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Dawn Bellamy-Hicks

@dawnbellamy-hicks

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Senior HR leader specializing in talent acquisition, employee relations, and government contracting compliance.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a strategic HR leadership role where I can drive talent acquisition, strengthen employee relations, ensure compliance, and build scalable L&D programs in a mission-driven organization.

I am a seasoned Human Resources professional with an MS in Human Resource Management and SHRM-SCP certification, focused on government contracting and compliance. I bring over a decade of progressive HR leadership, particularly in talent acquisition and employee relations.

As Director of Human Resources at BMS, LLC, I led full life-cycle recruitment, designed virtual onboarding/offboarding systems, and implemented employee learning and development solutions. I partner with stakeholders across finance and federal customers to align HR strategy with business needs.

I maintain HRIS and personnel records, manage security and badging processes in collaboration with FAA VAP, and administer programs such as E-Verify, COBRA, and benefits administration. I also draft and update employee handbooks and policies to meet jurisdictional and market standards.

Earlier in my career I practiced as an Occupational Therapist in acute and long-term care settings, which strengthened my clinical assessment, program development, and leadership skills. I present on HR topics and hold specialty SHRM credentials in Talent Acquisition and Inclusive Workplace Culture.

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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Director of Human Resources

Current

BMS, LLC

Oct 2018 - Present (7 years 1 month)

Serves as HR business partner and Talent Acquisition lead, managing full-cycle recruitment, policy development, virtual onboarding, employee relations, and HRIS administration to support federal contracting requirements and security/badging processes.

Talent Acquisition Employee Relations HRIS Onboarding Policy Development Change Management Benefits Administration

Occupational Therapist (PRN/Contract)

Erickson Living

Jul 2009 - Nov 2021 (12 years 4 months)

Provided PRN occupational therapy across ALF, CCRC, SNF/LTC, sub-acute, outpatient and home health settings, performing assessments and customized treatment plans to improve ADLs and functional mobility.

Occupational Therapy ADLS Patient Education Caregiver Training Adaptive Equipment

Occupational Therapist (Contract)

Supplemental HealthCare

Dec 2006 - Jul 2009 (2 years 7 months)

Delivered contract occupational therapy services in SNF/LTC, sub-acute, outpatient and inpatient settings, conducting initial and re-assessments and developing individualized treatment and discharge plans.

Clinical Assessment Treatment Planning Adaptive Equipment Documentation Patient Safety

Human Resources Assistant

BMS, LLC

Oct 2006 - Oct 2006 (0 months)

Supported HR operations by updating the employee handbook, managing HR inquiries, maintaining personnel records, assisting recruitment and benefits administration, and preparing offer letters and verification checks.

HR & Administration Records Management Recruiting Onboarding Benefits Administration Employee Communications File Management & Compliance

Occupational Therapist (PRN/Contract)

GWU Hospital

Aug 2000 - Oct 2006 (6 years 2 months)

Provided acute, sub-acute, and SNF occupational therapy services, led OT teams, conducted MDS tracking and RUG categorization, and supervised new OTR/COTA staff to ensure regulatory-compliant care.

Team Leadership MDS Tracking RUG Classification Chronic Disease Management Splinting Staff Supervision Clinical Documentation

Administrative Assistant

Defense Nuclear Agency

Jun 1995 - Aug 1997 (2 years 2 months)

Provided administrative support for the Office of the Commandant, maintained SECRET clearance duties including handling sensitive documents, courier tasks, proofreading, and office management.