Shelby Alavekios

About Shelby Alavekios

Hi, I’m Shelby!Follow me for: Updates on all things Viasat Insights into our hiring process Tips & tricks for candidates to stand out Sourcing strategies for recruiters and sourcersSkills & ExpertiseTalent Sourcing & Strategic SourcingRecruitment Marketing & Mass MessagingCRM Systems (Smashfly, JobVite, Symphony Talent)Applicant Tracking Systems (Taleo)Program Design & Military Recruitment ProgramsRecruitment Strategy & Candidate Experience EnhancementWhat I DoDesign and implement innovative sourcing strategies to identify top talent for critical roles, including those requiring security clearances.Leverage advanced sourcing techniques across social media, job boards, networking events, and talent databases.Build and maintain pipelines for hard-to-fill positions.Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to align sourcing efforts with business objectives.Conduct initial candidate screenings to assess qualifications, experience, and cultural fit.Maintain accurate candidate records in ATS and CRM platforms (Taleo, Smashfly, JobVite, Symphony Talent).Stay ahead of industry trends and best practices in talent acquisition.Represent Amentum at career fairs, networking events, and recruitment activities.What I KnowRecruitment Marketing and mass messaging are my sweet spot.Extensive experience sourcing talent in federal contracting, defense, and aerospace.Skilled in recruiting for positions requiring security clearances (including Full Scope Poly).Proficient in ATS platforms and sourcing tools—if I haven’t used it yet, I’ll master it quickly!Thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments with multiple priorities.Knowledgeable in federal hiring regulations (OFCCP compliance).

Experience

1. Sr Recruiter

   Viasat

   Feb 2026 — Present

Education

• Syracuse University (SUNY ESF)

  Wildlife Science, Wildlife Biology

  2009 — 2013