Latoya Person

Talent Acquisition and Onboarding Specialist @Catholic Charities West Michigan

Grand Rapids, MI, US

Lead full-cycle recruitment for agency-wide positions, including sourcing, screening, wage conferrals, offer letters, and onboarding• Partner with hiring managers to assess staffing needs and build tailored recruitment strategies aligned with program goals• Develop and maintain pipelines for mission-critical and hard-to-fill roles, including licensed and specialized positions• Utilize innovative sourcing techniques across job boards, ATS platforms, social media, and community partnerships• Manage the applicant tracking system (ATS), including job postings, user permissions, interview workflows, and metrics reporting• Facilitate the onboarding process by preparing welcome materials, initiating background checks, and ensuring completion of new hire paperwork• Coordinate and lead monthly New Hire Orientation sessions, supporting a consistent and mission-driven onboarding experience• Ensure all onboarding documentation (auto insurance, direct deposit, job descriptions, licenses) is collected and tracked for compliance• Collaborate with HR team to ensure equity in hiring practices and support retention through seamless onboarding transitions• Promote the agency’s brand and values through targeted outreach, recruitment events, and candidate engagement strategies• Support talent optimization efforts using tools like the Predictive Index to align hiring decisions with team dynamics• Analyze recruitment data and metrics to identify trends, track hiring outcomes, and recommend strategic improvements

Grand Rapids Community College

Associate's degree

University of Michigan-Flint

Computer Science

Davenport University

Bachelor’s Degree

Southwestern Academy

High School