Emily De Kouadio
Columbia,MD
Summary
Innovative and knowledgeable Director of Human Resources & Talent Acquisition recognized as a subject matter expert in all phases of talent acquisition and HR initiatives for educational, media, and defense contracting companies. With a proven track record of developing strong partnerships leaders and other HR team members in order to effectively influence, garner support for change, and drive strategic and progressive programs and initiatives. Excel at communication, leadership, and problem-solving to foster a positive work environment and drive organizational success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
DIRECTOR OF PEOPLE & CULTURE
Nteligen LLC
02.2024 - Current
- Ensure compliance with corporate SOPs and procedures along with state, federal and local laws and regulations as they pertain to every facet of people Resources/Associate related functions
- Oversee events and marketing initiatives via social media platforms such as linkedin, twitter, etc
- Negotiated premium rates with benefit providers, saving the company $1.3M annually
- Implemented a new onboarding program to shorten employee adaptation period by 35%
- Ensure proper maintenance of associate records, files and human resources office systems
- Manage the compilation and analyze various reports to provide management with accurate information and comply with corporate policies and procedures as well as government laws and regulations
- Oversees and coordinates all benefit implementation such as Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, 401(k), AFLAC, and HSA
- If applicable ensure complete compliance with all negotiated union contract terms and reporting requirements
- Survey, recommend, implement and manage an hourly wage program and administer the management salary program within the corporate policies and procedures and maintain compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations
- Created a new employee handbook and was responsible to researching and ensuring full compliance with HR laws
- Counsel and train managers on associate relations issues, resolve associate grievances, conduct management exit interviews and examine all exit interviews for trends
- Plan, develop, coordinate and direct the People Resource function to retain, develop and motivate associates in an effective manner in accordance with policies and procedures and federal, state, and local laws and regulations while limiting liabilities and promoting a safe, fair, positive work environment
- Plan and manage the recruitment, interviewing, hiring and orientation processes to maintain staffing levels with qualified individuals while complying with SOPs, federal, state and local laws and regulations
- Oversee adherence to performance management including monitoring performance evaluations to make certain they are completed and submitted on a timely basis
- Facilitate development and monitoring of associate performance improvement plans.
DIRECTOR OF TALENT ACQUISITION
SlyFox Solutions LLC
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Generated over $10 million in revenue in one year with recruitment initiatives
- Conduct any exit interviews for terminated/resigning employees
- Research and negotiate employee benefits (health, FSA, DCRA, dental, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance) and execute the employee open enrollment process
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards
- Perform extensive recruiting for fully cleared TS/SCI FS Senior Engineers
- Conducted compensation conversations with human resources and hiring managers to foster internal and external equity
- Developed communication and marketing plan and leveraged talent acquisition tools, resources, and campaigns to source and attract top talent
- Created and drove talent acquisition and job placement strategies to attract diverse candidates
- Identified and created recruitment and administrative performance metrics and data to analyze trends, drive change, and assess progress
- Coordinated with IT team leaders to forecast hiring needs and department goals
- Referred candidate resumes to customer account managers for evaluation and submission
- Used Boolean searches to develop applicant portfolios for expected openings
- Sourced and selected applicants for technical positions
- Create and implement sourcing techniques
- Create compliance reports for AAP, EEO1, and Vets100.
RESOURCES MANAGER
Clarity Innovations LLC
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Provide full life cycle recruitment in support of various customers and corporate positions: sourcing, cold calling, marketing, research, interviewing, assessments, negotiation and closing
- Provided in-depth training to junior recruiters
- Created and maintained a strong pipeline of over 30 qualified candidates
- Provided qualified candidates that resulted in the company being added to 4 contracts with the Maryland customer, Virginia Customer, DIA, U.S Air Force, and US Navy resulting in over $15 million in profit
- Create and present offer recommendations to Hiring Managers, extend offers, and manage offer negotiations
- Partner with program managers and stakeholders to identify priority roles to close, hiring strategy
- Coordinate with HR and Security personnel to ensure all components of the staffing process come together effectively and efficiently
- Track progress and reports on the status of projects, compile statistics, define useful metrics, and reports weekly to leadership
- Manage internal Applicant Tracking System.
TALENT ACQUISITION MANAGER
Rivermatrix Technologies Inc.
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Develop sustainable talent acquisition hiring plans and strategies
- Implemented and created the company's first talent acquisition plan
- Onboard new hires and coordinate all new hire paperwork
- Create and present offer recommendations to Hiring Managers, extend offers, and manage offer negotiations
- Provide full life cycle recruitment in support of Maryland Customer and corporate positions: sourcing, cold calling, marketing, research, interviewing, assessments, negotiation and closing
- Create, update, and maintain job postings based on customer requirements
- Utilize multiple sources (job boards, LinkedIn, etc.) to identify candidates for over 100 various roles with multiple positions requiring high-level clearances
- Conduct phone screens to confirm candidates' level of experience and to measure their interest in the position
- Cultivate strong relationships with Hiring Managers.
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
Bridges Consulting Inc.
11.2017 - 11.2019
- Ensure suitable requisitions are written, updated and posted for all needs
- Source passive and non-passive candidates through various resume databases and job boards
- Track progress and reports on the status of projects, compile statistics, define useful metrics, and reports weekly to leadership
- Coordinate and attend job fairs and career events
- Completed data calls
- Implement and support programs and policies in the areas of training, compensation, benefit packages, incentives, and new employee orientations
- Oversaw 401(k) and retirement/savings plans, managed vendor performance, ensured compliance by meeting reporting and disclosure requirements
- Assist employee questions and concerns regarding Life Insurance, Healthcare, 401(k), dental, and vision benefits
- Manage internal and external audits
- Reduced expenses by analyzing compensation policies and implementing programs while ensuring adherence to legal requirements
- Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with various departments to develop solutions, programs, and policies
- Analyze HR initiatives such as employee engagement, onboarding, and talent acquisition
- Improve onboarding process by implementing a structured agenda and conducting training sessions to ensure a user-friendly transition for new employees
- Manage and train two office managers in regards to customer service, office coordination, and Human Resources administrative tasks
- Spearhead compliance reports by self-training for AAP, EEO1, and Vets100
- Manage HR systems: Paycom, Principal 401(k), Benefitmall, TASC, and AFLAC accounts.
HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT
Sinclair Broadcast Group (Contract)
03.2017 - 11.2017
- Assists with compliance with State and Federal laws including ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, DOL, and other applicable regulations
- Coordinate new permanent orientations and onboarding activities
- Collaborate with human resource managers, recruiters, and hiring managers to provide offer letters and individual employee benefits packages
- Assist HR staff with job posting and requirements
- Responsible for completing the pre-employment compliance with regulatory requirements such as criminal background investigations, drug screening, credentialing, reference checks, and verification education for all candidates
- Assists employees and supervisors with basic interpretation of HR policies and procedures
- May participate in grievance investigations and employee relations matters.
TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER SPECIALIST
Johns Hopkins University
03.2015 - 03.2017
- Maintain the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
- Manage job postings on the website, post new jobs and remove jobs when they're filled
- Work closely with benefit carriers and brokers to troubleshoot problems and find resolutions
- Manages leave administration to include but not limited to FMLA, personal leave, disability, and ADA accommodations
- Keeps accurate and up-to-date employee records and reporting documentation around leave administration
- Focus on employee morale and engagement, continuously working with the Area HR leader to identify opportunities to create an engaged workforce
- Assist with internal communications and prepare reports
- Partner with the Talent Acquisition team and Comp & Benefits to address issues as needed
- Partner with Learning & Development to ensure employees are receiving support and development opportunities
- Hiring and onboarding: Interviewing and hiring new staff.
Education
Human Resources Management -
University of Maryland University College
08.2019
Skills
- Full life cycle recruiting
- Relationship building and management
- Strategic planning
- Compliance
- HRIS systems
- Policy & Procedure Development
- Organizational Development
- HR Program Planning & Management
- Executive Team Leadership
- FMLA
- ERISA
- ADA
- EEOC
- Vets100 Reporting
- AAP reporting
- Operations Management
- Staff Development
Affiliations
- SHRM Member
- AFCEA Member
- National Society for Human Resource Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
DIRECTOR OF PEOPLE & CULTURE
Nteligen LLC
02.2024 - Current
DIRECTOR OF TALENT ACQUISITION
SlyFox Solutions LLC
01.2023 - 02.2024
RESOURCES MANAGER
Clarity Innovations LLC
04.2021 - 01.2023
TALENT ACQUISITION MANAGER
Rivermatrix Technologies Inc.
11.2019 - 03.2021
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
Bridges Consulting Inc.
11.2017 - 11.2019
HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT
Sinclair Broadcast Group (Contract)
03.2017 - 11.2017
TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER SPECIALIST
Johns Hopkins University
03.2015 - 03.2017
Human Resources Management -
University of Maryland University College
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