Jamie Nelson
About Jamie Nelson
Jamie Nelson is a Manager of Workforce Planning at Highmark Inc., with a background in workforce planning and human resources across various organizations in the Greater Pittsburgh Area. Nelson has held multiple roles at Highmark Health and Giant Eagle, Inc., and holds a Master's degree in Applied Economics from Johns Hopkins University.
Current Role at Highmark
Jamie Nelson currently serves as the Manager of Workforce Planning at Highmark Inc. in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In this role, which began in 2021, Jamie oversees workforce planning initiatives and strategies, contributing to the organization's human resources objectives. This position builds upon previous experience at Highmark Health, where Jamie worked in various capacities related to workforce planning.
Previous Experience at Highmark Health
Prior to the current role, Jamie Nelson held multiple positions at Highmark Health. Jamie worked as a Senior Workforce Planning Analyst from 2018 to 2019, focusing on data analysis and strategic workforce initiatives. Additionally, Jamie served as a Workforce Planning Consultant from 2019 to 2021, where responsibilities included assessing workforce needs and developing planning strategies.
Experience at FedEx Ground
Jamie Nelson worked at FedEx Ground as an Analyst in HR Talent Acquisition from 2016 to 2018. In this role, Jamie contributed to the recruitment process and talent acquisition strategies, enhancing the organization's ability to attract and retain qualified candidates.
Educational Background
Jamie Nelson holds a Master's degree in Applied Economics from Johns Hopkins University, which was completed between 2018 and 2022. Additionally, Jamie earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Human Resources Management and Operations Management from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where studies took place from 2010 to 2014. Jamie also attended Knoch High School.
Early Career at Giant Eagle, Inc.
Jamie Nelson began a career in human resources at Giant Eagle, Inc., where various roles included HR Intern in 2013 and Associate Compensation Analyst for a brief period in 2014. Jamie also worked as an Organizational Development Specialist and HR Analyst focusing on Talent Acquisition and Development from 2014 to 2016, gaining valuable experience in workforce management and development.