Human Resources Talent Acquisition

Colleen M. Dill, SHRM-CP

Chantilly, VA • 571-***-**** • *******@*************.*** • linkedin.com/in/colleendill

Professional Summary

Office and HR leader with 20 years of experience supporting executives, managing operations, and fostering people-first cultures. Skilled in overseeing daily office functions, multi-state payroll, benefits administration, and compliance reporting, while also planning events and initiatives that promote engagement and wellbeing. Recognized as approachable, fair, and highly organized, with a proven ability to partner with senior leadership, and employees at all levels to create efficient operations and a positive workplace culture.

Education & Certifications

BBA, Management (in progress, GPA 4.0) – Strayer University, expected March 2026

SHRM-CP, renewed 2023

Active Top Secret clearance

Skills

Key HR Strengths: HR Strategy & Leadership, Talent Acquisition & Retention, Coaching & Mentoring Managers & Employees, Performance Management, Employee Relations, Compliance (FAR, OFCCP, EEO), Employee Communication, Benefit Administration

HR Technologies: ADP Workforce Now, ADP Run, Paychex Flex, Gusto, JazzHR, ICIMS, Canopy, Benetrac, ISolved, Employee Navigator

Specialized Experience: Federal Contracting, Startup/High-Growth Environments, Process & Policy Development, Employee Culture & Engagement

Professional Experience

Catalyst Operations & Analytics – Vienna, VA

Director of Human Resources Apr 2023 – Jul 2025

Strategic HR partner to senior leadership, aligning HR initiatives with business goals

Established core HR infrastructure, including a modernized employee handbook, implementing JazzHR (applicant tracking system), streamlining the recruiting process with enhanced tracking and communication capabilities that resulted in a more positive candidate experience

Partnered with COO to manage end-to-end office relocation, providing key support in site selection, lease review and analysis to aid in negotiations, vendor management, and interior design

Improved employee culture and retention contributing to an increase in employee satisfaction and retention through strategic engagement, employee recognition programs, and company events

Ensured HR compliance with all relevant regulations, including AAP, ACA, EEO, VETS-4212, and 401(k) reporting requirements

Cynnovative – Arlington, VA

Director of Human Resources & Recruiting Nov 2022 – Apr 2023

Designed scalable HR & recruiting processes for a fast-growth federal contractor

Led end-to-end recruiting for technical and cleared talent, resulting in a streamlined hiring process and improved candidate quality

Developed policies, compliance programs, and remote workforce engagement strategies, enhancing compliance and increasing remote employee satisfaction

Applied Fundamentals Consulting (AFC) – Herndon, VA

Manager, Talent & Human Resources Aug 2016 – Nov 2022

Directed HR & recruiting operations for a nationwide workforce of 90+ employees in the DoD/Intelligence sector.

Sole recruiter for 70+ hires with highly specialized backgrounds. Highlight: During the pandemic, successfully recruited and fully onboarded 25 employees for brand new national security positions within a 6-month timeframe, despite the challenges and rotating customer site schedules

Cultivated strong relationships with DoD stakeholders, serving as the primary liaison for contract compliance, staffing, training, and employee performance

Partnered with executive leadership on workforce planning, compensation, policy development, and succession initiatives

Designed and led employee engagement strategies, that strengthened retention and connection across dispersed and hybrid teams.

Managed complex employee relations and implemented effective corrective action plans

Managed payroll, benefits, and HRIS/ATS systems while ensuring compliance with multi-state, federal, and contractual requirements (I-9, AAP, EEO-1, Vets-4212)

Served as the 401(k)-plan administrator, managing operations, contributions, and compliance reporting

Demonstrated exceptional dedication to employee support, consistently engaging with and assisting a nationwide workforce across multiple time zones to ensure they felt connected and supported within the larger organization

Amyx – Reston, VA

Senior HR Generalist Feb 2016 – Aug 2016

Managed onboarding, engagement, and compliance reporting for dispersed workforce

QVine– Reston, VA

Human Resources Administrator Feb 2014 – Jan 2016

Managed HR operations for 200+ employees supporting the Intelligence Community, overseeing employee relations, benefits, and regulatory compliance

Implemented competitive benefit programs in partnership with external brokers, resulting in improved employee satisfaction and retention

Served as trusted advisor to executive leadership and employees, resolving benefit inquiries, claims, and workplace concerns to enhance satisfaction and retention

Managed key compliance processes, including EEO-1, VETS 4212, workers’ compensation, and unemployment claims

Co-managed company-wide engagement efforts alongside my HR partner, including internal events and culture-building activities, which fostered stronger connections and improved employee morale

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