Elizabeth Oraiqat has over 15 years of experience in recruiting and career services. She holds a Master's Degree in Education with a concentration in training and development. She currently works as the Director of Career Services at South University Novi, where she partners with employers and community organizations, organizes career fairs and workshops, and helps students and graduates with career coaching, resumes, interview preparation, and job searches. Previously she held career advisor and recruiting roles at various organizations.

1. Elizabeth Oraiqat
3400 Elizabeth Drive Unit 7
Trenton, MI 48183
(313) 492-6097
eoraiqat@yahoo.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Master’s Degree in Education with a concentration on training and development
Over 15 years of full cycle recruiting experience developing and implementing strategic initiatives for recruiting diverse talent in
multi-site organization and business development
Conducted new hire orientations and obtained on-boarding paperwork including I-9s
Partnered with corporate leaders to forecast and develop plans for key staffing needs and managed a full cycle recruiting process
to meet the various staffing goals across all levels within multiple business units
Developed strong relationships with business partners working closely with them to maximize effectiveness of the recruiting
process
Created and implement Employment Marketing Strategies to attract job seekers such as determining the best resources through
recruiting sites, events, and identified cost competitive candidates through networking, job sites and other social media
Developed job descriptions through analysis of the performance work Statements and understanding of the positions description
and requirement in order to source and attract accurate candidates
Traced key metrics designed to measure and predict staffing activity
Maintained effective follow up with business partners and candidates to ensure a seamless transition of the recruitment process
Proven leadership skills, with exceptional coaching, mentoring, and team management practice in Career Services and HR
Exemplary ability in managing multiple demands and roles simultaneously
Proven ability to work well under pressure with attention to detail while meeting critical deadlines
Strong skills in planning, developing, and administering career and employment assistance for our students, graduates, and
alumni
Bilingual (Spanish)
Computer skills included: Microsoft Office, Cvue, Kronos, Outlook, Internet and Intranet
EDUCATION
Argosy University
Major: Master’s in Education Training and Development Graduation Date: 4/2015
Wayne State University Detroit, MI
Bachelor of Science 2001
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
South University Novi, MI
Director of Career Services 04/2013 – Present
• Drive graduate accountability through one on one meetings to provided programmatic feedback, coaching, training and
employment strategies
• Partner with community employers as a source for their specific employment needs
• Consistently audit career services files and database to remain 100% compliant
• Member of the graduate committee, Delta Mu Delta South University Chapter, Alumni Board and the Regional and National
Employers Committee
• Monitor the status of potential and not yet placed graduates; track all metrics related to placements
• Organize Program Advisory Committee Meeting (PAC) with the partnership of program directors and community employers
• Partner with Student Affairs to organize student activities
• Organize and spearhead job fairs, workshops, employer on site recruiting events and career coaching and interview techniques
through seminars and workshops
• Develop standardized departmental and interdepartmental procedure to ensure seamless transitions from classroom to career
• Use all sources available for job opportunities including job boards, company sites and attend networking events to increase
South University’s presence within the business community
• Maintain FERPA guidelines at all times
• Collaborate with other campus departments to build a cohesive work environment and visible support unit for students
• Distribute promotional materials, marketing South University and its graduates
• Conduct cold calls and face to face employer meetings to increase job opportunity database
• Compile data necessary to prepare mandatory reports

2. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Kaplan Career Institute Detroit, MI
Senior Career Services Advisor 05/2009 – 4/2013
• Provided career coaching and interview techniques through seminars and workshops
• Partnered with the education department to provide professional development within the classroom
• Organized program advisory committee meetings; provided programmatic feedback
• Conducted quarterly graduate and employer satisfaction surveys on a quarterly basis
• Spearheaded job fairs, workshops, and employer on site recruiting events
• Used all sources available for job opportunities including job boards and company sites
• Instrumental in establishing an articulation agreement with Sienna Heights University to provide continuing education
opportunities
• Established a partnership with the employers which enabled our students get a firsthand experience in their chosen field
• Ensured collaboration with other campus departments
• Conducted cold calls and face to face employer meetings to increase job opportunity database
• Participated in networking events with local chamber of commerce’s and programmatic organizations
• Monitored the status of potential and not yet placed graduates; track all metrics related to placements
• Worked closely with current students in all aspects of job search and extern placement including resume preparation, mock
interview participation, and job search strategies
• Organized job fairs, and Program Advisory Committee Meeting (PAC)
Everest Institute Southfield, MI
Business Developer/Career Service 04/2008-5/2009
Select Staffing Warren, MI
On Site-Supervisor/Recruiter (Temporary Position) 8/2008-12/2008
Goodwill Industries of Detroit Detroit, MI
Human Resources /8 Site Trainer/Employee Benefits Coordinator 6/2007-12/2008
Job 1 USA Brownstown, MI
Center Manager/Recruiter 12/2003-6/2007
Inca Staffing Detroit, MI
Regional Human Resource Manager 2005-2007
Schoolcraft College Livonia, MI
Spanish Adjunct Instructor 2003/2007
Manpower Taylor, MI
Full Cycler Recruiter 1999-2005
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
NCDA Member
SHRM
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Novi Chamber of Commerce
South University Alumni Board
Member of Delta Mu Delta South University Chapter
South University’s Regional and National Employers Committee