Holly Powell
Noblesville,IN
Summary
Senior Human Resources Manager with history of improving policies, reducing turnover, optimizing compensation and reducing benefits costs. Collects, organizes and evaluates key data to improve HR decision-making process. Successful at overseeing all areas of HR. Versatile and forward-thinking leader with a firm grasp of best practices and human resources management functions. Systematic and detail-oriented professional with advanced HRIS skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Technical Recruiting Specialist
Blue Origin
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Utilized Workday, while integrating into Greenhouse, for full cycle recruiting efforts.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
- Advertised job opportunities on multiple social media platforms and job boards, while conducting Boolean searches for the perfect candidate.
- Maintained a pipeline of potential candidates to ensure the organization’s staffing needs are met in a timely manner.
- Invented Blue Origin’s Diverse Slates tool to ensure every position was fair and equitable to each candidate.
- Creator and leader of DEI Pillars & Foundations for continuous improvement.
- Coordinated and led Job Fairs.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations.
- Advised managers on best practices to maintain compliance with applicable laws.
- Collaborated with HR leadership regarding candidate salary determinations.
- Developed and implemented plans to improve recruitment process.
Sr. Human Resource and Recruitment Manager
Blackbaud
06.2017 - 10.2021
- Created programs to reduce turnover and improve employee engagement in daily business process.
- Evaluated employee onboarding programs and implemented strategic improvements.
- Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
- Developed promotional paths and succession plans.
- Managed a complex 140 person (growing from 9) of HR Managers and HRBP's, Talent Acquisition Managers, Recruiters, Coordinators, and Sourcing Experts.
- Established a full HR and Recruiting Operations team with Business Intelligence, Analytics, Workforce and Capacity Planning, PM, DEI, Employer Branding, Candidate Experience, Onboarding, ATS and HRIS solutions.
- Created a Launch Book detailing all processes, position expectations, policies, EEO, OFCCP, an AAP requirements and regulations.
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Managed payroll and benefits department, ensuring compliance and diminishing financial discrepancies through expert program management.
- Coordinated employee grievances and disputes in timely and professional manner by finding constructive solutions.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
- Assessed employee knowledge, company strategic plans and market needs to improve training programs.
Human Resources Manager
SteadyServ Technologies
01.2012 - 05.2017
- Implemented growth from 5 to 146 employees within the first year.
- Designed and implemented all HR policies, recruitment strategies, onboarding, employee performance evaluations, and disciplinary strategies.
- 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.
- Coordinated employee grievances and disputes in timely and professional manner by finding constructive solutions.
- Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
- Designed a location based compensation strategy using relevant costs of labor to ensure company was market competitive.
- Utilized Paycore to manage payroll and benefits programs, including PTO, LWOP, and FMLA.
- Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
- Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
Sr. Lead Recruiter
Sedona Staffing
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Ensured compliance with Federal and State Laws regarding fair and ethical hiring practices.
- Developed Recruiting Strategies to attract and retain a diverse candidate pool.
- Lead a team of junior recruiters.
- Collaborated with clients to develop training programs for placed new hires.
- Tracked key metrics such as, time to fill, source effectiveness, and cost per hire.
- Managed ATS and HRIS to ensure accurate reporting.
- Utilized multiple platforms to conduct Boolean searches and attract passive candidates.
- Recruited, screened, and interviewed candidates to assess relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Wrote and posted job descriptions based on client needs and requirements.
- Interviewed candidates using different interview methods and approaches.
- Referred candidate resumes to customer account managers for evaluation and submission.
- Collaborated with internal teams to continuously improve recruitment processes and execute as efficiently as possible.
- Onboarded new hires and set up training.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Prioritized positions to ensure urgency and vacancies were filled by qualified candidates.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN2022
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN2019
Skills
- SHRM Standards
- Industry Best Practices
- Problem Resolution
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Human Resources Law Expertise
- Human Resources Policy Implementation
- Talent Acquisition
- Global Recruitment
- Compensation Analysis
- Training and Onboarding
- Employee Handbook Development
Timeline
Sr. Technical Recruiting Specialist
Blue Origin
10.2021 - 10.2023
Sr. Human Resource and Recruitment Manager
Blackbaud
06.2017 - 10.2021
Human Resources Manager
SteadyServ Technologies
01.2012 - 05.2017
Sr. Lead Recruiter
Sedona Staffing
01.2006 - 01.2012
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Indiana Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Indiana Wesleyan University
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