GEORGINA HOLLAND
Spanaway,Washington
Summary
Encouraging leader and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Have a deep understanding of aligning business goals with the overall vision of the organization as well as the art of collaboration.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
HR and Equity Director
KNKX
03.2023 - Current
- Manage the hiring process to ensure consistency across departments and appropriate communication among program, administrative, and fiscal staff.
- Manage company benefits renewal contracts
- Create and implement HR policies and activities of the organization.
- Manage HR staff, overseeing all employee-related initiatives, from recruitment and onboarding to managing performance, promotion, and conducting exit interviews
- Leveraged data analytics insights for informed decision-making in critical areas such as sales forecasting, budgeting, or personnel management.
- Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
Senior Recruiter
Nike
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Engineered and streamlined recruitment strategy, simplified creating and updating job descriptions and specifications, demonstrating expertise in HR Practices
- Leveraged ATS databases (Taleo) and social media platforms to identify and recruit high-potential talent from a pool of candidates
- Implemented innovative sourcing strategies, focusing on nurturing talent communities across various functional skillsets
- Engaged with passive candidates and extended networks, while anticipating HR needs and potential talent opportunities
- Reviewed and evaluated 40 to 100 resumes daily.
- Served as a crucial point of contact throughout the selection process, fostering strong relationships with candidates.
Technical Recruitment Supervisor
Washington State Department of Licensing
07.2021 - 03.2022
- Optimized the department’s performance by assembling a skilled team of recruiting managers, internal recruiters, and program managers, leading to an increase in the department’s goal achievement metrics
- Nurtured relationships with management teams, regional/divisional leaders, and corporate recruiting to facilitate HR operations
- Offered comprehensive sourcing and branding assistance to hiring managers, contributing to the successful development and execution of their recruitment campaigns and events
- Created a DEI focused hiring and applicant screening process to streamline work processes within an extremely fast-paced environment
- Provided support to managers and employees as both a trusted advisor to managers and advocate to employees
- Engaged in strategic planning for agency leaders to ensure HR elements are considered and utilized in forming business plans
- Actively participated in union boards, practiced labor and relations law and applied collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) to ensure compliance.
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist (HRC4)
Washington State Labor & Industries
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Entrusted as a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Liaison for the talent acquisition team, leveraging HR expertise in DEI initiatives to deliver comprehensive analysis and propose job classifications and salary recommendations
- Offered high-level consultations services, delivering risk based strategic options to clients, in compliance with HR rules, policies, procedures, RCWs, WACs, and collective bargaining agreements
- Performed critical HR services such as job classification, determining position allocations, and drafting official employee notification letters for Appointing Authority
- Practiced labor and relations law and applied collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) to ensure compliance
- Provided salary recommendations, and actively engaged in strategic planning with agency leaders to incorporate HR considerations effectively into business plans, effectively aligning HR strategies with overall organizational objectives.
- Streamlined internal interview processes, creating a more consistent and structured approach to candidate evaluation across the organization.
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist (HRC3)
Washington State Department of Children, Youth & Families
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Responded to requests for on-demand recruitment services in a production-based environment
- Collaborated in the creation of a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) focused internship program, designing pathways for disenfranchised populations to gain opportunities at DCYF, reflecting a commitment to inclusive HR strategies
- Strategic partner to executive-level hiring managers, offering consultation on DEI initiatives/strategies while effectively advertising job vacancies to diverse talent pools.
- Reduced time-to-fill for critical roles by cultivating strong relationships with hiring managers and understanding their specific needs.
- Conducted in-depth market research and analysis to identify industry trends, benchmarking company performance against competitors.
- Developed tailored recruitment marketing campaigns to strengthen employer brand and attract diverse candidates.
Senior Diversity Recruiter & DEI Advisor
Metropolitan Development Council
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Achieved optimal staffing levels by diligently monitoring job vacancies, initiating recruitment, and conducting interviews to identify high-quality candidates, demonstrating my efficiency in talent acquisition
- Collaborated with the Chief Operations Officer to develop strategies aimed at sourcing a diverse talent pool for executive level positions, reflecting my strategic HR planning abilities
- Championed the development of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives that propelled the agency's progress and encouraged appreciation for diversity
- Facilitated DEI advocacy by assisting the Chief Human Resources Director to organize community events to increase DEI awareness.
- Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
- Improved employee retention rates through thorough candidate screening and interview techniques.
Senior Diversity Recruiter (High Volume) (Contract While in College)
AIM Aerospace (Boeing Sub-Contractor)
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Collaborated effectively with recruiting teams and HR representatives to meet established hiring objectives
- Successfully recruited a diverse pool of candidates from a variety of backgrounds, underscoring commitment efforts to diversity and inclusion in talent acquisition
- Managed the end-to-end recruitment process: screening candidates, crafting, and posting job ads, strategizing, and implementing recruitment plans, preparing new hire packets, and executing onboarding tasks
- Enhanced hiring process and resolved recruiting deficits by creating intricate talents pipelined with external vendors.
- Trained junior recruiters on best practices, contributing to overall team success and improved efficiency.
- Organized job fair events that attracted diverse talent pools, increasing the company's reach within local communities.
Senior Human Resources Recruiter
Bradken Foundry/Office Team (Manufacturing)
01.2018 - 07.2018
- Leveraged relations skills to collaborate effectively with recruitment teams and HR representatives to meet hiring objectives
- Facilitated DEI and safety trainings and programs and led the end-end recruitment processes: designing and posting job ads, screening, and recruiting candidates, formulating recruitment plans, and managing onboarding duties
- Showcased efficiency by performing up to 40 to 60 candidate phones screens daily and successfully hiring 10 to 15 candidates per week.
- Assisted in the design of new onboarding programs aimed at increasing new hire engagement and productivity during their first few months at the company.
- Enhanced candidate experience with timely communication, transparent updates, and thorough feedback during the recruitment process.
HR Manager | Director of Operations
E&G's Green Janitorial
11.2010 - 01.2018
- Oversaw Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Opportunity (EEO), workers compensation, and HR law best practices
- Conducted research on industry compensation standards to create salary structures and administer employee benefits.
- Supervised and mentored direct reports and developed talented HR teams.
- Oversaw payroll functions, ensuring accuracy while maintaining strict confidentiality standards for sensitive employee information.
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Reviewed business goals to recommend new HR approaches, policies and procedures for continual improvements focused on meeting business objectives and enhancing productivity.
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 50-employee company.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science and HR
The Evergreen State College
01.2019
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management
- Staff Development
- Team Management
- People Management
- Strategies and goals
- Business Planning
- Hiring and Retention
- Human Resources Management
- Team Leadership
Electedprojectsandachievements
- Workforce Development
- Performance Monitoring
- Benefits management
- Budget planning
- Employee Relations
- Strategic HR Planning
- Internship Program Builder
- Training Manuals Developer
Professionalexpertise
- HR Operations Management
- Community Engagement
- Leadership & Team Management
- Program Development
- Staffing & Recruitment Strategy
- Sr. Recruiting Expert
- Master Collaborator
- Application Tracking Systems (ATS) Management (Taleo)
- Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) Strategies
- Candidate Screening & Technical Talent Management
- Human Resources (HR) Laws
- Policy development
- Union contract negotiations
- Onboarding and Offboarding process creation
Personal Information
Title: PEOPLE & CULTURE HR LEADERSHIP PROFESSIONAL
Timeline
HR and Equity Director
KNKX
03.2023 - Current
Senior Recruiter
Nike
03.2022 - 11.2022
Technical Recruitment Supervisor
Washington State Department of Licensing
07.2021 - 03.2022
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist (HRC4)
Washington State Labor & Industries
01.2020 - 07.2021
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist (HRC3)
Washington State Department of Children, Youth & Families
09.2019 - 01.2020
Senior Diversity Recruiter & DEI Advisor
Metropolitan Development Council
06.2019 - 09.2019
Senior Diversity Recruiter (High Volume) (Contract While in College)
AIM Aerospace (Boeing Sub-Contractor)
07.2018 - 06.2019
Senior Human Resources Recruiter
Bradken Foundry/Office Team (Manufacturing)
01.2018 - 07.2018
HR Manager | Director of Operations
E&G's Green Janitorial
11.2010 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science and HR
The Evergreen State College
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