Kirsten Bumgarner
About Kirsten Bumgarner
Kirsten Bumgarner is a Senior US Recruiting Manager in IT at Spectraforce Technologies, where she has worked since 2021. With over eight years of experience in recruitment and HR management, she has held various roles in staffing and human resources across multiple companies.
Work at SPECTRAFORCE Technologies
Kirsten Bumgarner serves as the Senior US Recruiting Manager for IT at Spectraforce Technologies, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she leads a team focused on quality recruitment and internal opportunities. Her responsibilities include overseeing recruitment strategies and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Kirsten is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of IT recruiters, reflecting her commitment to professional development within the field.
Previous Experience in Recruitment and HR Management
Before joining Spectraforce Technologies, Kirsten held various roles in recruitment and human resources. She worked as a Staffing Manager at Advanced Personnel Resources, Inc. from 2015 to 2017, and later as a Recruiting Manager from 2017 to 2021. Additionally, she served as the Human Resources Administrative Manager and Leave Coordinator at Ashley Furniture Industries for one year. Her experience spans over eight years in recruitment, HR management, and compliance.
Educational Background
Kirsten Bumgarner has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from High Point University, completing her studies from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, she studied at Bond University, where she participated in a Study Abroad program in Business Administration for 11 months in 2010. Her education also includes studies in Business Management, Interior Design, and Business Economics.
Career Development and Early Experience
Kirsten began her career at Harris Teeter, where she gained insights into various management styles and developed a strong desire to work closely with clients and customers. Her early roles included positions at Adecco Staffing, USA, where she worked as a Clerical Professional Recruiter, Account Executive, and Branch Manager. These experiences laid the foundation for her extensive career in recruitment and human resources.