Jessica Callahan-Steele

About Jessica Callahan-Steele

Hi, I’m Jessica — a Talent Acquisition Specialist who thrives on the challenge of filling hard-to-fill roles and creating a memorable candidate experience. With a background in college career counseling at Penn State and a strong foundation in service through AmeriCorps, I bring a people-first approach to recruiting that’s grounded in empathy, creativity, and strategy.I’m passionate about connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities that help organizations grow and thrive. Whether it’s crafting precise Boolean searches, uncovering passive candidates on niche platforms, or hosting engaging recruitment events, I love using innovative tools and techniques to find the perfect fit.At my core, I’m driven by curiosity and care — for the people I work with, the candidates I meet, and the lasting impact of every hire.And when I’m not deep in sourcing strategies or refining candidate journeys, you’ll likely find me wrapped up in a good mystery novel, with my mischievous (and admittedly spoiled) cat keeping me company.

Experience

1. Talent Acquisition Specialist

   St. Onge Company

   Oct 2023 — Present · York, PA, US

   Sourced and attracted high‑quality active and passive candidates through direct sourcing, referrals, social media, college recruiting, and professional networks.• Developed and executed targeted recruiting strategies in partnership with hiring managers to meet current and future workforce needs.• Built and maintained strong relationships with hiring managers, providing regular updates on recruitment progress, market insights, and hiring recommendations.• Crafted compelling outreach and recruiting communications to engage passive candidates and strengthen employer branding.• Created and managed a robust talent pipeline to support ongoing and anticipated hiring demands.• Established and maintained partnerships with colleges, universities, and diverse professional organizations to recruit early‑career and diverse talent.• Utilized and maintained Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to manage candidate data, track recruiting activity, and ensure compliance.• Led the offer process, including extending offers, negotiating terms, generating offer letters, and successfully closing candidates.• Supported onboarding activities to ensure a smooth transition and positive new‑hire experience.• Delivered an exceptional candidate experience from initial contact through offer and onboarding.• Stayed current on recruiting best practices, sourcing techniques, and employment laws to ensure effective and compliant hiring practices.• Ensured compliance with state and federal employment guidelines throughout the interview and hiring process.• Provided data‑driven salary analyses to support market‑aligned compensation decisions across the organization.• Collaborated with third‑party recruitment partners while building internal recruiting capabilities, decreasing agency dependency.

Education

• Tennessee Technological University

  Bachelor's degree, History and Leadership

Skills

• Training
• Public Speaking
• Higher Education
• Time Management
• Recruiting
• Research
• Interviews
• Leadership
• Student Development
• Student Affairs
• Social Networking
• Career Counseling
• Career Development
• Event Planning
• Management
• Academic Advising
• Leadership Development
• Community Outreach
• Resume Writing
• Higher Education Administration
• Staff Development
• Program Development
• Teaching
• Conflict Resolution
• Program Management
• Adult Education
• Student Counseling
• Student Leadership
• Curriculum Design
• Access
• Organizational Development
• College Recruiting
• Mock Interviews
• Nonprofits
• Admissions
• Facebook
• Spss
• Policy
• Critical Thinking
• Volunteer Management