PATRICIA A. LASALLE

Houston, Texas *****

Home – 713-***-**** * Cell – 832-***-****

r6fu1n@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Results-oriented professional experienced in recruiting exempt and non-exempt level candidates for multiple client groups. Highly proficient in placing qualified candidates through direct sourcing, the Internet, referrals, career fairs and networking. Responsible in meeting deadlines and managing multiple tasks and schedules in a high-volume environment. Comfortable interacting and consulting with all levels of senior management and staff.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Full life cycle recruiting Job/Career Fairs Employment Verification

Internet/Web Research Networking/Referrals Behavioral Interviewing

Offer/Compensation Negotiation Applicant Tracking New-Hire Orientation

Background Investigations Vendor Management Direct Sourcing

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

07/25/2011 to Present JACOBS ENGINEERING

Senior Recruiter

Responsible for sourcing and recruiting professional candidates for various Engineering disciplines including chemical, mechanical, electrical, and piping designers, as well as, corporate level positions such as Senior Buyer, Technical Writer, Document Controller and Project Administration

Interface with members of the senior leadership team, management, clients and members of the community

Successfully manage a high requisition workload, utilizing full-cycle recruiting strategies and proactive and passive sourcing techniques

Source positions through the use of the internal database I-Recruitment (Oracle), external job boards, user groups, and direct recruiting

Review resumes for competencies to match position requirements, as well as, conduct interviews and reference checks, to secure and retain a database of qualified candidates

Maintain strong relationships between the Talent Acquisition Group and Hiring Managers to understand the requirements and timeline of each position, as well as, future needs in their departments

Assist candidates with pre-interview information; Application/Disclosure documents, interview schedule, and travel arrangements when applicable

Team with hiring authority regarding approvals, offers, acceptances or declines and start dates in an efficient and timely manner

Confirm background verification and drug screen testing for all new hires ensuring completion prior to employment date

Support the College/University Recruiting Team and Professional Career Fairs effectively

Saved the company $400,000 in agency search fees at 15%, by finding qualified candidates through direct sourcing, job boards, postings and employee referrals

03/14/2011 to 7/22/2011 LLOYD’S REGISTER AMERICAS, INC.

Senior Recruiter (Contract)

Senior Recruiter for Lloyd's Register America's, a division of The Lloyd's Register Group, an independent risk management organization providing services to a wide array of industries, nationally and globally. Sourced and recruited candidates for several divisions such as Energy, Subsea, Marine, Quality Assurance and Engineering.

02/17/2009 to 03/11/2011 CHERYL GARCIA & COMPANY

Senior Recruiter

As Senior Recruiter and Candidate Manager, responsibilities included direct sourcing, identifying and recruiting professionals for direct hire and contract opportunities in the areas of Oil and Gas, Engineering, Procurement, HSE, Accounting & Finance, and Administrative Support

Effectively managed full-life cycle recruiting from outreach strategy planning, sourcing, candidate assessment and placement

Delivered high-quality results by utilizing intelligent business approaches to identify quality candidates and maintain applicant tracking database

Utilized cold-calling techniques, internet job boards, applicant databases, referrals, and other creative sources to research and find new candidates

Reviewed resumes for competencies to match position requirements, as well as, conducted interviews, and reference and background checks, to secure and maintain a database of qualified candidates

Developed a strong relationship with hiring managers to understand the requirements and timeline of each position, as well as, future needs in their departments

Assisted candidates by counseling and preparing for the interview process, through the offer and/or negotiation stage, as well as, managed candidates through guarantee period to ensure position/company fit and satisfaction

Strong negotiation and consulting skills with the ability to understand matters relative to the implementation of company/client goals

2008 – 2009 AIR LIQUIDE USA LLC

Corporate Recruiter

Sourced and recruited candidates for Air Liquide Process and Construction company for various engineering groups including piping, construction, estimating, process engineering and project management

Saved the engineering company $306,180 in agency search fees by finding candidates through cold-calling techniques, other direct sourcing and employee referrals

Managed external job posting process and maintained relationships with site account representatives

Conducted extensive research and maintained candidate database to assist in the selection of future recruiting activities

Collaborated with hiring managers to determine skills and competencies required for open positions and created or revised job descriptions

Teamed with Human Resources Business Partner regarding approvals, offers, acceptances or declines and start dates

Confirmed background verification and drug screen testing for all new hires prior to employment and reviewed new-hire paperwork, before to submitting to payroll

Served on the New Hire Orientation Team to present information to employees, regarding company policies and procedures, as well as, training and benefits information

2007 – 2008 KBR ENERGY & CHEMICALS

Senior Recruiter

Performed full-cycle recruiting of candidates for all levels of corporate services groups, including Accounting and Finance, Business Development, Communications, Human Resources, Administration, Investor Relations, Legal, Real Estate Services, and Information Technology

Presented qualified candidates to the hiring managers and filled 103 requisitions during tenure with the company

Utilized internet job boards, applicant databases, referrals, career fairs and other creative sources to research and source new candidates

Reviewed resumes for competencies to match position requirements, conducted interviews, reference/background checks to complete the hiring process

Developed strong relationships with hiring managers to understand the requirements and timeline of each position, as well as, future needs in their departments.

Teamed with Human Resources Generalists regarding approvals, offers, acceptances or declines and start dates in a timely manner.

Tracked applicant activity and provided accurate weekly staffing data through the Web-Recruiter Program/Access, and was responsible for all compliance issues pertaining to open positions and candidates

2007 JONES & CARTER, INC.

Corporate Recruiter

Sourced and recruited candidates for multi-disciplined Civil Engineering Firm for several divisions: Land Development, Municipal Services, Water and Wastewater, Hydrology and Hydraulics, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, and Surveying

Managed the College Relations Program, including sourcing, recruitment, selection process, interviewing, and travel accommodations

2006 PANNELL KERR FORSTER

Corporate Recruiter

Sourced and recruited candidates for Audit, Tax, Entrepreneurial Advisory Services and Consulting solutions

Managed the interview process including scheduling interviews, distributing evaluations forms and behavioral interviewing guides to all interviewers

Facilitated the first day of New-Hire Orientation Program, including scheduling and training in either Audit or Tax Departments

2004 – 2005 CHEVRON CORPORATION

Project Administrator

Handled international travel arrangements, Visa Applications, and accommodations for staff and project management personnel for the South Africa Strategic Business Units

Responsible for meetings and presentations for Project Management Team between Chevron and consulting engineers

2002 – 2004 CONTRACT EMPLOYMENT

Human Resources Consultant

2001 – 2002 OCCIDENTAL OIL & GAS CORPORATION

Employment/Staffing Associate

Coordinated the College Recruiting Program for year-round recruiting, including career fairs, information sessions and special events for Interns

Assisted with recruiting candidates for exempt positions including engineers, geologists, chemical plant technicians, and financial specialists

2000 – 2001 CONTRACT EMPLOYMENT

Human Resources Consultant

1994 – 2000 AIR LIQUIDE AMERICA CORPORATION

Human Resources Associate

Coordinated the College Recruiting Program for thirteen colleges for year-round campus visits, arranging interview dates, information sessions and other special events

Sourced and recruited candidates for exempt positions including chemical and mechanical engineers, marketing managers, and sales representatives

Assisted candidates with pre-interview information; application/disclosure documents, interview schedule, travel arrangements when applicable, and follow-up post interview with offers, declines and negotiations

Collaborated with hiring managers to determine skills and competencies required for open positions and created or revised job descriptions

Teamed with Human Resources Generalists regarding approvals, offers, acceptances or declines and start dates in a timely manner

Coordinated Drug Testing Program with vendor, ensuring candidates were tested before hire date

EDUCATION - University of Houston, Houston, Texas - Business Administration

COMPUTER SKILLS – Microsoft Office Suite, I-Recruitment/Oracle, PeopleSoft, WebRecruiter,

ADP Profile, Ceridian, and Resumix

VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES - American Heart Association – Houston Heart Walk

Project Cure – Supplier of Medical Services Worldwide

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