Elyssa Buckley
About Elyssa Buckley
Elyssa Buckley is an HR Operations Program Manager at Wizards of the Coast, with a background in talent acquisition and operations management at various companies including Samsung Next. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from San Jose State University and a Master's degree in Human Resources Management from National University.
Current Role at Wizards of the Coast
Elyssa Buckley serves as the HR Operations Program Manager at Wizards of the Coast, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and supporting cross-organizational transformation initiatives. She balances project schedules and team capacity while aligning with business goals.
Previous Experience at Samsung Next
Elyssa Buckley held multiple positions at Samsung Next, contributing to talent acquisition and operations from 2017 to 2021. Her roles included Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Talent Acquisition Operations Specialist, Senior Talent Acquisition Operations Specialist, and Talent Acquisition Operations Manager. These positions were primarily based in Mountain View, California, and Los Angeles, California.
Background in Human Resources
Elyssa Buckley has a solid educational foundation in human resources and psychology. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from San Jose State University in 2011 and a Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management from National University in 2017. This academic background supports her expertise in HR operations.
Experience in People Operations
Before her current role, Elyssa Buckley worked as a People Operations Manager at Cold Start from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, she founded EBM Consulting, where she focused on HR and talent acquisition operations from 2020 to 2022. Her diverse experience in people operations enhances her capabilities in managing HR functions.
Skills and Technical Proficiency
Elyssa Buckley possesses technical proficiency in various HR tools, including Greenhouse, BambooHR, and Gusto. She analyzes existing processes to drive continuous improvement and enhance operational efficiency. Her skills include balancing project schedules and fostering teamwork across departments.