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Education
Skills
Certification
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Professional Development
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Samuel Ehebha

HR Data Science
Harrisburg,PA
Samuel Ehebha

Summary

Tech-savvy Data Science and HR Professional with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. With over 6 years managing IT and HR operations, including recruitment, employee relations, and payroll administration, identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions i am adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements, making me a versatile, resourceful and reliable asset in any business environment.

Overview

16
years of professional experience

Work History

Living Unlimited, Inc

HR COORDINATOR
02.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Provide comprehensive HR support to managers in regional branch locations
  • Utilize HRIS systems (UKG, Workday, LUIS) to analyze workforce data, identify trends, and provide insights to support strategic decision-making
  • Project Management Team member for development of LUIS 2.0 Platform providing technical liaison between and software developer
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address employee relations issues and resolve conflicts in a timely and effective manner
  • Lead employee training and development initiatives, including onboarding programs and skills enhancement workshops, to enhance overall employee performance and satisfaction
  • Maintain records of employee attendance, leave, and overtime
  • Manage employee contracts, ensuring compliance with labor laws, funding agency requirements and company policies
  • Handle employee grievances and disciplinary actions in accordance with company procedures
  • Travel to other regions regularly (up to Clearfield, PA, over 2.5 hours drive)
  • Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks.
  • Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
  • Managed employee relations issues with tact, conducting investigations and providing guidance to managers for resolution.
  • Reduced time-to-hire by optimizing interview scheduling processes, leading to faster decision making.
  • Conducted exit interviews to gather valuable insights into areas for improvement within the organization.
  • Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
  • Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process and drafting offer letters.
  • Assisted in payroll processing, ensuring accurate compensation for all employees based on hours worked and applicable deductions.
  • Handled employee inquiries and complaints regarding policy and benefits issues.
  • Reviewed human resources paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
  • Managed FMLA requests and ADA accommodations, maintaining compliance with federal guidelines while supporting employee wellbeing.
  • Facilitated exit interviews, gathering valuable feedback for organizational improvement.

D&H Distributing
Harrisburg

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISISTANT/ANALYST
07.2021 - 02.2024

Job overview

  • Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
  • Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
  • Assisted in payroll processing to ensure timely delivery of paychecks to all employees.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance to verify punctuality and absences, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Developed strong relationships with employees through consistent communication and support, leading to increased retention rates.
  • Enhanced onboarding experience for new hires by creating comprehensive orientation materials and training programs.
  • Participated in recruitment and selection process for new hires.
  • Created and completed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, title changes and terminations.
  • Supported HR Manager in strategic planning sessions focused on organizational development and growth.
  • Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.
  • Supported talent acquisition efforts by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and performing reference checks for prospective candidates.
  • Scheduled and coordinated interviews between hiring managers and potential candidates.
  • Processed employee termination paperwork at direction of supervisory staff.
  • Helped employees register for benefits programs using online portals.
  • Coordinated employee training programs to promote professional development and skill enhancement.
  • Set up orientations and initial training for new employees.
  • Participated in job fairs to recruit new talent.
  • Facilitated open lines of communication between management and staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Organized company-wide events for team building purposes, boosting overall morale among employees.
  • Tracked various statistics and kept detailed records to support human resources department.
  • Conducted exit interviews with terminated employees.
  • Efficiently managed personnel files, maintaining confidentiality while keeping records up-to-date and organized.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Enhanced HR data management through implementation of new HR Information System (HRIS).

Newco Investments Ltd

EXECUTIVE ASSISISTANT/PROJECT COORDINATOR
02.2012 - 05.2017

Job overview

  • Provided exceptional administrative and logistical support to the Group, , ensuring efficient management of their schedule, travel arrangements, and confidential information
  • Successfully coordinated the construction of multiple complex projects for Newco Investments Ltd., including ultra-modern, ventilation-controlled 50,000-capacity poultry buildings
  • This involved managing timelines, budgets, resources, and stakeholder communication
  • Led the planning and execution of the construction and remodeling of several Methodist Churches, ensuring adherence to architectural plans, budget constraints, and client vision
  • Acted as a bridge between the Group Chairman, project teams, contractors, and external stakeholders, fostering smooth communication and collaboration throughout project lifecycles
  • Maintained meticulous financial records for assigned projects, ensuring adherence to budgets and identifying cost-saving opportunities
  • Proactively identified and addressed potential project challenges, implementing solutions to minimize risks and ensure timely project completion
  • Demonstrated exceptional ability to manage a diverse range of responsibilities, prioritizing tasks effectively and meeting deadlines under pressure
  • Maintained the highest level of confidentiality with sensitive information regarding the Group Chairman, projects, and company operations.
  • Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.

Michael Stevens Consulting

HR CONSULTANT
08.2008 - 12.2011

Job overview

  • Delivered comprehensive HR consulting services to diverse organizations across various industries, addressing all aspects of their human capital needs
  • Spearheaded executive search and recruitment projects, identifying and attracting top talent for leadership positions across client companies
  • Developed tailored recruitment strategies and implemented effective headhunting tactics to source and secure high-caliber candidates for client organizations
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  • Streamlined client recruitment processes through innovative approaches, resulting in faster hiring times and reduced costs for organizations
  • Drafted and implemented customized HR policies and procedures ensuring compliance with labor laws and promoting best practices within client workplaces
  • Successfully guided client organizations through HR process and policy changes, fostering employee buy-in and minimizing disruption
  • Analyzed HR data to identify trends and provide actionable insights to clients, empowering them to make informed HR decisions
  • Maintained a deep understanding of HR trends across various industries, leveraging best practices to deliver impactful solutions for clients.

Education

Metropolitan School Of Business And Management

M.B.A from Strategic Management
March 2014

University of Lagos

Advanced Diploma from Human Resource Management
Oct. 2005

University of Agriculture (now FUNAAB)

Bachelor of Agriculture
June 1997

AWS Certified Solutions Architect
2022

Salesforce Certified Administrator
2024

Skills

  • Skills & Interests
  • Technical Knowledge:
  • Azure DevOps, Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Visio, Tableau, Power BI, Business Analysis
  • DevOps, AWS, Google Cloud, Full Project Life cycle, Data Science & Machine Learning; Python Libraries like NumPy
  • Pandas, etc
  • Skills: JIRA/Confluence, Lucid Charts, Excel, Google Analytics, MS Office Suite, VSM
  • HRIS Tools: ADP; UKG Core/UltiPro; Time Clock Plus; Workday HCM

Certification

  • Salesforce Certified Administrator
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certified Solutions Architect

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract WorkGig WorkPart Time

Work Location

RemoteHybridOn-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing401k matchTeam Building / Company Retreats4-day work weekCompany CultureWork-life balanceFlexible work hours

Professional Development

  • Project Management Fundamentals: A Non-Manager's Guide | Learnsector LLP on Udemy (6/024)
  • BI Data Engineer | Analyst: Power BI, SQL, Data Excel, DAX | Bluelime Learning Solutions (5/2024)
  • Leading Teams: Developing as a Leader, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (3/2024)
  • Salesforce Business Analyst Training Bootcamp, saasguru (02/2024)
  • Master Course in Business Process Modeling (BPM and BPMN), Udemy (02/2024)
  • Fundamentals of Business Analysis, Coursera | Starweaver (11/2023)
  • User Stories for Agile Scrum+Product Owner+Business Analysis, Udemy (11/2023)
  • People Analytics Masterclass Series, Orgnostic (10/2023)
  • Business Analysis & Process Management, Coursera (10/2023
  • Google Cloud Digital Leader Training, Google/Coursera (1/2023)
  • Agile Business Processes, Expert Academy/Udemy (10/2022)
  • Google IT Support Professional Specialization, Google/Coursera (3/2021)
  • Agile Certification Project Management Training; Agile Scrum, Udemy (10/2021)

Affiliations

  • International Association of Lions Clubs

Timeline

HR COORDINATOR

Living Unlimited, Inc
02.2024 - Current

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISISTANT/ANALYST

D&H Distributing
07.2021 - 02.2024

EXECUTIVE ASSISISTANT/PROJECT COORDINATOR

Newco Investments Ltd
02.2012 - 05.2017

HR CONSULTANT

Michael Stevens Consulting
08.2008 - 12.2011

Metropolitan School Of Business And Management

M.B.A from Strategic Management

University of Lagos

Advanced Diploma from Human Resource Management

University of Agriculture (now FUNAAB)

Bachelor of Agriculture

AWS Certified Solutions Architect

Salesforce Certified Administrator
Samuel EhebhaHR Data Science