Joshua Bates

About Joshua Bates

Experienced Information Technology Staffing ProfessionalSpecialties: Information Technology / Information Systems StaffingIT / IS Project ManagementApplication Development Network Engineering and Operations Handset / Mobile Development Web SolutionsSolutions ArchitectureInfrastructure Support Data Analysis and ArchitectureQuality Assurance

Experience

1. Senior IT Recruiting Consultant

   Allstate

   May 2021 — Present · Charlotte, NC, US

   Collaborate closely with Business Leaders and Directors to comprehensively understand project scopes and recruitment needs, bridging both technical and functional requirements.• Lead weekly cross-departmental meetings to provide real-time updates on recruitment efforts, utilizing market data and custom reports to educate and align stakeholders on recruitment progress.• Specialize in recruiting for Data Science, Machine Learning, and Data Analytics positions, utilizing cutting-edge technologies within Arity by Allstate.• Expertise spans a diverse range of domains, including Geospatial Data and Ad Tech-specific positions within the Data Science and Machine Learning sectors.• Spearheaded an internal mobility initiative within Allstate\'s Technology Department, enhancing visibility and engagement for internal candidates across the organization.• Manage the majority of Allstate\'s immigration cases within the Technology Department, including H1-B transfers and Green Card processes.• Deliver hands-on, responsive customer service to both internal and external talent, ensuring an efficient and smooth recruitment and onboarding experience.• Proactively source and engage with external candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, expanding Allstate’s talent pool beyond internal applicants.• Demonstrated success in sourcing and hiring diverse talent, with a particular focus on early-career candidates.• Mentor and train new team members and contractors, ensuring successful onboarding and continuous professional development.• Led and participated in the seamless integration of Workday, currently leveraging the platform for daily recruitment operations.• Recruit across a wide array of technologies and roles, including but not limited to: Java, React, ETL, AWS, DevOps, UX, Python, Tableau, Kafka, Kubernetes, Product Managers, Architects, Developers, Lead Developers, Designers, Project Managers, DevOps Managers, Application Support, and Network Specialists.

Education

• University of South Carolina

  Bachelor's degree, Psychology

  2009 — 2013

Skills

• Project Management
• Cold Calling
• Customer Service
• Leadership
• Staffing Services
• Human Resources
• Screening Resumes
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Management
• Recruiting
• Screening
• Time Management
• Sourcing
• Technical Recruiting
• Vendor Management
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Account Management
• Microsoft Word
• Networking