Miguel Martinez

Experience

1. Recruiter

   Thompson Hospitality

   May 2025 — Present · Reston, VA, US

   Drive full-cycle recruiting efforts by posting job advertisements, sourcing qualified candidates, conducting interviews and reference checks, and guiding hiring managers through the selection process.•Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to understand talent needs, provide consultative support, and deliver timely, quality hiring solutions.•Manage candidate pipelines through proactive outreach, leveraging sourcing strategies across job boards, social media (especially LinkedIn), and talent communities to build strong talent pools.•Maintain and update applicant tracking system (ATS) data with a high degree of accuracy; generate weekly and monthly recruitment activity reports to support strategic planning.•Serve as a subject matter expert on recruiting best practices, ATS optimization, and sourcing methodologies to enhance hiring efficiency across the organization.•Champion a high-touch candidate experience, ensuring continuous engagement and communication throughout the hiring journey.•Support local hiring efforts with occasional on-site recruiting initiatives and job fairs to deepen community ties and increase visibility of open roles.•Partner with operations and internal teams to nurture a strong referral and sourcing network for current and future hiring needs.

Education

• Westwood College-Annandale

  Associate of Applied Science in Computer Aided Design/Architectural Drafting

  2011 — 2014