Sharr Pechac, PhD, SHRM-SCP

Experience

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  Human Resources

  Jan 1999 - Jan 2006

  Human Resources Experience

  2004-2006 The Ohio State University, Senior Human Resources Associate 2003-2004 The Ohio State University, HRIS Associate 2000-2001 ALLTEL Communications, Human Resources Generalist 1999-2000 The University of Akron, Benefits Assistant

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  Higher Education

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2012

  Additional Adjunct Teaching Experience

  2009-present Online and traditional COMM 150 Interpersonal Communication courses, Franklin University2008-present Online and traditional ASC 190/ COLS 1100 College Success courses, Columbus State Community College 2006-2010 Traditional BUS 100: Introduction to Adult Studies, BUS 201: Management Development Portfolio, and COMM 303 Organizational Communications, Ohio Dominican University Show less

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  Ohio Dominican University

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

  •Provide academic advising and support services for multiple cohorts to assist with enrollment management and retention. •Responsible for evaluating admission applications and transcript in preparation for new student orientation and registration. •Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of student file and computer records. •Mentor academic advisors and serve as a liaison for policy interpretation, and resolution of student and staff concerns. •Develop weekly and monthly data tracking and reports to assist with enrollment management and retention Show less

  • Assistant Director, Learning Enhanced Adult Degree (LEAD) Program Student Success Services

    Jan 2007 - Jan 2008

  • Senior Academic Advisor

    Jan 2006 - Jan 2007
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  Columbus State Community College

  Jan 2008 - Jul 2013

  •Appointed to design and implement a new comprehensive first year experience program to mentor and counsel students on a variety of academic, personal, social, cultural, career, and community engagement strategies. •Re-engineer academic support services to help students complete two year academic requirements, and assist with a seamless transfer and transition to The Ohio State University. •Assist the Director with special projects, staff initiatives and office operations, including re-engineering office operations and staff structures, professional development initiatives, establishing and growing the transfer center, and general program development, implementation and assessment. •Provide direct supervision of functional responsibilities for two professional advising staff. •Co-develop the BLUEprint Student Success Workshop series to support student learning and personal development. •Responsible for developing department marketing, admissions, registration, orientation and curriculum maintenance programs, policy, procedures and protocols. •Charter and advise the Transfer Student Organization (TSO) to support student engagement, learning and development. •Appointed to serve on numerous committees, including Foundations of Excellence to enhance learning and retention of first year and transfer students, Kaizen, new student orientation, international student initiatives, and staff search committees. •Participate as a member of the student conduct hearing processes to support student learning and character development. Show less •Responsible for advising, mentoring and counseling students on a variety of academic, personal, social, cultural, career, and community engagement concepts. •Assist students with course selection and development of academic plans to ensure timely degree completion. •Monitor individual student academic performance and general welfare, and consult with faculty and other administrative departments to ensure student success. •Provide academic intervention for at risk students and career guidance for undecided students.•Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of student file and computer records. •Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with other departments and student organizations in order to cultivate a positive and affirming learning environment. •Lead initiatives to coordinate and/or enhance processes for college placement (COMPASS) group advising. •Appointed to Chair of the Advisor Resources and Training (ART) Committee for new hires and reference materials. Show less

  • Coordinator - Preferred Pathway Program

    Jan 2011 - Jul 2013

  • Academic Advisor

    Jan 2008 - Jan 2011
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  Ohio Association of Community Colleges

  Jul 2013 - Mar 2017

  Director (Statewide) AmeriCorps College Completion Coaches

  •Oversee state-wide student success initiative distinguished as “Innovative Program” by America’s Service Commissions. •Provide operations, programmatic and technical assistance to 12 community college site supervisors. •Co-supervise 27 Completion Coaches including: performance evaluation and administration of payroll and healthcare.•Plan and implement annual calendar of in-person and webinar training opportunities.•Monitor and improve program design which includes recruitment strategy, orientation curriculum, and policies and procedures. •Conduct site visits as needed to ensure federal grant compliance.•Coordinate grant submission process and identify funding streams to scale and sustain initiative long-term.•Fiscal management of grant and private funds; budget development, resource allocation and financial reports.•Maintain relationships with active stakeholders and outreach to expand partnerships. •Assist with the development of grant proposal, marketing and communication materials. Show less

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  Indiana University Bloomington

  Aug 2017 - May 2018

  Interim Special Assistant to the VP of Student Affairs and Dean of Students

  •Reviewed and enriched policies and procedures that promoted a safe and welcoming educational environment for all students. •Collected, managed, and assessed quantitative data to make recommendations for improving campus climate related to bias incident response, diversity & inclusion. •Collected, managed, and assessed qualitative data to make recommendations for strategic planning, organizational structure, programs & services, communication, data & financial management, and performance management & goal setting. • Assisted with HR special projects related to position descriptions, search committees, and compensation analysis. Show less

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  Franklin University

  Aug 2017 - Jun 2022

  Adjunct Professor

  Advisory Board Member - Public Administration Programs PUAD 701 Foundations of Public & Not-for-Profit Administration: Students examine fundamental public service values that differentiate the mission and purpose of government and nonprofit organizations from those of private, for-profit, organizations. The course focuses on applying public administration and organizational theories to analyze administrative problems faced by leaders and managers implementing government and nonprofit programs. Students learn to think systematically about selecting alternative options for delivering programs and improving organizational performance. Finally, students develop fundamental information literacy, computing, writing, and presentation skills required for effective academic and professional communication. Show less

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  Tiffin University

  Jan 2018 - now

  Adjunct Professor

  EDU 520 Issues in Student Affairs: All colleges and universities center around students. This course focuses on issues that students face on campus, as well as issues that colleges and universities face as they try to help student live and learn in a higher education context. Topics include philosophies of student affairs, student success, organization, problem, and future directions of student affairs. EDU 635 Human Resource Management in Educational Organizations: This course focuses on the organizational systems and activities that colleges and universities can use to create effective management of both faculty and staff employees. Topics included in this course include information systems and management of employee information, strategic planning for organizational needs and productivity, human resource processes, legal regulation and unionism and collective bargaining. Show less

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  GreyPrint Consulting LLC

  Feb 2019 - now

  Founder and Principal Consultant

  A blueprint is a plan – an architect’s rendering of a structure or environment. It is specific and exact.Education and employment attainment, however, can be an ambiguous journey. Without a plan, both time and talent are lost. Enter GreyPrint - we offer mission-critical strategies to execute diverse education and workforce solutions.

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  Huron

  May 2023 - Dec 2023

  Consultant

  Conducted comprehensive HR audits, identifying areas for improvement and implementing tailored solutions to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory compliance. Advised senior management on HR policies, compliance issues, and best practices, contributing to the development of comprehensive, forward-thinking HR strategies for diverse client portfolios.Provided expert guidance in aligning HR practices with organizational goals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and strategic HR planning. Show less

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  City of Bloomington, IN

  Jan 2024 - now

  Human Resources Director