Ellis County
Ellis County has announced the hiring of Jackie Schumacher as the new human resource coordinator. This is a new addition to the Ellis County staff that will bring some new opportunities in the recruitment, selection and retention of all employees.
“We are thrilled to have Jackie join our team. We believe she will enhance our commitment to our employees and help improve morale. She has a positive attitude, which will provide an all-around better experience to all employees starting day one," said Darin Myers, county administrator, said.
A native of Ellis County, Schumacher resides in Hays with her husband Chandler and two daughters, Giana and Mia. She brings more than 18 years of experience managing and leading operations, including human resource activities in several sectors.
Schumacher is “most excited to focus on, work with and serve Ellis County employees, enhancing their experiences so they are equipped to work with, serve and improve our community.”
Schumacher attended Fort Hays State University and earned a BBA in marketing, a certificate in leadership and most recently an MPS in Human Resource Management. A life-long learner, she also recently completed coursework through the Kansas Leadership Center. She is a member of the Society of Human Resource Management and the Western Kansas Human Resource Management Association.
“Darin and Sheriff Braun’s enthusiasm towards current employees, accomplishments thus far, and the vision for Ellis County during the selection process has made me very grateful to be joining the team during this exciting time, and I look forward to starting mid-September,” Schumacher said.