Mandy Bossard, SHRM-SCP

Experience

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  Washington State Legislature

  Jan 2006 - Aug 2007

  Legislative Assistant

  Respond to all inquiries received by the office (phone, mail, legislative hotline, & e-mail )Schedule and/or attend appointments with constituents, lobbyists, and other legislatorsCalendar management Meeting/event planning and arranging travel Track important bills & complete policy and issue research Coordinate with various state agencies in relation to constituent caseworkSupervise office intern Represent the member at legislative meetings and receptions

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  Pistol Creek Company

  Aug 2007 - Sept 2009

  Senior Administrative Assistant to the Principle

  Coordinate personal and business scheduling Make travel arrangements and reservationsExercise superior judgment in handling confidential matters Screen, prioritize and respond to a multitude of incoming requests Act as project lead on a multitude of special projects, paying extreme attention to detailClerical duties: phones, mail, filing, inventories, word processing, correspondence etc. Make all purchases on behalf of the office for owner’s personal and business needsMaintain all memberships to clubs and organizations Act as a liaison between the owner and various external parties Show less

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  Betz Family Winery

  Oct 2009 - Apr 2011

  Customer Service Coordinator

  Complete all tax compliance reporting and remittance to various states across the countryAnswer calls and emails, fielding questions about the winery and operations Maintain records of all orders shipped out of state Act as a point of contact for all customers while prepping and shipping off-premises ordersComplete all invoicing and coordinate delivery of donations to charitable eventsProvide info on wine & winery history to various parties during eventsUtilize Quickbooks for accounting and record keeping needs (invoices, checks, reports etc.) Delivery of wholesale orders to commercial accountsAct as a sales rep during release events, and when taking phone orders Show less

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  Unified Logic

  Apr 2011 - Oct 2012

  Human Resources & Recruiting

  Source candidates via job boards, job fairs, social media and search engine Boolean logicPerform multiple interviews with candidates for all technical & administrative openingsProvide hiring recommendations to managers regarding applicants and passive candidatesSet up, launch and maintain candidate tracking system Revise and post job descriptions to various online sites to advertising new openingsDevelop and launch Unified Logic hiring process and train existing staff on best practicesTrain hiring managers on interviewing process and legal liabilities in recruitingDevelop new candidate screening tools such as skills tests, and standardized scoring metricsDevelop recruiting volume metrics report displaying candidate flow through each phasePerform new employee on-boarding and trainingContribute to the development and finalization of Employee Handbook Facilitate the launch of 401k planAudit and bring to code all employee payroll, med/benefits, and personnel files Develop various forms for employee on-boarding and change managementLaunch and manage Employee Referral Program and other incentive programsHandle employee relations issues and complaints from employees or managersFacilitating efforts for organizational Strategic PlanningMake recommendations on compensation based on research and benchmark comparisons Show less

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  TERRA Staffing Group

  Dec 2012 - May 2013

  Recruiter

  At TERRA I was responsible for developing new and existing client and candidate relationships and full account management from lead generation to placement as well as offering outstanding continued service for clients. Since 1983, TERRA Staffing Group has provided companies and people throughout the Greater Puget Sound region with the right fit. More than just a clever slogan, we’ve developed a trademark process for ensuring the best fit for our client companies and the job seekers we serve. Combine proven process with a passionate team of professionals and you have a winning combination. Whether it’s a short term assignment, long term project, or career placement, we know that fit matters. Call us to experience first-hand what the right fit can mean to your success. Show less

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  Johnson Search International

  May 2013 - Dec 2013

  Senior Recruiter - Mining and Banking Divisions

  My team and I at JSI specialize in direct placement recruiting for top tier companies in the Mining, Banking and IT industries. My clients employ me to find them the most skilled people on the market today. I'm in touch with the Hiring Managers on a daily basis working at the major players in these industries hiring all across the US. For this reason, I am always proactively on the lookout for top talent, and always willing to broaden my network! I specialize in difficult to place positions and offer hope when you think the person your company needs just doesn't exist! This includes nationwide searches that offer relocation benefits, or plucking a new employee from your own backyard! I'm able to offer multiple opportunities in various locations across the US to qualified candidates, and I'd love to keep you informed of opportunities that could be the next step you're seeking. Let's connect! Show less

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  Robert Half

  Jan 2014 - Oct 2014

  Staffing Manager

  Premier among staffing agencies, Robert Half is dedicated to providing you professional staffing services in a variety of job markets. The Spokane Team handles administrative and accounting related positions in greater eastern Washignton and northern Idaho. I specialize in business development and full life-cyle recruiting for temporary and permanent roles. I manage administrative staffing which includes a broad range of roles from HR or Executive Assistants to Sales and Customer Service Managers. Please reach out to me if you are a candidate seeking your next opportunity or if I can provide you information on OfficeTeam/Accountemps (parented by Robert Half), the world's leading specialized staffing firm. Show less

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  Northwest Farmer-Stockman, Inc.

  Oct 2014 - Apr 2020

  Freelance Recruiter

  I am responsible for recruiting strategy and full life cycle recruitment from candidate generation and interviewing, to hiring recommendations and branding the candidate experience for both of the agencies I represent. I am able to source and stay connected to candidates, or interview via video chat, as well as administer assessments to potential candidates for Agent positions across the US via online tools like LinkedIn! Recruiting is about relationships, and I love getting to know new people and sharing our corporate culture and company story with those around me. The parent company of the two agencies I represent, the Cowles Company, continues its tradition of customer service and strong business ethics after four generations of diversified businesses. Headquartered in Spokane, WA, Cowles Company is parent to organizations leading their industries in media, forest products, real estate and insurance. I am continually looking to grow my pipeline of candidates and spread the word about our unique business model, so if you feel that a career in sales could be right for you, please send me a message! Show less

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  Tedder Industries

  Jun 2015 - Jul 2017

  Tedder Industries is one of the largest and fastest growing manufacturers of gun holsters and accessories for concealed carry in the United States. Headquartered in Hayden, Idaho, Tedder Industries products are synonymous with quality, craftsmanship and innovation and we are GROWING! A career with Tedder Industries combines the support and opportunity of a large organization with the spirit and energy of a small company. We look for thinkers and doers - creative, collaborative and motivated people who are excited to make meaningful contributions.Contact me today to learn more about working at Tedder Industries! Show less

  • Director of Human Resources

    Sept 2015 - Jul 2017

  • Senior Recruiter

    Jun 2015 - Sept 2015
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  City of Sammamish

  Aug 2017 - Apr 2019

  Human Resources Manager
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  Zenith American Solutions, Inc.

  Apr 2019 - Apr 2020

  National Talent Acquisition Manager
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  City Of Snoqualmie

  May 2020 - May 2022

  Human Resources Manager
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  Aerospace

  Oct 2022 - Mar 2023

  Interim Human Resources Manager
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  Confidential

  May 2023 - now

  Human Resources Director