Experience

Ampco-Pittsburgh Corporation

• United States
• Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Human Resources Generalist

  • Sep 2021 - Present

  Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

• Human Resources

  • Apr 2019 - Sep 2021

  Greater Pittsburgh Area



Valassis

• Canada
• Accounting

• Human Resources Generalist

  • Apr 2017 - Mar 2019

  Greater Pittsburgh Area • Serves as a human resources business partner (HRBP) providing direction and support at the professional level for assigned client group. • Engages with client group leaders to proactively manage their human capital needs to improve or enhance operational performance. • Manages client group’s human resources (HR) functions and provides counsel, training and support on HR-related matters to managers and employees. • Consults with Sr. HR Generalist/Manager to provide support in all… Show more • Serves as a human resources business partner (HRBP) providing direction and support at the professional level for assigned client group. • Engages with client group leaders to proactively manage their human capital needs to improve or enhance operational performance. • Manages client group’s human resources (HR) functions and provides counsel, training and support on HR-related matters to managers and employees. • Consults with Sr. HR Generalist/Manager to provide support in all areas of HR including but not limited to: talent acquisition and staffing, performance management, talent management, employee relations, compensation, benefits, HRIS, onboarding, training and development, compliance and EEO/AAP; using Success Factors as our ATS. • Confers with Sr. HR Generalist/Manager, Senior HRBP and/or Corporate experts on matters of employment law, compliance, performance improvement and policy/process interpretation to ensure consistency across organization. Show less



Victory Media

• United States
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Human Resources Specialist (Assistant HR Manager)

  • Apr 2015 - Jan 2017

  Greater Pittsburgh Area Recruitment, New Hire and Termination Process: * Post all vacant positions on organization’s website ( ATS-Bamboo HR/ Paycor), various job boards and print publications. Keep track of expiration dates of posted ads and repost if necessary. * Champion company mission & culture to current and prospective employees Receive, sort and catalog all incoming applications. * Schedule telephone and in person interviews between candidates, the Human Resources staff and hiring managers.… Show more Recruitment, New Hire and Termination Process: * Post all vacant positions on organization’s website ( ATS-Bamboo HR/ Paycor), various job boards and print publications. Keep track of expiration dates of posted ads and repost if necessary. * Champion company mission & culture to current and prospective employees Receive, sort and catalog all incoming applications. * Schedule telephone and in person interviews between candidates, the Human Resources staff and hiring managers. * Send Thank You letters to all candidates interviewed but not selected. * Send out approved offer letters and related documents to new hires. * Order background and drug checks. * Verifies I-9 documentation and maintains books current. * Plan new-hire orientations including the assembling of new hire packages and ensure that related Human Resources documentation and forms are current. * Assists with processing of terminations Benefits Administration : * Assist with health, welfare and 401k Plan administration including the processing of new enrollments, change reporting and claims resolution. Reconciliation of monthly invoices from insurance carriers. * Monthly transit benefit administration including ordering, distribution and reconciliation. * Prepare COBRA letters, benefits correspondence and manage the monthly recording and tracking of COBRA insurance premium payments. Compensation & Performance Management: * Assist with salary survey and COLA research and reporting. * Assists with the preparation of the performance review forms. * Assist staff with general inquiries regarding Cornerstone/Sonar 6 online performance management system. Training & Development: * Assist with internal and external training and developmental initiatives. Other * Performs customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions. Show less



Brightside Academy

• United States
• Education Management
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Talent Acquisition Specialist

  • Sep 2013 - Apr 2015

  Greater Pittsburgh Area Essential Duties: Customer Focus • Lives Brightside Academy’s values. • Develop relationships with Academy personnel, hiring managers, and Senior Management. • Ensure consistent communication regarding candidate search and status to appropriate business partners through meetings, email, voice mail updates and reports. Operations/Quality • Maintain candidate data within the ATS (Technomedia) , including entry of new job postings, candidate feedback and… Show more Essential Duties: Customer Focus • Lives Brightside Academy’s values. • Develop relationships with Academy personnel, hiring managers, and Senior Management. • Ensure consistent communication regarding candidate search and status to appropriate business partners through meetings, email, voice mail updates and reports. Operations/Quality • Maintain candidate data within the ATS (Technomedia) , including entry of new job postings, candidate feedback and activity status information. • Emphasize the importance of recruiting a diverse workforce by presenting a diverse slate of candidates. • Ensure all company practices are in accordance with standard operating processes. Process • Meet with hiring managers to set expectations of open positions and hiring process. • Determine appropriate sourcing strategy for each position. • Source candidates through cold calling, networking, internet postings, and employee referrals for assigned region. • Conduct phone and in-person interviews and present qualified candidates to hiring manager. • Coordinate interviews at all phases of the recruiting process including on-site, off site, after hours and phone interviews. • Partner with HR Generalist on internal candidate transfers and organizational structure. • Negotiate and recommend employment offers by partnering with hiring manager, senior management, and HR team. • Ensure hiring compliance with all Brightside Academy policies, state regulations, and all other regulatory agencies. • Manage offer process, including reference checks, salary recommendations, offer letter generations and offer responses. Team • Participate, inspire and energize Talent Acquisition team to accomplish the Brightside Academy purpose, values and business objectives. Show less



EDMC

• United States
• Education Management
• 700 & Above Employee

• Human Resources Recruiting Coordinator

  • Jun 2010 - Aug 2013

  Greater Pittsburgh Area Prepared requisitions in partnership with compensation and obtained necessary approvals to begin the recruiting process. Maintained the Applicant Tracking System ( HR Smart) and applicant workflow. Generated candidates through various recruiting avenues for open positions. Scheduled all CS interviews that include an itinerary, all necessary forms and possible travel arrangements. Observed and conducted in person interviews. Developed appropriate compensation… Show more Prepared requisitions in partnership with compensation and obtained necessary approvals to begin the recruiting process. Maintained the Applicant Tracking System ( HR Smart) and applicant workflow. Generated candidates through various recruiting avenues for open positions. Scheduled all CS interviews that include an itinerary, all necessary forms and possible travel arrangements. Observed and conducted in person interviews. Developed appropriate compensation packages for approved hires. Ensured all candidate paperwork is complete, which includes reviewing applications, ordering background screening and drug testing. Submitted all incoming User Account Request Forms for new hires and current employees. Assisted in coordinating New Hire Orientation that occurs bi-weekly. Assisted with the implementation of the CS HR Intranet site. Was in charge of communicating the Referral Program to current employees, as well as making various changes when needed. Thoroughly execute special projects that have daily varying requirements. Show less



Education Management Corporation (EDMC)

• Human Resources Internship

  • May 2009 - Jun 2010

  Greater Pittsburgh Area Generated candidates through various recruiting avenues for open positions. Assisted in scheduling interviews for potential candidates. Observed and conducted in person interviews. Developed appropriate compensation packages for approved hires. Assisted with the implementation of the CS HR Intranet site.



Peace Corps

• United States
• International Affairs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Study Abroad Internship

  • Sep 2008 - Dec 2008

  Dublin, Ireland Demonstrated organization, communication, and management skills. Assisted four business units with multiple community based programs in Dublin. Created marketing solicitation pamphlets for public promotion of organization.



Max and Erma's

• Restaurants
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Server

  • May 2008 - Aug 2008

  Greater Pittsburgh Area Excelled at team work and thrived in good decision making. Commended for; customer service, friendliness, fast service and multitasking.



Bath and Body Works

• United States
• Wholesale

• Sales Associate

  • Nov 2007 - Jan 2008

  Greater Pittsburgh Area Assisted customers gain insight to various products. Conducted group meetings while we stocked and organized store merchandise.



Indiana University of Pennsylvania

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Student Worker

  • Dec 2006 - Dec 2007

  Indiana, Pennsylvania Worked with professors with copying, filling and computer documents. Provided assistance to the secretary to help students attain information about their majors and grades.



Radisson Hotel

• 1 - 100 Employee

• Customer service and Relations Training Program

  • May 2007 - Aug 2007

  Greater Pittsburgh Area Illustrated excellent food service skills.



Valley Dairy Restaurant

• United States
• Food and Beverage Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Server

  • Dec 2005 - Jul 2006

  Interacted and handled many types of; Trained as a cashier and assisted in restaurant duties .