging 45–73 candidate interviews weekly, to identify top talent efficiently.

Utilized SAP Applicant Tracking System to manage and track candidate progress throughout the hiring process.

EDUCATION

Appalachian State University, Boone, NC Bachelor of Arts SYSTEMS/ TECHNOLOGY

Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, JD Edwards, PeopleSoft, HR Smart, Ceridian, Oracle, NACELink (Simplicity), SIGI 3, Focus 2, Career Shift, Taleo, ADP, Citrix and SAP

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