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Chris Bourassa
Human Resources
Londonderry,NH
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with strong multitasking and communication skills. Experienced in talent acquisition, employee relations and performance management. Proven ability to work collaboratively with team members.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Friedman Williams
New York, NY
08.2021 - Current
- Enhanced talent acquisition efficiency by streamlining recruitment processes and implementing innovative sourcing strategies.
- Mentored junior recruiters on best practices in sourcing strategy development and effective interview techniques, elevating overall team performance.
- Expanded candidate pool by leveraging social media platforms, job boards, and networking events to attract top-tier talent.
- Reduced time-to-fill for critical roles by cultivating strong relationships with hiring managers and understanding their specific needs.
- Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.
Talent Acquisition Lead
Adecco Staffing
Billerica, MA
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Partnered with HR leadership to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws throughout recruitment process.
- Expanded outreach efforts by participating in career fairs, trade shows, and other relevant opportunities.
- Optimized sourcing networks and used proactive methods to direct source candidates.
- Conducted thorough pre-employment screenings for potential hires, including background checks and reference verifications.
- Optimized sourcing networks and used proactive methods to direct source candidates.
Employee Engagement Manager
Christmas Tree Shops
Portsmouth, NH
11.2012 - 05.2014
- Designed comprehensive onboarding processes to ensure new employees felt welcomed and supported from day one.
- Cultivated strong relationships with management to align company objectives with employee needs and expectations.
- Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
- Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
Employee Relations Manager
Target
Worcester, MA
09.2003 - 11.2012
- Implemented feedback mechanisms gather insights into employee sentiment and engagement levels.
- Championed culture of recognition by implementing employee engagement programs that celebrated individual and team accomplishments.
- Identified trends in exit interview data and developed actionable plans for addressing common pain points expressed by departing employees.
- Fostered healthy work environment through quick resolution of conflicts through mediation and negotiation.
- Managed sensitive personnel issues discreetly while adhering closely to company policies.
- Maintained open communication channels for addressing employee concerns swiftly and effectively.
- Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH 01.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Massachusetts
Lowell, MA 09.1991 - 05.1995
Skills
Training and mentoring
undefinedSoftware
Social Media Recruiting Platforms
Payroll Managment Systems
Timeline
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Southern New Hampshire University
01.2024 - Current
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Friedman Williams
08.2021 - Current
Talent Acquisition Lead
Adecco Staffing
05.2020 - 07.2021
Employee Engagement Manager
Christmas Tree Shops
11.2012 - 05.2014
Employee Relations Manager
Target
09.2003 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Massachusetts
09.1991 - 05.1995
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