Zachary Ranes
@zacharyranes
Dedicated HR professional with a focus on strategic workforce solutions.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated and passionate HR professional with a strong commitment to aligning human resources as a strategic function within organizations. My experience spans various industries, where I have successfully built scalable recruiting and onboarding programs, designed innovative employee benefits, and implemented policies that significantly reduce turnover and enhance workplace culture.
At JPMorgan Chase, I developed a comprehensive recruiting and training program for over 200 associates, which contributed to a 67% decrease in turnover. I pride myself on my ability to analyze marketplace trends and deliver data-driven presentations to senior leadership, ensuring that employee morale and wellness programs are continuously improved. My previous roles have equipped me with the skills to manage complex HR operations while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations.
As I continue my professional journey, I am eager to leverage my expertise in human resources to foster environments that prioritize employee engagement and operational excellence. I believe that by acting with empathy and establishing fair standards, I can contribute to the success of any organization I am part of.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Human Resources Business Partner
JPMorgan Chase
Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)
Built a scalable recruiting, interview, onboarding, and training program for over 200 associates. Designed an employee benefits program, invigorating a stagnant total rewards program with AI, mental health, flexible time off, and other market leader accommodations to 150+ workforce, resulting in 67% decreased turnover on a quarterly basis.
People Operations
New York Digital Investment Group
Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 2 months)
Conducted 5+ new hire orientations monthly and served as point of contact for benefits, 401(k) inquiries, and general workplace navigation. Developed policies & guidelines, onboarding, and offboarding processes, generating scalable, turn-key solutions that decreased transactional-based questions and maximized work output efficiency.
Human Resources Consultant
A Free Bird Organization
Nov 2020 - Present (4 years 7 months)
Taught non-for-profit best practices to 20+ new hires bi-weekly, complete with relevant data points in hours volunteered and quality work output. Developed the recruiting life cycle process, increasing retention from 20% to 90% QoQ.
Recruiting & People Operations
Citibank
Jul 2018 - Present (6 years 11 months)
Served as the primary contact for over 100 new hires for pre & post queries during onboarding and benefits processes utilizing Workday and Taleo. Maintained and extrapolated quantitative metrics for compliance and audit reports, tracking 15+ recruiting coordinators' progress week over week.
Human Resources Program Manager
Broadleaf Results / E-ZPass
Oct 2017 - Present (7 years 8 months)
Managed the recruitment life cycle of approximately 150 applicants, including sourcing, candidate screening, interviews, and selection. Integrated a 'New Hire Class' of 30+ employees on a bi-weekly basis by proactively managing their onboarding process, including I-9 verification and timely completion of paperwork.
Human Resources & Operations Manager
MediaPlace
Nov 2014 - Present (10 years 7 months)
Directed intern, non-union & union training, adhering to federal and state guidelines and ensuring safety / OSHA compliance during production. Administered and conducted audits against performance and pay correlation - increases, bonuses for union and non-union staff.
Marketing Manager
Purchase College
Apr 2014 - Present (11 years 2 months)
Managed marketing initiatives for Purchase College. This role involved strategic planning and execution of marketing campaigns.
Financial & Operations Manager
Comcast Center
May 2012 - Present (13 years 1 month)
Managed financial and operational aspects at the Comcast Center. This role involved overseeing financial performance and operational efficiency.
Senior Human Resources Generalist
The Mount Sinai Hospital
Consulted with senior management to develop a value-added, strategic workplace retention, recognition, award, and compensation program that decreased turnover by 40% MoM utilizing data within SAP (HRIS interface) software. Produced approximately 20 exit, stay, and pulse interviews per month and evaluated data in relation to these interviews to increase operational efficiency.
Assistant Food Service Director
American Express Centurion Lounge
Oct 2013 - Present (11 years 8 months)
Assisted in the direction of food service operations at the American Express Centurion Lounge. This included overseeing daily operations and ensuring high service standards.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Rutgers University
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration
Currently pursuing an MBA, with an estimated completion in May 2026. This program is enhancing business acumen and strategic leadership skills.
Johnson & Wales University
B.S., Sports, Entertainment, and Event Management, Sports, Entertainment, and Event Management
Grade: magna cum laude
Graduated magna cum laude from the College of Hospitality Management. Focused on the business aspects of sports, entertainment, and event industries.
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