Lara J.
About Lara J.
Lara J. is a Senior Resource Manager with over 17 years of recruiting experience, currently working at The Squires Group in Annapolis, MD. She has a background in various industries, including government and healthcare, and actively manages social media content for her organization.
Current Role at The Squires Group
Lara J. serves as the Senior Resource Manager at The Squires Group, a position she has held since 2011. In this role, she leads the training and development of the Resource Management Team and manages the company's social media sites and content. Her responsibilities include overseeing recruitment processes and ensuring effective communication within the organization.
Previous Experience in Recruitment and Management
Lara J. has over 17 years of recruiting experience across various sectors. She worked as a Senior Recruiter at Accountants International from 2005 to 2009, where she developed a Finance/Accounting Network. Prior to that, she served as a Financial/Administrative Manager at the Maryland Department of Natural Resources from 2002 to 2005. Additionally, she held positions at Ingenium Corporation as a Corporate Recruiter/HR Generalist and at Transwestern as a Leasing Assistant.
Education and Expertise
Lara J. graduated from McDaniel College with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, focusing on Industrial and Government Organization, from 1997 to 2001. She has completed various training programs, including Taskology The Science of Getting Things Done and Sandler Sales Boot Camp Training. Her technical skills include proficiency in tools such as Canva, Microsoft Office, Citrix, Taleo, SendOuts, CostPoint 6.0, and iCIMS.
Community Involvement and Networking
Lara J. is actively involved in the Washington, D.C. Oracle Applications Users Group (DCOAUG), where she sits on the Board as the Outreach and Social Media Coordinator. She has developed a strong network of technical professionals throughout the cleared community, enhancing her professional connections and outreach efforts.
Personal Background and Interests
An Annapolis-area native, Lara J. resides in Severna Park, MD, with her Shih Tzu dogs, Lucy and Sadie. She enjoys entertaining family and friends, traveling, and trying new restaurants. Additionally, she has a competitive spirit and remarkable attention to detail, which contribute to her professional success.