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Jacquelin "Jax" Keblesh, SPHR

Denton

Summary

Strategic and results-driven Director of Human Resources with over [X] years of experience in developing and executing comprehensive HR strategies to support organizational goals. Adept at fostering a positive corporate culture, optimizing talent acquisition, and driving employee engagement and retention. Proven track record of managing large, diverse teams, improving organizational performance, and implementing HR best practices that align with company objectives. Expert in workforce planning, leadership development, change management, and creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. Highly skilled in navigating complex employee relations issues, ensuring legal compliance, and leveraging HR technology to streamline operations and improve efficiency. Passionate about building high-performing teams and aligning HR initiatives with business strategies to achieve sustainable growth.

Key achievements include:

  • Reducing employee turnover by 22% through targeted retention strategies.
  • Spearheading DEI initiatives that increased diverse hires by 38% within 1 year.
  • Implementing HR technology solutions that improved operational efficiency by 43%.
  • Leading successful organizational change initiatives, resulting in 71% improvement in employee satisfaction and productivity.
  • Developing leadership programs that enhanced internal promotions by 16% and reduced external hiring costs.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Human Resources

Firehawk Aerospace
Addison
08.2024 - Current
  • Spearheaded HR operations for defense aerospace company, overseeing functions for 60 employees and leading two professionals.
  • Developed HR strategies aligned with long-term goals, achieving 50% increase in employee count within one year.
  • Drove recruitment for technical roles, reducing time-to-hire by 54 employees in nine months.
  • Instituted leadership development program, establishing milestones for career advancement across job families.
  • Championed diversity programs, resulting in 25% increase in representation at all organizational levels.
  • Ensured compliance with labor laws, mitigating HR-related legal risks and promoting non-discriminatory practices.
  • Implemented comprehensive PEO platform and new payroll systems, enhancing operational efficiency and compliance training.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to streamline HR operations, improving employee satisfaction scores by 86%.

Senior Human Resource Business Partner

Flightsafety Defense
Fort Worth
01.2022 - 08.2024
  • Provided consultative partnership on workforce strategy and employment lifecycle activities.
  • Maintained partnerships with HR Centers of Excellence, Legal, and business leaders to advance organizational initiatives.
  • Managed relocation of Defense HQ employees from Denver, CO to Dallas, TX seamlessly.
  • Oversaw 21 collective bargaining agreements across 37 states and managed negotiations with unions at 25 military bases.
  • Directed a Defense team of 733 personnel, including 77 contractors, ensuring effective operations.
  • Collaborated with Business Leaders to assess business needs and deliver tailored solutions.
  • Led strategic talent management processes, enhancing employee retention through development programs.
  • Analyzed workforce metrics to establish development goals that optimize engagement and productivity.

Regional Human Resource Business Partner

Hopebridge Autism Therapy Company
Colorado
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Aligned business objectives with employees and management across 19 ABA clinics.
  • Served as field consultant on human resource issues, providing strategic guidance to management.
  • Assessed HR-related needs in collaboration with operations to enhance workforce effectiveness.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with business units to analyze KPIs and identify growth trends.
  • Executed investigations into employee relations issues, reporting findings and action plans.
  • Analyzed trends with HR group to develop effective solutions and policies.
  • Created and implemented employee retention strategies to improve workforce stability.
  • Ensured compliance with employment laws, reducing legal risks while managing employee relations.

Human Resource Director

Macintosh Company
Columbus
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Partnered with leadership to manage employees through retention, training, and change management.
  • Coordinated Human Resources activities in compliance with company policies and regulations.
  • Executed recruitment strategies and implemented behavioral interviewing techniques for managers.
  • Developed strategic workforce plans to align with long-term business goals.
  • Managed integrated talent processes to identify and develop high-potential employees.
  • Administered pre-hire requirements including drug screenings and background checks.
  • Tracked employee status changes, including terminations and promotions.
  • Ensured compliance with FMLA requirements while serving as a resource for management.
  • Expert in HRIS Management: Workday, ADP, Paylocity, Paycor and Kronos.

Human Resource Sergeant

US Army
Columbus
04.2009 - 11.2019
  • Provided HR management and program oversight for military organizations with 2,400 to 11,600 service members.
  • Monitored HR programs for compliance and quality, ensuring adherence to policy standards.
  • Achieved first place among seven peers in HR KPIs through effective program oversight.
  • Processed 1,872 employee transition packets with zero deficiencies over 36 months.
  • Facilitated reintegration of over 460 Ohio National Guard Soldiers post-deployment, guiding families through benefits.
  • Developed training programs that resulted in 100% certification of critical tasks.
  • Launched wellness plans to enhance morale and productivity.
  • Implemented performance management systems to improve team outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Development

Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH
06-2012

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Management

United States Military Academy
Buffalo, NY
05-2010

BCT Training -

Fort Sill
Fort Sill, OK
01.2009

Skills

  • Talent acquisition and workforce planning
  • Employee engagement and recognition
  • HR compliance and employment law
  • Payroll administration and compensation strategies
  • Leadership development and training
  • Organizational development and change management
  • Strategic HR planning
  • Performance management systems
  • Employee relations and counseling
  • HRIS systems management
  • Succession planning and reporting
  • Human resources management and policies

Qualifications Summary

Provides strategic Human Resources leadership, improving organizational effectiveness and design, leading change management, providing leadership consulting, and driving HR functional excellence. Demonstrated expertise in multiple facets of Human Resources domains including recruiting, employee relations, training and coaching, employee and leader development, and position and change management. Leadership and organizational representation experience building best-in-class cross-functional teams within the organization. Skilled in supervising and leading human capital programs for large organizations with multi-functional departments and the full life cycle of personnel operations. Creates partnerships with leaders to effectively support and drive key business initiatives., HR Information Systems, ERP and PEO Implementation, Operational Management, Performance Management, Employee Relations and Investigations, Change Management, Operational Responsiveness, Data and Report Management, Training and Employee Development, Federal, State and Local Employment Law, Multi-site Operations, Exceptional Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Development, Labor Relations- Union, DEI Advisor

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Director of Human Resources

Firehawk Aerospace
08.2024 - Current

Senior Human Resource Business Partner

Flightsafety Defense
01.2022 - 08.2024

Regional Human Resource Business Partner

Hopebridge Autism Therapy Company
01.2020 - 01.2022

Human Resource Director

Macintosh Company
01.2019 - 01.2020

Human Resource Sergeant

US Army
04.2009 - 11.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Development

Columbus State Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Management

United States Military Academy

BCT Training -

Fort Sill
Jacquelin "Jax" Keblesh, SPHR