Barry Hirschman, MLER, Veteran, PHR in

Barry Hirschman, MLER, Veteran, PHR

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Director Human Resources Operations and Support Services at New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA)
📍 New York City Metropolitan Area, United States

Barry Hirschman is a strategic human resources executive with over 20 years of experience driving transformation in high-growth government and public organizations. Currently the Director of HR Operations at NJEDA, he holds two Masters degrees from Rutgers University. Colleagues describe him as decisive, knowledgeable, and strategic.

Outside of his professional capacity, Barry is a proud military veteran and an active member of the NJEDA Military Community Employee Networking Group. Recommendations from colleagues frequently highlight his supportive nature and great sense of humor, underscoring his role as a respected mentor.

As a military veteran, he was recently honored to co-lead a 9/11 moment of silence for the New Jersey Economic Development Authoritys board.

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Experience
13 Years
Current Role
Director Human Resources Operations and Support Services
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
New York City Metropolitan Area, United States
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HR Transformation
He leverages HR technology and data-driven analytics to reshape people strategy and improve organizational performance across enterprises.
Talent Acquisition
He has led talent acquisition for the Americas at major corporations like DB Schenker and Linde, overseeing thousands of annual hires.
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Career

Work history

10-2023
Director Human Resources Operations and Support Services
New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA)
9-2022 - 8-2023
Head of Talent Acquisition, Americas
DB Schenker
2-2022 - 9-2022
Director, Human Resources North America at GEODIS
GEODIS
1-2020 - 2-2022
Human Resources Consultant
Consulting
2-2012 - 12-2019
Head of Talent Acquisition, Americas / Head of HR Bulk Division (Dual Role)
Linde
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Education
Master of Labor and Employment Relations
Rutgers University
Master of Human Resources Management
Rutgers University
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