I've been with the Kforce family for 8 years starting as an I.T. Recruiter to now overseeing two high-octane delivery teams supporting the firm's top customer and focusing on our client's greatest pains created by critical talent scarcity.
I'm proud to have started our Specialty Recruiting practice in the National Recruiting Center in 2013 taking a national approach to sourcing, engaging and placing Business Intelligence (Big Data, Data Visualization, Data Science/Predictive Analytics), Mobility, UI, ERP and CRM professionals with almost 200 consultants on assignment and a talent network of 500+ professionals in our areas of focus.
We have recently expanded a division of Specialty to support our Advisory & Solutions team of highly skilled best in class Business Intelligence and Project/Engagement Management consultants with expertise on Data Visualization, Big Data and Data Governance focused on specialized thought leadership and B.I. strategy for our customers. Partnering with them to plan and implement Data Migrations & upgrades, Big Data technologies, Cutting edge analytics and Data Visualization platforms/training.
Our tool agnostic approach helps our customers find & implement the best way data & analytics can work for them!
**Service Delivery Capabilities in project team staffing, project management, managed staffing and outsourced solutions**
My scope expands outside of our corporate HQ with delivery teams in Atlanta, Dallas and Seattle supporting the firm's largest customer as a Professional Services Strategic Partner with their I.T. needs. Assisting with delivery strategy, prioritization and performance management all while working alongside a talented/driven/hilarious group of individuals - There is never a dull moment!
Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family, watching my son learn new things everyday, fishing (large mouth bass), wine tasting and dabbling with dashboard creation & visualization with Tableau (8.1/9)
Director, Specialty Recruiting & Premier Partner Delivery @ Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President of Talent Acquisition, Strategy and Innovation, I am responsible for oversight, strategy and direction of the firm's only centralized/national recruiting team solely focused on high demand, low supply skill sets specifically within Business Intelligence (Big Data Development/Architecture), Data Visualization, Predictive Analytics/Data Science, Mobility & ERP/CRM.
That basically means - my team proactively supports all of our firms' customers in these skill areas - All while breaking records in results & metrics across the nation! Engaging project teams, thought leaders, and consultants for a plethora of opportunities.
Current Projects:
*Delivery models to both Specialized & Common I.T. skill sets for our talent acquisition teams nationwide*
*R&D of Emerging Technologies and Sales Strategy*
*Training and Development of our firms' next top performers*
*Leading the way on how Kforce display/track/predicts output and results building comprehensive dashboards and playing with data in Tableau* From July 2014 to Present (1 year 6 months) Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida AreaManager, Specialty Recruiting @ Reporting directly to the SVP of Talent Acquisition and Strategy for Kforce, I am responsible for overseeing a team of 15 specialized recruiters focused on finding top App Dev talent for contract and permanent roles across the nation utilizing cutting edge technology for candidate identification and offering a unique and refreshing engagement experience for both active and passive IT talent. Responsibilities also include strategic planning, client and customer relationship management, training and development, performance management, etc.
Areas of support include Java, UI, .NET, SDET, BI/Data Scientist, Mobility, etc. with dedicated skill set and client alignment From January 2013 to Present (3 years) Response Manager @ Managing a team of 12 Technology recruiters supporting 7 Field Offices and over 50
clients with IT needs.
Responsible for the management of new and recurring requisitions to the team, often strategizing
the allocation of 10-20 new positions daily.
Led daily team meeting to assess current production and monitor individual market
reports
Work directly with upper management to strategize new key initiatives and determine service
level agreements and change management
Perform management reporting duties including Revenue/Headcount Trends, KPI tracking,
scheduling and weekly updates to senior level field partners From March 2011 to December 2012 (1 year 10 months) Lead Recruiter @ Successfully exceeded weekly KPI’s of 200 calls, 12 submittals, 2 client interviews, and 1 start a
week . (Consistently led the team in starts per quarter resulting in promotion)
Analyzed and researched various IT specifications/roles to better understand what client is
seeking communicating directly with Hiring Managers and Project Managers
Qualified candidates during a detailed phone interview to discuss background, job history, skill
sets, technologies used, motivation, salary history, etc and match them against defined job order
criteria.
Devise and carry out strategic sourcing plans that include cold calling, email outreach,
networking, internet research, and database mining to attract both passive and active candidates.
Responsible for mentoring and training junior recruiters From July 2009 to March 2011 (1 year 9 months) Cheerleader/Community Ambassador @ Proud alumni of the TBBC, representing the Buccaneers organization at all home games and over 300 charity events annually. Was selected as a Talent Troupe member partnering with Armed Forces Entertainment on 4 USO Military Appreciation Tours in Australia, Honduras, Ecuador and Hawaii. Starting my professional career at Kforce while juggling a demanding schedule ultimately led me to "hang up my boots" after 3 amazing seasons but I am forever thankful for the experience, opportunity and of course the best seat in the house on gameday! From April 2007 to April 2010 (3 years 1 month) Senior Recruiter @ From August 2007 to July 2009 (2 years)
BS, Telecommunications @ University of Florida From 2003 to 2007 Erin Zaller is skilled in: Tableau