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Payson, AZ-based Melanie Baird-Simmons as Human Resources Manager
About the Company
The Town of Payson, nestled among the majestic mountains of the Mogollon Rim, a 7,000 foot, 200 mile long escarpment, is located at the intersection of State Routes 87 and 260, 90 miles north of the Phoenix metro area and 90 miles south of the City of Flagstaff. Payson, surrounded by the Tonto National Forest and the world`s largest stand of virgin Ponderosa Pines, is graced with spectacular natural beauty. At an elevation of 5,000 feet, the area enjoys a mild climate that accommodates year-round outdoor exploration. Residents and tourists alike enjoy snow covered, fragrant pine trees while cross country skiing in the winter and extremely pleasant temperatures in the spring, summer and fall while they hunt, fish or hike. As of the 2021 U.S. Census, the population of the Town of Payson was 16,516. Payson residents enjoy full-service public safety departments, a water utility, parks and recreation, library, and community development among other governmental services.
About the Person
Melanie Baird-Simmons is the Human Resources Manager at Town of Payson. Baird-Simmons, a native Washingtonian, moved to Payson from the Valley where she had worked with the Philosophy brand, which manufactures skin care, bath and body products. Before that, Baird-Simmons worked for McFarlane Toys/TMP International, Inc., a multi-media entertainment company that licenses and produces action figures as well as comic books, games, anime and movies. While working as the managing editor of comic books for TMP, the company appointed her the HR manager. She obtained a Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) certification and in 2012, a bachelor`s degree. With Payson, Baird-Simmons and the entire HR staff is tasked with taking care of employees and supporting their needs so they can better serve the citizens. The HR department recruits, hires, trains, administers benefits, coaches and councils, as well as keeps track of a massive amounts of paperwork required by law. In her off time, Baird-Simmons enjoys most outdoor activities, including kayaking, hiking, camping, fishing, gardening and photography. She also loves to cook, sew, craft and work on home improvement projects.
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