As the Administrative Assistant to the Executive Directors of the Special School District of St. Louis County, I ensure that their time and energy can stay focused on what truly matters—driving the success of our District. My role is all about keeping the wheels turning smoothly, whether that means managing day-to-day operations, coordinating schedules, or handling logistical and operational responsibilities.I bring a proactive, people-first approach to everything I do. With a background in client support, recruitment, and process improvement, I’m skilled at anticipating needs, resolving issues before they become problems, and ensuring that every interaction is handled with professionalism and care. From preparing reports and briefings to serving as the first point of contact, I’m here to make sure that the Executive Directors can focus on their most strategic priorities without getting bogged down in the details.In this role, I’m also deeply committed to building authentic relationships and fostering collaboration across the District. Whether it’s working with stakeholders, managing strategic projects, or ensuring smooth operations, I’m all about making a positive impact and contributing to the success of every school within our Partner Districts. My goal is to support the Executive Directors in every way possible, ensuring that our work together has a lasting, positive effect on our community.

With over 15 years of experience in people operations and administration, I specialize in employee and candidate engagement to create a productive culture and drive company growth. My human-first approach ensures that all HR and recruiting tasks consider the perspective of the people involved.As an experienced technical recruiter, I possess a solid understanding of the roles and data-driven selection methods within the SDLC lifecycle. I am adept at interview scheduling, job post promotion, Boolean and X-ray sourcing techniques, and HR process improvements to help companies achieve their hiring goals.Over my career, I have identified, selected, and onboarded new employees who match the company's character, culture and vision. With a focus on results, I work with stakeholders at all levels to establish corrective hiring strategies and promote a positive employer brand. I am also gifted in business writing and strive to bring empathy, creativity, and passion to all of my work.My top skills include designing and implementing employee recognition programs, managing employee relations, recruiting workflows, and onboarding new hires. I am proficient in developing effective job posts, conducting candidate assessments and evaluations, phone screens, and interviews. With my experience setting up and managing applicant tracking systems, I create positive candidate experiences by focusing on timely communication and conveying a positive employer brand.I excel at managing HR policy writing, process documentation, and benefits administration. I am skilled in using spreadsheets and scheduling tools and enjoy creating engaging and informative HR communications such as infographics, social media posts, and announcements.

In my role with Found Benefits, I provide B2B client support on a contract basis. Leveraging my extensive HR and administrative experience, I focus on enhancing client outcomes by streamlining administrative tasks and resolving organizational bottlenecks to ensure a positive client experience.Key Responsibilities: • Deliver timely and professional sales and service responses to business clients, addressing their needs with a customer-centric approach. • Proactively identify, anticipate, and resolve client issues, adapting to their evolving needs and minimizing disruptions. • Conduct thorough research on regulations to support compliance efforts, ensuring adherence to legal requirements and industry standards. • Support the broker sales process by leveraging knowledge of clients’ business challenges and benefits objectives, offering value-added services and insights. • Coordinate benefits enrollment services across multiple carriers and vendors, ensuring seamless delivery and high-quality standards. • Serve as the primary point of contact for service incidents and escalations related to enrollment issues, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure prompt resolution.

As a full-time Technical Recruiter at SemanticBits, I specialize in sourcing and hiring top-level IT professionals for our technical product positions. My role involves identifying, conceptualizing, and filling job openings, interviewing candidates, and maintaining a smooth talent pipeline. Committed to providing exceptional service, I build strong relationships with candidates and internal teams, treating each candidate with respect and consideration. My goal is to empathize with candidates and advocate for the benefits of working at SemanticBits, creating an exceptional candidate experience.Key Responsibilities: • Manage full lifecycle recruiting for 20-30 open requisitions, from planning to successful placement. • Research, identify, and qualify candidates for current and upcoming positions using various sourcing strategies. • Collaborate with hiring managers to define job requirements, create job postings, and develop sourcing strategies. • Schedule and conduct initial phone screens, technical assessments, and follow-up interviews for successful candidates. • Source candidates through networking, database mining, internet searches, direct sourcing, job fairs, and internal referrals. • Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment technologies to manage candidate pipelines and ensure a smooth recruitment process. • Partner with third-party recruiting companies to expand the candidate pool and reach a diverse talent base. • Build and nurture relationships with top-tier candidates to grow the talent pipeline and ensure long-term engagement. • Analyze and implement new recruiting techniques, technologies, and interviewing processes to improve success rates and efficiency. • Assist human resources with pre-employment tasks, explain benefits and company guidelines, and answer common questions to ensure a positive candidate experience. • Maintain compliance with federal laws, guidelines, and regulations throughout the recruitment process.

In my role as a full-time contract Recruiter, I assist with candidate selection, assessment, and general staffing needs. With a passion for creating a positive hiring experience, I support the company’s recruiting strategy while prioritizing respect and consideration for each candidate.Key Responsibilities: • Conceptualize various positions by thoroughly understanding job requirements and objectives, ensuring alignment with company goals. • Prepare compelling recruitment materials and strategically post jobs to appropriate job boards and other channels to attract top talent. • Source and recruit candidates using advanced techniques, including leveraging applicant tracking systems (ATS), databases, social media, and other tools. • Screen candidate resumes and job applications to identify the most qualified candidates for further consideration. • Conduct thorough phone screens, utilizing behavioral and competency-based techniques to assess candidate fit. • Employ a variety of recruiting methods and selection tools to effectively filter and maintain candidates within the recruitment pipeline. • Assess applicants’ knowledge, skills, soft skills, experience, and aptitudes to ensure the best match for each role. • Monitor and apply HR recruiting best practices to enhance efficiency, diversity, and effectiveness in the recruitment process. • Provide comprehensive actionable applicant feedback to the recruitment team. • Serve as a primary point of contact for candidates, building relationships and ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the selection process. • Communicate job descriptions and role requirements. • Actively promote the company’s employer brand by articulating core values, vision, and mission to candidates and external stakeholders.My main objective is to support the company in its overall recruiting strategy, fostering a positive candidate experience and implementing effective hiring practices to drive organizational success.

I am passionate about connecting with people, listening, and learning from those around me to discover the unique qualities each person has to offer. Professionally, I use my love for people to build strong relationships with job applicants and leaders. As the Recruiting Assistant at Spry Digital, I sourced, processed, interviewed, and selected technical talent to bring new employees on board. In my role, I discovered a passion for elevating the candidate experience and honed essential staffing skills. I also had the unique opportunity to participate in the implementation and workflow setup of a new Applicant Tracking System (ATS), providing me with a thorough understanding of ATS and HRIS management.Key Responsibilities: • Assist in developing recruitment goals, objectives, and metrics to align with company strategy. • Handle complex scheduling, ensuring a smooth interview process. • Develop a sustainable recruiting strategy based on organizational goals and needs. • Source and communicate with passive candidates to build a diverse talent pipeline. • Search resume databases to identify ideal candidates for various technical roles. • Collaborate with internal Hiring Managers to continuously improve hiring strategies. • Build, track, and manage a comprehensive talent pipeline to ensure a steady flow of qualified candidates. • Identify and monitor key recruiting KPIs to measure success and areas for improvement. • Support an employer branding strategy to attract high-quality applicants. • Review applicants to evaluate if they meet the position requirements and recommend ideal candidates. • Ensure adherence to employment laws, rules, and regulations throughout the recruitment process. • Provide clear, concise feedback on candidate performance to improve selection processes.My primary objective was to support Spry Digital’s recruiting strategy, ensuring a positive candidate experience and effective hiring practices.

As the Office Assistant at Spry Digital, I was responsible for a wide range of tasks to ensure smooth office operations and provide administrative support. My personality made me well-suited for this role, fostering a sense of teamwork and accountability in my daily tasks.This position allowed me to enhance my administrative support skills and deepen my interest in workflow and business process management. The connections and experiences I gained continue to be invaluable, and with the support of Spry leadership, I gained the confidence to pursue my career passions, including: • Administrative Support: Assisting management with time-consuming tasks to allow them to focus on strategic initiatives. • Onboarding and Training: Facilitating new employee onboarding and contributing to professional development programs. • Employee Engagement: Promoting a positive company culture and fostering employee engagement. • Employer Branding: Enhancing the company’s brand presence and creating a positive employer brand. • Scheduling and Organization: Managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and implementing organizational techniques. • Commitment to Excellence: Demonstrating a commitment to high standards and emotional agility.Key Responsibilities: • Manage office operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness. • Provide comprehensive administrative support to leadership. • Coordinate onboarding and training for new employees. • Implement employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive workplace culture. • Enhance employer branding through strategic initiatives. • Oversee scheduling and organization to streamline workflows. • Support recruiting efforts, including talent acquisition and onboarding. • Adapt to remote work conditions while maintaining productivity and communication.My role at Spry Digital was instrumental in developing my administrative and support skills, ultimately paving the way for my transition into a recruiting-focused position.

As the sole admin for a busy manufacturing company, I managed all aspects of administration and office management. My responsibilities included: • Equipment maintenance scheduling • Mailing, supplies inventory & management • Accounts payable/receivable • Errands and as-needed purchases • Scheduling meetings • Executive calendar management • Organizing the office layout • Files organization & storage • Ordering stationery and equipment • Maintaining office condition and arranging necessary repairs • Updating and maintaining office policies • Organizing office operations and procedures • Updating outdated technology organization-wide • Ensuring all items are invoiced and paid on time • Business-to-business collections • Managing contract and price negotiations with vendors • Managing office G&A budget • Ensuring accurate and timely reporting • Providing general support to customers and sales inquiries • Assisting in the onboarding process for new hires • Point person for all office management issues • Liaising with facility management vendors, including cleaning, financial, and security servicesIn this role, I increased profit, decreased waste, and improved efficiency in critical operations processes. Additional skills I brought to the position include: • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel and Outlook) • Hands-on experience with office machines (e.g., fax machines and printers) • Excellent time management and multitasking abilities • Attention to detail and problem-solving skills • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Organizational and planning skills in a fast-paced environment