Matthew Musella
Staten Island,USA
Summary
Dynamic and strategic Human Resources leader with extensive experience building and scaling high-performing HR functions in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to align people strategies with business objectives, drive organizational growth, and foster positive workplace cultures. Expertise spans the full spectrum of HR operations including talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, performance management, and leadership development. Recognized as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, delivering measurable improvements in retention, efficiency, and risk mitigation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Human Resources
Done Right Hood & Fire Safety
Brooklyn, NY
04.2024 - Current
- Lead HR strategy and operations for a 150-employee organization, partnering with executive leadership to align workforce planning with business growth objectives.
- Built and optimized HR infrastructure, including policies, compliance frameworks, and talent processes to support scaling operations.
- Reduced time-to-fill by 30% by implementing structured hiring strategies and improving recruitment workflows.
- Increased employee retention by 20% through targeted engagement initiatives and culture transformation efforts.
- Led 15+ complex employee relations investigations involving harassment, discrimination, and policy violations, mitigating legal risk.
- Oversee payroll, compensation strategy, and benefits administration, ensuring market competitiveness and internal equity.
- Developed leadership training programs that strengthened management capability and improved overall employee performance.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws, minimizing organizational risk and exposure.
Human Resources Specialist
YF Logistics
Hamilton, NJ
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Managed full-cycle recruitment, filling 100+ roles and reducing onboarding time by 25%.
- Resolved 25+ employee relations cases, improving workplace morale and minimizing escalations.
- Maintained 100% compliance with labor laws and internal policies.
- Streamlined HR processes, reducing administrative workload by 20%.
Executive Assistant
Mastery Academy
Miami, FL
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Supported executive leadership, improving scheduling efficiency and internal coordination.
- Coordinated meetings and contributed to board-level reporting materials.
Human Resources Administrator
PepsiCo - Frito Lay
Somerset, NJ
02.2017 - 08.2021
- Supported HR operations for 200+ employees across multiple functions.
- Administered FMLA and workers’ compensation cases, ensuring compliance and timely resolution.
- Utilized HRIS systems to improve data accuracy and reporting efficiency.
Store Manager
Men’s Wearhouse
Staten Island, NY
07.2011 - 03.2017
- Led a team of 18+ employees, consistently exceeding sales targets.
- Improved store performance and customer satisfaction through team development and operational excellence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Corporate Communications
The College of Staten Island
05-2016
Skills
- Strategic HR Leadership & Workforce Planning
- Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Optimization
- Employee Relations & Complex Investigations
- HR Compliance & Risk Management
- Performance Management & Leadership Development
- Compensation, Benefits & Total Rewards
- DEI Initiatives & Culture Transformation
- Change Management & Process Improvement
Timeline
Director of Human Resources
Done Right Hood & Fire Safety
04.2024 - Current
Human Resources Specialist
YF Logistics
12.2021 - 03.2024
Executive Assistant
Mastery Academy
08.2021 - 12.2021
Human Resources Administrator
PepsiCo - Frito Lay
02.2017 - 08.2021
Store Manager
Men’s Wearhouse
07.2011 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Corporate Communications
The College of Staten Island