Talent Acquisition Senior Recruiter

Denel Sims

Columbus, OH **********@*****.*** 614-***-****

Career Summary

Innovative Professional with over 10 years of progressive experience in full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement. Known for improving organizational efficiency and proficiency in collaborating with corporate, and public-sector environments.

Qualified by experience in position of increasing responsibility; developing individual skills, vision and mission. Background includes consistent record of achievement in the following areas:

Talent Acquisition Employee Engagement Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Conflict Resolution

Labor Law (EEOC, I-9, FMLA) Training & Development Payroll & Benefits Administration

Union Relations Retention Strategy Recruiting HRIS Systems (ADP, Ceridian Dayforce)

Records Management Employment Verification & Background Checks Strategic Sourcing

Payroll Systems ADP Kronos Oracle HCM

Areas of Specialty

Successfully filled 200+ requisitions in a high-volume hiring project

Improved DEI hiring by 20% through recruitment strategies

Reduced onboarding time by 15%

Cutting administrative time by 40%

Guaranteed 100% compliance in onboarding for unionized employees

Education

Ø Liberal Arts (Some College) – Lake Michigan College, Benton Harbor, MI

ØHigh School Diploma – Benton High School, Benton Harbor, MI

ØIndiana University, South Bend, IN--- Certificate in Procurement

ØSHRM Certification (Pursuing and Anticipate completion 2025)

Work Experience

2024 to Present: HR Coordinator / Onboarding Specialist (Contractor), Thayer Power &Communication, Pataskala, OH

Administer HR processes including benefits, compliance, and employee relations.

Facilitate onboarding and workforce integration

Ensure compliance of collective bargaining agreements and labor regulations.

Develop and implement inclusive HR policies and DEI initiatives.

Oversee employee training and engagement programs employee satisfaction

Maintain accurate HR documentation and reports for audits and compliance

July 2024-October 2024 Senior Recuiter, Victoria’s Secret, Columbus Ohio

Led High-Volume Recruitment for seasonal and permanent employees .

Managed ATS processes and Tracked job postings.

Developed Campaigns for Job Fairs

Coordinated and Conducted Interviews

Reduced administrative overhead by 30% through ATS process improvements.

Supported and Implemented Diversity and Inclusive hiring strategies for better workforce representation.

July 2022-July 2024 Senior Recruiter (Contractor) for Air Swift (Marmon Rail/UTLX)

Developed sourcing strategies for technical and leadership roles in manufacturing.

Led inclusive hiring efforts in alignment with DEI goals.

Conducted full-cycle recruitment and maintained compliance standards.

Partnered with stakeholders to understand evolving workforce needs.

Tracked and reported hiring metrics to improve pipeline and candidate quality.

Created and promoted employer branding initiatives.

Increased diverse hires by 20% through inclusive recruitment strategies.

Reduced time-to-fill by 15% using data-driven sourcing and outreach.

Built a robust talent pipeline through LinkedIn and industry networking.

Enhanced candidate experience, resulting in stronger retention rates.

Drove a 20% increase in applications via employer branding campaigns.

April 2021 – July 2022 Recruiting Manager (Contractor) for JAS Forwarding, Atlanta, Ga

Oversaw recruitment operations for logistics and supply chain functions.

Designed and executed strategic sourcing plans tailored to business units.

Analyzed talent market trends to influence hiring practices and compensation.

Collaborated with executives to align recruiting with growth strategies.

Enhanced ATS automation for improved candidate communication and scheduling.

Conducted competitive intelligence research on hiring trends and salary benchmarks.

Boosted time-to-fill efficiency by 25% through recruitment process optimization.

Improved candidate engagement by 30% with customized acquisition strategies.

Reduced administrative load by 40% through ATS automation.

Strengthened employer brand through improved candidate and client experience.

Provided talent insights that supported long-term workforce planning.

September 2018 – August 2020, Human Resources Coordinator Sadie G. Mays Health & Rehab Center, Atlanta, GA

Handled full-cycle HR administrative tasks including payroll and benefits support.

Coordinated recruitment, interviews, and onboarding for medical staff.

EEOC COORDINATOR-Ensured HR practices complied with EEOC guideline.

Managed and updated employee records and HRIS data.

Supported employee engagement and workplace improvement programs.

Provided actionable HR data insights to leadership.

Developed HR reporting tools that influenced key business decisions.

October 2015 – September 2018, ON SITE MANAGER for Employ Source Temp Solutions, Naperville, IL

Managed recruitment for warehouse and light industrial roles.

Developed relationships with client partners to deliver tailored staffing

Coordinated pre-employment checks and new hire orientation.

Conducted site visits and client meetings to assess staffing effectiveness.

Tracked recruitment performance metrics and process improvements.

Ensured legal and safety compliance in all hiring practices.

Increased productivity by 40% through targeted hiring strategies.

Improved time-to-hire by 15% by streamlining sourcing and onboarding.

Boosted retention by implementing structured new hire integration programs.

Enhanced client satisfaction through personalized workforce planning.

Conducted audits that resulted in improved adherence to SLAs and compliance

Certifications and Volunteering

E-Verification & I-9 Program

Sexual Harassment Prevention

Workers' Compensation

Microsoft Office—Word, Excel, Outlook

Dress for Success Columbus – Supported job readiness programs and coordinated donation intake and client fittings.

Goodwill Training Program – Assisted with employment training workshops and resume development services.

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