Human Resources Talent Acquisition

Jessica Kowalski

Parma, OH *******.********@****.*** 216-***-****

Jessica Kowalski

Parma, OH *******.********@****.*** 216-***-**** Professional Summary

Human Resources Manager & Talent Acquisition Leader Experienced HR professional with 7+ years of progressive responsibility in human resources, recruiting, and compliance. Adept at full-cycle recruitment, employee relations, and HR operations across healthcare and manufacturing sectors. Skilled in managing teams, optimizing workflows, and supporting leave administration (FMLA, ADA, STD). Tech-savvy with hands-on experience in HRIS platforms including UKG, ADP, Workday, and QuickBooks. Committed to driving operational excellence while fostering a positive and inclusive workplace.

Core Competencies

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Strategy, Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution, FMLA, ADA, STD & Leave Administration, Payroll, Benefits & Compensation, HRIS & ATS

(UKG, ADP, Workday, Paycom, QuickBooks), Staff Onboarding & Compliance Training, Policy Development & Legal Compliance, Employer Branding & Job Fairs, Performance Management & Retention, OSHA & HIPAA Regulatory Compliance Professional Experience

• Human Resources Manager

Greenbrier Healthcare Center – Parma, OH Aug. 2023–Present

• Lead HR operations across multiple healthcare facilities, resolving employee relations issues and managing performance reviews.

• Partner with leadership on talent planning, retention, and succession strategies.

• Ensure compliance with labor laws and corporate HR standards.

• Talent Acquisition Manager / HR Coordinator

Jennings Center for Older Adults – Garfield Heights, OH Mar. 2022–Aug. 2023

• Managed full-cycle recruitment for nursing, dietary, and administrative staff.

• Streamlined onboarding, licensure verification, and new hire documentation.

• Led employer branding initiatives and coordinated job fairs and hiring events.

• Administered Paycom HRIS and ensured EEO and compliance adherence.

• HR Manager

Paradigm Electric LLC – Fairlawn, OH May 2020–Aug. 2022

• Directed HR and payroll operations, including onboarding, benefits, and QuickBooks payroll processing.

• Improved documentation and file retention practices to align with regulatory requirements.

• Supported open enrollment, employee handbooks, and internal communications.

• Provided COVID-19-related leave guidance and tracked compliance with federal regulations.

• Handled high-volume employee inquiries with attention to confidentiality.

• HR Intern

Pebble Creek Long-Term Care – Akron, OH Jan. 2020–Apr. 2021

• Supported recruiting, onboarding, and file management for long-term care staff.

• Maintained confidentiality of HR data and documentation. Education

B.S. in Human Resources Management (In Progress)

Southern New Hampshire University

A.A.S. in Human Resources Management

Stark State College – Akron, OH

Diploma in Medical Billing & Coding

Remington College – Cleveland, OH

Professional Affiliations

SHRM Student Member

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

Technical Skills

HRIS: UKG, ADP, Workday, Paycom, OnShift, Apploi

Payroll/Finance: QuickBooks, MS Office

Healthcare Systems: EPIC, Medisoft, Allscripts

LMS & Tools: Relias, Retain

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