Maria I. Gomez

About Maria I. Gomez

Results-driven Senior Recruiter and Talent Acquisition Leader with 15+ years of experience delivering high-volume hiring and strategic talent solutions across industries including manufacturing, hospitality, engineering, aerospace, construction, and professional services.I specialize in connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities while helping organizations scale through efficient, people-focused recruiting strategies. From entry-level to leadership roles, I have built strong talent pipelines and implemented recruiting programs that improve hiring speed, retention, and team performance.My strengths include leading high-volume recruiting initiatives, partnering with hiring leaders to anticipate workforce needs, and using modern recruiting technology to streamline hiring processes and elevate the candidate experience.I’m passionate about building strong recruiting teams through mentorship, training, and collaborative leadership—creating environments where both people and businesses thrive.Whether you’re a professional exploring your next opportunity or a leader building a high-performing team, I welcome the chance to connect and start a conversation about talent, growth, and opportunity.Great teams start with the right connections.

Experience

1. Talent Acquisition Specialist

   MasterCorp, Inc.

   Apr 2025 — Present · Orlando, FL, US

   Supported recruitment efforts for 12 high-volume resort properties, specializing in housekeeping staff and related support roles.• Conducted prescreening calls and candidate assessments to ensure quality hiring decisions aligned with staffing requirements and goals.• Coordinated and scheduled interviews between candidates and partnered with hiring resort managers to maintain a steady talent pipeline.• Utilized Workday to create, post, and manage new requisitions; linked child requisitions; updated job postings as needed; and used the Mastermind platform to check rehire eligibility and generate forecast reports.• Ran background checks and monitored results to ensure compliance with company hiring policies and timely onboarding of new hires.• Tracked onboarding progress, maintained detailed status reports, and ensured completion of all pre-hire requirements.• Generated and analyzed staffing-to-target reports to proactively address staffing gaps and maintain full coverage across all properties.• Assisted with new hire orientations to support seamless onboarding and improve employee retention.• Partnered closely with resort management to forecast hiring needs and develop targeted recruitment strategies to meet seasonal and operational demands.

Education

• Osceola High School

  High School Diploma, General Studies