Betty Boza

Current

Career Consultant at IMPACT Group
Career Management Coach at Renaissance Career Solutions (Sole Proprietorship)

Past

HR Intern at Arrowhead Hospital
Career Services Specialist, Senior at Arizona State University
Adjunct Faculty at Ottawa University

Employment Services Coordinator at Homeward Bound
Career Services Technician at Phoenix College

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Education

Private liberal arts college
Elmhurst College

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Connections

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Industry

Human Resources

Betty Boza’s Summary

A masters-level counselor focused on the H.R. function as a proactive partner to operational and business units, effectively aligning human capital with organizational goals. Strong organizational, communication and problem-solving abilities; noted for identifying areas for improvement and initiating efficiencies to increase performance and productivity.

Arizona Licensed Career Counselor since 1997.

Betty Boza’s Specialties:

Recruitment and Staffing, Employee Relations, Behavioral Interviews, Affirmative Action, Workforce Diversity, Sourcing & Recruitment, Coaching & Counseling, Workshops & Training, Retention Strategies and Career Management

Betty Boza’s Experience

Career Consultant

IMPACT Group

(Human Resources industry)

2008 — Present (1 year )

Serve as consultant to provide outplacement services for clients' employees and spouses including the auto industry.

Represent organization at 4 employment / resource events attended by more than 2500 employees and guests; actively engage attendees by greeting and establishing personal connection, explaining outplacement services, answering questions and assisting with registration process.

Provide job search coach services for 100 employees and spouses; assistance includes: resume and cover letter development, job search strategies and interview coaching.
Career Management Coach
Renaissance Career Solutions (Sole Proprietorship)

(Sole Proprietorship; Myself Only; Human Resources industry)

1997 — Present (12 years )

Provide education and coaching to help clients advance and accelerate their careers, gain focus and clarity of goals, articulate their unique value in the marketplace and realize their dreams.

Contracted as an on-site employment consultant for the National Counsel on Alcohol and Drug Dependence, counseling 5 clients in recovery each week.

Developed and facilitated workshops for adult job seekers including:
. Riding the Emotional Roller Coaster of Unemployment
. The Quest for Fulfilling Employment

Selected to participate on the Mature Workers Task Force of the Governor’s Advisory Council on Aging contributing with programs, speakers and summit coordination.

Contracted to develop and present a résumé-writing workshop for Fortune 500 corporation (AT&T) sponsored by the Phoenix Workforce Connection for 50 participants.
HR Intern

Arrowhead Hospital

(Human Resources industry)

May 2009 — July 2009 (3 months)

Provided general human resources support in day-to-day operations department while learning first-hand through real-world projects and assignments.

Completed extensive review of all HR procedures including: recruitment, interview, salary calculation, I-9 verification, FMLA, employee recognition and discipline, performance appraisal and employee information management.

Tracked new attendance policy employee acknowledgement documents for 900 employees.

Created excel spreadsheets for 25 departments to assist managers monitor employee attendance.

Updated 50-page employee handbook with current policies and 500-page reference manual to meet the on-boarding needs for new directors.

Posted daily updates to Healthsource Applicant Tracking System.

Participated in 8-hour regional and 4-hour hospital new employee orientations.

Attended workshops focusing on employee engagement to improve employee performance.
Career Services Specialist, Senior

Arizona State University

(Educational Institution; 10,001 or more employees; Higher Education industry)

2006 — 2007 (1 year )

Delivered a full range of career services for students at all levels to maximize employment / career opportunities, fulfilling the university’s mission and helping them achieve life goals.

Coordinated career fairs / employer staffing events attended by more than 60 employers and 200+ students with positive feedback from both.

Counseled students in all facets of career planning and job search strategies including: career exploration, resume writing, salary negotiation and interviews.

Compiled / calculated departmental statistics to justify budget, identify trends and assist in planning and forecasting; maintained appropriate / confidential records and documentation.

Served as liaison with 5 academic units, building alliances and program collaborations through increased communication, awareness and understanding to enhance department’s mission.

Developed, customized and facilitated numerous workshops with collateral materials focused on career and employment readiness.
Adjunct Faculty

Ottawa University

(Educational Institution; 501-1000 employees; Higher Education industry)

2002 — 2003 (1 year )

Taught Life Planning and Career Development course for master’s level counseling, HR and education students – weekly class, 25 students.

Developed and executed curriculum, integrating real-world experience and hands-on activities which measured retention, skills and application.
Employment Services Coordinator

Homeward Bound

(Non-Profit; 11-50 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)

2000 — 2003 (3 years )

Provided coaching and counseling for 170 clients in a transitional housing program for homeless and domestic violence victims to facilitate re-entry into the job market during a difficult 9/11 economy.

Assessed clients’ employment goals and helped plan education and career objectives, ensuring that clients were given the opportunity to learn, thrive and achieve success.

Initiated cost-effective sourcing and marketing strategies to develop community / industry relationships and a continuous flow of job opportunities for clients.

Planned and coordinated weekly employment / job search skills workshops for program participants, resulting in an 80% landing rate within the required 4-week period.
Career Services Technician

Phoenix College

(Educational Institution; 501-1000 employees; Higher Education industry)

1999 — 2001 (2 years )

Supported students and alumni in utilizing their education in pursuit of career goals through counseling and coaching in job search strategies.

Served as the “go-to” person for troubleshooting and improving the Internet-based job board system, helping employers and students alike in navigation and posting.