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Michelle Starkey

Madison

Summary

Experienced HR professional specializing in talent acquisition, workforce planning, employee engagement, and compliance. Utilizes HR analytics, AI-driven recruitment strategies, and employer branding to attract and retain top talent. Skilled in fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives for a thriving workplace culture. Diligent Human Resources Manager with expertise in recruitment, employee relations, and compliance. Demonstrated success in implementing effective HR policies to support organizational goals and enhance team dynamics. Proficient in developing HR strategies aligned with business objectives, emphasizing team collaboration and talent management for a productive workforce.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Resources Manager

Sergenian’s Floor Coverings
04.2023 - Current
  • Spearheaded full-cycle talent acquisition strategies, leveraging AI-powered applicant tracking systems (ATS) to optimize hiring efficiency and reduce time-to-fill rates.
  • Developed succession planning frameworks to enhance workforce retention and internal mobility.
  • Implemented HR analytics dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs), employee turnover trends, and engagement levels.
  • Designed and delivered leadership development programs, coaching management on employee relations, conflict resolution, and talent retention.
  • Ensured compliance with FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC, and OSHA regulations while maintaining HR best practices.
  • Established a culture of continuous learning and DEIB through mentorship, training, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.

Human Resources Manager

Lodgic Everyday Community (Company Closed)
12.2021 - 04.2023
  • Developed and led workforce planning and talent pipeline strategies to anticipate business needs and fill critical roles.
  • Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
  • Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
  • Designed AI-enhanced recruitment campaigns to attract top-tier talent, reducing hiring costs and increasing quality-of-hire.
  • Implemented total rewards and benefits optimization, increasing employee satisfaction and engagement.
  • Led organizational change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions during structural shifts.
  • Provided HR business partnering support to leadership, aligning HR strategies with organizational goals.

Human Resources Manager (Temp Contract)

KleenMark
02.2020 - 12.2021
  • Transformed HR operations, implementing HRIS and ATS technologies to automate recruitment, onboarding, and payroll processes.
  • Partnered with department heads to develop competency-based hiring frameworks and AI-driven job assessments to improve hiring outcomes.
  • Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.

Human Resources Generalist | Talent Acquisition Specialist

Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park
07.2017 - 02.2020
  • Managed full-cycle recruitment, overseeing high-volume hiring for seasonal and full-time employees across multiple locations.
  • Optimized international recruitment strategies, leveraging AI-driven sourcing tools and global recruitment partnerships.
  • Developed and executed HR policies and compliance training, ensuring adherence to FMLA, EEO, and labor laws.
  • Spearheaded diversity recruitment initiatives, driving an inclusive hiring approach.
  • Led HR data analytics projects, using insights to improve workforce planning and employee retention.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decision making.
  • Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA and benefits.

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Human Resource Management

Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA

Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management

Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA

Skills

  • Strategic hiring and resource allocation
  • Strategic HR planning
  • Data-driven talent acquisition
  • Workplace culture enhancement
  • HR compliance expertise
  • Benefits management
  • Proficient in HR data analysis
  • Performance management
  • Change management expertise
  • Proficient in deploying HRIS and ATS solutions
  • Implementation of HR procedures
  • Employee engagement strategies
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office applications
  • Coaching and guidance

Certification


  • AI-Driven Talent Acquisition & HR Analytics Certification
  • HRIS & ATS Expertise: Workday, Taleo, SAP, ADP, Paylocity
  • Predictive Analytics for Workforce Planning
  • LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, AI Resume Screening Tools

Timeline

Human Resources Manager

Sergenian’s Floor Coverings
04.2023 - Current

Human Resources Manager

Lodgic Everyday Community (Company Closed)
12.2021 - 04.2023

Human Resources Manager (Temp Contract)

KleenMark
02.2020 - 12.2021

Human Resources Generalist | Talent Acquisition Specialist

Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park
07.2017 - 02.2020

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Human Resource Management

Upper Iowa University

Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management

Upper Iowa University
Michelle Starkey