Dedicated HR professional with a decade of diverse experience in HR Management. Expertise in Employee Relations, Recruitment, and Onboarding. Proven track record in optimizing HR technology, fostering diversity and inclusion, and streamlining processes. Known for reducing time to hire, improving vacancy rates, and enhancing employee engagement. A results-driven HR leader.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruitment and Retention Specialist
The School District Of Philadelphia
04.2022 - Current
Day to day responsibilities:
Social Media/Marketing: Utilized sourcing techniques on social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Indeed) to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Promoted diversity and inclusion in recruitment efforts by implementing inclusive sourcing strategies, partnering with diversity organizations, and ensuring fair and unbiased selection processes.
New Hire Process: Facilitated onboarding for new hires, overseeing the completion of I-9 verifications, background checks, fingerprinting, and health forms (including up-to-date TB shots and physical examinations).
Managed full cycle recruitment processes for diverse departments, including Procurement, Charter Schools, IT, Finance, Operations/Facilities, Office of Inspector General, School Safety, Environmental Engineering, and Evaluation, Accountability, and Research for executive, senior, and entry-level positions.
ATS and HR Technology: Utilized ATS to streamline recruitment workflows, manage candidate data, and optimize recruitment processes.
Utilized Kronos HRIS to manage employee time and attendance, scheduling, payroll, and workforce management.
Weekly use of Handshake and Brazen virtual tools to facilitate virtual career/job fairs, and recruitment events.
Developed and posted vacancy announcements on platforms like Social Media platforms, Indeed, LinkedIn Recruiter, Monster, and internal job boards.
Led and managed recruitment events, including job fairs and virtual hiring events(Via Brazen), to expand candidate pipelines and enhance employer branding.
Facilitated interviews and hiring discussions with hiring managers
Guided candidate recruitment and selection to promote workforce diversity, equity, and inclusion aligned with company goals.
Accomplishments:
Collaborated on a team of 4 to achieve a 3.4% reduction in time to hire.
Implemented and facilitated monthly training sessions for Hiring Managers, focusing on the effective usage of Taleo ATS
Developed training materials to enhance the understanding of Taleo ATS for Hiring Managers.
Collaborated on a team of 4 to optimize the recruitment process, resulting in a significant improvement in the vacancy rate from 85% to 92.5%.
Talent Acquisition/Retention Specialist
International Vitamin Corporation
11.2019 - 04.2022
Day to day responsibilities:
Sourced candidates for diverse industrial positions, ranging from entry-level to director-level.
Facilitated onboarding for new hires, overseeing the completion of I-9 verifications, background checks, and fingerprinting.
Utilized iCIMS ATS platform to manage end-to-end recruitment processes.
Led and facilitated virtual meetings, webinars, interviews and conferences using Microsoft Teams.
Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements and understand departmental needs.
Conducted facility tours to provide candidates with realistic expectations of day-to-day responsibilities.
Evaluated resumes, conducted interviews, and presented 7-10 qualified candidates weekly to hiring managers.
Served as a brand ambassador, promoting IVC, Inc.'s culture, career growth opportunities, benefits, and advantages to candidates.
Facilitated relationships with nearby Tech Schools to recruit new graduates.
Accomplishments:
Established partnerships with recruiters, agencies, and schools to access quality talent.
Increased applicant numbers by 2% through brand ambassadorship.
Managed recruitment for 50 quarterly vacancies, meeting targets
HR Generalist/Employee Training Coordinator
Nutrisystem
01.2016 - 11.2019
Day to day responsibilities:
Developed talent acquisition training materials, including slide decks, Excel charts, and Google Forms.
Managed end-to-end hiring and staffing process for a department of 75 employees.
Supported and trained all 75 staff members to achieve and maintain top client satisfaction.
Implemented a successful training program at Nutrisystem
Developed and executed training programs to educate HR teams, and hiring managers on ADP ATS functionality.
Utilized reporting and analytics features of ADP and UltiPro ATS platforms to generate actionable insights and recruitment metrics.
Utilized ADP and UltiPro ATS platforms to manage end-to-end recruitment processes
Prepared new hire letters, contracts, and policies for groups of up to 75 employees with attention to detail and compliance.
Led regular coaching, counseling, and feedback sessions for new hires.
Provided guidance to managers on employee engagement, documentation, discipline, and performance improvement.
Supported managers in addressing employee-related issues
Assisted in making informed decisions on employee performance and compensation.
Presented performance and compensation reports to senior management, providing analysis and recommendations.
Managed training logistics, ensuring smooth execution of sessions.
Accomplishments:
Successfully maintained a well-staffed workforce of 75 employees, ensuring a compliant and productive work environment.
Implemented and managed training for new hires in class sizes of 10 to 20, providing personalized support for their integration and growth.
HR Generalist/Employee Relations Specialist
Accolade
12.2013 - 01.2019
Day to day responsibilities:
Compliance Investigations: Conducted thorough and impartial investigations into employee complaints and concerns, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
Conflict Resolution: Successfully mediated and resolved employee conflicts, promoting effective communication and healthy working relationships.
Policy Development and Compliance: Developed and implemented employee policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and company standards.
Employee Engagement: Designed initiatives to enhance employee engagement, resulting in increased morale, productivity, and retention.
HR Consultation: Provided expert guidance and advice to managers and employees on various HR matters, including performance issues, policy interpretation, and employee development.
Assisted in implementing employee relations initiatives, including recognition programs and engagement activities.
Conducted investigations into employee grievances and concerns, facilitating resolution meetings.
Coordinated and conducted disciplinary meetings, ensuring fairness and adherence to company policies.
Accomplishments:
Streamlined employee performance reviews, reducing time by 7% and improving accuracy.
Implemented employee recognition program.
Implemented employee feedback program, increasing satisfaction and reducing turnover by 3.5%.
Education
Human Resources Management And Services - Human Resources Management
Customer Support and External Liaison at The School District of PhiladelphiaCustomer Support and External Liaison at The School District of Philadelphia