Rachel Posedenti Skobrev, Phr, Shrm Cp
About Rachel Posedenti Skobrev, Phr, Shrm Cp
Rachel Posedenti Skobrev is a Human Resources Generalist with extensive experience in recruitment and management. She has worked at Canonical since 2021 and previously held positions at The Princeton Review, Denver Language School, and the Summer Institute for the Gifted.
Work at Canonical
Rachel Posedenti Skobrev serves as a Human Resources Generalist at Canonical since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for the full cycle recruitment of approximately 25 high-level employees, including Directors, Deans, Instructors, and Housemasters for assigned campuses. Her responsibilities include supervising Directors for these campuses and stepping in as a substitute director when necessary.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Canonical, Rachel worked as the Human Resources Director at Denver Language School from 2018 to 2021. During her tenure, she played a key role in increasing student applications by 5% through participation in marketing events. Prior to that, she was the Operations Manager at The Princeton Review from 2013 to 2016, where she managed various operational aspects of the organization.
Education and Expertise
Rachel earned a Master's degree in Human Resources Management from Colorado State University Global, completing her studies from 2016 to 2018. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History from Iona College, which she obtained from 2009 to 2013. Her educational background supports her expertise in human resources and management.
Roles in Program Management
Rachel has experience in program management, having served as Program Director at the Summer Institute for the Gifted from 2016 to 2018. In this position, she was responsible for planning, creating, and producing training presentations for staff. She also managed contracts for meals, dorms, activity spaces, and classroom rentals, ensuring smooth operations during camp sessions.
Problem-Solving and Oversight
In her various roles, Rachel has overseen problem-solving during camp sessions, addressing significant issues involving students, parents, staff, or campus liaisons. She managed post-camp components, including the approval of approximately 2,000 Student Performance Reviews (SPRs) and handling parent issues, demonstrating her ability to navigate complex situations effectively.