Megan Jo
NEW YORK,New York
Summary
Experienced HR executive with a proven track record in leading effective talent acquisition strategies, optimizing HR processes, and driving organizational growth. Skilled in implementing data-driven solutions to enhance employee engagement, streamline recruitment, and promote inclusive workplace cultures. Demonstrated success in aligning HR initiatives with business objectives to achieve measurable results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Talent Acquisition
Accurate Communication
NY, CA, FL ,DC, TX, CT,GA
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted reviews to understand why employees were leaving and implemented targeted training for managers and leaders, leading to improved retention rates.
- Reviewed and improved recruitment processes, leading to a 20% faster hiring time.
- Enhanced the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) using data insights, improving candidate quality by 15% and reducing admin tasks by 25%.
- Introduced creative sourcing methods, increasing qualified candidates by 20% and cutting reliance on external agencies by 10%.
- Set and tracked recruitment performance goals, achieving 90% accuracy in hiring forecasts and ensuring 95% compliance with hiring laws and standards.
- Regularly analyzed recruitment data to adjust strategies, resulting in a 15% boost in candidate retention and a 10% rise in employee satisfaction with recruitment processes.
Director of Human Resources
New York Academy of Art
New York, NY
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Led talent management and diversity efforts, boosting retention rates by 60% and helping 30% more underrepresented employees move into leadership roles.
- Ran a diversity recruitment campaign, increasing the pool of diverse candidates by 25% and bringing in 30+ new hires who fit the Academy's mission.
- Updated the employee rewards strategy with better benefits, raising employee satisfaction by 25%.
- Created a fair performance evaluation system, leading to a 40% rise in employees, especially from underrepresented groups, who met or exceeded performance goals.
- Started training programs focused on inclusivity and leadership, helping 30% of staff from diverse backgrounds step into more advanced roles.
Senior HR Business Partner
Diiploy
New York, NY
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Created and implemented an HR strategy that matched the company's goals, improving recruitment efficiency and saving $80,000 annually.
- Designed a talent acquisition plan for AI marketing, cutting hiring costs by 25% and expecting future savings of $100,000.
- Supported the company's growth from 18 to 52 employees with a flexible HR framework, saving $200,000 in overhead costs.
- Launched employee engagement and retention programs, aiming to lower turnover by 15% and boost revenue by 10% through better employee satisfaction.
- Set up an advanced HR Information System (HRIS), increasing efficiency by 50% and saving about $55,000 a year.
Director of Human Resources & Title IX Officer
New York Academy of Art
New York, NY
08.2016 - 09.2021
- Managed and resolved all Title IX compliance and sexual harassment reports, protecting the organization's reputation and ensuring a safe, fair environment.
- Led a team to renegotiate health insurance contracts, cutting annual costs by 10%.
- Created conflict resolution processes, reducing staff disputes by 30% and improving efficiency.
- Introduced a yearly employee compensation plan to ensure fair and equitable pay.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Capital Music Group (UMG)
- Worked with business leaders to create people plans, which led to a 20% boost in employee engagement.
- Trained over 150 employees on HR policies and improved understanding of benefits, increasing their use by 25%.
- Helped develop employee policies for onboarding, performance, and retention, reducing turnover by 15%.
- Improved communication between leadership and employees, with a 30% increase in positive feedback.
Education
MBA - Human Resources Management
Salem State University
Salem, MAPh.D. - Systems Engineering
George Washington University, The
Washington, DCSkills
- Talent Acquisition & Management
- Strategic HR Planning & Implementation
- Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
- Employee Engagement & Retention
- Performance Management
- HRIS Technologies
- Legal Compliance & Regulatory Standards
- Change Management
- Strategic & Transformational Leadership
- Compensation Structure Implementation
Certification
- SHRM-SCP expires Oct 2023
- Title IX Certified (all 5)
Timeline
Head of Talent Acquisition
Accurate Communication
10.2023 - Current
Senior HR Business Partner
Diiploy
02.2022 - 08.2023
Director of Human Resources
New York Academy of Art
09.2021 - 10.2023
Director of Human Resources & Title IX Officer
New York Academy of Art
08.2016 - 09.2021
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Capital Music Group (UMG)
MBA - Human Resources Management
Salem State University
Ph.D. - Systems Engineering
George Washington University, The
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