KENNETH PARRAWAY
San Diego,CA
Summary
Proven HR professional specializing in recruitment, staffing, and talent acquisition strategies to drive organizational success. Expertise in managing end-to-end recruitment processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces. Adept at utilizing innovative sourcing methods and building lasting relationships with candidates and stakeholders. Active TS/SCI Clearance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Alliant International University
01.2022 - 10.2024
- Spearhead recruitment efforts for various organizational units, including successfully hiring for the launch of the Nursing Program
- Drive strategies for talent acquisition, employee onboarding, and retention to support institutional goals.
- Establish and maintain partnerships with internal stakeholders to meet current and future staffing needs.
- Coached managers on effective communication techniques, promoting greater transparency within the organization.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to align HR strategy with overall business objectives, driving organizational success.
- Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
- Streamlined HR processes for improved efficiency, leading to better decision-making and resource allocation.
- Conducted exit interviews with employees leaving company to gauge areas of success and opportunities for improvement.
- Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees.
- Investigated and liaised with legal department to respond
- Managed other HR staff and oversaw completion of tasks and initiatives.
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective talent management strategies and performance evaluation processes.
- Spearheaded recruitment efforts to fill critical positions quickly, reducing downtime due to staff turnover.
- Partnered with legal counsel to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations across all HR practices.
- Resolved understaffing issues, disputes, employee terminations, and disciplinary procedures.
- Facilitated team-building activities and initiatives, improving collaboration and engagement.
Human Resources Manager
United States Navy
01.2018 - 07.2023
- Directed recruitment and retention efforts for a 100-person workforce, achieving a 96% retention rate through career counseling, re-employment programs, and strategic succession planning
- Conducted 98 career development boards and processed over 1,200 administrative actions related to performance evaluations, qualifications, and personnel changes
- Built and implemented structured processes for recruitment, legal support, and personnel performance management
Operations & Administrative Manager
United States Navy
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Coordinated recruitment and onboarding for a team of 8 couriers, ensuring the secure and efficient handling of classified materials during a 35% staffing shortage
- Strengthened organizational readiness and team productivity by leading comprehensive training programs and process enhancements
- Ensured smooth daily operations with timely completion of all essential administrative tasks and responsibilities.
Secretary & Special Security Representative
United States Navy
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Designed and executed training sessions that resulted in the professional advancement of 6 team members
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Processed and managed security clearances for a 412-member workforce
Education
Associate of Arts (AA) - General Studies
American Military University
Charles Town, WVSkills
- Full-Cycle Recruitment & Staffing
- Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development
- Workforce Planning & Retention Strategies
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
- Training & Employee Development
- HR Metrics & Reporting
- Employer Branding & Candidate Engagement
- ATS & HRIS Systems
- Strategic Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
- HR policies and procedures
- HR analytics
Certification
- Certified Military Veteran Recruiter
- Certified Diversity Recruiter
- Certified Social and New Media Recruiter
- Professional Recruiter Certification
- Data and Human Resource Management
- Certified Technical Recruiter
- ITF+ Certification (California Institute of Technology)
Timeline
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Alliant International University
01.2022 - 10.2024
Human Resources Manager
United States Navy
01.2018 - 07.2023
Operations & Administrative Manager
United States Navy
01.2014 - 01.2018
Secretary & Special Security Representative
United States Navy
01.2012 - 01.2014
Associate of Arts (AA) - General Studies
American Military University
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