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JOHNATHAN KESNER

Springdale

Summary

Onboarding Specialist

Efficient professional with experience in competency-based performance, electronic applicant screening and employee / labor relations. Frequently praised as focused by peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals.

Experienced with managing comprehensive onboarding programs that enhance employee engagement and retention. Utilizes strong communication skills and organizational abilities to create welcoming and efficient onboarding experience. Track record of fostering positive relationships and ensuring new hires are equipped for their roles.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Onboarding Specialist

J.B. Hunt Transport
03.2022 - Current
  • Obtained information on work history, training, education and job skills.
  • Informed job applicants of details such as duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities.
  • Developed and implemented personnel policies and procedures.
  • Maintained current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
  • Qualified job applicants and referred them to managers, making hiring recommendations when appropriate.
  • Coordinated pre-employment screenings, background checks, and documentation requirements to expedite hiring timelines and reduce potential delays in bringing talent onboard.
  • Put together employee files and collected required digital or physical information to meet requirements.
  • Worked closely with new hires, answering questions and addressing various concerns during onboarding process.
  • Helped new hires complete and submit required paperwork, set up benefits accounts, and initiate direct deposits.
  • Streamlined new hire processes by developing efficient task workflows and checklists.
  • Managed multiple onboarding projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Completed required criminal, credit, or drug tests for new hires.
  • Optimized orientation schedules to minimize downtime for new hires, maximizing their early contributions to the organization''s success.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new staff into company culture and practices.
  • Streamlined onboarding documentation process, ensuring all legal and regulatory compliance was met with efficiency.

Asset Recovery Specialist

J.B. Hunt Transport
03.2023 - 10.2023
  • Utilized research skills to locate hidden assets of debtors.
  • Monitored progress of ongoing asset recovery processes and reported any issues or delays promptly.
  • Managed communications between various parties involved in an asset recovery process.
  • Maintained accurate records of all activities related to asset recovery cases.
  • Identified potential areas of risk associated with asset recovery efforts.
  • Prepared detailed reports of investigative findings for senior management review.
  • Maintained documentation and reports on security-related incidents and investigations.
  • Prepared written reports on investigations.
  • Identified and reported safety concerns to maintain safe shopping and working environment.

Assistant General Manager

Taco Bell
11.2020 - 12.2021
  • Directed and coordinated activities of businesses or departments concerned with production, pricing, sales, or distribution of products.
  • Organized and guided activities such as sales promotions requiring coordination with other department managers.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned specific duties.
  • Orchestrated administrative activities directly related to making products or providing services.
  • Monitored suppliers to ensure that efficiently and effectively provide needed goods and services within budgetary limits.
  • Established and implemented departmental policies, goals, objectives and procedures in conjunction with board members, organization officials and staff members.

Education

High School Diploma -

Miami Highschool
Miami, OK
05.2018

Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts/Business Management

Northeast tech
Afton, ok
05.2018

Skills

  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
  • Employee Hiring
  • Onboarding New Employees
  • Transfer Coordination
  • Customer Experience
  • Performance tracking
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Employee relations
  • Employment recordkeeping
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • In-person and telephone interviewing
  • Information protection

Timeline

Asset Recovery Specialist

J.B. Hunt Transport
03.2023 - 10.2023

Onboarding Specialist

J.B. Hunt Transport
03.2022 - Current

Assistant General Manager

Taco Bell
11.2020 - 12.2021

Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts/Business Management

Northeast tech

High School Diploma -

Miami Highschool
JOHNATHAN KESNER