Jon Adams
About Jon Adams
Jon Adams serves as the Talent Acquisition Group Leader at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2018. With over 20 years of experience in management and recruiting, he has held various roles in notable companies including Albertsons, Kaiser Permanente, and Safeway.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Jon Adams has served as the Talent Acquisition Group Leader at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2018. In this role, he manages the hiring process for Science and Technology positions, ensuring that the laboratory attracts and retains top talent in these critical fields. His leadership in talent acquisition has contributed to the laboratory's mission of advancing scientific research and innovation.
Professional Experience in Talent Acquisition
Jon Adams has over 20 years of experience in management, operations, recruiting, and human resources. Prior to his current position, he held various roles in talent acquisition, including Senior Director of National Operations - E-Commerce at Albertsons from 2016 to 2018, and Senior Manager of Talent Acquisition and Human Resources at Albertsons from 2015 to 2016. His extensive background includes recruiting positions at Kaiser Permanente, Pac-West Telecomm, and The Clorox Company.
Education and Expertise
Jon Adams completed his high school education at Clovis High School, earning his diploma from 1980 to 1983. He furthered his education at Saint Mary's College of California, where he studied from 2005 to 2007. His educational background, combined with his extensive professional experience, has equipped him with the skills necessary for effective talent acquisition and human resources management.
Career Path and Previous Roles
Throughout his career, Jon Adams has held various positions that have shaped his expertise in human resources and recruiting. He worked as a Division Director at Robert Half International from 1996 to 1999, and as a Senior Manager in Corporate Human Resources at Safeway from 2012 to 2015. His experience also includes roles at Pacific Gas and Electric Company, E & J Gallo Winery, and Exigen Services StarSoft, where he contributed to recruitment and staffing initiatives.