Vanessa Benson
About Vanessa Benson
Vanessa Benson is a Talent Acquisition Specialist with extensive experience in recruitment and staffing across various organizations. She has held multiple roles in the industry since 2004, including positions at Oracle Corporation, Kelly Services, and Recology.
Work at Recology
Vanessa Benson currently serves as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Recology, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing recruiting and sourcing plans, collaborating with hiring managers to create tailored interview questions, and participating in local outreach to ensure a diverse talent pool. She also works closely with the Talent Acquisition Manager on various recruitment-related projects and initiatives.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Vanessa Benson has extensive experience in recruitment and talent acquisition across several organizations. She worked at Oracle Corporation as a Recruitment Coordinator for three months in 2010. From 2019 to 2020, she held the position of Recruiting Coordinator & Talent Sourcer at Bellwether Coffee. Additionally, she served as MSP Service Manager/Recruiting Manager at Advantage xPO from 2020 to 2021. Her background includes roles at Kelly Services, where she was an Onsite Manager and Senior Staffing Specialist, and a Recruiter in various capacities.
Education and Qualifications
Vanessa Benson completed her high school education at Silver Creek High School, where she achieved a diploma from 1999 to 2003. Her educational background laid the foundation for her career in recruitment and human resources, equipping her with essential skills for her roles in various organizations.
Recruitment Strategies and Community Engagement
In her recruitment roles, Vanessa Benson develops recruiting and sourcing plans by networking with local schools and organizations. She actively attends industry and local networking events to stay updated on recruiting trends and best practices. Her commitment to community engagement includes participating in outreach efforts to ensure a diverse talent pool, highlighting her focus on inclusivity in recruitment.
Career Progression and Roles
Vanessa Benson's career in recruitment spans multiple roles and organizations. She began her career as a Recruitment Coordinator at 300 Bowling Centers in 2007 and progressed through various positions, including Regional Staffing Coordinator at AccentCare and multiple roles at Kelly Services. Her diverse experience across different sectors has contributed to her expertise in talent acquisition.