Peter Swank
About Peter Swank
Peter Swank is the Deputy Director of Staffing (Strategy and Analytics) at MBTA, with extensive experience in talent acquisition, human resources, and project management.
Deputy Director Of Staffing (Strategy And Analytics) at MBTA
Peter Swank currently serves as the Deputy Director of Staffing (Strategy and Analytics) at MBTA. He has held the position since 2022. In this role, Peter leads project management, process improvement, and training teams using Agile/Sprint methodology. He coordinates hiring event administration and oversees logistics and volunteer management. Peter collects, analyzes, and reports hiring and recruiting metrics using tools like MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Tableau. Additionally, he administers NeoGov ATS, providing user and requisition management, training, and subject matter expertise.
Past Roles and Experience at MBTA
Peter Swank's tenure at MBTA began in 2021 when he worked as a Talent Acquisition Specialist in a remote capacity for seven months. Following this, he served as a Talent Acquisition Manager in a hybrid role for six months in 2022. These positions helped him build a foundation in staffing procedures and systems documentation.
Experience in Talent Acquisition and Human Resources
Peter Swank has a diverse background in talent acquisition and human resources. He worked at Vista Higher Learning as an HRBP/Talent Acquisition Specialist from 2020 to 2021 in a remote capacity. He also held the position of Director of Recruiting at MAK Technologies from 2019 to 2020 and served as a Human Resources Manager at Marriott Hotels from 2018 to 2019. During his time at these companies, Peter created and maintained intranet portals, coordinated employee engagement activities, and consistently improved process efficiencies.
Educational Background
Peter Swank has a strong educational background. He earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Capital Management & International Business from Bellevue University and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Information Systems from the same institution. He also completed postgraduate studies at Trinity College Dublin, where he studied Managing Risk and System Change. His education has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of human resources and business management.
Early Career and Specialized Roles
In his early career, Peter Swank worked at Corporate Payroll Services as the Director of Special Projects (Strategic HR) from 2013 to 2015. He served as VP of Development/COO at Fire Consulting International from 2001 to 2012. He also worked as a Detective at The Tamberlane Company for 11 years from 1995 to 2006. Beyond his corporate roles, Peter took on freelance/part-time positions as a Trainer/Career Coach at EC English Centers and BEST Hospitality Training from 2015 to 2020, working across multiple countries including Hungary, Romania, France, Ireland, and the USA.
Key Projects and Initiatives
Peter Swank has developed a comprehensive 300-page technical manual and a 100+ page online portal to document staffing procedures and systems. He created and maintained Staffing and Onboarding intranet portals using SharePoint to centralize resources and increase productivity. He also acts as a voice for introverted employees by surfacing issues and educating others on these matters.