Melissa Locke Halouma

Human Resources Executive @Storagepug

Knoxville, TN, US

Works directly with the leadership team consisting of Directors and Co-founders. Manages full talent lifecycle including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and offboarding. Continuously improve hiring processes to create a one-of-a-kind candidate experience. Collaborates with hiring manager to gain understanding of skills and competencies required for open positions. Partners with leadership to understand organization’s current and future talent needs. Research compensation standards. Establishes recruitment plans, interview schedules, and evaluation standards. Maintains compliance of local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Reviews, updates, and communicates policies and procedures. Manages employee benefits, time off, and compensation. Consistently administers policies and procedures in line with our core values. Prepares offer, discipline, and termination letters. Maintains HR/payroll data accuracy. Offers availability for daily team member questions, face-to-face support, and remote support.Maintains ongoing relationships with team members and managers. Provides support and guidance to founders, leadership, and employees. Manages employer-employee relations and counsel leadership on best practice. Addresses all employee concerns to include conflict resolution, investigations, and discipline. Spearheads leadership coaching and identify skills gaps. Focuses on building a sense of belonging throughout the organization.At Storage Pug we empower people to find freedom in their lives and maximize potential.

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Certified, Parenting & Consumer Education Facilitator

Bryan College

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Organizational Management & Business Administration

Bryan College

Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Organizational Leadership

Cleveland State Community College

Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Business Technology