Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Kristie Molanick

BNY
Pleasant Hills,PA
1
Certification
15
years of professional experience

Dynamic global Human Resources leader with over 15 years of experience driving employee engagement through innovative learning and development, onboarding, and organizational culture initiatives. Expertise in employee relations, HR management, recruitment, compliance, auditing, conflict resolution, talent development, and training acquisition. Proven ability to lead global HR teams, design effective employee programs, and enhance the overall employee experience across diverse industries including financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and hospitality.

Work History

People Service Delivery Global HR Manager

1 Year 11 Months
BNY | 09.2024 - Current
  • Lead a global HR service delivery team of 12 across the United States and India, ensuring high-quality services aligned with organizational goals.
  • Spearheaded process improvement and automation initiatives to streamline HR operations and onboarding, reduce manual work, and improve efficiency.
  • Partnered with employees and business leaders to resolve issues promptly and deliver a seamless employee experience.
  • Coached and developed a high-performing team through feedback, mentoring, and leadership support, fostering accountability and collaboration.
  • Championed employee engagement and workplace culture by leading BNY's Employee Engagement Committee and People Team Connections, advancing connection and recognition initiatives.

Substitute Teacher, K-12

11 Months
West Jefferson Hills School District | 01.2024 - 12.2024
  • Facilitated instruction across multiple grade levels (K–8) and subject areas, ensuring adaptability in diverse learning environments.
  • Facilitated a supportive learning environment by collaborating with students, teachers, and school staff, ensuring alignment with district policies and fostering positive feedback.
  • Engaged with educators to provide regular updates on student progress, supporting effective teaching strategies.

Human Resources Specialist

1 Year 4 Months
Highmark Health | 05.2022 - 09.2023
  • Redesigned and facilitated new hire orientation for Jefferson and Canonsburg Hospitals, enhancing the onboarding experience, accelerating employee integration, and strengthening organizational culture.
  • Coordinated employee wellness, engagement, and training initiatives through the Employee Engagement Committee, fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace.
  • Served as an HR liaison, partnering with employees and leaders to communicate HR initiatives, provide guidance, and support adoption of HR programs and services.
  • Trained employees on Workday self-service, HR Service Operations (HRSO), and HR processes, increasing efficiency and employee self-sufficiency.
  • Managed I-9 verification, licensure, certifications, and employment clearances, ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.

Human Resources Manager

1 Year
Aramark | 01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Partnered with leaders to deliver strategic HR support across employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, and compliance in a unionized environment.
  • Led the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and employee development.
  • Advised leaders on complex employee relations, labor issues, policy interpretation, corrective actions, and compliance with collective bargaining agreements and employment laws.
  • Managed HR operations, including payroll, leave administration, workers' compensation, and workforce management using Workday, iCIMS, and Kronos.

Human Resources Manager

1 Year
Aramark | 01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Partnered with operational leaders to provide strategic HR support across employee relations, performance management, talent acquisition, and a unionized environment.
  • Directed the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, training, and 45- and 90-day performance reviews, helping attract, develop, and retain top talent.
  • Managed complex employee relations matters, advised leaders on policy interpretation, workplace concerns, corrective actions, and labor relations, ensuring consistent application of policies and employment laws.
  • Directed full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance reviews, to attract, develop, and retain top talent.
  • Administered HR operations including payroll, HRIS reporting, workers' compensation, FMLA, short-term disability, and compliance with union collective bargaining agreements and wage and hour regulations.
  • Leveraged HR systems, including Workday, iCIMS, and Kronos, to enhance recruitment, reporting, workforce management, and decision-making.

Human Resources Coordinator

4 Years
Kurt J. Lesker Company | 01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Facilitated collaboration with leaders and over 400 employees across multi-state and international locations to deliver HR support and enhance employee communications.
  • Designed and implemented new hire onboarding and orientation programs, focusing on employee development and optimizing the onboarding experience.
  • Developed organization-wide announcements and Lesker news articles to foster employee engagement and promote a positive organizational culture.
  • Led Corporate Sustainability Program, guiding monthly employee engagement and community service initiatives that fostered increased participation and strengthened community ties.

Human Resources Specialist / Payroll Administrator

5 Years
Ramsey Construction | 01.2012 - 01.2017
  • Managed payroll, benefits administration, unemployment claims, and HR operations, ensuring accurate processing and compliance with company policies and employment regulations.
  • Advised employees on benefits, HR policies, workplace safety, and employment-related matters as a trusted HR resource.
  • Maintained employee handbooks, HR documentation, payroll reporting, and month-end reconciliations to enhance operational efficiency and ensure regulatory compliance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Communications & Human Resources

Indiana University of Pennsylvania | Indiana, PA

Skills

HR Management
Employee Relations
Talent Development
Learning & Development
Training Facilitation
New Hire Orientation
Onboarding Process
Employee Engagement

Certification

  • Workday
  • Oracle HCM
  • Kronos
  • ICIMS
  • ADP Workforce Now
  • Eightfold
  • OSHA 30 Certified

Timeline

People Service Delivery Global HR Manager

BNY
09.2024 - CurrentRead More

Substitute Teacher, K-12

West Jefferson Hills School District
01.2024 - 12.2024Read More

Human Resources Specialist

Highmark Health
05.2022 - 09.2023Read More

Human Resources Manager

Aramark
01.2021 - 01.2022Read More

Human Resources Manager

Aramark
01.2021 - 01.2022Read More

Human Resources Coordinator

Kurt J. Lesker Company
01.2017 - 01.2021Read More

Human Resources Specialist / Payroll Administrator

Ramsey Construction
01.2012 - 01.2017Read More

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science from Communications & Human Resources
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Kristie Molanick