Linnea Hughes

Recruiter

Arvada, Colorado, United States10 yrs 5 mos experience

Most Likely To Switch

Key Highlights

Expert in full-life cycle recruiting for IT roles
Proven track record with Fortune 1000 clients
Strong networking and candidate evaluation skills

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Technical Recruiter specializing in IT recruitment for B2B enterprises.

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Skills

Core Skills

RecruitingHuman Resources (hr)Contract Recruitment

Other Skills

InterviewingClearancesConsultingCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Business DevelopmentStaffing ServicesFederal GovernmentInternet RecruitingIT RecruitmentTechnical RecruitingFull-life Cycle RecruitingPermanent PlacementHiringCustomer ExperienceGlobal Talent Acquisition

About

Founded in 2010, Kavaliro has grown to become a leader in technical, professional, and workforce solutions. We provide clients, contractors, and employees opportunities to achieve success. Through top technologies, agility, and fluid communication. Using best practices and optimal strategies, Kavaliro provides employers with solutions by delivering the most tailored solutions to ensure the ongoing success of all types of businesses. We use a streamlined-yet-thorough approach that saves our clients administrative time, resources and money. Kavaliro has garnered an impressive track record of delivering successful results, with a noteworthy client list that includes many Fortune 1000 businesses and the US Federal Government.

Experience

10 yrs 5 mos

Total Experience

1 yr 4 mos

Average Tenure

2 yrs 7 mos

Current Experience

Kavaliro

Resource Manager/ Recruiter

Oct 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 7 mos · Denver, Colorado, United States

Develop an understanding of client requirements, including consultation with the client or
client-facing colleagues to fully understand the client’s needs, culture, and hiring objectives.
Maintain an understanding of the industry and skill sets served, including trends and new
developments.
Develop and implement recruiting strategies designed to identify and attract qualified
candidates.
Evaluate candidates, including interviews, references, and match their skills and strengths with
clients’ job requirements.
Creatively utilize networking, employee referrals, leads, job boards, social media, ad searches,
career fairs, internet research and direct contact to locate qualified candidates meeting client
requirements.
Manage candidate schedule through the interview process including prep, confirmation calls
and follow ups.
Oversee contract employees while on assignment.
Counsel candidates in resume preparation, interviewing, and career planning.
Maintain a proactive bench of employees for upcoming contractors.
Utilize an understanding of relevant employment laws to avoid unlawful employment practices
during the recruiting process.

InterviewingClearancesConsultingCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Human Resources (HR)Business Development+12

Blackstone talent group

Senior Recruiter

May 2022 – Oct 2023 · 1 yr 5 mos · Denver, Colorado, United States

Sourcing and recruiting potential candidates for commercial and federal clients using diverse recruitment strategies and industry expertise.
Performing in-depth phone screens and interviews to better understand candidates’ backgrounds and qualifications, qualify them for open positions, and present the most promising individuals for review.
Managing candidates throughout the recruitment cycle by vetting qualifications, following up on job searches, setting up and ensuring preparedness for phone and in-person interviews, and presenting contract, contract-to-hire, or permanent employment offers.
Following up with placed candidates to get feedback on their progress and provide manager feedback, ensuring their success in their roles.
Successfully placing Information Technology professionals in contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent positions

Contract RecruitmentBusiness DevelopmentHuman Resources (HR)ConsultingFederal GovernmentClearances+3

The select group

Delivery Manager/ Recruiter, Federal

Apr 2021 – May 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo

Demonstrated success in sourcing and recruiting top IT talent for various positions.
Proven ability to attract and retain qualified candidates through various sourcing strategies.
Experience conducting interviews, assessing technical skills, and evaluating cultural fit.
Knowledge of industry-specific job boards, social media platforms, and recruitment tools.
Proficient in understanding and evaluating technical requirements for IT roles.
Familiarity with different programming languages, frameworks, databases, and IT infrastructure.
Ability to effectively communicate with technical candidates and assess their skills.
Established and maintained relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and industry professionals.
Collaborated with hiring teams to understand their needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.
Provided guidance and feedback to candidates throughout the hiring process.
Utilized various sourcing channels (job boards, LinkedIn, networking events, etc.) to identify and engage with potential candidates.
Built and maintained a talent pipeline to ensure a steady pool of qualified candidates.
Managed end-to-end recruitment processes, including job posting, resume screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with candidates and stakeholders.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
Detail-oriented, organized, and proficient in time management.

Contract RecruitmentBusiness DevelopmentHuman Resources (HR)ConsultingClearancesCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)+2

Metro systems, inc.

Technical Recruiter

Aug 2020 – Apr 2021 · 8 mos · Denver, Colorado, United States

Familiarity with recruitment processes, including job posting, resume screening, and interviewing techniques.
Basic understanding of sourcing strategies and the ability to utilize job boards and social media platforms for candidate outreach.
Strong attention to detail when reviewing resumes and assessing candidate qualifications.
Basic understanding of IT concepts, terminology, and various technology stacks.
Familiarity with common programming languages, databases, operating systems, and IT infrastructure components.
Ability to effectively communicate with technical candidates and assess their basic skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with candidates, hiring managers, and team members.
Active listening skills to understand candidate requirements and effectively communicate job details.
Ability to build rapport and maintain relationships with candidates and stakeholders.
Willingness to learn from experienced recruiters and contribute to a positive team culture.
Detail-oriented approach to maintaining accurate applicant tracking system (ATS) records and documentation.
Proficiency in managing email correspondence, scheduling interviews, and following up with candidates.
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and understand new technologies, industry trends, and job requirements.