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Melanie McNamara, SHRM-CP

Nashville,United States

Summary

Strategic and versatile HR professional with a robust background spanning recruitment, HR management, and strategic contracting. Leveraging several years of experience in navigating high-growth environments, adept at implementing innovative HR solutions to meet organizational objectives. Proven track record in talent acquisition, development, and retention, coupled with adeptness in fostering positive workplace cultures. Committed to driving operational excellence through effective people management strategies.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Resources Generalist/Corporate Recruiter

Enfield Management Company
Nashville, United States
07.2023 - 07.2024
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on HR-related matters, providing guidance on performance issues, conflict resolution, and career development.
  • Spearhead full-cycle recruitment efforts, from sourcing and screening candidates to conducting interviews and negotiating offers.
  • Conduct all new-hire onboarding, from processing new hire paperwork to facilitating training and development.
  • Partner with a PEO to manage employee benefits administration, including enrollment, changes, and communications, to support employee well-being and satisfaction.
  • Conduct investigations into employee complaints and grievances, resolving issues promptly and promoting a positive work environment. Process payroll every other week.

Contract Corporate Recruiter

North Memorial Health (through Robert Half)
Remote
08.2022 - 03.2023
  • Acted as a high-volume Talent Acquisition Partner for a wide range of non-clinical Union and non-Union roles for a large hospital system in Minnesota.
  • Performed high-volume, high-turnover recruiting with a req load of between 45-60 non-contract and Union positions at a time.
  • Proficient in using PageUp ATS to screen candidates and make hiring recommendations.
  • Sent offer letters/decline letters to potential employees. Conducted offer negotiations.

Contract Corporate Recruiter

Children's Minnesota (through Robert Half)
Remote
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Acted as a high-volume Talent Acquisition Consultant for a wide range of clinical and non-clinical roles for a large hospital system in Minnesota.
  • Oversaw a request load of between 45-60 non-contract positions at a time.
  • Responsible for recruiting across multiple departments, including Medical Imaging, Finance, Home Care Nursing, Care Traffic Control Center, Continuing Education, and many more.
  • Responsible for hiring and processing paperwork for 100+ new hires since I started. Proficient in using Taleo ATS to screen candidates and make hiring recommendations.
  • Generated and sent offer letters, decline letters, to potential employees. Entered all new hire onboarding information in the PeopleSoft HRIS system.

Contract Corporate Recruiter

Groups360
Brentwood, United States
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Acted as an Independent Contractor, partnering with the Director of Talent Acquisition, to assist with temporary hiring needs during a high-growth period for Groups360.
  • Responsible for assisting in recruiting a wide range of top talent, including very technical positions such as Power BI Developer, Data Analyst, Ruby on Rails Software Engineer, Full-Stack Software Engineers, etc.
  • Proactively sourced candidates through LinkedIn, professional networks, and referrals. Tracked all candidate applications through Bamboo ATS and updated applicants' files.
  • Interviewed candidates through various stages of the hiring process.
  • Oversaw external and internal communication, making sure that our company maintained a positive reputation.

Contract Recruiter

First Care Clinics (through Ajilon)
Remote
11.2020 - 02.2021
  • Responsible for 30+ open requisitions at a time using the ATS system Kronos.
  • Full-cycle recruiting for a variety of clinical and non-clinical positions for 18 urgent care clinics in the rural Indiana and Kentucky areas.
  • Ensured that all candidates had proper credentials and testing needed before they start working. This included background checks, TB tests, drug screening, references, etc.
  • Responsible for all onboarding duties for my new hires.

Corporate Recruiter

Bridge Connector (contract then hired permanently)
Nashville, United States
09.2019 - 05.2020
  • Assisted the Talent Acquisition team with recruiting efforts for a midsize start-up tech company.
  • Sourced and screened candidates, scheduled interviews, updated requisitions in Paylocity, and assisted with any other functions of recruiting as needed.

Contract Onboarding Specialist

UBS
Nashville, United States
05.2018 - 09.2018
  • Responsible for building lasting relationships with candidates and/or HR clients, and delivering top-notch service for a global firm providing financial services in over 50 countries.
  • Acted as primary liaison for all communications regarding candidate onboarding status with various stakeholders involved in the process.
  • Maintained an onboarding caseload of at least 40 new joiners at a time – accurately logged and tracked requests in a streamlined case management tool.
  • Executed offer letter administration, which included creating, sending, and monitoring the return of specific documents for new joiner candidates.
  • Completed employment eligibility verification processes, including setup and monitoring of the background investigation process.
  • Answer new joiner HR-related questions.

HR Manger/Corporate Recruiter

MediSked, LLC
Rochester, United States
04.2016 - 08.2017
  • Responsible for all employee relations, new policy creation, new employee orientation, employee development, and employee experience at MediSked.
  • Responsible for full-cycle recruiting for technical and non-technical positions between the Washington, DC, and NY offices.
  • Served as contact person for employees and vendors regarding office operations. Managed and oversaw office services functions, including office equipment, supplies, and vendors.
  • Acted as back-up to Finance for payroll processing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
  • Assisted employees with booking travel and logistics. Supported leadership with additional projects, including utilizing office productivity software, putting together presentations, budgets, proposals, and expense reports.
  • Event planning and execution for all company-wide events, at the direction of the President and EVP.

Career Development Specialist

Goodwill Vision Enterprises
Rochester, United States
05.2015 - 04.2016
  • Provided on-the-job coaching and work adjustment training in job-related situations and on-the-job social skills.
  • Nurtured relationships with local companies to secure community-based employment opportunities.
  • Represented program candidates to potential employers and negotiated all aspects of employment.
  • Designed and facilitated monthly Work Readiness Training sessions to prepare individuals to return to work.

Counselor/Job Advocate

Urban League of Rochester
Rochester, United States
04.2014 - 04.2015
  • This was a one-year, grant-based position funded by the Department of Labor.
  • My responsibilities involved utilizing my networks and contacts to connect at-risk youth with local businesses.
  • Recruited youth, ages 14-24, who have been involved in the juvenile justice system. Enroll them in the Urban League's Urban Youth Empowerment Program, ensuring that all necessary documents for enrollment are obtained.
  • Developed potential employers and utilized my networks to promote our job-ready youth to companies and organizations for consideration.
  • Designed and implemented a 100-hour subsidized summer work experience for approximately 40 youth, achieving a 78% success rate. Performed weekly site visits to the summer employment worksites.
  • Maintained a caseload of 15 youth, ages 14-22; provided weekly counseling sessions, mentoring, and tutoring as needed. Assisted youth with job applications, interviewing skills, and any other job search needs.

Career Services Advisor

RochesterWorks
Rohester, United States
11.2008 - 10.2013
  • Assessed skills, work history, and work readiness for client base, which included at-risk youth and adults, and recommended and assisted in delivering the appropriate service model.
  • Created and implemented new workshop materials designed to educate a variety of diverse populations on how to become job search ready.
  • Utilized creative strategies for capturing and engaging the audience through a blend of methods and models.
  • Developed and facilitated workshops in resume building, business etiquette, interviewing skills, and much more to a diverse client base.
  • Represented the organization at job fairs to educate community partners on our objectives, strategies, and resources.
  • Screened candidates for possible job opportunities; ensured that individuals were qualified and appropriate referrals for the Business Services Team for job placement.
  • Achieved 100% success rate with placing youth, ages 16-21, in Work Experience Programs. Performed outreach to recruit local businesses.

Education

Study Abroad in Spanish -

Universidad de Sevilla
12.2004

BA -

Colgate University
Hamilton, NY

Skills

  • Employee Onboarding
  • Policy Implementation
  • Employment law knowledge
  • Employee Relations
  • Pre-Employment Screening
  • Salary Negotiation
  • Applicant sourcing
  • Human Resource Management Systems

Certification

SHRM-CP

Personal Information

Title: Human Resources Professional

Timeline

Human Resources Generalist/Corporate Recruiter

Enfield Management Company
07.2023 - 07.2024

Contract Corporate Recruiter

North Memorial Health (through Robert Half)
08.2022 - 03.2023

Contract Corporate Recruiter

Children's Minnesota (through Robert Half)
11.2021 - 08.2022

Contract Corporate Recruiter

Groups360
05.2021 - 09.2021

Contract Recruiter

First Care Clinics (through Ajilon)
11.2020 - 02.2021

Corporate Recruiter

Bridge Connector (contract then hired permanently)
09.2019 - 05.2020

Contract Onboarding Specialist

UBS
05.2018 - 09.2018

HR Manger/Corporate Recruiter

MediSked, LLC
04.2016 - 08.2017

Career Development Specialist

Goodwill Vision Enterprises
05.2015 - 04.2016

Counselor/Job Advocate

Urban League of Rochester
04.2014 - 04.2015

Career Services Advisor

RochesterWorks
11.2008 - 10.2013

Study Abroad in Spanish -

Universidad de Sevilla

BA -

Colgate University

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