Monkia Brown
Raleigh
Summary
Dynamic HR professional with proven expertise in talent acquisition and employee relations, honed at Amazon. Skilled in leveraging HRIS & ATS systems to enhance recruitment processes and workforce planning. Championed DEI, achieving significant improvements in workplace inclusivity. Exceptional at driving HR strategies that align with business goals, showcasing a blend of strategic thinking and interpersonal skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Team Lead
TopGolf
Durham NC
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Served as a role model for the team by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values at all times.
HR Recruiter
Amazon
4851 Jones Sausage Rd, Garner NC 27529
06.2022 - 01.2025
- Partner with leadership teams to implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Lead full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives to support organizational growth.
- Manage employee relations issues, conducting investigations and resolving conflicts in compliance with labor laws and company policies.
- Utilize HR analytics to track key metrics, drive improvements, and enhance workforce planning.
- Champion DEI initiatives, ensuring an inclusive and high-performance work culture.
- Managed full-cycle recruiting processes, resulting in successful placements and employee satisfaction.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to identify talent needs and develop effective job descriptions.
- Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network.
- Supported onboarding initiatives for new hires, contributing to a smooth transition into the organization.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of labor market trends, informing recruitment strategies accordingly.
Education
Associate of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NC05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC 08.2019 - 05.2024
Skills
- HRIS and ATS proficiency
- Compliance (EEO, FMLA, OSHA)
- Performance Management & HR Metrics
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
- Coaching and mentoring
- HR Policies & Employment Law
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Team Lead
TopGolf
01.2024 - 03.2025
HR Recruiter
Amazon
06.2022 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
North Carolina State University
08.2019 - 05.2024
Associate of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Durham Technical Community College