Abby Samsel, Mba, Shrm-Cp Email and Phone Number

Taking care of my newborn son!

Run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices. Review, track, and document compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. Conduct/acquire background checks and employee eligibility verifications. Handle employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff. Attend and participate in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.• Successfully created and implemented Independent Contractor Guidebook to establish expectations with service providers.• Created and implemented contractor application to streamline contractor hiring process.

Lead comprehensive full-cycle recruitment for diverse business units, from strategy development to candidate screening and finalizing hires in collaboration with HR Business Partners. Partner with HR Business Partners and hiring managers to devise and execute effective recruiting strategies tailored to business needs. Drive initiatives to refine staffing procedures and enhance overall selection process. Leverage social media effectively, increasing job opportunity visibility and positioning PPL as preferred employer. Collaborate closely with business units to understand and fulfill their unique staffing requirements.• Spearheaded social media campaigns to enhance PPL's employer branding and attract high-caliber candidates.• Successfully reduced hard-to-fill vacancies from 12 to 0 within 1.5-year timeframe.• Played pivotal role in successful transition to iCIMS, leading the implementation team to replace the outdated ATS, BrassRing, thereby streamlining recruitment operations.

Collaborated with senior management to enhance HR services and support key initiatives across staffing, employee relations, organizational effectiveness, talent management, compensation, and benefits. Acted as key liaison for Transmission & Substations, Financial Planning Budget & Admin, and Public & Regulatory Affairs divisions, fostering open communication and effective problem resolution. Implemented strategic HR solutions to improve workforce productivity and maintain positive employee relations. Drove continuous improvement in HR practices, ensuring compliance with legal standards and company policies.• Facilitated robust talent development programs and contributed to training initiatives that aligned with business goals.• Enhanced communication channels between employees and management, promoting culture of positive workplace relationships.• Provided strategic HR support to multiple business lines, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Lead comprehensive full-cycle recruitment for diverse business units focused on internships, from strategy development to candidate screening and finalizing hires. Partnered with HR Business Partners and hiring managers to devise and execute effective recruiting strategies tailored to business needs. Drove initiatives to refine staffing procedures and enhance overall selection process. Leveraged social media effectively, increasing job opportunity visibility and positioning PPL as preferred employer. Collaborated closely with business units to understand and fulfill their unique staffing requirements.

Directed comprehensive talent acquisition processes for HNL Lab Medicine, specializing in identifying and attracting high-caliber candidates across various industries. Developed and executed innovative recruiting strategies, including creation of successful onsite career fair. Conducted in-depth interviews, fostering a relaxed atmosphere that encouraged candidates to showcase their genuine skills and potential. Collaborated closely with hiring managers to understand departmental needs and provided insightful recommendations for candidate selection. Maintained diligent records of recruitment activities within applicant tracking systems and ensured compliance with employment laws and regulations. • Formulated and devised comprehensive recruiting strategies, resulting in successful placement of over 90 individuals within a 9-month timeframe.• Fostered connections with over 300 educational institutions through Handshake to source candidates for Medical Technologist roles.• Created and orchestrated an on-site "HNL Career Fair," attracting 45 attendees and averaging 4-5 hires per event to enhance talent pipeline and fostering recruitment success for organizational growth.• Stepped into Leave Specialist role during HR Manager's absence, managing leave processes and policies during critical 12-week period.• Addressed technical issues and enhanced user experience as go-to resource for Applicant Tracking System, facilitating transition from home-grown system to SilkRoad.

Directed comprehensive talent acquisition processes for HNL Lab Medicine, specializing in identifying and attracting high-caliber candidates across various industries. Developed and executed innovative recruiting strategies, including creation of successful onsite career fair. Conducted in-depth interviews, fostering a relaxed atmosphere that encouraged candidates to showcase their genuine skills and potential. Collaborated closely with hiring managers to understand departmental needs and provided insightful recommendations for candidate selection. Maintained diligent records of recruitment activities within applicant tracking systems and ensured compliance with employment laws and regulations.

Managed comprehensive administrative support functions for ArtsQuest staff, focusing on PTO management, recruitment, employee recognition, and wellness initiatives. Conducted meticulous audits and maintained accurate records for I-9 forms, Child Abuse Clearances, and Criminal History Checks. Assisted VP of HR in organizing staff meetings, crafting internal communications, and compiling new hire documentation. Developed and updated employee handbook, ensuring all content was current and compliant with legal standards. Provided additional support for various HR tasks as required, demonstrating versatility and commitment to operational excellence.• Streamlined I-9 and Child Abuse Clearance process, reducing non-compliant documentation from over 300 cases to fewer than 50.• Enhanced employee recognition programs, fostering positive workplace culture and increasing staff morale.• Played a key role in the implementation of new wellness initiatives, contributing to healthier, more engaged workforce.• Facilitated smooth onboarding for new hires through diligent preparation and management of essential paperwork.