Technical Recruiter: Sourcing & Diversity Expert
Resume:
Cedric Hayes
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Highly skilled and results-driven technical recruiter with extensive experience sourcing and hiring top-tier talent for leading technology companies
Professional Summary
Results-oriented Technical Recruiter with proven expertise in sourcing elite technical talent across the Silicon Valley ecosystem. Demonstrated success leveraging advanced sourcing strategies including boolean searches, LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, and social media to build robust talent pipelines. Proficient with major ATS platforms including Greenhouse, Bullhorn, iCIMS, Jobvite, and Lever. Passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion with a track record of building high-performing, diverse teams.
Professional Experience
Payroll City Of Oakland Oakland, CA January 2024
Processed bi-weekly payroll for over 645 Oakland Public Works employees across multiple departments using Oracle HRMS, ensuring accuracy and compliance with city policies and union agreements
Reviewed and verified employee timesheets, identifying and correcting discrepancies related to hours worked, overtime, leave balances, and bilingual pay
Managed complex pay codes including BLH (bilingual pay), overtime calculations, supervisor changes, reroutes, and department transfers
Responded to employee inquiries regarding paychecks, deductions, tax withholdings, and benefits, providing clear and professional communication
Collaborated with supervisors and HR to resolve payroll issues, including overpayments, underpayments, and missing documentation
Maintained confidential employee payroll records and ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Prepared and distributed payroll reports for departmental review and auditing purposes
Assisted with year-end payroll processes including W-2 preparation and reconciliation
Identified inefficiencies in payroll processes and recommended improvements to enhance accuracy and workflow
Provided payroll support during high-volume periods, including open enrollment and fiscal year-end close
TECHNICAL SKILLS PAYROLL
Payroll Systems: PeopleSoft, Oracle HCM, ADP, Kronos Timekeeping
Software: Microsoft Excel (advanced), Word, Outlook, Access
Compliance Knowledge: FMLA, FLSA, ACA, FICA, California Labor Code
Reporting: Crystal Reports, SQL queries, payroll analytic
Technical Recruiter Google Mountain View, CA March 2022 - Present
Developed and executed comprehensive sourcing strategies for engineering roles, resulting in a 30% increase in qualified candidate pipeline
Utilized advanced boolean search techniques and LinkedIn Recruiter to identify and engage passive candidates with specialized skill sets
Leveraged GitHub and social media platforms to discover and connect with open-source contributors and industry influencers
Implemented diversity and inclusion initiatives, leading to a 20% increase in diverse hires
Collaborated with hiring managers to define role requirements and develop effective interview processes
Utilized Gem to engage and nurture passive talent pools
Technical Recruiter Meta (Facebook) Menlo Park, CA March 2019 - February 2022
Sourced and recruited top-tier software engineers, data scientists, AI/ML specialists, and product managers for critical projects
Implemented innovative sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter and social media platforms, resulting in a 25% reduction in time-to-fill
Utilized Bullhorn to manage candidate pipelines and track recruitment metrics
Proactively identified and engaged passive candidates through targeted outreach and networking events
Contributed to the development of employer branding initiatives to attract top talent
Technical Recruiter Yahoo Sunnyvale, CA March 2016 - February 2019
Recruited for a variety of technical roles including DevOps engineers, security engineers, and backend developers
Used iCIMS to manage candidate workflows and generate recruitment reports
Conducted thorough candidate screenings and interviews to assess technical skills and cultural fit
Developed and maintained strong relationships with hiring managers and stakeholders
Technical Recruiter eBay San Jose, CA March 2013 - February 2016
Sourced and recruited for specialized e-commerce engineering roles
Utilized Jobvite to streamline the recruitment process and improve candidate tracking
Implemented data-driven recruiting strategies to optimize candidate sourcing and selection
Focused on improving candidate experience and reducing time-to-hire
Technical Recruiter Uber San Francisco, CA March 2010 - February 2013
Recruited for rapidly expanding engineering teams, focusing on mobile development and backend systems
Leveraged Lever to manage candidate pipelines and track recruitment metrics
Developed and implemented targeted sourcing strategies to attract top talent in a competitive market
Collaborated with engineering teams to understand technical requirements and ensure a strong cultural fit
Skills & Expertise
Sourcing Tools: LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Gem, Boolean Search, Social Media Sourcing
Applicant Tracking Systems: Greenhouse, Bullhorn, iCIMS, Jobvite, Lever
Technical Knowledge: Software engineering principles, data science, cloud technologies
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication, relationship building, negotiation
Diversity & Inclusion: Proven ability to build diverse and inclusive teams
Data Analysis: Track and analyze recruitment metrics to optimize processes
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