Melissa S. Johnson

About Melissa S. Johnson

I am a dynamic leader and seasoned Senior Technical Recruiter with over 20 years of experience building high-performing teams, optimizing talent acquisition strategies, and driving organizational growth. My expertise spans full-cycle recruiting, business development, HR operations, and community engagement, with a proven track record of success across diverse industries, including government contracting, technology, legal, and healthcare.As the Director of Recruiting and head of Business Development, I help organizations identify and secure top talent through customized recruitment solutions, while empowering small businesses through mentorship and workforce development initiatives. In addition, I lead Just Write Consulting, Inc.(JWC), a nonprofit dedicated to providing career training, wrap-around services, and community programs that bridge gaps in employment and education.My career began at the intersection of technology and law, where I trained attorneys and legal teams on firm-specific software and systems. As a Certified Paralegal with experience in Westlaw and legal operations, I bring a unique perspective to recruitment for specialized roles.Key strengths include:Strategic Recruitment Leadership: Proven success leading recruitment teams, filling senior-level roles, and building pipelines for hard-to-fill positions.Business & Community Development: Expertise in securing government contracts, advocating for small businesses, and designing programs that create measurable social impact.Technology-Driven Solutions: Skilled in leveraging ATS platforms, process automation, and analytics to improve efficiency and candidate experience.Community Impact: Actively serve on several workforce advisory boards through Orange Technical College, working to align educational programs with local workforce needs and industry demands.My mission is simple: connect people, businesses, and communities with the resources they need to grow and thrive.

Experience

1. Program Manager

   Just Write Consulting Inc

   Apr 2018 — Present

Education

• University of South Florida

  Certification, Functional Assessment Rating Scale

• University of South Florida

  Certification, Children's Functional Assessment Rating Scale

• International College of Ministry

  Associate of Arts - AA, Ministry

• International College of Ministry

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Christian Counseling

• International College of Ministry

  Master of Arts - MA, Christian Counseling

Skills

• Employee Relations
• College Recruiting
• Workforce Planning
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Sourcing
• Temporary Placement
• Employee Benefits
• Interviewing
• Recruiting
• Training
• Screening
• Payroll
• Management
• Team Building
• Onboarding
• Program Management
• Interviews
• New Hire Orientations
• Leadership
• Human Resources
• Microsoft Office
• Performance Management