Brian Felsten

Brian Felsten

Talent Acquisition

(630) 697-3817

bfelsten@yahoo.com

  www.linkedin.com/in/BrianFelsten

BACKGROUND­

Results-driven corporate and high-volume recruiting professional with a proven track record of reducing time-to-hire. Has expertise in developing recruitment strategies and fostering positive candidate experiences. Highly skilled at identifying top talent and building strong candidate pipelines, behavioral interviewing, ATS implementation, high-level communication, and problem solving.

EXPERIENCE

Senior Regional Recruiter                                                                                                                                                            

Leaf Home Enhancements – Bolingbrook, IL

2019-2024

Filled corporate and high-volume entry to management level positions. Managed high priority markets while working closely with directors to engage team. Regularly recognized as top performer.

• Worked with managers to understand hiring needs and strategically identified methods of attracting top talent
• Managed all phases of recruitment; primary point of contact for new hires during onboarding
• Utilized, assisted in customizing automation with Applicant Tracking Systems (UKG, Fountain)
• Trained and mentored recruiters to enhance their recruiting skills and performance
• Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations

Recruiting Director

Leaf Home Enhancements (Window Works)

Managed recruiting staff and successfully implemented multiple recruiting processes while reducing time to hire. Increased bookings and show rate for all positions.

• Collaborated with HR to streamline recruitment processes and improve time-to-fill metrics
• Managed relationships with hiring platform companies to ensure maximum spend value
• Ensured all recruiting activities were consistent with company policies and standards
• Interviewed candidates, approved job offers, and presented verbal and written offers
• Implemented and managed three Applicant Tracking Systems (Workable, Bird Dog, Jazz HR)
• Onboarded and trained employees

Regional Recruiter—Chicago, IL                                                                                                                                                 

Hudson Energy

2015-2019

Created and successfully implemented all passive and active recruitment methods in the Midwest market. Helped increase market staff by 90% and decreased turnover rate during tenure.

• Performed phone screens and in person interviews
• Organized hiring events, spoke at schools, and attended job fairs
• Managed ATS (Compas) and productivity reports
• Managed on-boarding process and employee orientation
• Fielded and resolved, any employee relations issues; recommended secondary courses of action

Performance Auditor, Trainer—Oak Brook, IL                                                                                                                      

ERS., Inc.

2011-2015

Ensured staff adherence to FDCPA regulations and company policies. Audited 20-25% of company employees monthly

with 100% accuracy rating. Managed daily tracking reports, trained employees.

Monitored staff for best practices and FDCPA adherence

Managed daily tracking reports

Trained employees on company and federal policies and procedures

Program Director 

Fox Sports Radio - Chicago, IL

2002-2010

Managed station operations.  Interviewed, hired, and on-boarded all operations, programming, and marketing staff. Developed internship program and spoke at colleges, hiring events.  Increased ratings and revenue.  Hosted “morning drive” talk show.

Interviewed, hired, and on-boarded all operations, programming, and marketing staff

Developed internship program and spoke at colleges and hiring events

Negotiated programming contracts with broadcast networks

Managed Production Department