Jim Costello joined Pathways in July 2023 and since then has been leading the talent acquisition function. His projects have focused on the design and implementation of the new ATS and Careers page, standardizing and improving processes in relation to the TA function, working with business leaders to help with new and innovative methods to recruit candidates into the business as well as retaining current employees.
Prior to Pathways Jim was the Global Talent Acquisition Director at Ultra which supported the Defense industry. At Ultra Jim worked with the marketing team to contribute to the company rebrand, was a leader for the DEI Improvement project and helped the organization grow during the pandemic by implementing new policies that were attractive to the evolving candidate market. In addition to his time at Ultra, Jim has led staffing agencies with focuses in the medical, engineering, manufacturing, and finance fields.
Jim graduated from Roberts Wesleyan University where he holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business.
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The reason I wanted to join Pathways was to be a part of the creative process of building something. I found the challenge of coming in and helping the company move forward and advance my team was an opportunity that was exciting for me and I am thankful to not just be a number in an organization.