MELISSA DIETZ, SHRM-CP

Recruiting Specialist - 2018 - 2020

Recruiting Coordinator - 2016 - 2018

• Managed full-cycle recruitment for roles ranging from entry-level to senior directors.
• Oversaw HRIS and ATS administration for Dayforce and Taleo, including staff training, system improvements, and data integrity.
• Served on the DEI Advisory Team for three years, contributing to inclusive hiring practices and cultural agility programming.
• Mentored and coached recruiting specialists, HR interns, and hiring managers on structured interviewing, selection criteria, and bias reduction.
• Facilitated candidate interviews and assessments, ensuring a positive candidate experience while maintaining organizational standards.
• Managed applicant tracking system updates, resulting in improved data accuracy and reporting capabilities.
• Organized recruitment events and job fairs, successfully increasing candidate engagement and attracting diverse talent pools.
• Maintained strong relationships with external recruitment agencies, optimizing partnerships for improved hiring outcomes.

• Managed operations, workforce planning, and performance management for department with 25+ employees.
• Promoted from Clerk to Assistant Manager within two years based on leadership and results.
• Led full-cycle interviewing, hiring, scheduling, coaching, and retention strategies.

• Held progressive roles from Line Cook, Kitchen and Catering Manager to Chef, managing all areas of kitchen operations, catering events, and team development.
• Led staff training, scheduling, inventory, and cost controls to improve efficiency and service quality.
• Created menus and supported cross-functional teams to deliver excellent customer experiences.