Teal Smerlinder
About Teal Smerlinder
Teal Smerlinder is an Onboarding Specialist at REEF in New York, New York, with experience in various roles including Operations Supervisor and Bike Train Operator at CITIBIKE. With a background in training and orientation, Smerlinder facilitates sessions for new employees and collaborates with management to enhance onboarding processes.
Work at REEF
Teal Smerlinder has been employed at REEF as an Onboarding Specialist since 2021. In this role, Smerlinder facilitates orientation sessions for new employees at ten different locations, focusing on positions such as ebike and van drivers for a major online grocery delivery service. Smerlinder also plays a key role in scheduling training sessions for new hires, ensuring they receive information about pay rates, benefits, and perks. Additionally, Smerlinder collaborates with upper management across North America through various communication channels to enhance the onboarding process.
Previous Experience
Prior to joining REEF, Teal Smerlinder held multiple positions in various organizations. Smerlinder worked at CITIBIKE as a Bike Train Operator from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, Smerlinder served as an Operations Supervisor at REEF for five months in 2020. Other roles include Food Service Specialist at Whole Foods Market for one month in 2018, Sales Representative & Corporate Trainer at Allure Marketing Group from 2017 to 2018, and Office Assistant at DECK Monitoring from 2012 to 2013.
Education and Expertise
Teal Smerlinder studied at Portland State University, where Smerlinder earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Social Sciences and a minor in English from 2003 to 2008. This educational background supports Smerlinder's expertise in communication and training, which is evident in the role at REEF, where Smerlinder collaborated with the Director of Training to overhaul the Orientation and Training Program.
Onboarding Responsibilities
In the role of Onboarding Specialist at REEF, Teal Smerlinder is responsible for assisting new employees with essential paperwork, including i9 forms, as part of the onboarding process. Smerlinder creates and maintains spreadsheets and documents to track and organize information crucial for organizational use. This attention to detail ensures that new hires are well-informed and prepared for their roles.
Communication and Collaboration
Teal Smerlinder works closely with upper management at REEF across North America. This involves various communication methods, including meetings, conference calls, emails, and team chats. Smerlinder's role requires effective communication skills to ensure that new employees receive the necessary training and information to succeed in their positions.