Cassandra James
Lithonia, GA • ***********@*****.*** • 470-***-**** • LinkedIn
TALENT ACQUISITION PROFESSIONAL
Effective recruiter with expertise qualifying high-caliber candidates within both agency and in house settings. Results focused commitment to achieving retention and KPI targets. Solid ability to source and pipeline candidates through traditional and non-traditional methods including social media. Proven expertise in:
• Talent Assessment and Acquisition • Candidate Generation
• ATS and Recruiting Software • Staffing and Outsourcing
• Applicant Sourcing
• Employee Relations
• Project Management
• Process Improvements
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
T.H.R.I.V.E. Christian Academy- Tucker GA
Administrative Assistant August 2023 - Present
Provided essential support to the school principal and other staff, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the school office. Handled a wide range of tasks, including curriculum, managing student records, handling communications, and providing clerical support. Primary responsibilities contribute to a welcoming and organized school environment and facilitate effective communication within the school community along with front office management.
Key Contributions:
●Student Records, Communication, Scheduling, Clerical Work, Records Keeping, Event Coordination, Compliance, Financial Management,
Spectrum Staffing- Duluth, GA
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist June 2021-2023
Managed 8+ clients in the Advanced Manufacturing/ Advanced Recruitment. Responsible for one or more programs and online systems for leave, timekeeping, benefit enrollment, position description, payroll for full time, direct hirers or agency placed associates, employee processing, new hire orientation, training, performance evaluations, workmen compensations, and more. Collaborated with hiring managers, staff and candidates
Key Contributions:
Averaged 90% across all requisitions while simultaneously managing a workforce of 100 associates. through strategic partnership with business leaders and 30/60/90-day reviews.
goTRG- Palmetto, GA
HR Liaison 2019- May 2021
Responsible for one or more programs and online systems for leave, timekeeping, benefit enrollment, position description, payroll for full time and agency placed associates, employee processing, new hire orientation, training, performance evaluations, workmen compensations, and more. Collaborated with hiring managers, staff and candidates to furnish support and coordinate phone screens, interviews and offers of employment.
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Key Contributions:
Averaged 90% across all requisitions while simultaneously managing a workforce of 100 associates. through strategic partnership with business leaders and 30/60/90-day reviews.
Cor Tech International– Atlanta, GA
Talent Acquisition Specialist, 2018 to 2019
Provided full cycle in house recruitment for roles across three manufacturing warehouses and corporate headquarters for temp to perm positions and/or payroll placement.
Served as lead recruiter with demonstrated success in forecasting, job design, and maintaining compliance with employment law and legislation. Managed internal job postings, utilized networking events, referrals and creative sourcing techniques to expand the existing pool of candidates. Assisted workforce with comprehension of expectations. Collaborated with hiring managers, staff and candidates to furnish support and coordinate phone screens, interviews and offers of employment.
Key Contributions:
Averaged 90% across all requisitions while simultaneously managing a workforce of 100 associates. through strategic partnership with business leaders and 30/60/90-day reviews.
Earned a monthly bonus the duration of tenure.
Acrobat Outsourcing – Atlanta, GA
Recruiter/Account Manager, 2016 to 2018
Worked in a dual role to support up to 15 accounts in the hospitality industry. Executed searches to recruit and attract potential hires and oversaw candidates through the full-cycle interview process. Managed internal job postings, utilized networking events, and referrals to expand the existing pool of candidates. Collaborated with hiring managers, staff and candidates to furnish support and coordinate phone screens, interviews and offers of employment.
Key Contributions:
Placed over 30 temps on a daily basis to ensure each client was fully staffed. Earned a monthly bonus the duration of tenure.
Remedy Intelligent Staffing– Cheektowaga, NY
Staffing Manager, 2014 to 2016
On-site Manager of Niagara Chocolate acting as the candidate point of contact for temp to perm warehouse and management roles.
Led successful operations in recruiting, hiring, training, orientation, payroll, problem resolution and employee relations management. Qualified candidates through background checks and drug screening. Managed pre-employment screening, interviewing and onboarding.
Key Contribution:
Placed over 100 temps within two months through strategic partnership with business leaders and 30/60/90-day reviews.
Buffalo Staffing– Buffalo, NY
Recruiter/Account Manager, 2011 to 2014
Staffed accounts in the NDT, Administrative, Medical and Light Industrial Industries.
Maintained a current database of all individuals in the staffing agency to monitor scheduling and logistics. Qualified candidates through background checks, verified license and drug screening. Managed pre-employment screening, interviewing and onboarding. Maintained payroll, per diem and travel coordinates for all temps.
Key Contribution:
Placed over 50 temps on a monthly basis to ensure each client was fully staffed.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Buffalo State College
Buffalo, NY
Paralegal Certification
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY
Workmen Compensation Certification