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Gabriela Rodriguez

Chicago

Summary

Talent acquisition professional prepared to excel in identifying and securing top talent. Proven ability to streamline recruitment processes and support organizational growth. Known for strong collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in interview coordination and candidate assessment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Stantec
01.2024 - Current
  • Create and maintain weekly requisition pivot table reports for the Water and Energy & Resources teams to track hiring progress and metrics.
  • Update weekly job postings on Indeed for multiple business units to ensure visibility and accuracy.
  • Source talent using LinkedIn, Indeed, RippleMatch, and Loxo; utilize Boolean search and targeted outreach to engage passive candidates.
  • Document and distribute meeting summaries and action points to support team efficiency.
  • Conduct phone screens and interviews to assess candidate qualifications and fit.
  • Collaborate with hiring managers to align on role requirements, timelines, and candidate profiles.
  • Maintain and organize candidate records and talent pipelines to support proactive recruiting efforts.
  • Analyze hiring trends to optimize sourcing strategies and improve overall recruiting efficiency.
  • Established a proactive approach in identifying top talent through strategic partnerships with colleges/universities and attending industry-specific conference events.

Talent Acquisition Consultant Intern

Stantec
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Conducted initial phone screens and interviews with potential hires to assess their qualifications.
  • Utilized social media platforms to promote job openings and engage with potential candidates.
  • Conducted interviews with potential candidates and assessed their suitability for the role.
  • Built relationships with hiring managers to gain s deep understanding of their hiring needs and identified passive candidates for critical roles.
  • Analyzed hiring trends and needs to create and manage a pipeline of qualified candidates.
  • Developed and maintained a talent database to store and track information about candidates.

Operations Manager

Juannitas
03.2018 - 09.2020
  • Led a 15-person front-end team to provide top-notch client experiences over 2-year tenure
  • Identified new processes for operational efficiency, such as offloading the delivery arm to third-party applications, resulting in improved productivity with focused roles, and reduced costs.
  • Fostered an inclusive sense of community amongst employees with creative team events, resulting in an increase in employee satisfaction by 23% and retention by 36% over 2-year tenure
  • Developed a strong proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint to deliver pitches to management.
  • Facilitated 10 social media collaborations with universities and local organizations to promote the Juannitas brand and drive business growth.
  • Oversaw end-to-end inventory and inspection for all new inventory during 2nd year, optimizing inventory turnover and mitigating food waste

Swim Instructor

YMCA
04.2017 - 07.2020
  • Supervised YMCA clients of all ages, ranging from as young as 3 up to as old as 40, ensuring safety and progression on a daily basis
  • Created weekly personalized programs using Microsoft Excel for each client, driving accountability, and ensuring results.
  • Started a new initiative to host 1:1 feedback sessions on a regular cadence across all YMCA teams, to mentor students on personal goals and ensure weekly progression.
  • Developed a strong ability to provide positive client experiences and navigate conflicts and complaints over 3-year tenure

Education

Bachelor of Science - Public Affairs

Indiana University
Bloomington, IN
12.2023

Skills

  • Software skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Teams, SharePoint), Taleo (ATS)
  • Strengths: Critical thinking and problem-solving, Social Judgment, Ability to work under pressure, and communication

Certification

  • Licensed Talent Advisor US- SocialTalent
  • Licensed Recruitment Coordinator - SocialTalent

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Stantec
01.2024 - Current

Talent Acquisition Consultant Intern

Stantec
05.2023 - 12.2023

Operations Manager

Juannitas
03.2018 - 09.2020

Swim Instructor

YMCA
04.2017 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science - Public Affairs

Indiana University
Gabriela Rodriguez