Daniel Baker

About Daniel Baker

With over 10 years of experience in recruiting and talent acquisition, I am a passionate and skilled professional who strives to find and secure the best talent. I have a strong background in HR, employee benefits, management, interviewing, and training, which enables me to handle the full cycle of recruiting, from sourcing to onboarding, for various roles and levels.As a Recruiter II at SimpliSafe, I work with the hiring managers and the HR team to initiate job requirements, qualify candidates, and schedule and conduct interviews. At Lowe\'s, I managed and reviewed the staffing planner and the payroll for over 160 associates. Additionally, I administered and monitored background checks, drug screens, and career portals. I enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, where I can contribute to the growth and success of my employer and its employees.

Experience

1. Talent Specialist

   Virginia Department Of Health

   Apr 2025 — Present · Richmond, VA, US

   Serve as a strategic talent partner to VDH’s Central Office, and Districts managing full-cycle recruitment to attract mission-aligned professionals who support public health across Virginia.Collaborate closely with hiring managers to create tailored recruitment plans, ensuring alignment with agency goals and values.Write clear, compelling job postings that reflect each department’s needs while promoting equity and accessibility.Guide candidates and hiring teams through every step of the process—from resume screening to interview logistics—while delivering a transparent, thoughtful candidate experience.Maintain accurate and compliant recruitment documentation in state systems (PageUp, Cardinal, ServiceNow) while meeting key deadlines and benchmarks.Track and report on recruitment data to identify trends, recommend process improvements, and help drive smarter hiring decisions.Foster a collaborative, service-oriented hiring culture by building trusted relationships with HR partners and department leaders.

Education

• Virginia Commonwealth University

  Bachelor's degree, Psychology

  1991 — 1993

Skills

• Resume Writing
• Staffing Services
• Human Resources
• Job Fairs
• Organizational Development
• Customer Service
• Interviews
• Personnel Management
• Internet Recruiting
• New Hire Orientations
• Workforce Planning
• Temporary Placement
• Executive Search
• Cold Calling
• Succession Planning
• Training
• Taleo
• Benefits Administration
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Sourcing
• College Recruiting
• Contract Recruitment
• Performance Management
• Technical Recruiting
• Job Descriptions
• Interviewing
• Talent Acquisition
• Talent Management
• Recruiting
• Hiring
• Deferred Compensation
• Management
• Onboarding
• Screening Resumes
• Career Counseling
• Leadership
• Employee Benefits
• Employee Relations
• Hris