Dee Coston
Summary
Dynamic Human Resources Executive with 20 years of progressive experience specializing in employment law, compensation, recruitment, and employee relations. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with HR service providers and suppliers to optimize HR systems, payroll, insurance, and training initiatives, fostering a high-performing organization characterized by efficient operations and skilled personnel. Strong stakeholder focus combined with a service-oriented approach enhances organizational effectiveness in diverse environments. Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills facilitate seamless communication and collaboration across multicultural teams.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Talent Acquisition
Freelance Contract
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with executive leadership to identify staffing needs and develop workforce planning strategies.
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for15,000-employee organization
- Leveraged technology to automate workflows and streamline processes, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings across the organization.
- Increased the quality of new hires by refining job descriptions, setting clear expectations, and establishing performance metrics for success.
- Created comprehensive reports on recruitment trends and metrics which informed executive decision-making related to workforce planning strategies.
- Evaluated and updated enterprise recruitment policies to ensure alignment with industry best practices and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Spearheaded diversity inclusion initiatives within the recruitment process by partnering with community organizations focused on underrepresented groups in the workforce.
- Reduced time-to-fill rates by utilizing advanced recruitment tools such as applicant tracking systems and social media platforms.
- Identified and created recruitment and administrative performance metrics and data to analyze trends, drive change, and assess progress.
- Enhanced the efficiency of talent acquisition processes by implementing data-driven strategies and streamlining workflows.
- Promoted increased focus on internal talent mobility and emerging talent across organization.
Senior Talent Acquisition Leader
Amazon - AWS
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Formulated long-term recruitment plans aligned with organizational goals and growth strategies to attract top talent. Oversaw all stages of recruitment, from job requisition and sourcing to interviewing and offer negotiations, ensuring a smooth and effective hiring process.
- Forecasted recruitment trends and scaled the team by hiring 30+ recruiters to meet a growth goal of 75. Ranked in the top 15% for Manager Satisfaction, Teamwork, Inclusion, and Promotions Surveys.
- Collaborated with key HR and Legal executive stakeholders on alignment with onboarding compliance procedures, encompassing Veteran's Preference, I-9 verification, Immigration, and Visa Sponsorship processes.
- Anticipated recruitment trends to align with future workforce needs and optimized recruitment KPIs to improve team performance and operational efficiency.
- Elevated operational standards and mentored the recruitment team, fostering a positive, inclusive, yet high performing culture.
- Streamlined talent acquisition analytics and enhanced recruitment process efficiency by 30% through innovative strategies.
Talent Acquisition Leader
HCA Healthcare Inc.
07.2016 - 10.2021
- Reduced time-to-fill by 30% for critical positions by leveraging data-driven recruitment metrics and enhancing collaboration with hiring managers.
- Optimized the use of applicant tracking systems to manage candidate pipelines effectively and reduce administrative burdens on recruiters.
- Championed inclusive hiring practices by integrating bias-reducing tools into the selection process, fostering a more equitable workplace environment.
- Improved talent acquisition processes by implementing innovative sourcing strategies and streamlining candidate assessment procedures.
- Oversaw campus recruiting efforts at top universities, building a robust pipeline of future leaders for the organization.
- Collaborated closely with HR leadership in developing workforce planning initiatives that aligned with overall business objectives.
Associate Director of Talent
Bayou River Health System
01.2000 - 06.2016
- Implemented succession planning initiatives, preparing high-potential employees for future leadership roles within the organization.
- Reviewed and measured results of talent operations and modified efforts and practices to support cost effectiveness and meet staffing needs.
- Boosted organizational efficiency, optimizing HR processes through the adoption of innovative technologies and software solutions.
- Managed compensation and benefits programs, ensuring equitable distribution and market competitiveness for all employees.
- Developed workforce planning strategies, aligning staffing needs with business objectives while minimizing turnover risks.
- Supported change management efforts during organizational restructuring periods by providing guidance on HR best practices and facilitating smooth transitions for affected employees.
- Championed employee engagement initiatives by organizing team-building activities and implementing regular feedback channels between staff and management.
- Led teams of up to 60 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Behavioral Science, Psychology
Our Lady of Holy Cross College
New Orleans, LASkills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- PeopleSoft expertise
- Oracle system administration
- Workday proficiency
- Salesforce
- ICMS expertise
- HR metrics and analytics
- Data-driven decision making
- Diversity and inclusion
- Employee relations
- Recruitment marketing
- Onboarding strategies
Certification
- SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional
Timeline
Director of Talent Acquisition
Freelance Contract
10.2023 - Current
Senior Talent Acquisition Leader
Amazon - AWS
10.2021 - 10.2023
Talent Acquisition Leader
HCA Healthcare Inc.
07.2016 - 10.2021
Associate Director of Talent
Bayou River Health System
01.2000 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Applied Behavioral Science, Psychology
Our Lady of Holy Cross College
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