Chad A. Telford

Chad A. Telford is an experienced HR professional with a diverse background in talent acquisition and human resources management. Currently serving as the Talent Acquisition Program Manager for the State of South Dakota since December 2021, Telford previously held the position of HR Supervisor at the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, where team oversight included recruiting, staffing, and HR operations. Telford's extensive experience spans roles such as HR Contractor at Salo LLC, HR Business Partner Manager at Allianz Life, and HR Manager at Graco Inc., where significant contributions included strategic HR leadership and development initiatives. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and HR from the University of South Dakota and an MBA in Business Management and HR from Colorado Technical University.