Manager of Maintenance Training

• Sep 2021 - Present

Pilot Recruiter

• Dec 2020 - Sep 2021

Pilot Recruiter

• Feb 2018 - Dec 2020

Human Resources Specialist

• Dec 2014 - Feb 2018

- Assist in the development of all staffing needs and facilitate the hiring process for department leaders from open requisition to hire- Prepare hiring managers with interview tools and assessments as needed- Present Interview and Selection training for supervisors/managers- Consult with department leadership to identify employment needs, profile of the position, and develop an effective recruiting strategy- Serve as liaison between management and staffing agencies in determining temporary staffing needs- Review and process position justifications and requisitions for approval- Develop print and electronic advertising; create and distribute job postings- Arrange and attend job fairs, schools and networks to source potential candidates- Source, screen, interview and recommend prospective employees- Participate in campus events including career fairs, on-campus interviewing, relationship-building activities (group presentations before students and faculty about Southern Air) to source applicants; responsible for recruiting college interns and facilitating intern program- Schedule and conduct phone screens and participate in on-site interviews- Provide and discuss with the potential candidate information on Southern Air and the benefits package and career opportunities- Extend offers of employment and rejection letters- Coordinate and ensure compliance with all pre-employment verifications and clearances necessary- Develop and ensure currency of interview process and new hire presentation - Retain recruitment files for all positions- Update and distribute the new hire/turnover reports and maintain statistics for the employment function to be used in evaluating present practices effectiveness and for future development and improvements- Maintain accurate records for use in affirmative action reporting- Accountable for recruiting activities, correspondence, and data analysis- Conduct exit interviews- Conduct stay-interviews

Administrative Assistant

• Dec 2013 - Jan 2015

Promote and support overall functions of the Technical Services Department: - Compile and prepare reports, forms and documents as needed. - Service as a liaison between field staff and corporate headquarters for all administrative functions.- Schedule staff meetings, compose meeting agendas and organize calendar appointments. - Order uniforms, office equipment and supplies. - Coordinate, organize and maintain Visas as needed.- Assist in the financial area of Technical Services and Quality departments auditing credit card and cash expense reports. - Organize and coordinate employee badging process to maintain compliance with SIDA

Safety Supervisor

• May 2012 - Dec 2013

Developed and conducted training on OSHA regulations and company policies:- Interviewed, hired and trained heavy equipment mechanics and crane operators for the steel industry.- Restructured the recruiting process with an emphasis on hiring the best possible candidate and streamlined and improved the orientation and training program to maximize performance and retention.- Coordinated the new hire paperwork process.- Performed all new hire training. - Developed effective employee teams by motivating each individual to understand the importance of his/her role in meeting key objectives.- Evaluated employee job performance; identified key strengths and opportunities for improvement, set goals for professional development. - Conducted daily safety inspections, documented findings, and implemented corrective actions.- Maintained all site required documentation related to safety issues, i.e. accident reports, inspection reports, training logs. - Conducted accident investigations and facilitated the return to work program. - Managed daily activities regarding injury management and worker's compensation issues.- Administrated the company's Substance Abuse Program, including drug and alcohol testing.- Conducted daily site safety meeting or incident report to the relevant authority. Implemented preventive measures and recommended improvement on the unsafe conditions/material/equipment. - Facilitated LG&E & KU Energy Services Power Production, Passport Contractor Safety Process Training & Certification. Conducted OSHA 10 and 30 Hour Courses.

Career Services Representative

• Dec 2010 - Jan 2012

In this role I assisted graduates with career placement. Delivered services of a comprehensive career services program for students and alumni of the school:- Worked with local employers to develop marketing outreach strategies. - Provided professional development counseling to students and alumni via direct individual counseling and group programs. - Planned and organized programs on varying career-related topics.- Solicited employment data and other reporting needs for compilation of statistical requirements.- Developed creative initiatives for marketing and promoting the school to employers and students. - Identified additional employers for outreach in designated strategic geographic areas. - Planned and implemented strategies that encouraged employers to hire the school’s students.- Conducted employer visits. - Coordinated on campus interviews.

Associate Program Director/Organizational Gymnast

• Feb 2007 - Jan 2012

This was my favorite place to work! Great people, perfect learning/teaching environment. I grew a lot in this role. My primary responsibilities included: Adjunct Facilitator – Hired to facilitate corporate training programs. - Responsible for program design and delivery of onsite and offsite development programs. Previous position:Associate Program Director - Responsible for soliciting new business, acting as lead facilitator for corporate training and development programs including but not limited to: - Assessment, program design, hands-on instruction, and evaluation. - Interviewed, hired and evaluated adjunct facilitators for program specific events.- Facilitated the delivery of various needs assessment tools. - Handled the adaptation of current elements and programs to reflect specific company needs/circumstances. - Developed and submitted training proposals to prospective clients. - Sold and delivered experienced-based learning into the business environment. - Performed company webmaster duties by managing all aspects of JOEC website operations.Previous position:Venture Out! Program Coordinator - Helped develop and maintain administrative systems to ensure the effective and efficient operations of corporate client’s training programs:- Provided VO! Staff with support for programs sales, design, development, and delivery.- Coordinated the scheduling and contracting of technical staff for VO! Programs. - Sales and program delivery. *Promoted to Associate Program Director after 1 year.

Director of Operations

• 1999 - Jan 2003

My most challenging role! I learned most of what I know about management and sales in this position. The Madison provided me with excellent role models and paved the way for the career I have today. I was responsible for: Director of Operations - Was recruited to return to The Madison from Elegant Fare and took on the challenge of opening the new Madison South location. - Opened a new banquet department - Hired, trained and supervised 3 full-time banquet managers, 3 part-time banquet captains, 1 bar manager, and 30+ servers and kitchen staff. - Purchased equipment and directed its installation in the new facility, consisting of 2 large banquet rooms and a chapel. - Oversaw successful grand opening in June 2002.Previous Position:Director of Operations - Directed the activities of 30+ employees in all aspects of catering for conferences, weddings, and other special events. - Collaborated with Sales Manager and Executive Chef in all phases of event planning, from menu development to implementing marketing promotions. - Primary responsibility was to ensure every event was executed in a manner that exceeded the customer’s highest expectations. - Recruited, hired, and trained servers, bartenders, and other part-time personnel. - Created incentives and bonus programs to reduce turnover, encourage teamwork, and improve productivity. - Conducted regular staff meetings and training sessions with emphasis on quality and service.

Sales Manager

• 1998 - 1999

Successfully positioned The Madison as one of Greater Cincinnati’s premier facilities for corporate events. Promoted to Director of Operations after one year.-Cold-called, networked, and initiated promotions to land business with Procter & Gamble, Chiquita, Kroger Co., Fifth Third, Delta Airlines, Heinz/Starkist, and dozens of other companies.-Surpassed sales projections, consistently producing average weekly sales at 200% of goal. Personal sales production exceeded $1 million the first year.-Managed key accounts and cultivated customer relationships that resulted in a large volume of referrals and repeat business.-Hired vendors and contract staff for specialized events.* Promoted to Director of Operations after one year.