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Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Responsible for providing leadership in and managing the areas of HR policy and compliance, employee relations, benefits, payroll, and project management. Direct the work of all things HR by providing a high level of services in alignment with the mission and business plan.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Sole Human Resources provider for a global enterprise, spanning over three continents. Responsible for everything Human Resources including Performance Management, Recruiting & Onboarding, Payroll, Benefits, and project management. Bilingual communicator to all Spanish speaking employees. • Human Resources and company project manager• Innovation and development of corporate policies• Coach, counsel, and educate staff• Conflict resolution• Employee engagement

Saint Paul, Mn

Purpose: Responsible for the development and implementation of effective recruiting and staffing strategies to attract a diverse and skilled pool of qualified talent for CommonBond Communities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND ASSOCIATED TASKS• Develop, implement, and facilitate best practices for all phases of the recruitment process.• Human Resources Project Management• Data Analysis• Onboarding and Training• Talent Sourcing• Full cycle recruitment

Greater Twin Cities

Manage multiple internal accounts and projects to target, source, recruit, select, and hire a diverse slate of candidates for exempt and non-exempt openings throughout the Twin Cities and Western Wisconsin area.Responsibilities Include:Develop and update job descriptions and job specificationsPerform job and task analysis to document job requirements and objectivesPrepare and post jobs to appropriate job board/newspapers/colleges etcSource and attract candidates by using databases, social media, etcScreen candidates resumes and job applicationsConduct interviews using various reliable personnel selection tools/methods to filter candidates within scheduleAssess applicants’ relevant knowledge, skills, soft skills, experience, and aptitudesOnboard new employees in order to become fully integratedMonitor and apply HR recruiting best practicesProvide analytical and well-documented reports to the rest of the teamAct as a point of contact and build influential candidate relationships during the selection processPromote company’s reputation as “world-class”

Madrid Area, Spain

Develop and maintain international relationships to create mission based experiences for youth and adults.Human Resources:- Recruit staff and volunteers from a variety of sources including web ads andpersonal referrals, constantly farming new markets.- Hire suffienct staff based on program(s) requirements and needs.- Train staff and volunteers to accomplish their goals and provide appropriatesupport for growth and development.- Research and secure organizational partners to hire recruited individualsseeking opportunities abroad.- Local and International experience, including US visa placements.Program Development:- Open new relationships with YMCAs internationally; North America, Europe, and Asia.- Opening new markets to secure participant placements for Spanish youth.- Maintain cost efficient budget strategies while reducing expenses and creatingmargin for profit.- Present program information and employment and volunteer opportunities to largegroups.- Sole US born YMCA camping expert.- Skilled planner; events conferences, and trainings.

Greater Twin Cities Area

Manage all aspects of the overnight camp program including human resources, fundraising, risk management, and social inclusion. Provide a safe and fun environment for all participants and staff.Program Development:- Created and executed traditional and innovative camp programs, increased enrollment each year.- Initiated, developed, and maintained relationships new with donors and volunteers.- Solicited donations for participant scholarships and program equipment.- Managed social media, community relations newsletter, and alumni involvement.- Planned, coordinated, and executed events, conferences, and trainings.- Hosted large groups and ranked excellent in customer service on guest surveys.Human Resources:- Recruited staff and volunteers from a variety of sources including web, print, job fairs, and personal referrals.- Hired annually 65 staff members based on specific program requirements.- Trained staff and volunteers to accomplish their goals, provide excellent- Provided positive feedback, criticism, and policy reminders as required.- Local and International experience, including J-1 visa placements.job fairs, and personal referrals.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Coordinated company traffic through the Minneapolis International Airport. Fleet, crew, and ground support logistics.- Maintained safe working environment for crew.- Reduced delays by coordinating with Operations hub in Memphis.- Regular interaction with staff members enforcing company policy and scheduling expectations.

Southdale Ymca, Edina Minnesota

- Customer Service staff.- Building Supervisor.

Ba, Communication, Spanish

Activities and Societies: Peer Resource Program, Communication ClubPeer Resouorce Program (PRP) volunteer member; lead outdoor experiences.

Diploma

Activities and Societies: Yearbook Editor-in-Chief, Track & FieldNational Honor Society. Track and Field