Dipankar Chowdhury

Results-driven HR professional with 10+ years of experience in talent acquisition, benefits administration, employee relations, HR policy development, leave administration, and HR audits. Proven expertise in driving growth through innovative strategies and fostering inclusive workplace cultures. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams and aligning HR initiatives with business objectives.

• Director of Operations – Chandra Foundation (2012 & 2019) Led program development and execution impacting over 500 community members annually. Raised over $100,000 in fundraising campaigns and streamlined operations, reducing overhead costs by 15%.
  
• Volunteer Coordinator – Habitat for Humanity (2016 – 2018) Coordinated construction projects for 50+ homes, recruited and trained over 100 volunteers, and improved project timelines by 20% through strategic resource allocation and community engagement.
  
• Counselor and Advocate – Domestic Violence Shelter (2018 – Present) Provided emotional support and reintegration counseling for survivors, implemented safety protocols, and led awareness campaigns, resulting in a 10% increase in shelter utilization.
  
• HR Mentor – Local Non-Profits and Small Businesses (2018 – Present) Offered pro bono HR consulting, guiding small business owners and non-profits on HR compliance, talent acquisition, and employee relations strategies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Academic Achievement Scholarship – Western Governors UniversityAwarded for consistent high academic performance while pursuing a Master’s in Human Resource Management.
  
• Capstone Project – Strategic HR Planning & AnalyticsLed a comprehensive HR project focused on using data analytics to drive employee engagement, developing a strategy that led to a 25% improvement in engagement scores in the project simulation.
  
• Leadership Role in University HR Club – University of IowaOrganized workshops and networking events for students interested in HR, fostering a collaborative learning environment and increasing club membership by 30%.
  
• Graduate Assistantship – Ohio University (2024)Supported faculty in HR research, contributing to published studies on organizational culture and employee engagement strategies.
  
  

• Employee Excellence Award – Dollar General Corporation (2023) Recognized for outstanding contributions to employee retention and HR policy development, reducing turnover by 40% and enhancing organizational compliance by 30%.
  
• Top Performer in Payroll Accuracy – Pic and Save (2023) Awarded for maintaining 99.9% payroll accuracy and minimizing discrepancies by 90%, supporting financial integrity and improving employee trust.
  
• HR Leadership Award – Only Kids Dentistry (2021) Honored for exemplary leadership in HR functions, driving a 35% increase in employee satisfaction and a 25% improvement in retention through strategic talent management and training initiatives.
  
• Outstanding Internship Performance – Allen Hospital (2015) Commended for successfully leading high-profile union negotiations and improving HR compliance, saving the organization $250,000.
  

•SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) (Expected 2026)

•Professional in Human Resources (PHR) (Expected 2026)

Strategic HR Planning Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Benefits Administration Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution HR Policy Development & Compliance Onboarding & Orientation Performance Management Training & Development Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives Compensation & Payroll Management Leave Administration HR Audits Change Management Leadership & Team Development HR Analytics & Reporting Workforce Planning Organizational Development Employee Engagement Compliance Management HR Strategy

•HRIS Implementation Project, Only Kids Dentistry: Led the successful implementation of a new HRIS system, streamlining HR processes and improving data management, resulting in a 35% increase in HR operational efficiency.

•Diversity & Inclusion Initiative, Dollar General Corporation: Designed and executed a comprehensive D&I strategy, increasing workforce diversity by 20% and enhancing organizational culture.

•Leave Administration Overhaul, Pic and Save: Revamped leave administration processes, ensuring compliance and improving employee satisfaction with leave management by 30%.

•Comprehensive HR Audit, Only Kids Dentistry: Conducted a thorough HR audit, identified compliance gaps, and implemented corrective measures, enhancing overall HR compliance by 45%.