1. CHRISTINA BURROWS, SPHR
Christina@WhatcomStaging.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/christinaburrows
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425.591.6179
INTRODUCTION
In my 13+ years of Human Resources experience I’ve been fortunate to work for some amazing companies. The creative
environments I’ve contributed to, complex businesses I’ve supported, and talented people I’ve been privileged to partner with,
have given me a rewarding career and a unique skills set. I am a driving force with a passion for innovation, employee relations,
and excellence in change management, looking to help dynamic companies implement next generation HR and Talent solutions.
WORK EXPERIENCE
PeaceHealth, Bellingham, WA
June 2013 – Current
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Contracted
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Talent Acquisition Specialist supporting St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, Peace Island Medical Center in Friday
Harbor and PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center in Alaska. Contracted to lead full cycle recruitment efforts across multiple
departments, including Intensive Care, Emergency Services, Security, Occupational Therapy, Radiology, Hospice, Etc.
Microsoft, Redmond, WA
August 2004 – December 2012
Senior Staffing Consultant/ Team Lead
7/2009 – 12/2012
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Staffing Consultant for the Microsoft Global Consumer and Online Business, which later became Advertising and Online.
US team lead, managed an all contingent team of Staffing Consultants and Associates. Oversaw hiring, onboarding, mentoring and
training of staff. Managed daily operations, including headcount planning, resource allocation, vendor management, contingent
staff reviews and status reports to the business and HR leadership. Staffing Systems lead for the business, partnering with other
leads from across the function to provide feedback on Staffing tools and processes, share best practices, assist with trainings and
disseminate information to the broader organization. Microsoft Certified Internal Facilitator (MCIF), authored Client
Management module for “New Recruiter Orientation” Training given to all Staffing new hires. Employee career development
coach with a passion for retention.
Staffing Consultant /Staffing Lead
9/2005 – 7/2009
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Staffing Consultant for the Microsoft Online Services Business. Full cycle recruitment, account management specialist,
executive search. Focused across niche areas for Search, Ad Center, Marketplaces, Mobile, Business Development, Syndication,
Senior Product Management, Product Planning, Competitive Analysis, PR, and Communications. Staffing lead, managing support
staff and working with business leaders to assess needs and develop hiring plans. Solid business acumen and the ability to
understand and integrate business goals, interdependencies and financial drivers into the recruitment/ HR process. 5 promotions
between 2004 and 2008.
Staffing Associate
8/2004 – 9/2005
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Staffing Associate for Microsoft HR supporting the Communication Services and Operations divisions of MSN.
Responsible for internal recruitment on 200+ requisitions, including internal offers, relocations and international assignments.
Staffing Consultant on all external B priority positions, responsible for guiding candidates through the process, interviewing,
making hiring recommendations and candidate offer or decline. Ongoing project work included development and facilitation of
MSN Hiring Manager training across Puget Sound and Silicon Valley campuses. Built Hiring Manager online toolkit, responsible
for updating on multiple HR/Staffing websites as well as Feedback and Immigration tool beta testing, and various Subject Matter
Expert roles.
Amazon.com, Seattle, WA
June 2000 – December 2012
Senior Human Resources Associate
6/2001 – 12/2003
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Senior HRA in the corporate Human Resources department, supporting an internal client base exceeding 600, for World
Wide Retail, Marketing, Business Development, Site Development and Integration. Primary responsibilities included new
employee on-boarding, facilitating required corporate training, conducting all termination interviews and attrition trend analysis,
as well as report production and metrics analysis in a variety of areas. Primary point of contact for all employees within my
divisions, lead in annual HR processes including benefits enrollment, performance management, yearly stock grants, and
compensation review. Experience in employee coaching and large corporate reductions in force. Lead assist to Amazon’s internal
Immigration Specialist.
Recruiting Coordinator
6/2000 – 6/2001

2. 
Recruiting Coordinator in the corporate Human Resources department of this leading online electronic commerce
company, supporting recruitment for World Wide Retail. Responsible for guiding candidates thru the full cycle recruitment
process, from initial point of contact to outcome, including all interview scheduling, logistics and travel. Lead assist to senior
recruiting team, aiding in candidate generation, systems updating, and new hire on boarding. Project lead, including employee and
manager hire experience, updating of new hire orientation materials, process mapping, and forms and template creation.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
 Certification, Accredited Staging Professional (ASP), issued March 2013
*The Accredited Staging Professional® Designation® is the only home Staging designation recognized by multiple Real
Estate companies and recommended by the National Association of REALTORS®
 Certification, Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), issued June 2012 by the Human Resources Certification
Institute (HRCI)
 Certification, Professional in Human Resources (PHR), issued January 2007 by the Human Resources Certification
Institute (HRCI)
 License, Real Estate Broker (WA State), 2013 - Current
 License, Cosmetology (WA State), 1984 - Current
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
 Charter Member/VP Programs/Board Member (2004-2011), Staffing Management Association of Seattle (SMA)
*SMA is a special interest group of SHRM (Society for Human Resources Management). They provide national quality
programs to the local recruiting and HR community (WWW.SMASEATTLE.ORG). As the head of programs, I worked as
part of a small board to facilitate industry trainings, events, and networking opportunities, as well as annual staffing
symposiums attended by as many as 300 HR professionals from the West Coast and Canada.
 Current Member, International Association of Home Staging Professionals (IAHSP®)
 Current Member, Microsoft Alumni Association (MAA)
 Current Member, National Association of Realtors (NAR)
 Current Member, Northwest Recruiters Association (NWRA)
 Current Member, Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM)
 Current Member, Staffing Management Association of Seattle (SMA)
EDUCATION
 Trinity Western University (BA, Organizational Leadership - 2015 anticipated)
Current
 Hutton Real Estate School
2013
 Seattle Pacific University
2007, 2011
 Tacoma College
1995 - 1997
 Meridian High School (Diploma)
1984