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Education
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Accomplishments
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Jaime Brodt, MBA, SHRM-SCP

Mount Laurel

Summary

Dynamic Human Resources Specialist with a proven track record at IKEA North America Services, excelling in full-cycle recruitment and employee relations. Expert in HR policy compliance and benefits administration, I successfully enhanced candidate quality and boosted employee satisfaction through strategic initiatives and effective coaching. Committed to fostering a positive workplace culture.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Resources Specialist

IKEA North America Services
Conshohocken
08.2022 - Current
  • Developed and executed strategic HR plans across 28 retail locations to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Led the creation, review, and update of HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook.
  • Managed full-cycle recruitment processes, enhancing candidate quality and fit.
  • Coordinated pre-employment background checks to ensure compliance and security.
  • Conducted orientation and onboarding sessions, integrating new employees effectively into the company culture.
  • Provided training and coaching to managers on employee performance monitoring and documentation practices.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance employee benefits programs, increasing retention rates.
  • Established and maintained accurate department records, ensuring data integrity and compliance.
  • Supported managers in employee relations, counseling, and conflict resolution.
  • Administered workplace safety and compliance programs, including labor law poster initiatives.

Human Resources Manager

Buffalo Wild Wings
King of Prussia
08.2021 - 04.2022
  • Oversaw HR activities, aligning them with organizational goals in a high-volume, multi-shift environment.
  • Created and updated HR policies and managed compliance across multiple locations.
  • Spearheaded the full-cycle recruitment process, increasing the pool of qualified candidates.
  • Conducted onboarding and training sessions, promoting quick and effective employee integration.
  • Partnered with leadership to manage employee relations, counseling, and performance issues.
  • Assessed and enhanced employee benefits programs, implementing improvements that boosted satisfaction.
  • Monitored compliance with workers’ compensation and related processes to mitigate risks.

Events & Human Resources Manager

Costco – Club Demonstration Services
Rochester
05.2015 - 11.2018
  • Supervised HR activities for a workforce of 200, ensuring alignment with company goals and policies.
  • Conducted HR investigations and managed corrective actions, supporting compliance and ethical standards.
  • Designed and led employee onboarding and orientation programs, enhancing workforce readiness.
  • Maintained accurate HR records and supported managers with performance documentation.
  • Collaborated on enhancing benefits programs, leading to improved employee satisfaction.
  • Conducted site visits to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

Education

MBA - Human Resources Management

Temple University – Fox School of Business
Philadelphia, PA

B.S. - Marketing

Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI

A.S. - Public Relations & Advertising

Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI

Skills

  • Employee relations and investigations
  • Workforce planning and talent development
  • Performance coaching and counseling
  • HR policy compliance
  • Multi-site HR management
  • Full-cycle recruitment and onboarding
  • HR systems expertise (Workday, Cornerstone, ADP)
  • Benefits administration
  • Training and development initiatives
  • DEIB strategy implementation

Hobbies and Interests

Community Volunteer Work, Public Speaking and HR Workshops, Traveling and Cultural Exploration, Fitness and Outdoor Activities

Accomplishments

Nominated to the National Society of Leadership and Success, Spring Semester 2024, Fox Business School at Temple University.

Certification

  • Certified Senior SHRM-SCP 2024

Timeline

Human Resources Specialist

IKEA North America Services
08.2022 - Current

Human Resources Manager

Buffalo Wild Wings
08.2021 - 04.2022

Events & Human Resources Manager

Costco – Club Demonstration Services
05.2015 - 11.2018

MBA - Human Resources Management

Temple University – Fox School of Business

B.S. - Marketing

Johnson & Wales University

A.S. - Public Relations & Advertising

Johnson & Wales University