Jennifer Rothermel
Summary
Strategic HR professional with 15 years of progressive experience in human resources management, specializing in full-cycle recruitment, employee relations, talent development, and organizational effectiveness. Demonstrated expertise in driving HR initiatives that support business objectives while fostering inclusive, high-performance workplace cultures. Skilled in HRIS/ATS administration, compliance management, employee engagement, and cross-functional partnership with leadership teams.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
RECRUITER
GOODWILL INDUSTRIES
Canton, Ohio
12.2019 - Current
- Manage end-to-end recruitment operations supporting 25+ retail locations, two distribution centers, and corporate headquarters, serving a diverse population
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with candidates and hiring managers
- Develop and deliver training programs for hiring managers on legal interviewing techniques, best practices, and structured onboarding protocols
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicant relevant knowledge, skills, experience, and aptitudes
TALENT ACQUISITION
TIMKENSTEEL (Company Wide Layoffs)
Canton, Ohio
05.2018 - 11.2019
- Executed comprehensive recruitment strategies for exempt-level professionals and collegiate intern programs aligned with organizational talent needs
- Partner with department leads to identify hiring needs and internal promotion opportunities.
- Facilitated onboarding, training, and development programs for salaried employees
- Administered affirmative action planning (AAP) and EEO compliance reporting in accordance with OFCCP guidelines
TALENT ACQUISITION BUSINESS PARTNER
VXI GLOBAL SOLUTIONS
Canton, Ohio
09.2015 - 05.2018
- Led and mentored a high-performing recruitment team supporting multi-client contact center operations
- Collaborate with client leadership to develop workforce plans responsive to fluctuating business demands
- Monitored recruitment budgets and expenses, ensuring cost-effective solutions aligned with client financial parameters
- Helped create a leadership and development program to offer internal growth opportunities
CONTRACT RECRUITER
KELLY SERVICES
Orrville, Ohio
03.2015 - 09.2015
- Provided specialized recruitment support to multiple client organizations under short-term contract engagement
- Conducted high-volume screening and placement of hourly contractors for temp-to-hire assignments
- Managed contractor’s scheduling, onboarding, and tracked performance management
- Collaborated with client HR teams on conversion processes to convert contractors to permanent employment
- (SHORT-TERM CONTRACT)
HIRING & RECRUITING MANAGER
COVELLI ENTERPRISES
Warren, Ohio
01.2011 - 12.2014
- Directed recruitment team responsible for fully staffing new restaurant locations across Ohio & Pennsylvania markets
- Designed and facilitated new hire orientation and training programs ensuring consistent brand standards
- Collaborated with operations training team to develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for emerging restaurant concepts
- Created and implemented retention initiatives and management training programs resulting in reduced turnover
Skills
- TA Management
- Full-Cycle Recruitment
- Candidate Sourcing
- Performance Management
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Interviewing & Hiring Best Practices
- Employee Relations & Development
- Training & Development
- Orientation & Onboarding
- EEO/AAP Compliance
- Change Management
- HR Metrics & Reporting
Timeline
RECRUITER
GOODWILL INDUSTRIES
12.2019 - Current
TALENT ACQUISITION
TIMKENSTEEL (Company Wide Layoffs)
05.2018 - 11.2019
TALENT ACQUISITION BUSINESS PARTNER
VXI GLOBAL SOLUTIONS
09.2015 - 05.2018
CONTRACT RECRUITER
KELLY SERVICES
03.2015 - 09.2015
HIRING & RECRUITING MANAGER
COVELLI ENTERPRISES
01.2011 - 12.2014