Kaelee Gooden

Manage employee leave cases across STD, FMLA, ADA, and state programs, making accurate decisions based on medical documentation and policy. Work directly with employees, managers, and providers to coordinate next steps, updates, and return-to-work plans.

Guided one-on-one career coaching, resume support, and job readiness training to veterans navigating employment transitions. Established and maintained relationships with local employers to identify job opportunities aligned with clients' backgrounds and goals.

Leveraged LinkedIn Recruiter to source, review, and qualify candidates, building a robust talent pipeline aligned with business needs. Managed candidate records and outreach activities in Microsoft Dynamics, ensuring accurate tracking and timely communication across the recruitment lifecycle.

Coordinated personnel services for 600+ servicemembers, including leave tracking, benefits coordination, and documentation of status changes and entitlements. Advised leadership to ensure compliance with federal policies and internal procedures related to employee readiness, performance, and administrative actions.

Pursuing a Master of Business Administration at the University of Pittsburgh, Joseph M. Katz School of Business, with an expected graduation in December 2026.

Earned a Bachelor's degree from Arizona State University in May 2022.