Rochelle Pete
Lake Charles
Summary
Strategic, results-driven Recruiter & Career Coach with 5+ years of experience in full-cycle recruiting, talent acquisition, and job seeker consulting. Passionate about connecting top talent with the right opportunities while empowering job seekers through resume optimization, interview coaching, and career strategy sessions.
Recognized for finding "needle-in-a-haystack" candidates, filling hard-to-fill roles without paid sourcing tools, and leveraging Boolean search expertise to uncover top talent. A 5-star rated recruiter by both employers and candidates, known for exceptional relationship-building, consulting, and talent matchmaking.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruiter/Supervisor
Onin Staffing
09.2023 - Current
- Lead recruitment operations for a high-volume staffing firm, ensuring efficient and high-quality placements.
- Provide career coaching to job seekers, enhancing their resumes, interview skills, and job search strategy.
- Develop strong relationships with clients and hiring managers, improving job order fulfillment rates.
- Mentor junior recruiters on Boolean search, sourcing techniques, and candidate engagement best practices.
- Spearhead candidate sourcing efforts, leveraging job boards, LinkedIn, Boolean search, and direct outreach utilizing Phenom ATS and Sense messaging systems.
- Implemented recruitment strategies that streamline the hiring process and reduce time-to-fill.
- Conduct in-depth interviews to assess candidate qualifications, experience, and cultural fit for various roles.
- Completed background checks and all onboarding requirements. Compliance with HR and EEOC guidelines and employment laws.
Technical Recruiter (Contract)
Ranstad USA - Supporting GOOGLE
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Specialized in technical recruiting for engineering and IT roles, sourcing highly skilled SWE candidates in a competitive market.
- Used LinkedIn X-ray, Boolean search, and targeted sourcing techniques to build a strong talent pipeline.
- Screened and interviewed candidates for technical and cultural alignment with hiring needs.
- Provided detailed candidate assessments and recommendations to hiring managers for optimized selection.
- Managed applicant tracking system (ATS) updates, ensuring accurate candidate documentation and compliance.
- Reduced average hiring time by 30% by proactively identifying and engaging passive candidates.
Internal Recruiter
PDS Tech
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed and executed recruiting strategies that increased applicant flow by 40% in aerospace and defense hiring.
- Partnered with hiring managers to understand role requirements and adjust sourcing tactics accordingly.
- Organized hiring events and job fairs to attract top talent for technical and corporate positions.
- Maintained compliance with EEOC regulations, ensuring equitable hiring practices across all levels.
- Consulted job seekers on salary negotiations, career progression, and industry trends.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Fast Pace Health
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed full-cycle recruiting for healthcare professionals, including X-ray techs, front desk staff, nurse practitioners, and more.
- Used iCIMS ATS to track candidate applications, manage sourcing pipelines, and ensure efficient hiring workflows.
- Facilitated offer negotiations, offer letters, and onboarding to streamline the hiring process.
- Scheduled and coordinated interviews between hiring managers and candidates, ensuring a smooth candidate experience.
- Developed a targeted sourcing strategy to fill roles efficiently and maintain a strong candidate pipeline.
- Built strong relationships with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and provide tailored recruitment solutions.
- Contract Ended
Recruiting Assistant
PrideStaff Staffing
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Managed full-cycle recruiting for executive, managerial, and specialized positions across various industries.
- Facilitated job application processes, including background checks, drug screening, and I-9 verification.
- Maintained ATS and HR databases, ensuring accurate documentation of candidate information.
- Provided training and mentorship to new recruiters, improving overall hiring efficiency.
- Executed diversity hiring strategies to support an inclusive recruitment approach.
Staffing Coordinator
Lake Charles Memorial Health System
01.2016 - 11.2019
- Coordinated workforce schedules and shift planning to maximize staffing efficiency for 8 floors
- Provided medical records and administrative support .
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with internal departments to improve workforce planning.
- Working closely with the on call physician and house supervisor to manage patient care.
Education
Associate Of Applied Science - Homeland Security
Lamar Institute of Technology
Beaumont, TXHigh School Diploma -
Parkview High School
Sulphur, LASkills
- Job posting optimization
- Data-driven decision making
- Recruitment process outsourcing
- Diversity and inclusion
- High Placement Success Rate: Consistently place 90% of sourced candidates, earning recognition for precision matchmaking
- Hard-to-Fill Roles: Placed two candidates in a niche role within one month—without paid sourcing tools
- Boolean Search Expert: Use LinkedIn X-ray, Google Boolean, and AI-powered sourcing to find talent others overlook
- Career Coaching & Consulting: Provided resume optimization, interview prep, and job search strategy guidance to job seekers, improving their hiring outcomes
- 5-Star Rated Recruiter: Consistently rated top-tier by both hiring managers and job seekers for expertise, communication, and results
- Trusted by Hiring Managers: Serve as a strategic advisor to employers, improving hiring strategies and candidate engagement
- Recruitment & Talent Acquisition: Full-cycle recruiting, candidate sourcing, talent pipeline development
- Boolean Search & Advanced Sourcing: LinkedIn X-ray, Google Boolean, AI-powered sourcing
- ATS & HR Tech: Bullhorn, iCIMS, ADP, Phenom, SAP, Workday, Etc
- Microsoft Office, Excel, and Spreadsheets
- Career Coaching & Consulting: Resume optimization, interview prep, and job search strategies
- Compliance & Employment Law: EEOC regulations, background checks, onboarding
Timeline
Recruiter/Supervisor
Onin Staffing
09.2023 - Current
Technical Recruiter (Contract)
Ranstad USA - Supporting GOOGLE
06.2022 - 09.2023
Internal Recruiter
PDS Tech
09.2021 - 06.2022
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Fast Pace Health
06.2021 - 08.2021
Recruiting Assistant
PrideStaff Staffing
11.2019 - 06.2021
Staffing Coordinator
Lake Charles Memorial Health System
01.2016 - 11.2019
Associate Of Applied Science - Homeland Security
Lamar Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
Parkview High School
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