JASON KEMELMAN
Salisbury,MD
Summary
SHRM-CP certified HR Professional and I/O Psychology graduate with proven experience driving results in recruitment, employee retention, training & development, shared services, and comprehensive HR functions. Eager to leverage expertise to deliver sustained HR support, contribute to organizational success, and continuously develop skill set for long-term strategic impact.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Officer I
Maryland Department of Health
04.2024 - Current
- Decreased the regional vacancy rate from 10.4% to 7.2% (FY2024–FY2025) and reduced time-to-hire through the strategic enhancement of recruitment and onboarding processes, including digital reference collection and SOP development
- Provided recommendations which helped decrease the regional permanent position turnover rate from 12.9% to 11.5% while increasing headcount by 6.4% (FY2024-FY2025).
- Designed and conducted exit interviews, new hire surveys, and stay interviews for Deer’s Head Hospital Center, Holly Center, and Eastern Shore Hospital Center leveraging data trends to provide actionable recommendations to executive leadership.
- Maximized visibility for regional recruitments by strategically utilizing job boards linked to JobAps, including targeted outreach to local workforce organizations and colleges
- Attended and managed an average of 2-3 recruitment events monthly across MDH Healthcare Facilities' Eastern Region, enhancing talent acquisition.
- Provided comprehensive HR coverage as needed, ensuring seamless operations.
Human Resources Coordinator
Kedrion Biopharma Inc.
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed multi-state payroll for approximately 3,200 employees.
- Generated and disseminated 28 weekly departmental reports using ADP, SuccessFactors, and Microsoft Excel.
- Contributed to a key task force responsible for launching new recruitment, onboarding, training & development, and offboarding modules for US operations.
- Supported various HR pillars, including benefits management, recruitment efforts, and HRIS administration.
- Handled a range of HR administrative tasks, including workers' compensation, unemployment, disability claims, and employment verifications.
- Provided comprehensive HR support, resolving diverse employee inquiries.
Human Resources Intern
CEMEX
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Spearheaded recruitment efforts for 18 concrete plant locations across the Tampa region, managing a high volume of requisitions.
- Contributed to a 13.3% increase in ready-mix driver staffing, significantly reducing the staffing gap.
- Scheduled 12-20 interviews per week for candidates with plant managers, following sourcing and screening interviews.
- Streamlined candidate communication through consistent follow-up via phone, email, and SAP SuccessFactors.
- Cultivated strong relationships with plant managers to accurately assess staffing needs and ensure optimal person-job alignment.
Employment Training Specialist
YAI
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Delivered individualized on-site and off-site employment training to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
- Managed a caseload of 15-20 clients across Nassau and Suffolk counties, facilitating employment acquisition and retention.
- Coordinated training plans with clients and supervisors, aligning support with employer needs.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of all client services.
- Provided supports to clients in their obtaining of and/or maintaining employment.
Clerk & Night Manager
King Kullen
08.2013 - 09.2020
- Resolved both customer and employee conflicts.
- Coached employees to expand their skill set and provide excellent customer service.
- Maintained a physically safe and efficient work environment.
- Preserved an aesthetically pleasing and organized store by building displays, fronting shelf items, stocking where needed, and cleaning.
- Assisted customers by answering questions, helping locate items, and taking on clerk responsibilities in various departments.
Education
M.S. - Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Florida Southern College
12.2022
B.A. - Psychology
SUNY Old Westbury
05.2020
A.A. - Liberal Arts
Nassau Community College
05.2018
Skills
- Organizational development
- Payroll administration
- HR analytics
- HRIS systems
- Conflict resolution
- Talent acquisition
- HR policies and procedures
- Compensation and benefits
Affiliations
- SHRM-CP (12/2023–Present)
- Phi Theta Kappa (05/2017–Present)
- The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) (08/2023–Present)
- Florida Industrial & Organizational Psychology (02/2022–Present)
Timeline
HR Officer I
Maryland Department of Health
04.2024 - Current
Human Resources Coordinator
Kedrion Biopharma Inc.
02.2023 - 03.2024
Human Resources Intern
CEMEX
04.2022 - 07.2022
Employment Training Specialist
YAI
08.2020 - 05.2021
Clerk & Night Manager
King Kullen
08.2013 - 09.2020
B.A. - Psychology
SUNY Old Westbury
A.A. - Liberal Arts
Nassau Community College
M.S. - Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Florida Southern College