Nicola's Resume
Nicola R. Jones
Summary of Qualifications: Seasoned Corporate Recruiter with experience in full life cycle recruiting process including identifying Clinical, Engineering, Legal, Scientific, Administrative, Accounting, Credit, Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Manufacturing and IT professionals.
Work Experience
GE Energy/Keystone Consulting Corporate Recruiter Pittsburgh, PA 6/11-Present
• Extends and negotiates offers of employment.
• Facilitates relocation process for candidates, as needed. Handles several aspects of the recruitment process including: job requisition design, sourcing, screening, pre-employment checks, compliance, and on-boarding.
• Creates initial job requisitions including outlining requirements for positions and ensuring the requisition is approved and posted to applicant tracking system.
• Utilizes feedback from hiring department to develop firm understanding of department culture and position requirements, including skills and background required for the position.
• Develops and maintains relationships with businesses, government and community service agencies, colleges, employment agencies and search firms, and other Recruiters.
• Initiates contact with qualified candidates and provide pre-employment information regarding job requirements, location, wages, benefits, allowances, and employment policies.
• Reviews employment applications, resumes, and other credentials. Conducts phone screens, in person interviews, and pre-employment assessments. Screens and refers candidates for additional interviews. Provides timely follow up and correspondence. Manages relationships with third party staffing agencies.
• Requests background investigations and verifications of educational and employment experience.
• Ensures recruitment process is compliant with state and federal and employment laws. Works with HR teams to ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
• Makes public presentations at job fairs, schools, and organizations regarding the Company and its employment opportunities.
OK Logistics HR/Corporate Recruiter Sultanate of Oman 01/09-Present
• Executed all aspects of HR for Mid East operations of an Arab Air Force Base for an American Government contract in the Sultanate of Oman.
• Responsible for positive American/Arab relations companywide.
Adecco Engineering & Technical Recruiter Pittsburgh, PA 04/08-08/09
• Establish and maintain relationships with hiring managers to stay abreast of current and future hiring and business needs.
• Interview applicants to obtain information on work history, training, education, and job skills.
• Perform searches for qualified candidates according to relevant job criteria, using computer databases, networking, Internet recruiting resources, cold calls, media, social networking, and employee referrals.
• Prepare and maintain employment records. Recruit applicants for open positions.
• Contact applicants to inform them of employment possibilities, consideration, and selection decisions.
• Screen and refer applicants to hiring personnel in the organization, making hiring recommendations when appropriate.
• Arrange interviews schedules as necessary.
• Conduct reference and background checks on applicants.
Xperianz Consulting Executive Recruiter Pittsburgh, PA 09/07-04/08
• Recruited C level executives and IT professionals for consulting engagements. Negotiated salary and bill rates.
• Contact potential clients to solicit orders for job vacancies and determining their requirements.
• Interview job applicants to match their qualifications with employers' needs, recording and evaluating applicant experience, education, training, and skills.
• Perform reference and background checks on applicants. Presented new hire orientations and onboardings.
• Recruit passive candidates through cold calling, networking and job boards.
• Select qualified applicants or refer them to employers, according to organization policy.
• Post engagements on job boards, attend networking venues, and plan quarterly company events.
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Self Employed Executive Recruiter Atlanta, GA 04/04-09/07
• Recruited clinical associates for short term contracts to fill vacancies at local clinics and hospitals.
• Negotiate bill rate and salaries.
National Asset Management Corporate Recruiter Atlanta, GA 01/03-04/04
• Recruited call center personnel for a captive law firm, and collection agency.
• Responsible for screening, scheduling, interviewing, negotiating salary, making offers., on boarding, training, new hire orientation, counseling and terminations.
Norrell Recruiter Atlanta, GA 02/98-07/02
• Recruited administrative and customer service associates for local clients.
• Met with clients to discuss current and future needs and build relationships.
Hanover Credit HR/Recruiter Atlanta, GA 10/91-02/98
• Recruited call center personnel for a collection agency.
• Responsible for all HR functions, including payroll, interviewing, terminations, and counseling.
US Army Avionics Technician Europe 10/87-10/91
• Repaired Blackhawk, Apache, Chinook, and Mohawk helicopter equipment.
• Top Secret Clearance
• Received Army Commendation Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, and Aircraft Crewman Badge
Education
B.A. Human Resources Management
Pending two classes
120 Credit Hours
St. Leo University Atlanta, GA
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