Justine Ramsey

About Justine Ramsey

As a seasoned Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant with extensive experience in the insurance industry, I am dedicated to aligning top talent with the right career opportunities. My passion lies in creating meaningful connections between candidates and organizations, ensuring both parties thrive.I excel in engaging and guiding candidates through the recruitment process, from initial outreach to successful onboarding, helping them find fulfilling careers. Witnessing the positive impact of my work on both the company and individuals is incredibly rewarding.Being a recruiter has not only shaped my professional journey but has also enriched my personal life. I am committed to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment, driving diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, and curating a culture of excellence.I am always open to connecting with like-minded professionals and exploring new opportunities to grow and contribute to the recruitment landscape.

Experience

1. Talent Acquisition Consultant (Technical IT)

   CSAA Insurance Group

   Oct 2021 — Present · Buffalo, NY, US

   Proactive Talent Sourcing: Identify and attract top talent through innovative job postings, strategic referrals, and direct sourcing methods, including social media engagement, networking events, and targeted cold calls.• Exceptional Candidate Experience: Craft a seamless and positive candidate journey that resonates with our employment brand. Regularly audit feedback, implement enhancements, and provide valuable insights to leadership to ensure a high standard of candidate engagement.• Strategic Leader Collaboration: Partner closely with leaders during intake sessions to define role requirements, create ideal candidate profiles, and develop comprehensive recruiting strategies with a strong focus on diversity. Equip leaders with real-time market updates to set realistic expectations and navigate current labor market conditions.• HR Partnership and Insights: Foster strong relationships with HR partners to stay informed about organizational updates, share market trends, and address both employee and candidate perceptions. Utilize internal feedback from employee experience surveys and external feedback from platforms like Survale, Qualtrics, LinkedIn, Indeed, and Glassdoor to refine our approach.• Diversity and Inclusion Advocacy: Drive organizational diversity by implementing strategic sourcing methods, collaborating with Regional Diversity Councils and Employee Resource Groups, and advising leaders on reducing bias in selection processes. Work closely with HR Business Partners and HR Consultants to support the development and advancement of underrepresented talent.

Education

• Erie Community College

  Associate's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General

  1992 — 1995

• Daemen University

  Bachelors, Business Administration and Management, General

  1995 — 1999

• Kenmore West Sr. High School

  High School, Regents

  1988 — 1992

• Medaille University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business

  2001 — 2003

Skills

• Technical Recruiting
• Budget Management
• Organizational Development
• Benefits Administration
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Employee Benefits
• College Recruiting
• Management
• Talent Acquisition
• Personnel Management
• Internet Recruiting
• Resume Writing
• Excel
• Training
• Onboarding
• Career Counseling
• Microsoft Excel
• Leadership
• Recruiting
• Personnel Selection
• Networking
• Employee Relations
• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Human Resources
• Access
• Employee Engagement
• Personnel Recruiting
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Interviews
• Leadership Development
• New Hire Orientations
• Talent Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Fundraising
• Budgets
• Hris
• Background Checks
• Workforce Planning