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Talent Acquisition Specialist with IBM RPO Experience

Location:
Irving, TX
Posted:
March 20, 2026

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DUSTIN ATTAWAY

*** ********** *****

Coppell, TX 75019

******.*******@*****.***

214-***-****

EDUCATION

Texas A&M University, College Station, TX

Bachelor of Arts in Communication Graduation: May 2012

WORK EXPERIENCE

IBM, Dallas, TX (Remote) March 2021 – Present

Talent Acquisition Advisor – Talent Acquisition Optimization

Responsible for working with hiring managers and providing client satisfaction with IBM’s RPO services

Work closely with the client, IBM’s operation management, and staff

Define, develop, plan and implement recruiting strategies and provide a qualified candidate pool

Project management and recruiting experience to meet client satisfaction goals

Review, analyze, mentor and coach support teams to ensure recruiting goals are being met

Identify and implement new methods with the approach for sourcing of candidates and generating new leads

Use networking opportunities such as local community groups or professional associations to identify referrals for qualified candidates

Consult on timeline expectations and manage the requisition in line within it

Manage projects including: email marketing, partnering with professional and alumni associations, social media, and social activities

Track progress from screen, interview, offer, pre-employment requirements, and placement using ATS/HRIS system (Taleo, Genesis)

Lead Recruiter – Talent Acquisition Optimization December 2018 – June 2020

Responsible for working with hiring managers and providing client satisfaction with IBM’s RPO services

Work closely with the client, IBM’s operation management, and staff

Define, develop, plan and implement recruiting strategies and provide a qualified candidate pool

Project management and recruiting experience to meet client satisfaction goals

Review, analyze, mentor and coach support teams to ensure recruiting goals are being met

Identify and implement new methods with the approach for sourcing of candidates and generating new leads

Use networking opportunities such as local community groups or professional associations to identify referrals for qualified candidates

Consult on timeline expectations and manage the requisition in line within it

Manage projects including: email marketing, competitor organizational chart mapping, mapping professional and alumni associations, social media, cold calling, and social activities

Track progress from screen, interview, offer, pre-employment requirements, and placement using ATS/HRIS system (Taleo)

Behavioral Health Group, Dallas, TX (Remote) December 2020 – March 2021

Sr. Corporate Recruiter – HR & Talent Acquisition

The Sr. Corporate Recruiter is responsible for delivering all facets of the HR & Talent Acquisition process and success including development of recruitment plans, employing both traditional and innovative recruiting initiatives, and improving the image of the company brand

Full-cycle recruitment maintaining applicant records through applicant tracking system (Paycor), which include sourcing candidates and resumes, employment references, criminal checks, drug screens and other requirements based on job title and location

Work closely with hiring managers, executive leadership management, and human resources staff

Define, develop, plan and implement recruiting strategies and provide a qualified candidate pool

Review, analyze, mentor and coach hiring managers, support teams, and executive leadership to ensure recruiting goals are being met

Identify and implement new methods with the approach for sourcing of candidates and generating new leads

Post and update internal and external job postings according to high priority positions

Build applicant pipeline by researching and contacting colleges, employment agencies, recruiters, social media, and internet job boards

Use networking opportunities such as local community groups, colleges, or professional associations to identify referrals for qualified candidates

Represent the company at networking events such as: job fairs, hiring events, site visits, and other events as needed

Help leadership team with training and onboarding new employees

Track progress from screen, interview, offer, pre-employment requirements, and placement using ATS/HRIS system (Paycor, iCIMS)

FedEx Express, Dallas/Fort Worth, TX (Contract) October 2020 – November 2020

Sr. Recruitment Specialist – Talent Acquisition

Full-cycle recruitment specialist maintaining applicant records through applicant tracking system (Workday), which include employment references, criminal checks, drug screens and other requirements based on job title and location

Conduct behavioral interviews and new hire orientations ensuring applicants are properly screened, selected, and processed in a manner consistent with company philosophy and corporate selection of policy and procedure

Implement processes necessary for effective selection and the administration of tests as required

Organize and participate in governmental and company self-audits

Use networking opportunities such as local community groups, networking events, college job fairs, partnership with the Department of Labor, and professional associations to identify referrals for qualified candidates to promote brand name

Learned and implemented procedures for Human Resources employment laws using Homeland Security Procedure for SIDA Clearance and the USPS fingerprinting paperwork

Track progress from screen, interview, offer, pre-employment requirements, and placement using ATS/HRIS system (Workday)

THERAPY 2000, Dallas, TX February 2018 – February 2019

Sr. Corporate Recruiter – Talent Acquisition

The Sr. Corporate Recruiter is responsible for delivering all facets of the Talent Acquisition process and success including development of recruitment plans, employing traditional and innovative recruiting initiatives

Build applicant pipeline by researching and contacting colleges, employment agencies, recruiters, media, and internet job boards

Utilize social and professional networking sites to identify and source new candidates

Determine applicant qualifications by coordinating interview/screening applicants, analyzing responses, and verifying references

Communicate regularly with management and employees to establish rapport, gauge morale, and source new candidate leads

Track progress from screen, interview, offer, pre-employment requirements, and placement using ATS/HRIS system (AllPay, ADP)

ProCollect, Inc., Dallas, TX December 2017 – February 2018

Human Resources – Retention Specialist

Assist with the administration of the day to day operations and with implementation of services, policies, and programs through the HR Department recruiting and staffing

Schedule interviews, run employment verifications, attend job fairs

File appropriate paperwork with Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) and employee benefits programs on new claims

Maintain employee files in the HR filing system by database management and record keeping

Track progress from screen, interview, offer, pre-employment requirements, and placement using ATS/HRIS system (Workday)

Medestar Locums – THMED, LLC, Dallas, TX May 2013 – October 2017

Regional Director of Recruiting July 2015 – October 2017

Manage a team of 23 employees that maintains or exceeds performance standards

Create, implement, and sustain policies and procedures

Identify and formulate areas for improvement of team members and the division by devising strategies to improve performance

Lead, train, develop, and facilitate ongoing training sessions to enhance team member production either as a group or in one-on-one sessions

Maintain personal production above expected performance standards and responsibilities

Physician Recruiting Consultant May 2013 – July 2015

Match top physicians in all specialties with the nation’s leading healthcare facilities

Provide quality customer service with a thorough, experienced approach

Negotiate both monetary and administrative claims with physicians and respective clientele

Maintain and exceed personal production standards as stated in Fiscal Year financial strategies

Track progress from screen, interview, offer, and placement using ATS/HRIS system (Paycom, Talent Rover)

Johnson Service Group, Bedford, TX August 2012 – May 2013

Aerospace Engineer Recruiter

Start and complete the process of filling positions needed as expressed by clients

Search, recruit, and interview possible candidates throughout entire hiring process

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Sofar Sounds, Dallas, TX December 2016 – December 2019

Ambassador: Emcee, Show Lead, Culture Team, Artist Research Team

Coordinate venue and band management with City Director for 12 concerts each month

Emcee local concerts and be main point of contact for guests with any feedback and questions

Lead day-of-show activities and solve issues as they arise

Research and maintain database of bands that fit under the company culture to contact for future shows

Alex Lemonade Stand Foundation, Dallas, TX January 2016 – October 2017

Fundraiser/Culture Team

Work directly with other members of THMED LLC assigned to Fundraising/Culture Team to formulate opportunities to raise money for Childhood Cancer Research and Awareness

Contact and negotiate with potential sponsorships and sponsors on behalf of THMED

Exceeded 2016 allotted goal of $11K, by finishing the Fiscal Year with $21K in donations from employees, sponsors, and partnerships

Texas A&M University – Liberal Arts Student Council, College Station, TX August 2009 – May 2012

Marketing and Advertising Assistant

Worked in the Marketing and Advertising committee where our main job was to get the College of Liberal Arts name out across campus by creating fliers, posters, ads in the school newspaper, YouTube videos, and had a weekly radio program



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