Jessica Helm, Phr, Shrm Cp
About Jessica Helm, Phr, Shrm Cp
Jessica Helm is a Senior Human Resources Business Partner at American Electric Power, where she has worked since 2013. With a background in management and human resources from Oklahoma State University, she specializes in talent acquisition, performance management, and employee development.
Work at American Electric Power
Jessica Helm has served as a Human Resources Business Partner Sr. at American Electric Power since 2013. In this role, she focuses on various human resources functions, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the organization. Her tenure at American Electric Power spans over 11 years, during which she has been based in Tulsa, OK. Her responsibilities include conducting workplace investigations and ensuring compliance with company policies and legal standards.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Helm earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Management with a focus on Human Resources from Oklahoma State University, where she studied from 1999 to 2002. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in human resources. She is skilled in talent acquisition, performance management, and developing training programs aimed at enhancing employee skills and knowledge.
Background in Human Resources
Before joining American Electric Power, Jessica Helm held various positions at Cox Communications. She worked as a Recruiter from 2004 to 2005, followed by roles as an HR Assistant from 2003 to 2004 and an HR Business Partner from 2005 to 2011. Additionally, she served as a Learning Consultant at Cox Communications from 2011 to 2012. Her early career also included a role at FlightSafety International as a Human Resources professional for 8 months in 2013.
Skills and Specializations
Jessica Helm possesses a range of skills relevant to human resources. She is experienced in conducting workplace investigations and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Her expertise extends to Birkman Consulting, which focuses on understanding individual behavior and improving team dynamics. She also specializes in performance management and develops training programs to enhance employee productivity and organizational effectiveness.
Coaching and Development Initiatives
In her current and previous roles, Jessica Helm has provided coaching to both employees and management. This coaching aims to foster professional growth and development within the organization. Her commitment to enhancing employee skills and knowledge is reflected in the training and development programs she has implemented throughout her career.