San Diego, CA
Paul Goldenberg
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/pagoldenberg/
SUMMARY
Dynamic Senior Contract Recruiter with 13 years of experience in talent acquisition and recruitment strategy execution. Developed and
implemented recruitment processes, filling 50+ positions swiftly and achieving 15% annual cost savings by negotiating contracts with
vendors. Seeking to leverage skills in recruitment strategies and process optimization to drive organizational growth.
EXPERIENCE
Senior Contract Recruiter
FWDThink, LLC | Part-time
Nov 2022 - Nov 2023, San Diego, CA
• Developed and implemented talent acquisition strategies that aligned with organizational objectives, resulting in streamlined
recruitment processes and successful placement of candidates in both technical and non-technical roles.
• Executed full-life-cycle recruiting, from sourcing to behavioral interviewing, ensuring high-quality talent fit and adherence to
company culture and values.
• Negotiated and secured contracts with six staffing vendors, achieving cost savings of 15% annually and expanding the talent pool
for high-demand roles within the Federal DoD sector.
• Orchestrated high-volume recruitment initiatives, successfully filling 50+ positions within tight deadlines by leveraging ATS tools
and strategic networking avenues.
• Enhanced candidate pipeline efficiency by designing and deploying a specialized CRM system, increasing qualified lead conversion
rates by 25% and shortening time-to-hire by 20% for critical Federal roles.
Senior Technical Recruiter & Talent Advisor
Upwork, Okera, Guideline, QTS
2018 - Sep 2022, Remote | USA
• Led a focused recruitment project, successfully filling 12 IT and Engineering positions for a FinTech start-up within a 10-week
timeframe.
• Efficiently sourced over 250 candidates, resulting in 39 successful placements over a 12-month period, while maintaining an
effective candidate-to-hire ratio of 2.5:1.
• Executed recruitment strategies for a diverse range of positions, encompassing both technical and non-technical roles for a
company providing a comprehensive SaaS benefits platform.
• Partnered with hiring managers to strategically refine job descriptions, leading to a 30% increase in applicant quality and reducing
the average time-to-fill by 20% across technical roles in cloud computing and data management sectors.
• Orchestrated end-to-end recruitment processes for cloud-based tech companies, achieving a 25% increase in offer acceptance rates
by leveraging strategic negotiation techniques and engaging candidate experience programs.
Senior Technical Recruiter/Client Delivery Manager
Quantum Technical Solutions, Disney & DirecTV
2016 - 2018, Remote
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Streamlined the full lifecycle recruiting process, improving efficiency in managing a consistent volume of 25 to 40 job requisitions.
Implemented strategic sourcing techniques to identify and attract top IT talent for a range of technical positions.
Maintained strong recruitment standards, ensuring the acquisition of highly qualified candidates for specialized technology roles.
Spearheaded the development and execution of tailored recruitment strategies, resulting in a 30% reduction in time-to-fill for key
technical positions, while maintaining a talent pool of over 500 prospective candidates.
• Negotiated and closed recruitment contracts with major stakeholders, securing a 25% increase in annual client retention rates and
contributing to an overall revenue growth of $1.2 million.
Senior Recruitment Specialist RPO
AMN Healthcare
2016 - 2016, San Diego, CA
• Analyzed and reported on the effectiveness of sourcing strategies, ensuring data-driven insights informed recruitment practices.
• Conducted weekly candidate pre-screening and facilitated their submission to recruiters, bolstering the talent acquisition process for
diverse healthcare roles.
• Streamlined the full recruitment lifecycle for multiple healthcare clients, achieving a 25% increase in placement rates by leveraging
advanced applicant tracking systems and data analytics tools.
• Orchestrated large-scale recruitment campaigns for healthcare clients with a focus on precision targeting, resulting in an
improvement in time-to-fill metrics through strategic talent pooling and proactive engagement strategies.
• Spearheaded strategic partnerships with leading healthcare organizations, implementing tailored recruitment solutions that reduced
hiring time by 30% and enhanced candidate quality through rigorous competency-based assessment methodologies.
Senior RPO Recruiter
Talent Fusion by Monster
2015 - 2015, Remote | San Diego, CA
• Developed and implemented effective sourcing strategies across online platforms and social media, enhancing candidate reach for
diverse technical and non-technical positions.
• Successfully recruited qualified candidates by leveraging networking channels, optimizing the talent acquisition process.
• Cultivated strategic partnerships with hiring managers to tailor recruitment strategies, achieving a 30% increase in successful
placements within three months.
• Streamlined the recruitment pipeline by integrating analytics tools, resulting in up to a 50% reduction in time-to-hire and improved
candidate retention rates across diverse industries.
Senior Recruiting Specialist
Independent Virtual Office
2010 - 2015, San Diego, CA
• Successfully recruited top-tier executives, including C-suite and director-level professionals, for a burgeoning cryptocurrency startup.
• Efficiently managed a portfolio of 10 to 50 job requisitions, ensuring a steady pipeline of qualified candidates across diverse
industries.
• Enhanced recruiting strategies by incorporating social media platforms, expanding outreach and candidate engagement.
• Pioneered an analytics-driven recruitment methodology, leading to a 35% reduction in time-to-hire by leveraging data tools to track
and enhance the quality of candidate sourcing and selection processes.
• Spearheaded the development and implementation of a talent acquisition program that improved candidate retention rates by 25%,
utilizing advanced ATS (Applicant Tracking System) technologies to streamline recruitment processes and enhance candidate
experience.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Hotel & Restaurant Management
University of Wisconsin-Stout
CERTIFICATIONS
AIRS
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
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Improved Time-to-Hire by 30%, reducing hiring cycle duration from an average of 45 days to 31 days.
Increased Diversity Hiring by 25% by implementing targeted sourcing strategies and creating an inclusive interview process.
Decreased Cost-per-Hire by 15% by eliminating reliance on third-party staffing agencies and optimizing internal sourcing strategies.
Reduced Early Turnover by 10%, contributing to improved employee retention through improved candidate-job fit during the
hiring process.
• Achieved 80% Offer Acceptance Rate by building strong relationships with candidates and providing transparent, competitive
compensation packages.
SKILLS
• Full-Cycle Recruitment: Sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding across various levels and functions
• Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS): Greenhouse, iCIMS, Workday, Lever
• Sourcing Techniques: Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, social media
• Data Analytics & Reporting: Google Sheets, Excel, recruitment dashboards
• Talent Pipeline Development: Passive candidate sourcing, candidate nurturing
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI): Implementing inclusive hiring practices
• Candidate Experience: Streamlining communication and feedback processes
• Negotiation & Offer Management: Salary negotiations, compensation packages
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborating with hiring managers and senior leadership
