Paul Tolley
Los Gatos,CA
Summary
Passionate I/O Psychology graduate student with a strong background in People Success, seeking a role at Thermo Fisher Scientific to leverage expertise in instructional design. Experienced in diverse areas, including People Acquisition/Management, L&D, Leadership, Organizational Development, People Analytics, and Culture. Thrives in collaborative environments and aims to contribute evidence-based solutions for positive engagement, performance outcomes, and overall well-being. Proven self-starter with a commitment to continuous learning and a track record of success in various roles.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Pickleball Instructor & Program Development
LGS Recreation department and Lifetime Activities
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with key stakeholders to outline program goals and key outcomes, conducted a needs assessment, analyzed data, designed processes, worked to develop and implement, and supported maintenance with a feedback loop for changing priorities and deadlines.
- Instructed various classes, camps, and clinics spanning youth and adult programs
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Demonstrated professionalism aligned with customer service and community objectives
HR and Recruiting Intern
Badger Maps
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Designed and developed a Leadership Development Plan
- Designed and developed a Learning and Development System
- Organized a team to develop a Mental Health Awareness series.
- Conducted internal performance management process for 4x people in the Marketing, HR, and Product teams.
- Recruited qualified candidates and supported the onboarding process (job description, screening, interviewing, and evaluating)
Organizational Development Consultant
Palo Alto University
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Supported development of a unified student governance system that interfaces with stakeholders by editing the student government handbook, writing job descriptions/competencies, and developing processes to facilitate greater engagement for communication and problem solving.
- Designed a servant leadership training that featured Humble Inquiry (Schein, 2013)
- Evaluated candidates for government body positions.
Grief Group Facilitator
Bill Wilson Center
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Worked well under pressure through precision of word choice, empathy, and true connection
- Led groups of people (teens to adults) with diverse backgrounds through a structured grief intervention after a loss
- Recapped sessions from therapy notes then entered into the CRM, allowing a data driven approach to mindfulness techniques
- Trained new volunteers in psychoeducation and impactful leadership.
Education
Master of Science - Industrial Organizational Psychology
Baker College
Flint, MI12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Social Action
Palo Alto University
06.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Google Suite
- Training Delivery
- Blended Learning
- Needs Assessment
- Research & Literary/Meta-Analysis
- Leadership
- Facilitating Culture & Group Dynamics
- Excellent interpersonal communication
- Problem Solving
- Emotional Intelligence
Timeline
Pickleball Instructor & Program Development
LGS Recreation department and Lifetime Activities
03.2023 - Current
HR and Recruiting Intern
Badger Maps
09.2021 - 06.2022
Organizational Development Consultant
Palo Alto University
06.2021 - 08.2021
Grief Group Facilitator
Bill Wilson Center
05.2018 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Industrial Organizational Psychology
Baker College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology And Social Action
Palo Alto University
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