Douglas Treffner

Experience

1. Regional HR Manager

   Save the Children US

   Mar 2011 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   Perform searches for qualified Save the Children management candidates according to relevant job criteria, using computer databases, networking, internet recruiting resources, cold calls, and employee referrals- Develop and deploy candidate sourcing practices including targeted resume search, job postings, referrals, and direct sourcing where necessary (headhunting)- Screen and evaluate applicants for competence, background and skill set, as well as overall ability to fit and thrive within the organization- Build effective and communicative relationships with candidates to enhance customer service levels and produce a high offer closure rate- Partner with Regional, and District Management to review, manage and optimize team performance through Performance Management, Succession Planning and Employee Development- Guide Associates on the most appropriate means and methods of mediation between line management and employees ensuring that all actions are legal and adhere to Save the Children policies- Provide detailed hands-on assistance and guidance to Regional and District Teams for cases involving highly-sensitive subjects such as sexual harassment and/or discrimination- Develop Regional, and District Management to generate recommendations regarding employee investigations, next steps and level of disciplinary actions- Directly process complaints for the highest profile or sensitive cases including those involving Management and above- Act as the second level escalation point for District Managers concerning high sensitivity HR guidance cases- Provide proactive and corrective on-the-ground Performance Management, Succession Planning and Employee Development training to Regional Managers, District Managers, and HR associates- Acts as a resource to the Training and Development department in the implementation of training programs in their region

Education

• Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Sloan School of Management

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

  1988 — 1990

• The University of Chicago

  Bachelor's Degree

  1982 — 1985

Skills

• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Technological Innovation
• Quantitative Finance
• Chinese
• Spanish
• Applied Mathematics
• Client Presentation
• Corporate Finance
• Computational Mathematics
• Triple Bottom Line
• Human Capital Management
• Technology Integration
• Change Management
• Team Leadership
• Economics
• Management Consulting
• Gamification
• Mathematical Programming
• Public Speaking
• Spreadsheets
• Mathematical Analysis
• Data Analysis
• Technological Solutions
• Business Statistics
• Pro Bono Consulting
• Business Strategy