Dianne M. Sawyer
Richmond, TX 281-***-**** *************@*****.*** LinkedIn
Strategic Talent Acquisition Leader
Strategic Talent Acquisition Leader
10+ years of success hiring top talent across healthcare, energy, education, and professional services. Expert in building pipelines, reducing time-to-hire, and aligning recruiting with business goals. Passionate about delivering exceptional candidate experiences under tight deadlines. Core Competencies
• Core Competencies: Full-Cycle Recruiting, Talent Strategy, Workforce Planning, Diversity & Inclusion, Passive Sourcing, Talent Pipeline Development, Training & Facilitation, Employer Branding, Project Management
• ATS: Workday, UltiPro, Talent Connect, LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed for Employers Professional Experience
Texas State Technical College Oct 2023 - Apr 2025
Senior Recruiter Remote
• Recruited technical faculty/staff across 11 campuses, aligning talent strategy with TSTC's mission.
• Sourced, interviewed, and hired candidates for academic, administrative, and technical positions, improving departmental efficiency and team performance.
• Partnered with leadership to develop hiring strategies for current and future needs.
• Revised and optimized job postings across multiple platforms to attract quality candidates.
• Built pipelines using LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and professional associations, ensuring a steady flow of qualified candidates for various roles.
The Ohio State University Jul 2021 - Sep 2023
Talent Acquisition Consultant - Remote Columbus, Ohio
• Managed full-cycle recruitment for Administrative & Planning and the Comprehensive Cancer Center at Wexner Medical Center, resulting in a more efficient hiring process and improved candidate quality.
• Partnered with hiring managers to define role requirements and sourcing strategies, leading to more accurate candidate matches and successful hires.
• Collaborated with HR partners to streamline hiring processes and improve communication, enhancing overall recruitment efficiency and candidate experience.
• Trained leaders on Workday Recruiter, improving efficiency and reducing time-to-fill.
• Negotiated offers and coordinated onboarding to ensure smooth candidate transitions. US Physical Therapy Apr 2021 - Jul 2021
Corporate Recruiter (Contract) Houston, TX
• Recruited for high-volume clinical and corporate roles across 40+ states.
• Sourced passive talent using strategic networking and online platforms, scheduled interviews efficiently, and negotiated offers to secure top candidates.
Spectrum Health Nov 2020 - Feb 2021
Healthcare Recruiter (Remote-Contract) Grand Rapids, MI
• Filled over 50 clinical positions for COVID-19 vaccination staffing projects, ensuring timely staffing to support public health initiatives.
• Trained teams on Workday Recruiter; facilitated hiring leader training via Teams.
• Managed onboarding, offers, and pre-employment screenings using Workday, ensuring a smooth transition for new hires and compliance with company standards.
ChampionX (Oil & Gas Chemicals) Jan 2019 - May 2020 Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist Sugar Land, TX
• Recruited nationwide for Sales, Engineering, and Lab roles, improving diversity by 20%.
• Reduced time-to-fill by 25% through building a robust candidate pipeline with evergreen postings (Workday).
• Supported DEI hiring and college internship programs, enhancing the company's talent pipeline and inclusivity. Brookwoods Group 2018
Recruiting Manager Houston, TX
• Managed agency recruiting across multiple industries; achieved 90% placement rate.
• Enhanced company brand recognition through professional networking targeting industry-specific professional organiza- tions, leading to increased visibility and engagement with candidates and employers. AIG 2018 - 2018
Corporate Recruiter (Contract) Houston, TX
• Recruited candidates for finance, actuarial, marketing/communications, and corporate operations roles nationwide using LinkedIn Recruiter, enhancing the talent pipeline and filling positions efficiently.
• Partnered with hiring managers on sourcing strategies and candidate profiles. Memorial Hermann Healthcare System 2014 - 2016
Corporate Recruiter Houston, TX
• Filled over 100 roles across corporate and clinical functions, contributing to improved team performance and operational efficiency.
• Organized targeted job fairs to attract niche talent, enhancing the diversity and quality of candidates in the recruitment pipeline
• Optimized hiring metrics using Workday ATS, leading to faster recruitment cycles and improved candidate experience. Workforce Solutions-Employer Services 2013 - 2014
Business Consultant Houston, TX
• Facilitated connections between employers in Houston and technical/professional talent, enhancing workforce planning and employer branding.
The Art Institute of Houston 2004 - 2012
Senior Career Services Recruiter Houston, TX
• Achieved 90%+ graduate placement rate in diverse industries, exceeding benchmarks. Education
University of Houston, Houston, TX
B.A., Psychology