Julie Melton, Ed.D.
About Julie Melton, Ed.D.
Julie Melton, Ed.D., serves as a Talent Acquisition Partner at Inotiv since 2021, bringing extensive experience in educational leadership and human resources. Previously, she held roles as an Elementary Principal at Hazelwood School District for 17 years and as an HR Business Partner at Coolfire for a brief period.
Work at Inotiv
Julie Melton has been serving as a Talent Acquisition Partner at Inotiv since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for identifying and attracting talent to meet the organization's needs. Her expertise in recruitment processes supports Inotiv's commitment to building a skilled workforce. Melton's experience in education and human resources enhances her ability to connect with potential candidates and assess their fit within the company.
Previous Experience at Hazelwood School District
Prior to her role at Inotiv, Julie Melton worked for 17 years as an Elementary Principal at Hazelwood School District from 2004 to 2021. In this capacity, she was responsible for overseeing the educational and administrative functions of the school. Melton's leadership involved making fiscal decisions regarding the school budget, which required careful planning and resource management. She also communicated with various stakeholders in the school community, fostering collaboration and support.
Experience at Coolfire
Julie Melton briefly served as an HR Business Partner at Coolfire from 2021 to 2022. During her time in this role, she contributed to human resources initiatives and supported the organization's HR functions. Although her tenure was short, her experience in this position added to her overall expertise in talent management and organizational development.
Education and Expertise
Julie Melton holds a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership from Saint Louis University, which she completed from 1999 to 2002. She also earned a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Elementary Education from the University of Missouri-Saint Louis, studying from 1988 to 1992. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Elementary Education from the same university, completing her studies from 1993 to 1996. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both educational practices and leadership.
Mentoring and Communication Skills
In her professional roles, Julie Melton has experience in mentoring staff members as part of her human resources responsibilities. This aspect of her work involves guiding and supporting educators and staff in their professional development. Furthermore, she effectively communicates with all stakeholders in the school community, which is essential for fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring that the needs of students and staff are met.