Melissa Rayle
Fort Jennings,OH
Summary
Experienced Executive Leader with a strong background in business development and strategic planning. Skilled in analyzing data and performance metrics to comprehensively understand the business landscape. Proven ability to identify opportunities for growth and implement effective strategies to drive success. Results-oriented professional excelling in leading cross-functional teams and optimizing operational processes to achieve organizational objectives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Finance and Human Resources
Allen County Public Health
10.2023 - Current
- Controlled a $7M budget
- Received the largest grant award in agency history in the first 6 months as the agency Fiscal Officer. The total award was just under $1M
- Managed a high-performing finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to foster professional growth and development
- Developed and secured funding for a $150K clinic renovation and a $115K community water project
- Oversaw all agency financial and human resources aspects for over 50 employees, including payroll and benefits management
- Forecasted and regularly presented agency budgets, financial reporting, and analysis to internal leadership, the Board of Health, and the District Advisory Council
- Collaborated with executive leadership team in developing long-term financial goals, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
- Worked closely with the County Auditor’s Office, County Treasurer’s Office, County Prosecutor’s Office, and County Commissioners on operations and financial processing
- Implemented a professional development tracking module to enhance overall efficiency and advancement in agency initiatives
- Created a skills matrix to establish key personnel backups in conjunction with a Strategic Plan for the agency
- Completely overhauled the hiring and onboarding processes for the agency
- Organized and trained individuals to be Designated Readers to assist Visually Impaired clients
- Prepared all grant expenditure reports
- Prepared financial statements for submission to the Auditor of State
- Analyzed and revised outdated personnel policies, developed new policies, and created process documentation for the Fiscal and Human Resources departments
- Acted as Chair of the Employee Advisory Group, establishing all agency activities and professional development opportunities to improve overall engagement and employee satisfaction
- Spearheaded agency disciplinary actions under the Ohio Revised Code
- Utilized AI Technology to review and create policies.
Freelance Business Consultant
.
01.2023 - Current
- Strategized profitability to increase margins while implementing efficient practices to create savings
- Developed business strategies by conducting comprehensive market research and competitor analysis
- Increased client satisfaction by implementing tailored solutions for their unique business needs
- Consulted on employee relations matters
- Developed process documentation and created company policies
- Provided contract negotiation aid
Director of Human Resources, Safety & Administration
Dancer Logistics Inc.
09.2019 - 10.2023
- Managed and coordinated all aspects of Human Resources for over 70 employees
- Spearheaded and implemented digitization of the orientation process for efficiency
- Negotiated a multi-year savings plan for energy use that saved over $50K annually
- Oversaw all Payroll activities and trained as a key backup for the Chief Finance Officer
- Performed all troubleshooting and training for Omnitrac ELD units
- Successfully received Satisfactory ratings in all onsite DOT and PUCO audits
- Directed each phase of the hiring process, encompassing employment verification, employee relations investigations, criminal background checks and onboarding
- Handled all commercial accidents with insurance, lawyers and litigators
- Coordinated and worked with management on performance evaluations, supervisory practices, dispute resolution, and employee accountability
- Beta tested software features for Omnitracs customizations and TMW Trimble applications and became a superuser and controller of the programs
- Trained SQL Administrator
- Trained in Great Plains and Quickbooks.
Director of Safety & Human Resources
Dancer Logistics Inc.
05.2018 - 09.2019
Human Resources Manager/Office Manager
Dancer Logistics Inc.
10.2017 - 05.2018
Plant Manager
Wannemacher Enterprises
03.2017 - 10.2017
- Increased overall customer satisfaction by 7% in 1 Quarter
- Decreased overall labor costs and increased revenue by $60,000 in 4 months
- Received a Dot Foods customer service award for timely and accurate shipping
- Oversaw new product implementation
- Trended labor costs to renegotiate customer contracts
- Directly managed all plant operations in the Van Wert and Latty locations
- Implemented the expansion of Warehousing to add a location in Lima
- Created a skills matrix to track and enhance training and professional development in each area
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours
- Completed payroll for all employees
- Completed monthly Director Reports to establish monthly targets
- Conducted all interviews and hiring for each facility
- Quality Review Team auditor
- Oversaw the certification of a second location to become SQF-certified and maintain compliance
- Oversaw implementation of a third warehouse location.
Assistant Plant Manager
Wannemacher Enterprises
12.2016 - 03.2017
Office Manager
Wannemacher Enterprises
02.2016 - 12.2016
Administrative Assistant to the Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness & Assistant to the President for Planning
James A. Rhodes State College
05.2015 - 02.2016
- Assisted with budgetary information such as preparing purchase requisitions, processing invoices, and monthly tracking of expenditures
- Created and maintained working files and established and maintained efficient filing systems
- Worked closely with the Vice President for Institutional Planning and President on highly confidential matters
- Assisted the President with the preparation of materials and agendas for the Board of Trustees meetings
- Served as liaison between the President and Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness and many other Executive staff and community officials
- Used Banner software to source and produce reporting for institutional data and financial reports
- Continually assisted with championing institutional compliance and continuous improvement efforts directly related to assessment, accreditation, research and grants.
Secretary/ Administrative Support
SAFY
12.2011 - 05.2015
Temporary/ Part-Time Accounting Associate
SAFY
01.2007 - 01.2011
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Everest University Online
2018
Skills
HR Analytics
Performance Appraisals
Organizational Culture
Organizational Leadership
Operations Management
Profitability Improvement
Strategic Visioning
Crisis Management
Certification
- Ohio Auditor of State Fraud Prevention Certification, 2024, THE OHIO AUDITOR OF STATE
- Mental Health First Aid Certification, 2024, National council for mental wellbeing
- CPR & First Aid Certification, 2020, KEEPING KIDS SAFE
- Sigma Six White Belt Certification, 2017, AVETA BUSINESS INSTITUTe
- DOT Drug & Alcohol Supervisor Certification, 2018, ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER
Timeline
Director of Finance and Human Resources
Allen County Public Health
10.2023 - Current
Freelance Business Consultant
.
01.2023 - Current
Director of Human Resources, Safety & Administration
Dancer Logistics Inc.
09.2019 - 10.2023
Director of Safety & Human Resources
Dancer Logistics Inc.
05.2018 - 09.2019
Human Resources Manager/Office Manager
Dancer Logistics Inc.
10.2017 - 05.2018
Plant Manager
Wannemacher Enterprises
03.2017 - 10.2017
Assistant Plant Manager
Wannemacher Enterprises
12.2016 - 03.2017
Office Manager
Wannemacher Enterprises
02.2016 - 12.2016
Administrative Assistant to the Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness & Assistant to the President for Planning
James A. Rhodes State College
05.2015 - 02.2016
Secretary/ Administrative Support
SAFY
12.2011 - 05.2015
Temporary/ Part-Time Accounting Associate
SAFY
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Ohio Auditor of State Fraud Prevention Certification, 2024, THE OHIO AUDITOR OF STATE
- Mental Health First Aid Certification, 2024, National council for mental wellbeing
- CPR & First Aid Certification, 2020, KEEPING KIDS SAFE
- Sigma Six White Belt Certification, 2017, AVETA BUSINESS INSTITUTe
- DOT Drug & Alcohol Supervisor Certification, 2018, ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Everest University Online
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