Chuckie Arnold Jr.
Los Angeles
Summary
Strategic and results-driven Talent Acquisition and HR Leader with over 10 years of experience overseeing full-cycle recruitment, workforce planning, and people operations across multiple industries including education, property management, logistics, banking, and legal sectors. Proven track record of improving retention, forecasting recruitment trends, and enhancing organizational performance through strategic talent initiatives and leadership excellence. Known for driving diversity, efficiency, and innovation in people operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of People and Talent Acquisition
Magnolia Public Schools (MPS)
11.2024 - Current
- Lead full-cycle recruitment and onboarding for certificated, classified, and leadership positions across multiple California charter school campuses.
- Develop and manage strategic talent pipelines and partnerships with universities, teacher prep programs, and education networks.
- Plan and execute recruitment events and branding initiatives to attract diverse, high-quality educators and staff.
- Oversee Paycom ATS workflows ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
- Collaborate with executives and principals to forecast staffing needs and align hiring strategies with organizational goals.
- Facilitate onboarding surveys and new-hire orientation to strengthen engagement and retention.
- Administer exit interviews and turnover analyses to guide retention initiatives.
- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across all talent operations.
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Cirrus Asset Management Inc.
12.2022 - 10.2024
- Directed recruitment for 30+ property management and corporate roles, exceeding hiring goals by 35%.
- Implemented sourcing strategies that increased applicant flow by 40% and reduced time-to-hire by 50%.
- Partnered with Regional Managers to design data-driven selection tools, improving quality of hires.
- Enhanced manager satisfaction by 20% through communication improvements.
- Streamlined ATS workflows, improving recruitment process efficiency by 40%.
- Organized large-scale career events, attracting over 1,000 candidates annually.
- Designed and implemented targeted recruitment campaigns to attract top talent across various property management roles.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance candidate experience and streamline the interview process.
Talent Acquisition Portfolio Director
UPS Supply Chain Solutions
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Managed a high-volume pipeline of 45+ roles simultaneously, emphasizing efficiency and quality.
- Expanded talent reach by 75% through social media and partnerships.
- Closed 85% of offers through strategic engagement and negotiation techniques.
- Doubled referral hires through a new incentive program.
- Increased hiring efficiency by 25% via optimized workflows.
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies that improved candidate quality and fit across various roles.
- Managed talent acquisition metrics and KPIs, analyzing data to drive continuous improvement in hiring practices.
- Facilitated training sessions for hiring managers on effective interviewing techniques and candidate evaluation methods.
- Conducted market analysis to identify trends and adjust recruitment strategies accordingly, resulting in better talent acquisition outcomes.
- Monitored recruitment budgets and resources, ensuring optimal allocation for maximum impact on hiring goals.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Synchrony
10.2018 - 06.2021
- Streamlined Workday ATS processes, improving recruiter productivity by 30%.
- Reduced time-to-hire by 20% while increasing placement retention by 15%.
- Launched a referral program responsible for 25% of annual hires.
- Improved candidate screening accuracy, reducing mis-hire rate by 20%.
- Sourced 2,000+ resumes monthly, filling high-impact roles efficiently.
- Conducted comprehensive market research to identify talent trends and inform recruitment strategies.
- Executed targeted sourcing campaigns on various platforms, increasing candidate engagement by 30%.
- Managed candidate communications throughout the hiring process, ensuring a positive experience and timely updates.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external recruitment agencies to expand talent sourcing capabilities.
- Designed and implemented targeted recruitment campaigns to attract top talent across various property management roles.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance candidate experience and streamline the interview process.
Human Resources Specialist
Green Motion Car Rental
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Managed benefits administration for company-wide staff, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
- Conducted routine HR audits to ensure data accuracy in personnel files, payroll records, and benefit enrollments.
- Administered employee leave requests in accordance with FMLA guidelines, maintaining compliance with regulations while providing necessary accommodations for staff members.
- Executed full-cycle recruitment processes, enhancing candidate sourcing and selection for diverse positions.
- Developed and implemented training programs to elevate employee performance and skill sets across departments.
- Ensured compliance with HR policies and labor laws by conducting regular policy reviews and updates.
- Facilitated employee onboarding programs, equipping new hires with essential tools and resources for success.
- Collaborated with management to design and implement employee engagement initiatives, improving retention rates.
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
24/7 Intouch
02.2016 - 01.2017
- Facilitated a smooth onboarding process for new hires by collaborating with HR partners to prepare necessary paperwork and orientation materials.
- Organized recruiting events, such as career fairs and networking sessions, to increase company visibility within target markets.
- Established a proactive approach in identifying top talent through strategic partnerships with colleges/universities and attending industry-specific conventions.
- Played a pivotal role in driving employee referral programs that led to increased internal referrals and reduced agency fees.
- Leveraged employee referrals, direct sourcing, Internet applications, and recruitment agencies to source candidates for positions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Communications
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FloridaSkills
- Strategic team guidance
- Adept at organizing tasks by importance
- Analytical decision-making
- Workforce skill enhancement
- Strategic problem-solving
- Personnel oversight
- Documentation and reporting
- Long-term strategic planning
- Project execution
- Proficient in conflict management
- Comprehensive policy rollout
- KPI development and tracking
- Procedure formulation
Timeline
Manager of People and Talent Acquisition
Magnolia Public Schools (MPS)
11.2024 - Current
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Cirrus Asset Management Inc.
12.2022 - 10.2024
Talent Acquisition Portfolio Director
UPS Supply Chain Solutions
07.2021 - 12.2022
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Synchrony
10.2018 - 06.2021
Human Resources Specialist
Green Motion Car Rental
01.2017 - 10.2018
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
24/7 Intouch
02.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Business Communications
University of Central Florida
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Full-Cycle Talent Acquisition
- Workforce Planning & Forecasting
- DEI Strategy & Employer Branding
- HRIS/ATS Management (Paycom, Workday)
- Recruitment Analytics & Data Reporting
- Strategic Partnership Development
- Employee Engagement & Retention
- Leadership Development & Coaching
- Compliance & Process Optimization
ATS/HRIS Systems/Assessment Tools
ATS: Greenhouse, Lever, Taleo, Smart Recruiters, JazzHR, Jobvite, LinkedIn, Indeed, BreezyHR, and Clear Company
HRIS: Paycom, Rippling, Workday, ADP Workforce, Paylocity, iCims HR Suite, Oracle, UKG/Kronos, and BambooHR
Assessment Tools: HireVue, SHL, Hogan Assessments, Wonderlic, Qualtrics, Trakstar, Lattice, and 15Five