PCR, CDR, CASR

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Employee Engagement Specialist

7+ Years Experienced Remote Employee

An enthusiastic and dedicated professional with a passionate drive in my career as an adaptable Senior Talent Acquisition Recruiter and Employee Relations Leader with over 7 years of experience working remotely. Skilled in full-cycle recruitment, employee engagement, and project management with a focus on AI-driven productivity and independent learning. Committed to integrating AI tools and technology to optimize processes, enhance talent acquisition, and improve employee relations. Passionate about continuous learning, currently pursuing certifications from Google, Microsoft, and IBM to stay at the forefront of tech and HR innovation.

Experience

CommonSpirit Health (100% Remote Employment)

National Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist | June 2021 – September 2024

Led end-to-end recruitment processes, leveraging AI tools to enhance personal productivity and sourcing efficiency.
Developed hybrid recruitment strategies blending traditional and AI-driven methods, reducing time-to-hire by 15%.
Mentored junior recruiters on utilizing AI tools independently to manage workflows and sourcing strategies.

Division-wide Employee Engagement Specialist | January 2022 – July 2024

Spearheaded employee engagement initiatives, utilizing AI to streamline feedback collection and analysis.
Developed leadership programs informed by independent AI learning to improve engagement and retention.

Elara Caring (100% Remote Employment)

State-wide Talent Acquisition Specialist & Employee Engagement Coordinator | March 2020 – June 2021

Integrated AI tools into recruitment strategies to optimize talent acquisition and engagement.
Enhanced employee engagement through data-driven feedback systems and continuous learning initiatives.

Century Rehabilitation (100% Remote Employment)

Regional Recruiter | July 2018 – July 2019

Reduced time-to-hire by 15% through innovative sourcing strategies and relationship-building with hiring managers.
Built and maintained strong talent pipelines for healthcare roles.

Career Goals

Seeking to advance within an organization where I can leverage my expertise in AI integration and talent acquisition to drive innovation, enhance productivity, and mentor others in tech-driven HR solutions. I aim to continuously expand my knowledge of AI and tech tools to further improve personal and organizational efficiency.

Technical Skills & Core Competencies

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS): Proficient in optimizing workflows using ATS tools.
AI-Driven Sourcing Tools: Leveraging AI to improve sourcing and candidate engagement.
Project Management: Tools like Asana and Trello for tracking recruitment and HR projects.
Data Analytics: Tracking recruitment metrics and employee engagement for actionable insights.
Microsoft Office & Google Workspace: Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and collaboration tools.
Talent Acquisition & AI-Sourcing: Managing full-cycle recruitment using AI-powered tools to source and engage top-tier talent.
Project Management: Leading recruitment and employee engagement projects with a focus on measurable outcomes.
Employee Engagement & Relations: Developing engagement strategies to foster a positive, inclusive, and productive work environment.
Technology Integration: Leveraging cutting-edge tools to improve recruitment, employee engagement, and HR processes.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB): Championing diverse and inclusive hiring practices.
Continuous Learning & Growth: Expanding skills through certifications in AI, HR technology, and project management.

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Contact

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 936-433-9289

Remote Location: Houston, Texas

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Certifications & Credentials

Business Operations & Administration Certificate – Lone Star College System, December 2022
Certified AI and Sourcing Recruiter (CASR) – AIRS, ADP Recruiter Academy (Issued Sep 2024, Credential ID: 58959094)
Certified Diversity Recruiter (CDR) – AIRS, ADP Recruiter Academy (Valid through Sep 2026, Credential ID: 58886299)
Professional Recruiter Certification (PRC) – AIRS, ADP Recruiter Academy (Valid through Sep 2026, Credential ID: 58884212)

Education

Associate’s Degree, Business Administrations & Marketing Lone Star College — Expected Completion December 2024

Jersey Village High School

Diploma 2008-2012

Languages

Fluent in English (native)
Conversational proficiency and currently learning Spanish