Shirley Thomas Gavelan
About Shirley Thomas Gavelan
Shirley Thomas Gavelan is a Talent Acquisition Manager at Bixal, where she has worked since 2019 in Fairfax, Virginia. She has a diverse background in human resources, having held positions at various organizations, and holds multiple degrees in psychology and technology.
Work at Bixal
Shirley Thomas Gavelan has served as the Talent Acquisition Manager at Bixal since 2019. In this role, she has focused on enhancing recruitment processes through human-centered strategies. Gavelan has also been involved in recruitment marketing initiatives aimed at attracting diverse talent pools. Her contributions have led to improvements in customer experience for federal partners by leveraging transformative technologies.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Bixal, Gavelan worked at D2 Engineering as the Human Resources Manager from 2013 to 2017. She also served as a Study Session Leader at the University of Maryland for four months in 2013. Following her tenure at D2 Engineering, she worked as a Junior Human Resources Analyst at CNPC PERU from 2017 to 2018. This diverse experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of talent acquisition and human resources.
Education and Expertise
Gavelan has a strong educational background in psychology and human resources. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, completing her studies from 2012 to 2014. She furthered her education with a Master's Degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from the same institution, which she completed from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she studied Architectural Technology at Montgomery College, obtaining an Associate of Science degree from 2005 to 2011. In 2020, she achieved a Certificate in Digital Marketing from General Assembly.
Skills and Contributions
Shirley Thomas Gavelan has demonstrated expertise in recruitment and human resources management. Her skills include implementing human-centered strategies to improve recruitment processes and enhancing customer experience through technology. Gavelan's involvement in recruitment marketing initiatives has been pivotal in attracting a diverse range of candidates, reflecting her commitment to inclusive hiring practices.