DHONETTE ALLEN- MITCHELL
BROOKLYN,NY
Summary
Senior HR Leader with over 10 years of experience in human resources management. Expertise in talent management strategies that drive business growth and enhance organizational efficiency. Proven track record in employee relations, recruiting, and retention, with strong skills in conflict resolution and leadership development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
HR/People Relations Director
Ditmas Park Rehab
09.2022 - Current
- Led recruitment, onboarding, and training for over 450 employees within different departments of the facility.
- Conducted legal investigations to ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
- Collaborated with leadership on recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
- Managed organizational structure to optimize operational efficiency.
- Updated employee handbook yearly, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
HR/Talent & Culture Director NYC
Liberty Post
02.2017 - 06.2022
- Directed HR team of 5 full-time employees.
- Cultivated company culture in remote and hybrid work environments.
- Developed and implemented diverse HR policies and procedures.
- Ensured availability of accurate job descriptions for all functions.
- Designed and executed orientation programs for new and existing staff.
- Created recognition and incentive programs to enhance employee morale.
HR Manager
Crocs
11.2013 - 02.2017
- Managed multiple benefit programs, boosting employee engagement across the organization.
- Researched, recruited, and trained staff for new NYC location, expanding operational capacity.
- Reduced turnover rates, resulting in significant cost savings in hiring processes.
- Oversaw HR procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
- Monitored well-being initiatives for over 135 employees, fostering a healthy workplace culture.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Medgar Evers
Brooklyn, NY05.2008
Skills
- Employee relations and diversity
- Talent acquisition and recruitment
- Staff coaching and mentoring
- Organizational development strategies
- Performance improvement initiatives
- Leadership development programs
- HR policy formulation
- Process management systems
- Workforce planning and onboarding
- Training and development solutions
- Legal investigations compliance
- Organizational structure optimization
- Remote and hybrid work strategies
- Benefits management administration
- Talent development pathways
- Succession planning frameworks
- Employee engagement techniques
- Strategic planning methodologies
Timeline
HR/People Relations Director
Ditmas Park Rehab
09.2022 - Current
HR/Talent & Culture Director NYC
Liberty Post
02.2017 - 06.2022
HR Manager
Crocs
11.2013 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Medgar Evers