Az'Jalaiyah Scott
Henrico
Summary
Dynamic and highly motivated Human Resources professional with experience across multiple HR functions, including talent acquisition, benefits administration, leave management, reporting, employee retention, and community outreach. Recognized for strong organizational and administrative abilities, creative problem-solving, and a people-centered approach to HR. Passionate about supporting employees and fostering positive workplace experiences while contributing to organizational success through professionalism, collaboration, and dedicated service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Reynolds Community College
03.2026 - Current
- Partner with hiring managers and senior leadership to develop workforce strategies and execute full-cycle recruitment initiatives while ensuring compliance with EEO/AA, VCCS, and DHRM regulations.
- Collaborate with leadership to identify staffing trends, succession needs, and recruitment challenges while recommending solutions to support organizational objectives.
- Screened and evaluated applications, prepared qualified candidate pools, and ensured timely submission to hiring committees
- Coordinated job postings, applicant screening, interview processes, and hiring workflows using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
- Developed and posted job advertisements aligned with organizational and regulatory standards
- Managed recruitment communications, including interview scheduling and candidate notifications, to streamline candidate experience
- Produced monthly recruitment reports and maintained accurate hiring data to support strategic decision-making
- Represented the organization at job fairs and community events to attract diverse talent.
- Maintained and updated HR systems, reports, and recruitment records for compliance and audit readiness
- Managed position lifecycle activities, including creation, modification, and abolishment of roles
- Reviewed and evaluated position requests to ensure alignment with classification and compensation standards
- Advise leadership on position classification, compensation alignment, organizational structure, and workforce planning decisions to support operational goals.
- Developed recruitment guides, hiring documentation, and process resources to improve consistency across hiring managers.
- Delivered guidance and coaching to hiring managers on recruitment best practices, interview techniques, and employment policies.
- Serve as a trusted HR advisor to managers by interpreting policies, addressing employee concerns, and providing guidance on employment practices and risk mitigation strategies
- Ensured all recruitment and HR activities adhered to federal, state, and organizational policies
- Identified opportunities to improve recruitment processes and operational efficiency
- Supported HR initiatives such as employee recognition programs, benefits fairs, and wellness events
Human Resources Specialist
United States Army Reserve
05.2023 - Current
- Provide counseling and guidance to Soldiers on various HR matters, including benefits, entitlements, and career progression.
- Oversaw soldiers at my rank and below to ensure effective performance and development.
- Process personnel actions and transactions in accordance with Army regulations.
- Assisted in payroll preparation and distribution to ensure timely and accurate compensation for personnel.
- Provided counseling and guidance to Soldiers on HR matters, enhancing understanding of benefits, entitlements, and career progression.
- Coordinate administrative support for unit personnel management programs.
- Utilize Army human resources systems to input and retrieve personnel information.
- Conducted briefings and orientations for Soldiers on HR policies and procedures, promoting compliance and awareness within the unit.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of United States Army policies to ensure compliance and effective guidance.
Human Resources Analyst
Virginia Department of Health
04.2024 - 03.2026
- Manages the full life cycle recruitment/selection process for all wage and classified positions for assigned offices or districts; working with managers to ensure hiring and staffing needs are met.
- Assisted on interview panels, ensuring alignment with the Department of Health's Diversity in Interviewing Policy.
- Analyze workforce and recruitment metrics to identify trends, inform staffing strategies, and provide data-driven recommendations to leadership.
- Partner with managers to address staffing needs, employee concerns, and workforce challenges while ensuring equitable and consistent application of HR policies.
- Facilitate onboarding and organizational integration initiatives while educating employees on HR programs, policies, and workplace expectations.
- Ensured compliance with compensation policies to maintain equitable pay practices.
- Prepares, reviews and/or edits job announcements for various positions.
- Ensures EEO compliance throughout the recruitment/selection process.
- Maintain recruitment records and documentation in accordance with federal and state requirements.
- Conducted audits of personnel and HRIS records, verifying data integrity and supporting accurate HR reporting.
- Collaborates with HR leadership to support and promote employee recognition programs that reinforce performance, engagement, and company values.
- Maintaining familiarity about industry trends, labor market conditions, and competitive hiring practices.
- Ensuring the timely completion of all office requests through our HRIS (ServiceNow), with all tasks finished before their respective deadlines.
- Prepares and processes HR transactions, including funding changes, supervisory updates, employment actions, separations, restricted status, pay transactions, etc.
- Maintaining familiarity with Federal, State and DHRM policies.
Human Resources Assistant/Human Resources Specialist
Virginia Union University
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Managed full life-cycle recruitment including planning, sourcing, coordinating, and executing all stages of the hiring process.
- Collaborated with business leaders and stakeholders to develop talent acquisition and workforce planning strategies aligned with organizational priorities.
- Oversaw front desk activities, ensuring visitors and employees received timely assistance and information regarding HR matters.
- Built strong relationships with employees and leaders across all levels of the organization to support employee engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness.
- Developed and administered employee polls and surveys, providing insights to inform strategies for improving retention.
- Assisted in tracking recognition participation and engagement metrics to inform people-experience initiatives.
- Reviewed and reconciled HR/payroll transactions for accuracy and compliance.
- Maintain HR records and databases, ensuring all employee information is accurate and up-to-date.
- Managed organizing and maintaining personnel files and other HR documentation.
- Process employee changes (status changes, transfers, terminations) in HRIS and payroll systems.
- Assisting with payroll processing by providing necessary employee data, such as hours worked, overtime, and leave taken.
- Managed data analysis, reporting and reconciliation.
- Oversaw administration of ADP, ensuring accurate user access and efficient payroll management.
- Prepare HR-related reports and presentations as needed upon the president's request.
- Supported employee engagement and retention initiatives that fostered a positive workplace culture and improved employee satisfaction.
- Prepared HR-related reports and presentations upon the president's request.
- Responded to Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) requests and completed employment verifications.
- Achieved a White Belt certification in Lean Six Sigma through VUU, demonstrating foundational knowledge of process improvement principles and methodologies.
Human Resources Admin
FedEx Ground
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Coordinate and conduct the full-cycle recruiting and hiring process for package handlers at multiple stations/hubs, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Scheduled and conducted candidate interviews, making hiring recommendations while maintaining accurate applicant files.
- Facilitated new hire orientation process, scheduling sessions, ensuring completion of paperwork, and creating employee files.
- Participate in recruiting events, such as job fairs and outreach initiatives, to build strategic relationships with recruiting contacts.
- Ensure HR BCSA compliance related to the hiring process in collaboration with HR management and partners.
- Partnered with HR Business Partners and operational leaders to assess workforce needs and support staffing and talent management initiatives.
- Supported employee relations activities by conducting intake discussions, addressing workplace concerns, and partnering with HR leadership to facilitate issue resolution.
- Serve as an ambassador for the employee experience, promoting a positive organizational culture.
- Analyzed package handler turnover trends to inform and enhance sourcing and recruitment strategies.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA12-2027
High School Diploma -
Manchester High School
Midlothian, VA06-2016
Skills
- Talent Acquisition & Recruitment
- ATS (Workday, ADP, PageUp, PeopleAdmin)
- HRIS (Workday, ADP, F&A, Cardinal HCM, STLAR, ServiceNow)
- Employee Engagement and Retention
- Employee Relations
- Employee Engagement & Retention
- Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives
- Performance Management
- Workforce Planning
- Benefits Administration
- Leave Administration (FMLA, ADA, Workers' Compensation)
- HR Reporting & Data Management
- Microsoft Office
- Google suite
Certification
- BLS Provider
- Virginia Notary Public
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Reynolds Community College
03.2026 - Current
Human Resources Analyst
Virginia Department of Health
04.2024 - 03.2026
Human Resources Specialist
United States Army Reserve
05.2023 - Current
Human Resources Assistant/Human Resources Specialist
Virginia Union University
10.2022 - 04.2024
Human Resources Admin
FedEx Ground
06.2021 - 10.2022
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Reynolds Community College
High School Diploma -
Manchester High School