Cassandra Kragh, MHRM, SHRM-CP - Human Resources Director, CAK LTD

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Work Background

Hillsborough Board of EducationBoard of Education Member

Jan. 2024Hillsborough, New Jersey, United States

Greek DevelopmentHead Of Human Resources

Aug. 2022 - Feb. 2024

Edison PartnersDirector of Human Resources

Oct. 2020 - Aug. 2022

Eagle Creek Renewable Energy LLCHR Director

Mar. 2017 - May. 2020Morristown, NJMember of Executive Leadership Team (ELT), provided direct support and advisory services to CEO, CFO, and SVP Operations, as well as Division and Regional managers across 3 divisions / 14 states, for 150 (+/-) employees. Full scope Generalist responsibilities. Managed multi-state, weekly & bi-weekly payroll processing for four company codes, with multiple pay types. • Company representative and leader during merger/acquisition integration process, doubling company size from 150 to 300 employees o Integrated HR Department, strategy, handbook/policies, time management, hiring process/recruitment, benefit plans (full integration open enrollment) o Realized over $450,000 in synergies by evaluating and integrating benefits brokers, 401k plan advisors/brokers, payroll system, and benefit plans. • Member of the COVID19 Task Force, Safety Committee, Regulatory/Compliance Committee, Investment Committee, Synergies Task Force. • Assisted in development of Corporate Social Responsibility & Sustainability program by identifying different classifications and targets for sustainability efforts, and developed goals for E.O.Y, 3 years, and 5 years. • Surveyed employee population and analyzed data surrounding culture in order to develop initiatives and strategies for improvements, such as: Culture Committee with “Culture Warriors” tasked with ensuring culture messaging hit all parts of the organization; provide avenues for employee development that tie into succession planning; incorporated “Psychological Safety”. • Developed and distributed company-wide quarterly newsletter (utilizing Microsoft Sway). Goal of uniting employees spread across the United States. • Completed full implementation of payroll system change from ADP Workforce Now to PaychexFlex, realized $40,000/year in savings. • Organized and developed in-person “Emotional Intelligence” & “Diversity and Inclusion” training seminars. Organized and provided annual sexual harassment training via company training website.

Command Security CorporationHR Generalist and Regional Recruiter

Feb. 2016 - Dec. 2016Union, NJReported to VP of Operations and VP of HR. Recruited candidates with Account Managers, utilizing consultative approach for client sites in the NJ, NY, Baltimore, and Boston Regions. Handled all benefits administration and end-to-end employment lifecycle from onboarding to termination. • Assisted with implementation of new Applicant Tracking System: Business Pointers; was subject matter expert for ATS, provided training to branch employees and other members of the HR Team. Recognized as “HR Team Member of the Month” for two months in a row for ATS trainings. • Hired 60+ new employees within 2-month timeframe, meeting quota set by FedEx client. • Handled all employee relations issues for 350+ employees and reduced employee incidents/confrontations by providing mediation and counseling between employees, and trained managers.

AjilonExecutive Recruiter

Aug. 2015 - Feb. 2016Edison, NJRecruited candidates utilizing social media, calling candidates directly, as well as company database (Cosmos) with focus on HR, Supply Chain, Administrative and Marketing positions. Matched candidates to positions and had a consultative approach with both the client and the candidate in the hiring process.

GroundLinkHR Manager

Oct. 2013 - Aug. 2015Greater New York City AreaReported directly to CFO, worked with Controller and in coordination with the HR Manager in Belgrade and General Manager in Dallas, TX. Full scope Generalist responsibilities including payroll processing, benefits management, full cycle corporate recruitment, and end-to-end employment lifecycle from onboarding to termination. • Coordinated all annual and mid-year performance reviews, utilized Small Improvements system. Met with managers to set unique goals for departments and employees. Created consistent metrics and data, which lead to a successful implementation and on-going Succession Plan. Assisted in merit increases/compensation plans for year following performance review cycles. • Trusted advisor to management for all employee relations matters: disciplinary, health, individual counsel/mediation, growth meetings, terminations, etc. Created consistent company-wide Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) for NY, Dallas and Belgrade offices, utilizing progressive discipline • Increased employee engagement, morale and overall appreciation for company by developing unique culture focused on team building and monthly initiatives (company scavenger hunt, monthly birthdays, “Bring Your Child to Work” day, breakfasts, wellness, lunch & learn)

Somerset Hills SchoolHR/Compliance Coordinator

Apr. 2012 - Oct. 2013Somerset County, NJReported to CFO and Executive Administrator. Full scope Generalist responsibilities with a focus on compliance. Responsible for maintenance of all benefits (enrolling and termination, bill reconciliation), all records of EOE and EEOC recruitment efforts, all training and certifications of staff to meet DOE and DCF state requirements. Ran the bi-weekly payroll for Non-Exempt employees and assisted employees with the use of company HRIS System- ADP Workforce. Updated all policies and procedures according to current laws and needs of the company.

ThrillistHR Intern

Nov. 2011 - Apr. 2012Worked under the Human Resource Manager. Assisted in the organizational growth, and maintenance of culture within the company. • Exposure to drafting and conducting Performance Improvement Plans and assisted with Performance Reviews process • Compiled a “New Hire Checklist” and “New Hire Packet” for recruiting team in order for on-boarding efforts to run efficiently • Input new hire data into ADP Total Source and reorganized organization charts • Sourced resumes for recruiters and phone screened potential candidates for open positions • Researched “Best Practices” for implementation • Assisted in writing job descriptions • Created Personnel Action Notification Document for recording changes in salary/position/title, etc. within the company

United Staffing Systems, IncSocial Media Director

Jan. 2010 - Aug. 2010Worked directly with the company's CEO, created a department that had previously not existed. Significantly amplified the volume of candidates/clients able to network with USS using new and various platforms. Re-ignited the brand image for the company and instilled that image using the various eMarketing techniques adopted by the newly created department. * Redesigned and collaborated one-on-one with web developer to update ten-year; Worked with designer to create flyers, campaign logos, new company logos, and mascot designs to promote campaign and sub-campaigns * Created and maintained accounts, establishing a viable presence on Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, WordPress and YouTube. * Maintained Yelp business account * Maintained SEO and SERP * Customized USS Facebook profile using FBML * Co-designed company business cards * Attended networking events after-hours * Created relationships with companies through Wordpress blog to start cross-promotional efforts * Constructed full spectrum of marketing materials and ideas for new referral campaign (Jobzspotter) * Designed mascot for Jobzspotter campaign * Formulated Jobzspotter value system and campaign brand image to be portrayed through mascot and various messages * Met with promotional outlets including the Village Voice to promote Jobzspotter Campaign and USS * Wrote press releases for new Jobzspotter Referral Campaign * Prepared and sent out weekly invitation e-mails to candidates from various departments to join USS in Social Media * Composed weekly internal newsletter informing them of Social Media Initiative progress * Conducted interviews for incoming interns for Social Media Department * Delegated responsibilities to interns