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Jacob O'Connor

Jacob O'Connor

Novi, MI, USA

Human Resources Liasion

Administrative Specialist/ HR Liaison at Managed Medical Review Organization

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Background

I am a people-centered professional with experience in Human Resources and recruitment. I started my work experience teaching middle and high school students but have developed a strong interest in Human Resources in the workforce. With a background in Education, English, and Psychology, I have honed skills in respectful communication, effective writing, conflict resolution, organization, and the ability to shape a positive working environment. In 2023, I completed my M.A. at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and hold a B.A. from Michigan State University. Most recently, I worked as an Administrative Specialist/HR Liaison at Managed Medical Review Organization, where I successfully supported the team through recruitment, talent acquisition, onboarding, employee records, and payroll. I uphold positive company culture through leading social programs and developing and updating company website platforms like Microsoft SharePoint. I am actively pursuing SHRM Certification for Human Resources to further my proficiency in undertaking a range of HR responsibilities. I value connection and communication and am eager to further my career in human resources.


Job experience

  • September 2024 - June 2025
    Administrative Specialist/ HR Liaison
    Managed Medical Review Organization
    Novi, MI, USA

    • Successfully identify, recruit, and interview quality candidates for employment using social media and other recruitment tools
    • Support Human Resource Director in all aspects of recruitment, talent acquisition, interview process, onboarding, employee records, and payroll
    • Write employee onboarding and training materials
    • Use HR software for maximum efficiency in onboarding, payroll, and workplace communication
    • Uphold positive company culture through social programs and company website platforms like Microsoft Sharepoint

  • September 2022 - June 2023
    Student ELA Teacher
    Pioneer High School
    Ann Arbor, MI, USA

    - Grade 12 Contemporary World Literature
    • Design and lead instruction for twelfth grade students on Contemporary World Literature. Encourage students to engage with texts individually, reflecting on their identities and experiences.
    • Plan multiple units while identifying future roadblocks and prepare multiple contingency plans to ensure all students are engaged and learning important material.

  • September 2021 - June 2022
    Substitute Teacher
    Edustaff, Inc.
    Lansing, MI, USA

    • Lead class instruction as a substitute teacher in multiple districts in the Lansing, MI area, primarily in special education, middle school, and high school classrooms.
    • Guide conflict resolution, manage student behavior, and redirect students’ attention.


Education

  • University of Michigan Ann Arbor
    M.A. in Education
    2022 - 2023
    Masters of Education from the Rackham Graduate School at the University of Michigan -Ann Arbor
    Smith Marshall Scholarship Recipient
  • Michigan State University
    B.A. English
    2017 - 2021
    Bachelor of Arts in English
    Minor in Psychology