KENYATA GAFFNEY
Boiling Springs,SC
Summary
Results-driven HR Professional seeking to transition into a Neighborhood Sales Manager role with Stanley Martin Homes. Looking to leverage a strong background in recruiting, performance metrics, and relationship management to deliver an elevated buyer experience while driving traffic conversion, sales goals, and community success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR Generalist
VPET USA, LLC
Greer, Arizona
04.2024 - Current
- Supported recruiting efforts across five locations, enhancing talent acquisition processes.
- Acted as Benefits Captain, coordinating enrollment and addressing employee benefits inquiries.
- Collaborated with management to address performance issues and document corrective actions.
- Ensured compliance with employment laws, particularly in California and local jurisdictions.
- Organized training sessions and HR initiatives to enhance employee engagement.
- Maintained accurate employee records and ensured audit-ready documentation for compliance.
Talent Acquisition Partner
Openwork
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Filled staffing needs through collaboration with leadership and hiring managers.
- Leveraged TA resources to attract quality candidates across various platforms.
- Managed candidate activity flow and recruitment tracking for efficiency and organization.
- Screened resumes, interviewed candidates, and facilitated hiring decisions for open positions.
- Supported onboarding processes by extending offer letters via BambooHR system.
- Conducted first week check-ins to ensure new employee integration and satisfaction.
Tour Assistant - PRN
Opendoor
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Enhanced buyer engagement by facilitating home tours at various properties.
- Represented Opendoor's brand values as the main point of contact.
- Ensured secure property access by verifying client identity and permissions.
- Documented property condition through thorough pre- and post-tour inspections.
- Resolved buyer inquiries and escalated complex questions to licensed agents.
- Secured properties after tours, ensuring proper staging and locking protocols.
Manager, Human Resources
RDI- USA, Inc
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Streamlined multi-site HR operations across Spartanburg, Greer, and Ontario locations.
- Ensured compliance with employment laws through effective payroll and benefits management.
- Enhanced talent acquisition processes, aligning recruiting and onboarding with company policies.
- Provided strategic workforce planning advice to leadership, improving retention and succession.
- Addressed sensitive employee relations issues, conducting thorough investigations and accommodations.
Recruiter, Distribution Support
Saddle Creek Logistics
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Enhanced talent acquisition by implementing effective staffing policies and procedures.
- Strengthened relationships with candidates, team members, and hiring managers.
- Developed recruiting resources and tools to attract high-quality candidates.
- Utilized diverse sourcing methods including social media and job fairs for recruitment.
- Collaborated with HR representatives to identify and resolve hiring obstacles.
Staffing Manager
Randstad Staffing
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Resolved claims efficiently, enhancing employee understanding of benefit information.
- Managed FMLA and LOA processes, ensuring compliance and employee support.
- Built relationships with leaders and employees through regular communication and visits.
- Coordinated recruitment efforts, collaborating with multiple stakeholders to meet hiring needs.
- Administered HR policies, improving employee engagement through site visits and outreach.
- Provided employee counseling and conducted exit interviews to gather feedback.
Corporate Recruiter (Various Other Roles)
American Credit Acceptance
12.2013 - 08.2019
- Supported multi-site operations across South Carolina and Georgia effectively.
- Collaborated with corporate leadership to fulfill staffing requirements efficiently.
- Utilized diverse resources like CareerBuilder and LinkedIn to attract quality candidates.
- Managed candidate activity flow and recruitment tracking methods for efficiency.
- Screened resumes, conducted interviews, and facilitated assessments for hiring decisions.
- Executed onboarding processes, ensuring compliance with HR systems and paperwork.
Education
Associates in Arts - Associates of Arts
Spartanburg Community College
Spartanburg, SCSkills
- HR policies and procedures
- Onboarding and orientation
- Benefits administration
- Talent acquisition
- Fast learner
- Time management
- Computer skills
- Attention to detail
- Verbal and written communication
Accomplishments
- Implementation of new payroll system
- Redesigned new benefits program
- Implementation of a new time and attendance system
- Rolled out revised cultural program
- Recruiter of the year, 2024
Certification
SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP CERTIFICATE-2018,
REAL ESTATE LICENSE- 2023
Timeline
HR Generalist
VPET USA, LLC
04.2024 - Current
Talent Acquisition Partner
Openwork
11.2023 - 04.2024
Tour Assistant - PRN
Opendoor
05.2023 - 11.2023
Manager, Human Resources
RDI- USA, Inc
04.2023 - 11.2023
Recruiter, Distribution Support
Saddle Creek Logistics
10.2020 - 04.2021
Staffing Manager
Randstad Staffing
08.2019 - 10.2020
Corporate Recruiter (Various Other Roles)
American Credit Acceptance
12.2013 - 08.2019
Associates in Arts - Associates of Arts
Spartanburg Community College