Human Resource Manager

• Jan 2021 - Present

At Mattice Legal, where we recognize the enormous value that our team brings to the firm. We stand apart because of the opportunities that we offer – the chance to work on exciting matters for a dynamic client base, the ability to develop industry knowledge quickly, and a collaborative and enjoyable work atmosphere. Our diversity of perspective makes us creative problem solvers and a better team. We’re looking for candidates who pursue excellence, enjoy working hard in a collaborative environment, will take initiative, and build relationships. Our clients include some of the most prominent names in the entertainment and live music space. We offer opportunities in evolving areas of the law, including expanding interdisciplinary practices in intellectual property and the corporate sector. Mattice Legal empowers you to do the best legal work of your life, while still having a life. Perks include: - Health, vision, and dental contribution. - Disability and life insurance provided by firm for eligible employees. - A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses. - Opportunities for advancement. - Relaxed dress code. - PTO, sick time, and paid holidays. - Referral program. - Formalized onboarding program to provide you with the tools you need to succeed. - New modern office space in Williamsville, New York; free parking included. Show less

Executive Director

• Jun 2018 - Sep 2020

Driving change management through the initiatives of Be Your Own Hero Inc. in order to create a positive impact on the generational youth that will ultimately shape the future of the world of work. Be Your Own Hero is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization that is devoted to helping students cultivate career pathways through applied education and behavioral analysis. The mission is grounded in empowering students to discover their inner hero and innate abilities and to own their future by building awareness, creating access to resources, and developing a space for self-reflection and advancement. •Serve as the Chief Executive Officer for a 501 (c) 3 not-for profit organization in WNY. •Assist in the development and implementation of organizational strategy to ensure the mission is supported. •Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including board members, staff, community influencers, educational institutions, and prospective funding organizations. •Provide overall program guidance and strategic support with training workshops, curriculum development and career readiness events. •Recruit, hire and supervise staff and volunteers; manage ongoing staff development, training and evaluation. •Develop and oversee fundraising plan and events, which includes managing an annual budget and leading a strategic planning process to map the organization’s future. Show less

Assistant Director, Experiential Education

• Jul 2016 - May 2018

Assistant Director, Alumni Career Services

• Nov 2015 - Jul 2016

•Provided career counseling sessions to approximately 15 alumni per week via in-person, phone and Skype.•Conducted outreach and identified potential guest speakers for the alumni career services webinar series.•Collaborated and acted as a liaison with key constituencies and university partners.•Assisted the Director of Alumni Career Services with planning and implementing innovative programming.•Created content for presentations, the monthly alumni newsletter and online and print materials.•Planned and facilitated webinars that educated alumni and students on career development topics including career-transition, networking, job search, resumes and cover letters. Show less

Assistant Director | Career Development Counselor, The Wasserman Center for Career Development

• Nov 2014 - Oct 2015

•Conducted walk-in sessions and approximately 80-100 career coaching appointments per month with alumni, traditional and non-traditional graduate and undergraduate students. •Performed virtual and in-person orientation seminars for traditional and non-traditional students. •Managed a Graduate Program Assistant by monitoring their work assignments and acting as a mentor in the identification and development of their professional goals. •Facilitated 15-20 career related seminars per semester, which included topics such as resumes and cover letters, interviewing and networking skills, career exploration and transition, and on-campus recruitment. •Collaborated with student clubs and organizations in order to increase student engagement and acted as a facilitator for career development workshops. •Performed employer outreach in order to create key partnerships and the development of job opportunities for NYU alumni and students. •Researched and implemented innovative career coaching strategies to meet the individualized needs of the client/s. Show less

Career Resource Center Coordinator, Center for Career Education

• Sep 2013 - Nov 2014

•Trained incoming staff members and student interns on the utilization of Microsoft Dynamics CRM as it related to counseling needs. •Co-managed approximately 10 student interns (undergraduate and graduate) who were a part of the center’s Student Experiential Education Program (SEED); performed training and on-boarding workshops that related to the center’s internship program. •Arranged weekly coaching appointments between 16 counseling staff members and their assigned constituency group; provided information regarding center-wide policies and procedures. •Assisted the Senior Associate Director of Marketing in the development of weekly newsletters for undergraduate students. •Advised students (graduate and undergraduate) and alumni on career related matters during walk-ins hour shifts. •Coordinated activities pertaining to the Career Resource Center including workshops, event materials, room & AV setup. •Assisted the Senior Associate Director of the Administration and Planning team with the logistics of the Work Exemption (WEP) program which included fielding inquiries from prospective applicants, evaluating applicants’ materials and cofacilitating professional development workshops for program participants. Show less

Manager, Office of Human Resources

• Jan 2010 - Sep 2013

•Supervised the H.R. Office Assistant and 3 work-study students.•Acted as an Executive Assistant to the V.P. of Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion.•Directed communications that effectively promoted Human Resources initiatives.•Assisted employees with interpretations of policies and procedures related to the operations of the college.

Administrative Assistant, Office of the President

• Dec 2008 - Jan 2010

•Maintained effective communication and provided excelled customer service to students, parents, and community members.•Co-coordinated the Mentor Program, which consisted of 30 students and mentors.•Acted as a strategic liaison for the Office of the President assisting the President and Chief of Staff. Duties encompassed but were not limited to: administrative functions, project management, and marketing related support.•Selected as Project Coordinator for an on-demand scheduling system, which required active planning, scheduling bi-weekly committee meetings and communication with outside vendors. Show less

School Counseling Intern

• Sep 2012 - May 2013

•Conducted year-round career development workshops for freshman and junior level high school students. •Participated in school-wide events which included college and career fairs. •Provided individual and group counseling to an ongoing caseload throughout the academic year. •Conducted year-round career development workshops for freshman and junior level high school students. •Participated in school-wide events which included college and career fairs. •Provided individual and group counseling to an ongoing caseload throughout the academic year.

Junior Recruiter

• Sep 1999 - Dec 2008

Successfully completed in-house training program part-time during high school and college summer breaks, which encompassed cutting edge recruiting methodology for full service placement firm. Mentored by the President and Certified Behavioral Specialist to identify talent in diverse roles. • Conducted telephone screens and recommended candidates for consideration while educating candidates about the scope of services. • Role required strong attention to detail and follow-through. • Worked extremely well under pressure and deadlines. • Solved problems quickly and efficiently. Show less

Intern

• May 2007 - Sep 2007

•Corporate mission was to educate high school and college sectors about relational aggression. Recommended by career services to create and implement organizational structure for new initiative by not-for-profit organization. •Contacted representatives from local colleges to determine if a need existed to reduce verbal aggression; integrated a revised education plan into the Resident Assistant training program. •Participated in an after school program and acted as a mentor for adolescent females. Show less