Jessica A.D. Pointer
About Jessica A.D. Pointer
Jessica A.D. Pointer is a Talent Acquisition Manager currently working at Share Our Strength | No Kid Hungry since 2018. She has extensive experience in human resources and staffing, having held various roles at organizations such as Tetra Tech and the Vermont Council on World Affairs.
Current Role at Share Our Strength
Jessica A.D. Pointer serves as the Talent Acquisition Manager at Share Our Strength | No Kid Hungry. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the organization's mission of ending childhood hunger in the United States. In her role, she is responsible for overseeing recruitment strategies and processes to attract top talent to the organization. Her work supports the overall goals of Share Our Strength in creating a workforce dedicated to making a positive impact on children's lives.
Previous Experience at Tetra Tech
Jessica A.D. Pointer has extensive experience at Tetra Tech, where she worked in various roles related to human resources. She served as a Human Resources Staffing Specialist from 2013 to 2016 and later as a Senior Human Resources Staffing Specialist from 2017 to 2018. During her tenure, she focused on staffing solutions and recruitment processes, enhancing the company's ability to meet its workforce needs. Additionally, she worked as a Contracts Staffing Specialist from 2009 to 2013, further developing her expertise in human resources.
Board Membership at Vermont Council on World Affairs
Jessica A.D. Pointer was a Board Member at the Vermont Council on World Affairs from 2010 to 2017. During her seven-year tenure, she engaged in initiatives aimed at promoting global understanding and cooperation. Her involvement in the council reflects her commitment to international relations and community engagement in Vermont.
Educational and Professional Background
Jessica A.D. Pointer has a diverse professional background that includes roles in education and human resources. She worked as an Instructor for World Learning, teaching courses such as Arts and Social Change and Effective Multicultural Teamwork. Additionally, she served as a Graduate Admissions Counselor at Sit Graduate Institute from 2002 to 2007. Her early career included a position with Americorps, where she contributed to community service initiatives.
Roles in Institutional Relations and Strategic Development
In her career, Jessica A.D. Pointer has also held significant positions in institutional relations and strategic development. She was the Institutional Relations Manager at The School For Field Studies for seven months in 2008-2009. Furthermore, she served as the Director of Strategic Development and Recruitment at Languagecorps from 2007 to 2008. These roles highlight her skills in building partnerships and developing recruitment strategies.