HR Talent Acquisition Leader with Compliance Focus

Monica R. Lyon ***********@*******.*** White Oak, PA 15131 * 412-***-****

https://www.linkedin.com/in/monica-lyon-458a279

Accomplished HR professional effectively delivering results in talent acquisition, employee relations, and organizational development. Recognized for leading high-volume recruiting initiatives, across diverse industries including security, manufacturing, hospitality, and finance, optimizing onboarding processes, and ensuring compliance. Skilled in partnering with executive leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives, drive workforce planning, and foster inclusive, high-performing teams.

Core Competencies

Professional Experience

Vector Security, Inc., Warrendale, PA 2021-2025

Talent Acquisition Administrator, Full-time, Remote (February 2025-October 2025) Led HR initiatives for fifty-seven branch locations, supporting managers and candidates by driving consistent hiring practices, across all business units.

• Partnered with senior leadership to align talent acquisition strategies with business goals.

• Led compliance initiatives for E-Verify and affirmative action, ensuring regulatory adherence.

• Served as the primary contact for staffing needs, ensuring timely and compliant hiring processes.

• Developed and posted new hire announcements on the corporate LinkedIn page.

• Exemplified characteristics of continuous improvement, confidentiality, and professional excellence. Sr. HR Recruiter: (2021- 2025)

Developed talent acquisition plans, onboarded new hires, and managed multiple tasks. priorities independently.

• Created HR operations documents, for training purposes.

• Demonstrated strong organizational skills, maintained effective communication and people skills. BNY Mellon, Mellon Financial Bank of Pittsburgh, PA: 2014-2016, 1998-2006 Lead Recruiting Administrator – HR Strategy & Talent Solutions (2014-2016) Supported senior recruiters and HR business partners with administrative and operational recruitment.

• Sourced for the Sales and Operations teams, which included 29 domestic locations in 16 states, and two in foreign locations, with 5,000 employees.

• Implemented a new “Confirmation Interview Email Response Template” for hiring managers and interview candidates.

• Recognized as a progressive leader by manager for leading by example through mentoring two direct reports. Human Resources Benefits Administrator: (2004-2006) Prepared monthly lump sum distributions and pension documents for terminated employees.

• Processed actuarial equivalent values for all retirees, which outlined the amount of their benefit allocation.

• Collaborated with the internal legal team on specific documents in preparing for depositions. Admin Business Analyst, HR Communications & Strategy: (2000-2004) Continued support for President of HR.

• Prepared monthly PowerPoint presentations for President of HR, including updates on projects, critical communications, and departmental issues.

• Facilitated all off-site conferences for executive staff which consisted of setting up all rooms for interviewers.

• Created the first “Emergency Evacuation Process,” and binders. High Volume Recruiting & Sourcing For All Areas • Onboarding & New Hire Orientation

• E-Verify Compliance • Assisted with all HR Events

• Conflict Resolution • Team Building & Leadership

• Technical Proficiency (ATS, HRIS, Microsoft Office) • Problem Solving & Independent Worker Monica R. Lyon Page 2

Executive Administrative Secretary to Vice President of Human Resources (1998-2000) Provided Administrative Support to VP of HR, VP of Benefits

• Ensured adherence to all applicable standards and protocols to maintain integrity and impartiality in handling administrative and front desk responsibilities.

• Maintained relationships with hiring managers and fostered solid rapport with recruiting staff.

• Facilitated the monthly board meetings for CEO and board members. Leybold USA Inc. Export, PA – 2019-2021

Human Resources Recruiter (Full-Time, Hybrid) (2020 –2021) Managed all recruitment for multiple business lines, including coordination and facilities.

• Sourced and screened candidates, coordinated interviews, and managed candidate communications.

• Ensured compliance with background checks and affirmative action requirements.

• Created onboarding checklists and safety materials; assisted with facility relocation. Senior Administrative Support – Human Resources (Contractor, Remote) (2019-2020) Recruited for multiple business lines, including Sales, Technicians and Management positions.

• Assisted and coordinated marketing events.

• Facilitated and set-up holiday parties.

Eat'n Park Hospitality Management Group, Homestead, PA 2016-2017 Administrative Assistant – Marketing Department

Managed sales calendars, scheduled meetings, and coordinated planning for marketing initiatives.

• Improved distribution processes for internal communications. HR Contractor, Metro Atlanta 2006 –2014

• Peach State Health Plan, Bayer Business and Technology Services, Thomas Rutherfoord Insurance Land Resources, NADO Insurance Services.

Education & Credentials:

Associate of Business Administration, Co-Operatives Honor Program – Bradford School, Pittsburgh, PA Proficient in Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, TALEO, ATS, HRMS, SharePoint. Participated in TALEO updates and training. Community Volunteer

Beverly’s Birthdays, Operation Smile.org, Light of Lite Rescue Mission, Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, The McKeesport AGAPE CENTER, and Donate Life, Pasadena, CA.

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