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Dublin, Oh, Us

Columbus, Ohio Area

DLZ is an award-winning AEC firm that has grown from 400 employees in 2014 to over 900, with 32 offices in 9 states. • Recruitment Strategy: Developed and executed a comprehensive recruitment strategy to meet growth goals.• System Implementation: Managed new systems to improve efficiencies, including ATS, background checks, onboarding, and system integrations.• Process Optimization: Identified challenges and implemented technologies to streamline processes and optimize time to hire.• Relationship Building: Built strong relationships with leaders & managers to understand staffing needs and ensure a seamless candidate experience.• Job Postings: Created job postings to attract candidates and accurately reflect opportunities.• Workforce Planning: Developed strategies for hard-to-fill roles and implemented effective sourcing tactics.• Intern & Entry-Level Hiring: Managed programs by developing relationships with colleges and universities.• Prescreening & Background Checks: Directed processes to ensure prospective employees meet requirements.• Immigration Management: Managed visa applications, renewals, and extensions.• Branding & Social Media: Partnered with marketing to incorporate branding and social media strategies into recruiting materials.• External Relationships: Maintained relationships with external recruiters, professional organizations, and posting services.• Employee Surveys: Performed surveys to identify key issues and strategies for improvement.• Onboarding & Orientation: Conducted onboarding and orientation for new hires.• Compliance: Ensured compliance with employment laws and company policies, promoting fair employment practices.

Groveport, Ohio

o Managed recruiting process for Ohio distribution centers; candidate screening, interviews, orientation, and new hire training.o Regular communication with corporate and local business leaders to ensure goals were on target. Delivered reports regularly to maintain accurate tracking. o Developed a pipeline through networking and other best practices. Improved market visibility.

Columbus, Ohio Area

Organized HR department for a privately held multi state business. Put systems in place so procedures were convenient to maintain consistently. Audited personnel files ensuring I-9 compliance. Developed hiring strategy; job descriptions, interview guides, screening process, recruiting procedures and new hire orientation. Created employee handbook and performance review plan. Selected Managed Care Organization (MCO) for Ohio Workers Compensation.

Grove City, Ohio

• Strategically delivered guidance regarding HR compliance and workforce planning. Coached managers on employee relations, implemented ongoing training. HR leader to 270-300 associates in a 500,000 square foot facility.• Reviewed HR training processes, workforce planning, directed recruitment efforts, benefit enrollment, payroll processing, FMLA, WC, and PTO leave management.• Results: cost-effective solutions, decreased turnover, improved startup times, lower cost per hire.

Hilliard, Ohio

Recruited to open five new stores in Central Ohio, with diverse populations and varying cultural. Responsible for employee relations, complaint investigations, ADA, Workers Compensation, Unemployment, EEOC, FMLA, Alternative Conflict Resolution, New HR policy initiatives, payroll, and Union Avoidance. *Provided HR direction and leadership for team members (135-175) and department managers (10-15). *Workforce planning activities to correctly staff store for seasonal variations through labor hour and budget review. *Managed recruiting process; overseeing ad placement, selection and interview process. Conducted new hire orientation to ensure new team members received consistent message and were assimilated into the company culture.*Trained all department managers in Central Ohio on Behavioral Interviewing and legal interview compliance; initiative resulted in reduced turnover and improved candidate selection.*Project managed establishment of a new time and attendance/payroll system. Including; team member enrollment and initiation, manager and payroll coordinator training. Voted Smart-Track System expert by fellow HR Giant Eagle Managers.*Coached department managers on employee relations, performance appraisals and progressive discipline. Assured consistent application of company policies and compliance with federal and state employment laws. *Conducted complaint and accident investigations following all company policies, WC and EEOC regulations. Counseled store leaders on final resolution; coordinated with corporate and regional HR to ensure consistency.* Conducted safety training, brought stores into OSHA and safety compliance; reduced injury rates and a top internal compliance rating.* Managed the People Soft HRMS 9 system; including hires, terms, pay rate increases, and progressive discipline. Administered all leaves including; FMLA, WC, vacation, sick leave and personal time tracking.

Columbus, Ohio Area

*Managed the ProShop and Café; Including new hire recruiting, associate scheduling, training, coaching, and payroll approval of 13 to 16 associates. Developed associate training program and cross trained staff to increase efficiency. Researched and engaged multiple new venders and suppliers to decrease costs, increase sales and improve customer satisfaction. Managed department budgets, monthly inventory, and implemented shrink controls. Sales increased 92% in 1½ years.