Devin Kates
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Versatile Human Resources professional with a diverse background and demonstrated expertise in relationship building, data management, analytic skills, process improvement, and project management. Skilled in identifying opportunities for process optimization and leading cross-functional teams to achieve objectives. Possesses strong analytical capabilities, utilizing data-driven insights to inform decision-making and drive organizational growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
DEI Specialist
Tinuiti
10.2022 - Current
- Coordinated 15 Employee Resource Group (ERG) events and memberships, ensuring diverse and inclusive programming that aligns with organizational goals in my first year.
- Developed and maintained several monthly demographic reports to track progress towards diversity and inclusion objectives, analyzing data and providing insights to inform DEI strategies.
- Worked collaboratively with brand design and communications teams to develop visually engaging DEI graphics and company-wide internal and external posts supporting promotion of DEI awareness and engagement while ensuring alignment with organizational values and messaging.
- Developed and implemented program management system for ERG events, streamlining processes for event planning, scheduling, coordination and financing.
- Created and facilitated two relevant cultural trainings for managers, including bias training, to enhance awareness and promote inclusive leadership practices.
HR Shared Services
Tinuiti
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Led team of 2 direct reports in implementation and management of company's first centralized HR Shared Services system, handling an average of 55 tickets per day.
- Improved employee satisfaction by streamlining HR processes and implementing efficient shared services solutions.
- Collaborated with IT and other relevant departments to identify and implement system enhancements and improvements.
- Enhanced data accuracy with regular audits of HR information system, ensuring up-to-date records and compliance with regulations.
- Played key role in change management efforts related to implementation of shared services system, including training and communication initiatives.
People Operations Coordinator
Tinuiti
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Streamlined onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring smooth transition into company culture; successfully onboarding over 100 new hires.
- Conducted orientation sessions to familiarize new hires with company culture, values, and expectations, and assist in completion of required paperwork and training modules.
- Act as primary point of contact for employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, payroll, and other related matters, providing timely and accurate information and solutions.
- Developed customized spreadsheets to track and manage new hire information, including personal details, employment documentation, training schedules, and performance evaluations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Mass Communications
Raritan Valley Community College
Somerville, NJ05.2019
Skills
- Cultural Competency
- Analytical Skills
- Human Resources Operations
- Relationship Building
- Process Mapping
- Microsoft Office
- Google Drive
- Paylocity
- Workday
- Greenhouse
- Qualtrics
- Adobe
- Wrike
Timeline
DEI Specialist
Tinuiti
10.2022 - Current
HR Shared Services
Tinuiti
12.2021 - 10.2022
People Operations Coordinator
Tinuiti
10.2020 - 12.2021
Associate of Arts - Mass Communications
Raritan Valley Community College
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