Shawn Steward

About Shawn Steward

As a recruiter, I am passionate about placing great people in awesome positions. It is my duty to ensure that candidates who have a goal to succeed are paired with career opportunities that demonstrate challenges, growth, and excellence. Let\'s get connected!

Experience

1. Technical Recruiter (Remote)

   Apv

   Oct 2019 — Present

   Performs full-cycle recruitment for mid to senior-level positions in a corporate and government contracting capacity. Successfully placed Project Managers,Salesforce Developers, Senior Salesforce Consultants, Business Analysts, Proposal Managers,Instructional System Designers, Pricing Analysts, Contract Managers, Information Engineers, Principal IT Advisors, Appian Developers, Full Stack Developers, Instructional System Designers, and Program Directors in support of CMS, HRSA, DOL, DHS, HHS, Air Force, DOD, and corporate clients. Simultaneously manages up to 20+ requisitions and identifies and recruits key personnel and contract staff for multiple government proposals and business development initiatives for Cybersecurity and Intelligence & Security. Manages key personnel’s expectations and candidate experience during the entire proposal to award phase. Serves as the liaison between managers and candidates while awaiting contracts to be awarded.Use social media campaigns to attract top talent using unique marketing and non-traditional recruiting methods. Cultivates and maintains a high volume pipeline of candidates for numerous clients by making 50+ cold calls/texts/emails daily, asking for referrals, and posting job ads after winning new recruitment assignments. Built a network of candidates by sourcing with tools such as LinkedIn,(and other social media outlets), Monster, Dice, Indeed, and Boolean string searches. Conducts phone, in-person/virtual interviews, and review resumes to find the most qualified IT professionals.Perform detailed and thorough reference checks, review resumes, and evaluate candidates to find the most qualified IT professional for the client\'s requirements. Manage applicant process and experience through ATS (CATS).Manages interview scheduling for the recruiting team: confirmed availability of interviewees, and set up meetings.Proven organizational skills with high attention to detail.Delivers exceptional customer service.

Education

• American Military University

  Associate of Science - AS

  2018 — 2020

• University of Maryland Global Campus

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

  2020 — 2023