Jennifer Schmidt, Shrm-Cp Email & Phone Number

Responsible for implementing strategic initiatives to optimize workforce potential, enhance operational efficiency, and enable company growth - all aligned with RiseNow's values. With a comprehensive understanding of human resources and organizational development, I design talent acquisition, retention, and development strategies that are focused on building a culture of continuous improvement.

-Facilitated full-cycle recruitment processes for all new hires (Consultant to VP Level) in various functional areas (Business Development, Marketing, functional implementation consulting, Sales Support, Change Management, Strategic Sourcing, Project Management, Instructional Design). -Consults with Management and Operations Teams to develop staffing plans aligned with achievement of business goals; Identifies and develops sources for qualified candidates by establishing relationships… Show more -Facilitated full-cycle recruitment processes for all new hires (Consultant to VP Level) in various functional areas (Business Development, Marketing, functional implementation consulting, Sales Support, Change Management, Strategic Sourcing, Project Management, Instructional Design). -Consults with Management and Operations Teams to develop staffing plans aligned with achievement of business goals; Identifies and develops sources for qualified candidates by establishing relationships with broad network of colleagues, industry partners, sister companies, and universities.-Onboarded my 20th employee in 2023! Working alongside our instructional design team in the build of our StartNow onboarding eLearning course in Litmos, which will cut HR's time spent onboarding in half and improve new hire retention.- Created strategic objectives and implemented RiseNow's first Employee Wellness Program, WellnessNow. Responsible for updates on new programming and seeking out resources that positively benefit our employees' whole-person health in three core areas (body, mind, and purpose).- Successfully deployed RiseNow's first performance management system. Currently responsible for program design, delivery, and maintenance in our HRIS.- Works directly with RiseNow's Managing Partner, Matt Stewart, in creation of internal and external Sales Training content. We've successfully delivered this course content both internally and with external B2B clients.- Liaison between PEO and RiseNow team members in the enrollment and administration of benefits, payroll, and 401(k). Show less

-Develops and implements all phases of the recruitment process.-Collaborates with industry vertical leads and hiring managers to identify and draft detailed and accurate job descriptions and hiring criteria.-Facilitated full-cycle recruitment processes for 18 key hires in 2021 (Analyst to VP Level) in various functional areas.-Identifies efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on the available role, industry standards, and RiseNow needs; adjusts as… Show more -Develops and implements all phases of the recruitment process.-Collaborates with industry vertical leads and hiring managers to identify and draft detailed and accurate job descriptions and hiring criteria.-Facilitated full-cycle recruitment processes for 18 key hires in 2021 (Analyst to VP Level) in various functional areas.-Identifies efficient and effective recruiting methods and strategies based on the available role, industry standards, and RiseNow needs; adjusts as needed.-Responsible for the strategic design of RiseNow's first formal performance management system that is now conducted in the form of quarterly conversations, ensuring that PM initiatives are aligned with the RiseNow vision and improving operational efficiencies.-Leads development of unique Sales Coaching training program and course content; assists in design and implementation of external eSourcing Training via SAP Litmos LMS. Show less

• Adopt-A-School program liaison and outreach director for district business, faith, civic and parent partners (5 high schools, 10 middle schools, 35 elementary schools)

• Participated in faculty research under Dr. Shannon Portillo on gender equality in local government and within CAO positions• Collected empirical data (Twitter) to assess how female leaders in public administration influence the day-to-day operations in public organizations.

Bachelor’S Degree, Public Administration, Spanish, Graduate With Distinction

Activities and Societies: University Honors Program, Phi Beta Kappa, Chi Omega, Mortar Board, KU Student Endowment Board, School of Public.

Master Of Science - Ms, Human Resource Management