Hemi Selva Kumar

Supported the Human Resources Operations team with HR process improvements across global mobility, compensation and benefits, employment policies, HRIS usage, and workforce analytics. Conducted HR policy reviews using U.S. labor law research and generated Workday and Excel workforce/compliance reports to support HR analytics and operational tracking.

Led recruitment operations by conducting recruitment audits for efficiency, compliance, and data accuracy, and by onboarding and training new interns and hires. Oversaw day-to-day recruitment performance, ran performance check-ins, and monitored recruitment KPIs such as sourcing volume, screening-to-interview ratios, and candidate turnaround time.

Designed and analyzed organizational surveys (including intern exit, benefits, and diversity & inclusion surveys) and built Excel frameworks to enable cross-survey benchmarking and trend analysis. Modernized recruitment processes using workflow evaluation and maintained ATS trackers, while conducting live voice-based exit interviews and proposing an n8n-based AI workflow to streamline scheduling,

Conducted a comprehensive SME-validated job analysis for the Recruitment Specialist role using O*NET frameworks, structured interviews, and quantitative ratings. Produced a defensible job description, job advertisement, selection interview protocol, and a performance appraisal instrument with scoring rubrics and behavioral anchors for legal defensibility and EEO compliance.

Conducted an organizational needs assessment for a nonprofit education organization to evaluate internship onboarding, offboarding, training, and skill-development processes across 10+ functional areas. Built mixed-methods surveys and ran virtual focus groups, then synthesized qualitative/quantitative findings into evidence-based recommendations including onboarding frameworks, role-specific train

Performed job analysis for an Accountant/Chartered Accountant Trainee role using O*NET to identify critical tasks, responsibilities, and workflows. Developed categorized task statements and documented key KSAOs at entry and advanced levels, translating findings into job descriptions and multiple job postings aligned to accounting standards, audit practices, tax compliance, and ethical requirements

Managed end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes, including job postings, candidate sourcing, interviews, offer letters, and virtual orientation completion. Coordinated across IT and marketing teams, ran outreach to 17+ universities via LinkedIn/Handshake/email, and recreated HR materials (job descriptions, templates, flyers) using Canva while supporting intern onboarding through a mentor-m

Conducted job analysis for five clinical roles by developing 303 task and KSAO statements with ratings from 30+ SMEs. Performed SME-based focus groups and statistical mapping in Microsoft Excel to link tasks to competencies and assessed KPI alignment via regulatory gap analysis against CARF accreditation standards and COMAR behavioral health regulations.

Designed an empirical research study examining relationships among sickness presenteeism, job insecurity, employee performance, gender, and telework. Developed hypotheses and collected data using validated scales including the Stanford Presenteeism Scale, De Witte’s Job Insecurity Scale, and the Individual Work Performance Questionnaire.

Completed article response papers analyzing workplace cognitive failure and safety related to sleep, and work-life impacts related to mobile device use during family time. Summarized empirical findings and provided critical insights relevant to workplace safety, cognitive performance, work-life balance, and employee well-being.

Produced a policy brief on finding employment by leveraging neurodiversity through inclusive recruitment programs and strategies. Analyzed neurodiversity-related workplace recruitment challenges and proposed inclusive hiring and onboarding policy recommendations to improve workforce diversity and equity.

Collaborated on a strategic human capital planning project aligned to organizational vision, mission, and strategy. Conducted stakeholder analysis and SWOT assessment and contributed human capital strategy initiatives with objectives and implementation considerations.

Served as principal investigator for a research team studying the impact of bedtime procrastination on fear of missing out (FOMO) and curiosity among psychology and non-psychology students. Responsible for research design, obtaining ethical clearances, coordinating the research team and faculty, and overseeing data collection and analysis.

Grade: Cumulative GPA: 4.0/4

Activities and societies: Phi Kappa Phi honor society member.

Pursuing a Master of Professional Studies in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, focused on applying I-O concepts to HR analytics and workforce strategy. Earned a cumulative GPA of 4.0/4 and was inducted into Phi Kappa Phi.

Grade: Cumulative GPA: 9.4/10

Completed an Executive Diploma in Clinical Psychology. Graduated with a cumulative GPA of 9.4/10.

Grade: Cumulative GPA: 9.22/10

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Applied Psychology with coursework emphasizing applied psychological principles. Graduated with a cumulative GPA of 9.22/10.