Contract Recruiter

Posted on: 2006-01-09

January 9, 2005 To Whom It May Concern: Please find enclosed a copy of my resume. I have briefly outlined my employment experience for your review. My background includes recruiting and placing candidates in the engineering, information technology, human resources, banking and financial arena along with a great understanding of utilizing corporate marketing techniques and dealing first hand with customers (from prospect to sale). I am interested in expanding my expertise to further my abilities in the field of Human Resources. I have over five years of recruiting and staffing experience. I am interested in a full time or part time contract position. I am available to interview at your convenience. You may reach me at (630) 544-7853. Thank you in advance for your consideration. I look forward to your imminent reply. Sincerely, Archana A. Salvi 8167 S. Wynona Drive Oak Creek, WI 53154 Resume Enclosed Archana A. Salvi Career Summary Recruitment and staffing professional with over 5 years experience encompassing direct and indirect recruiting methods, internet recruiting, diversity recruitment, recruitment advertising, applicant tracking technologies and behaviorally based interviewing. Areas of expertise in: Customer Service Focus Relationship Building / Partnering Project Management Organization & Prioritizing Process Improvement & Implementation Strong on-line recruitment research skills EDUCATION Roosevelt University Schaumburg, IL Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing, Graduation: May 2002 EXPERIENCE January 2005 – December 2005 Rockwell Automation Milwaukee, WI Contract Recruiter Provide sourcing and screening of candidates for engineering, information technology, and human resources positions. High profile, demanding deadlines and high volume. This includes collaboration with HR Generalists and Hiring Managers to establish sourcing strategy, timelines and deliverables for open requisitions. Managing a requisition volume of 50-100 jobs simultaneously, sources and identifies candidates for open positions through a variety of methods, such as direct recruiting, third party sourcing, internet sourcing, internal posting responses, internal transfers, employee referrals, employment advertisements, and the use of the electronic resume management tools. Develops sourcing strategies to assist in candidate flow for all areas with a focus on RACS’s diversity initiative. Track and monitor all candidates via BrassRing updates to include EEO/Applicant tracking and track performance via key staffing metrics including time to fill, cost per hire and diverse candidate slates. December 2003 - February 2004 Empire Today Skokie, IL Contract Recruiter Provided sourcing and screening of candidates for various sales, information technology, operations and administrative positions. Developed candidate interest through initial phone contact. Conducted phone interviews as well as in person interviews with applicants to verify accomplishments. Conducted background and reference checks. Searched for candidates while mining internet websites. July 2002 - August 2003 US Bank West Allis, WI Operation Support Manager Responsible for sourcing, screening, interviewing, verifying background histories, and working with management to select and hire nonexempt and exempt candidates to fill approved open positions. Advising and working with management to effectively resolve employee relations issues. Coaching and counseling managers through the disciplinary process ensuring proper and equitable resolution for all parties involved, following corporate policies and procedures. Assuring compliance with state and federal laws, EEOC guidelines and the banks own standards in employment, promotion, and disciplinary matters. Developing and maintaining sources of candidates, searching outside of bank locally and through newspaper advertisement, job fairs, community colleges, community programs, etc. and internally through open position postings / joblines, employee referral programs, internet sites, etc. Assisting in new employee orientation and various HR training programs. Promoting and supporting corporate philosophy in all areas, i.e. business, diversity, career development, etc. Reviewing performance appraisals and ratings to ensure fair and equitable evaluations of employee’s performance. January 2001 - July 2002 Temporary Assignments Schaumburg, IL Provided Office and HR support to various companies through HRI and LaSalle Staffing while finishing Bachelor\'s Degree at Roosevelt University. Responsibilities sourcing and interviewing potential candidates for various positions. Pre-screen resumes, conduct phone interviews to verify accomplishments, background information, and reference checks for management. Also responsible for a variety of departmental duties such as: Systems maintenance and insuring proper timing and distribution of internal communication. June 2000 - January 2001 BankTemps Incorporated Chicago, IL Staffing Consultant/Recruiter Responsible for the development and maintenance of strong relationships with both clients and candidates. Called into target company lists for name generation efforts. Conduct in-depth interviews with candidates to verify accomplishments. Identify performance attributes, determine motivations and compare experience with client company requirements. Position included total recruitment responsibilities from recruiting, sourcing, and interviewing through employment verification, reference check, and background check in order to place potential candidates at suitable career opportunities. January 2000 - May 2000 Northwestern Mutual Life Milwaukee, WI Customer Services Representative (Temporary position, Full-time school) Calling existing clients and their referrals to offer new services and benefits. Also performed administrative duties by publishing captured information using fax, various websites, email and/or telephone. Provided outstanding service for clients\' needs and questions regarding their accounts. October 1999 - January 2000 Northshore Bank Shorewood, WI Teller/Customer Service Representative (Temporary position, Full-time school) Perform various deposit/withdrawal transactions and balanced cash drawer. Drive up and lobby teller providing customer service. May 1997 - October 1999 Office Team Hoffman Estates, IL Administrative Assistant (Temporary positions, Full-time school) Provided immediate administrative services, including organizing, filing, data entry, reception duties, etc. Serviced clients: United Airlines, Ameritech, Computer Learning Center, Nations Bank and Pepsi. April 1996 - August 1997 Pollack and Scan Elk Grove Village, IL Industrial and Marketing Analyst Responsible for front-end recruitment efforts Conducted phone interviews, verified background on candidates, and checked references for management. Called into target company lists for name generation efforts. Responsible for finding new sources of human capital via marketing resources and internet sourcing. Conducted phone screens as well as in person interviews with applicants. Maintained candidate profile information and matched candidates to suitable positions. Insured industry requirements aligned with company policies. SKILLS Coursework: Marketing Methodologies and Industry Analyses Marketing Industry: Help promote ideas and activities, research and development, public relation studies Meeting Preparation: Set up for conference calls and conduct sales techniques Operating System and Communications: Microsoft Windows 3.1/95/98, MS Outlook, Brassring (Applicant Tracking System) and Internet Tools Presentation Graphic and spreadsheets: MS PowerPoint, MS Excel Processor Software: MS Word, MS Works, Lotus Notes Fluent in Languages: English, Hindi, and Gujarati