Cherece Milton
About Cherece Milton
Cherece Milton is a Talent Acquisition Manager specializing in early talent recruitment, currently working at Swinerton. With extensive experience in educational recruitment and a commitment to equity and diversity, she has developed strong university relationships and implemented innovative talent acquisition strategies.
Current Role at Swinerton
Cherece Milton serves as the Talent Acquisition Manager for Early Talent at Swinerton, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on enhancing recruitment efforts by establishing relationships with universities. Her work emphasizes equity and anti-racism in the hiring process, ensuring that diverse candidates are considered for opportunities within the organization. Milton has pioneered initiatives within the recruitment division to improve talent acquisition strategies, demonstrating her commitment to effective hiring practices.
Previous Experience at Teach For America
Prior to her current role, Cherece Milton worked at Teach For America in various capacities. She served as the Senior Recruitment Director for the High Volume Market from 2016 to 2020, where she was responsible for sourcing and interviewing thousands of candidates for high-impact roles. Earlier, she held the position of Recruitment Manager from 2013 to 2015 and later became the Recruitment Director from 2015 to 2016. Her experience at Teach For America provided her with extensive knowledge in nonprofit recruitment and talent acquisition.
Educational Background
Cherece Milton holds a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism from Northwest Missouri State University. Additionally, she earned a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Leadership and Administration from Texas Southern University, completing her studies from 2011 to 2013. Her educational background supports her expertise in talent acquisition and management within educational and nonprofit sectors.
Teaching Experience
Before transitioning into recruitment, Cherece Milton worked as an English Teacher at Texans Can Academies from 2011 to 2013. During her time there, she also served as the English Department Chair for a period of 10 months in 2012. This teaching experience provided her with insights into the educational landscape, which she leverages in her current role in talent acquisition.
Focus on Diversity and Inclusion
Cherece Milton is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion within the hiring process. She engages in diversity programming and initiatives aimed at fostering inclusive hiring practices. Her strong focus on ensuring equity and anti-racism in recruitment reflects her commitment to creating a diverse workforce that meets organizational needs.