Kevin Hockaday

About Kevin Hockaday

A results- oriented business professional with exceptional leadership skills, a proven…

Experience

1. Talent Sourcing Partner

   Fort Wayne Metals

   Oct 2021 — Present

   Consults and influences hiring managers on best-practice talent assessment, selection risks and talent assumptions •Maximizes networking and sourcing trends including extensive use of social media, comprehensive behavioral based interviewing, and candidate assessment skills. •Develops, facilitates, and implements all phases of the recruitment process. •Proactively manages and builds pipeline of qualified candidates for key positions. •Works with compensation personnel to determine a market rate salary for each new hire. •Identifies and implements efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on the available role, industry standards, and the needs of the organization •Screens applications and selects qualified candidates. •Engages leaders in supportive hiring practices (e.g. social media engagement, presentations, job fairs). •Collaborates with the hiring manager and/or other human resource staff during the offer process, identifying and recommending salary ranges, incentives, start dates, and other pertinent details. •Attends and participates in college job fairs and recruiting sessions. •Participates in succession planning activities. •Coordinates administrative tasks related to the recruiting/hiring cycle, including reporting to governmental agencies and internal customers. •Participates in other activities such as investigations, coaching, and corrective action, as needed.