Kennedy Barker
About Kennedy Barker
Kennedy Barker is a Human Resources Coordinator at Marcum LLP, where they have worked since 2022 in the San Francisco Bay Area. They have a background in Business Administration and Human Resource Management, with experience in recruitment and staff utilization analysis.
Work at Marcum
Kennedy Barker has been serving as a Human Resources Coordinator at Marcum LLP since 2022. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Kennedy's role is on-site and involves various HR functions. Key responsibilities include preparing and analyzing reports using Deltek Maconomy to enhance staff utilization and minimize non-billable hours. Kennedy also manages Paid Time Off (PTO) for all Northern California associates, ensuring coordination with managers for time approval. Additionally, Kennedy facilitates new hire orientations for California offices, ensuring compliance with state-specific regulations.
Education and Expertise
Kennedy Barker has a solid educational background in business and economics. Kennedy graduated from Fremont High School with a High School Diploma in 2018. Following high school, Kennedy attended West Valley College, where an Associate of Arts in Economics and an Associate of Science in Business Administration were earned, both completed in 2020. Kennedy furthered education at San Jose State University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Human Resource Management in 2022.
Background
Before joining Marcum LLP, Kennedy Barker gained valuable experience as a Human Resources Recruitment Intern at H.E.L.P. (Helping Everyone Live Purposefully) from 2020 to 2021. This role was remote and provided insight into recruitment processes. Kennedy's experience in HR has been complemented by academic studies, focusing on business and human resources, which laid the foundation for a career in human resources management.
Achievements in Recruitment and Coordination
In the role at Marcum LLP, Kennedy Barker collaborates with campus recruiters to enhance recruitment efforts through events such as Meet the Firms and Marcum's Summer Leadership Program. Additionally, Kennedy leads weekly scheduling meetings with Assurance Managers and Partners to optimize engagement and associate schedules. These initiatives contribute to the overall effectiveness of the HR department and the recruitment strategy at Marcum.