Nicole Clemente
About Nicole Clemente
Nicole Clemente is a Market Manager and Talent Director at Kforce Inc, specializing in recruiting for technology roles such as Java Developers and Data Engineers. With a background in patient access at OHSU and extensive experience in technical recruitment, she emphasizes building relationships grounded in respect and integrity.
Current Role at Kforce
Nicole Clemente currently serves as Market Manager and Senior Talent Manager at Kforce Inc. in Portland, Oregon. She has held this position since 2019, overseeing recruitment strategies and managing talent acquisition efforts. Her role involves identifying and recruiting candidates for various technical positions, including Java Developers, Front End Developers, Data Engineers, and Mobile Developers. Nicole's focus is on building strong relationships with both candidates and clients, ensuring alignment with organizational values.
Previous Experience at OHSU
Nicole Clemente worked at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) as a Patient Access Specialist from 2014 to 2016. During her two-year tenure, she gained valuable experience in patient services and access management. Prior to this role, she also completed a three-month internship at OHSU in 2014, where she further developed her skills in a healthcare setting. This experience contributed to her understanding of client needs and service delivery.
Technical Recruitment Experience
Before her current role at Kforce, Nicole worked as a Technical Recruiter from 2016 to 2019. In this position, she specialized in sourcing and recruiting candidates for technical roles, enhancing her expertise in the technology sector. Her experience as a recruiter has equipped her with the skills necessary to identify top talent in a competitive market, particularly in areas such as Java, AWS, and mobile development.
Education and Expertise
Nicole Clemente earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Oregon State University, completing her studies from 2009 to 2014. Her educational background laid the foundation for her career in recruitment and talent management. She possesses expertise in various technologies, including Java, AWS, Node.js, React, Redux, Python, Spark, SQL, iOS, Android, Swift, and Kotlin, which supports her effectiveness in recruiting for technical positions.
Professional Values and Approach
Nicole focuses on building relationships with candidates and clients based on core values of respect, integrity, and trust. Her approach to recruitment emphasizes understanding the needs of both parties, fostering a collaborative environment that benefits all stakeholders involved. This commitment to professional values enhances her effectiveness as a Market Manager and Talent Director.