Connie Kelch

Work History

Swissport USA

Raleigh, NC

10.2021 - 12.2023

Directed cross-functional teams in developing innovative solutions to complex problems.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Created detailed reports on project progress for senior management review.
Managed onboarding activities such as orientation sessions and introductions to colleagues to ensure new hires have a smooth transition into their role.
Tailored recruitment strategies for different types of vacancies by adjusting wording, social media paths, and key websites.
Established and communicated recruitment objectives and policies to employees.
Researched industry trends to inform compensation and performance strategies.
Researched, identified and contacted potential candidates through various sources including job postings, social media and referrals.
Cultivated and deepened productive relationships with recruitment partners.
Established relationships with external recruiting agencies, universities, colleges and other educational institutions in order to identify suitable candidates for open positions.

Dollar Tree Corporation

Chesapeake, VA

05.2016 - 09.2021

Supported diversity initiatives through targeted outreach efforts aimed at increasing representation of underrepresented groups within the organization.
Interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures or regulations.
Developed or implemented recruiting strategies to meet current or anticipated staffing needs.
Conducted initial phone screens with potential candidates to assess their fit for open positions.
Coordinated background checks and reference checks prior to extending job offers.
Analyzed data reports related to recruiting efforts such as time-to-fill metrics, cost per hire, offer acceptance rate.
Organized and facilitated interviews between hiring managers and candidates.

Reliance Staffing & Recuiting

Suffolk, VA

07.2014 - 05.2016

Conducted employee relations investigations into safety complaints, allegations of harassment and civil rights issues.
Maintained compliance with state and federal employment laws and regulations.
Scheduled random drug testing for employees to diminish regularity risks.
Managed compensation, insurance and vacation days within employee benefits programs.
Handled employee discipline and termination to address policy infractions.
Met with current and leaving employees to conduct surveys and determine areas in need of improvement.
Conducted new employee orientation to introduce employees to policies, culture and objectives.