Steven Mentz
Human Resources Professional
- Role
- Human Resources Manager at Columbus Water & Power
- Location
- Columbus, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Steven Mentz
As an HR leader and talent strategist, I partner with executive cabinets to design…
Experience
Human Resources Manager
Mar 2025 — Present · Columbus, OH, US
Lead a newly established Workforce Development team serving over 1,200 employees across Water, Sewer, Power, and Director\'s Office; supervise and develop a team of HR Analysts, overseeing professional growth and project management aligned with workforce strategies; implement standardized workforce development SOPs improving process efficiency and consistency.Design and implement employment pipelines and advancement pathways, in partnership with local high schools and colleges/universities, trade organizations, and community partners; oversee workforce-related community engagement efforts, such as career fairs, training events, and public outreach programs, highlighting entry-level trades programs and second-chance employment.Collaborate with Recruitment & Selection, Retention & Engagement, Labor Relations, Training, and Performance Management to ensure strategic alignment across all HR sections; spearhead internal talent development initiatives, resulting in increased promotions, improved employee retention, and enhanced organizational capability.Analyze job classifications and workforce data to recommend staffing strategies that support future utility workforce needs and succession preparedness.Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on workforce trends, equity in hiring, and long-term workforce sustainability.
Education
The Ohio State University
Master's Degree, Human Resource Management
2020
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor's Degree, Education
2006 — 2009
Skills
- Management
- Event Planning
- Social Media
- Music
- Calendar Management
- Higher Education
- Conferences
- Administrative Support
- Research
- Executive Support
- Public Speaking
- Fundraising
- Microsoft Office
- Event Management
- Customer Service
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