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Tisha Sears

Somerset

Summary

Results-oriented Human Resources professional with well over 10 years of experience putting the "human" back in Human Resources. Proven successful track record of talent acquisition, recruiting, and human resources practices. Aiming to leverage my unique style to obtain a role primarily focusing on recruitment and staffing within an aviation/aerospace organization.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

CSI Aviation
04.2023 - Current
  • Assessed candidate qualifications by conducting phone screens and interviews and evaluating resumes against pre-determined criteria
  • Advised senior management on current trends in the labor market and collaborated with them to develop innovative sourcing strategies that support business objectives
  • Implemented effective onboarding processes for new hires which included preparing offer letters, conducting background checks and scheduling drug screens
  • Organized career events including job fairs and campus recruiting initiatives in order to attract a diverse pool of talent
  • Created job postings, maintained applicant records, organized interviews and tracked progress of candidates throughout the recruitment cycle
  • Negotiated salaries and benefits packages with successful applicants while taking into account company budget constraints
  • Continuously monitored industry trends related to talent acquisition strategies and technologies in order to remain competitive within the marketplace
  • Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to source, screen, evaluate and select qualified candidates for flight operations
  • Provided guidance to hiring managers on the selection process and best practices in interviewing techniques
  • Coordinated interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
  • Supported team with recruitment efforts for various positions using external recruitment sites
  • Reviewed employment applications and evaluated work history, education/ licensure and other qualifications of applicants
  • Informed job applicants of details such as duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities
  • Interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, and regulations
  • Performed searches for qualified job candidates, using sources such as computer databases, networking, Internet recruiting resources, media advertisements, job fairs, and employee referrals
  • Addressed employee relations issues, such as work complaints, or other employee concerns
  • Provided management with information related to interviewing, performance appraisals, counseling techniques, and documentation of performance issues
  • Scheduled drug tests for current and prospective employees.
  • Managed open requisitions for flight operations ensuring compliance with FAA, DOT and DoD regulations
  • Responsible for full life cycle of recruitment for entry level to executive/ management positions
  • Reduced time to hire critical positions through optimized applicant processes
  • Analyzed compensation structures with stakeholders leading the company to competitive wages and benefits package
  • Managed applicant tracking system to streamline recruitment workflows and reporting
  • Consulted with department heads on ways of improving recruitment techniques
  • Analyzed data from employee surveys and exit interviews to improve retention
  • Provided HR support during terminations, coaching and corrective actions

Corporate Recruiter/ Human, Resources Administrator

Summit Aviation
Middletown
01.2020 - Current
  • Contacted job applicants to inform of application status
  • Processed job applications and scheduled interviews, drug screenings and background record checks
  • Facilitated new hire paperwork and enrollment into benefits programs
  • Collected employee time records to process weekly payroll or distribute checks
  • Attracted applicants by placing job advertisements and contacting recruiters
  • Determined applicant requirements by studying job descriptions and qualifications
  • Ensured that necessary employment termination paperwork was completed
  • Informed job applicants of details such as duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities
  • Interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, and regulations
  • Prepared and maintained employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, and promotions
  • Addressed employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns
  • Developed and implemented recruiting strategies to meet current and anticipated staffing needs
  • Maintained current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
  • Qualified job applicants and referred them to managers, making hiring recommendations when appropriate
  • Analyzed employment-related data and prepared required reports
  • Performed searches for qualified job candidates, using sources such as computer databases, networking, Internet recruiting resources, media advertisements, job fairs, recruiting firms, and employee referrals
  • Scheduled and conducted new employee orientations
  • Reviewed employment applications and job orders to match applicants with job requirements
  • Hired employees and process hiring-related paperwork.
  • Utilized applicant tracking systems to manage candidate pipelines effectively
  • Built strong relationships with external recruitment agencies to enhance sourcing efforts
  • Provided guidance on job descriptions, salary ranges, and interview processes
  • Conducted initial phone screens with qualified applicants to assess their skills and experience
  • Acted as a point of contact between internal stakeholders and external vendors

Human Resources Manager/ AP

Bowling Green Refrigeration
Bowling Green
03.2019 - 01.2020
  • Coordinated with outside staffing agencies to secure temporary employees, based on departmental needs
  • Partnered with hiring leaders to organize and schedule employee onboarding and orientation
  • Managed employee lifecycle processes by handling onboarding, employee performance and discipline tasks
  • Established and maintained contact with external recruitment sources.
  • Assessed staffing options and alternatives to support achievement of business goals during peak and seasonal periods
  • Communicated performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position
  • Participated in weekly staff meetings and met with management to review progress and status of various issues
  • Explained business rules and regulations via employee handbook
  • Investigated and reported on industrial accidents for insurance carriers
  • Advised managers on organizational policy matters, such as equal employment opportunity, sexual harassment, and recommended needed changes.
  • Organized, directed, controlled and coordinated personnel, training and labor relations activities of organization
  • Served as link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems
  • Supervised and coordinated work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations and employee relations
  • Maintained records and compiled statistical reports concerning personnel related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals and absenteeism rates
  • Analyzed training needs to design employee development and health/ safety programs
  • Developed, administered and evaluated applicant tests.
  • Identified reasons for employee termination.
  • Administered compensation, benefits, performance management systems and recreation programs
  • Identified staff vacancies and recruited, interview and select applicants.

Store Owner

Primp Boutique
Somerset
06.2011 - 11.2015
  • Set and implemented strategic goals and initiatives to align company with mission, values and vision
  • Defined strategy and trained staff to manage day-to-day business operations
  • Reviewed product strategy for organizational goal alignment
  • Built solid foundation of business acumen, technical skills, and proven practices for daily operations
  • Developed print advertising, social media campaigns and networking events to deliver messages to target audience
  • Developed competitive advantage on market niche
  • Scheduled deliveries with service vendors or product suppliers
  • Monitored suppliers to ensure efficiency in deliveries
  • Reviewed financial statements, sales or activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity
  • Directed and coordinated activities of businesses or departments concerned with production, pricing, sales, or distribution of products
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned specific duties
  • Set prices and credit terms for goods and services, based on forecasts of customer demand
  • Planned store layouts or designed displays
  • Led non-merchandising departments of businesses such as advertising or purchasing
  • Demonstrated and supported continuous improvement and growth mindset

Human Resources Coordinator

Kovacs Orthopaedics
Somerset
06.2000 - 01.2006
  • Assisted with tasks to facilitate on-site executive support
  • Maintained office security to comply with health, safety and environmental policies
  • Worked with functional teams to support variety of administrative tasks.
  • Maintained confidence and discretion in handling sensitive information
  • Prepared and reviewed operational reports and schedules
  • Acquired, distributed and stored supplies
  • Analyzed internal processes and recommended and implemented procedural and policy changes to improve operations, such as supply, schedules and employee relations
  • Changes and disposal of records
  • Managed paper and electronic filing systems by recording information, updating paperwork and maintaining documents, such as attendance records and correspondence
  • Communicated with and provided guidance for external vendors and service providers to ensure patient needs were exceeded
  • Read through contracts, regulations and procedural guidelines to ensure comprehension and compliance
  • Supervised administrative staff and provided training and orientation to new staff
  • Planned, administered and controlled budgets for equipment and supplies
  • Represented work unit at meetings or conferences, serving as liaison for requests or complaints

Education

Bachelor Of Science (B.S - Nursing

Somerset Community College
Kentucky
05.2006

Skills

  • Payroll management
  • Candidate screening
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Onboarding processes
  • Applicant tracking
  • Sourcing strategies
  • Salary negotiation
  • Compliance regulations
  • Talent acquisition
  • Relationship building
  • Market research
  • Employee engagement
  • Performance management
  • Diversity recruitment
  • Career event management
  • Career fair coordination
  • Remote hiring
  • Social media recruitment
  • Employee referral programs
  • Job posting optimization
  • Applicant tracking systems
  • Strategic sourcing
  • Campus recruitment
  • Screening resumes
  • Pipeline maintenance
  • Salary and benefits negotiations
  • Time tracking and payroll administration
  • HRIS management

Timeline

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

CSI Aviation
04.2023 - Current

Corporate Recruiter/ Human, Resources Administrator

Summit Aviation
01.2020 - Current

Human Resources Manager/ AP

Bowling Green Refrigeration
03.2019 - 01.2020

Store Owner

Primp Boutique
06.2011 - 11.2015

Human Resources Coordinator

Kovacs Orthopaedics
06.2000 - 01.2006

Bachelor Of Science (B.S - Nursing

Somerset Community College

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