Experience

EP Minerals

• United States
• Mining
• 1 - 100 Employee

• HR Manager

  • Aug 2018 - Present

  Reno, Nevada Area Strategic and hands-on role that provides full cycle Human Resources support to Cross-Functional Department Managers. Help align business objectives with employee and management, build a strong relationship with team leaders and management, serves as a consultant to management on Human Resources related issues, act as an employee champion and change agent, and access and anticipates HR-related needs.

• HR Project Manager

  • Aug 2016 - Present

  Reno, NV Human Resource projects management, training, recruiting, and organizational development for a global mining organization that is a worldwide leader in diatomaceous earth (DE), clay and perlite.



Human Resources Professional

• Human Resources
• 1 - 100 Employee

• HR Generalist, Manager, Recruiter, Trainer, Employee Relations and much more

  • Jan 1997 - Present

  Sparks, NV Talent acquisition, corporate firms and staffing agencies, interviewed/assessed 800 to 1000 applicants. Trusted advisor to managers: Experienced in working with Leadership teams to achieve corporate goals such as employee retention, reduction in turnover, and redundancy Demonstrated skills in employee relations, counseling and corrective action, EEO grievances, benefits administration, performance management and federal and state labor law compliance Administered employee bonus plan… Show more Talent acquisition, corporate firms and staffing agencies, interviewed/assessed 800 to 1000 applicants. Trusted advisor to managers: Experienced in working with Leadership teams to achieve corporate goals such as employee retention, reduction in turnover, and redundancy Demonstrated skills in employee relations, counseling and corrective action, EEO grievances, benefits administration, performance management and federal and state labor law compliance Administered employee bonus plan, employee compensation, workers’ compensation, updated employee handbooks, and legal compliance of employee work eligibility documents Established record keeping and reporting procedures, and development of Standard Operating Procedures . Oversight of employee projects, handbook production contract review and audits Coordinated company events, managed inventory, budgets and government reporting Supervised facility maintenance staff Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, Vizio, ADP/ HRB HRIS System, SAP, Kronos Instructed hundreds of adult learners in both corporate and educational environments Trained, coached and counseled managers with difficult employee relations issues Oversaw purchase or building of properties, interviewed and hired contractors, conducted inspections and documentation for 6 locations Show less



IntelliSource

• United States
• Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Employee Relations Manager - Consultant

  • Aug 2015 - Aug 2016

  Sparks, NV I work with a talented team of professionals to help ensure the development and success of multinational organizations; specializing in Fulfillment Center operations, productivity, employee relations, and efficiency. Provide HR consultation to Operations, Area, and General Managers to help oversee up to 300 associates to ensure production goals are met for a 975,000 sq. foot fulfillment center that ships an average of 100,000 units per month. Handle all employee related issues including EEOC… Show more I work with a talented team of professionals to help ensure the development and success of multinational organizations; specializing in Fulfillment Center operations, productivity, employee relations, and efficiency. Provide HR consultation to Operations, Area, and General Managers to help oversee up to 300 associates to ensure production goals are met for a 975,000 sq. foot fulfillment center that ships an average of 100,000 units per month. Handle all employee related issues including EEOC compliance, investigation of complaints, corrective actions, benefits, safety, coach and counsel employees in conflict resolution and performance management. Show less



IGT - International Game Technology

• HR Specialist II / Employee Relations

  • Nov 2014 - Jul 2015

  Reno, Nevada Area International Game Technology (IGT), Reno, NV 2014 to Present Leave administrator for over 3,500 employees, oversaw employee relations and special projects to facilitate standardization of processes globally. • Post-merger globalizing of HR Service Center, onboarding 100 countries into a global service model consolidating LOA processes for over 7,000 employees with $6 B in revenue • Established accurate LOA metrics and ratios for quarterly and annual reporting… Show more International Game Technology (IGT), Reno, NV 2014 to Present Leave administrator for over 3,500 employees, oversaw employee relations and special projects to facilitate standardization of processes globally. • Post-merger globalizing of HR Service Center, onboarding 100 countries into a global service model consolidating LOA processes for over 7,000 employees with $6 B in revenue • Established accurate LOA metrics and ratios for quarterly and annual reporting, allowing for better leave management, resulting in 52% decrease in claims • Led review of processes and revisions across HR Service Center knowledge base, resulting in adoption of IGT process models by acquiring company • Instituted benefits tracking and communication process for LOA employees, recuperating $3K to $5K in unpaid benefits and assuring future premium payment by employees on long term leave. Show less



GI Consultants

• Civil Engineering
• 1 - 100 Employee

• HR Specialist/Generalist

  • Jul 2013 - Nov 2014

  Reno, NV Generalist ensuring smooth operation within the human resources department. • Updated HRIS (Human Resources Information System) with ADP and payroll, running systems in tandem to assure accuracy • Established and maintained cohesive database that encompassed all data required for state and AAAHC audits with 100% pass rate • Worked closely with supervisors ensuring all annual training was completed to meet audit requirements for 200+ employees and to answer questions to help meet… Show more Generalist ensuring smooth operation within the human resources department. • Updated HRIS (Human Resources Information System) with ADP and payroll, running systems in tandem to assure accuracy • Established and maintained cohesive database that encompassed all data required for state and AAAHC audits with 100% pass rate • Worked closely with supervisors ensuring all annual training was completed to meet audit requirements for 200+ employees and to answer questions to help meet guidelines • Create reports, establishing metrics for improvement of process and procedures in benefits tracking, FMLA, and turnover. Tracked incorrect data in systems, identifying reasons for high turnover. Show less



Career College of Northern Nevada

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Student Placement Coordinator / Trainer

  • 2009 - 2013

  Sparks, NV Increased development of employer contacts by 50% within first year within the community, observed other teachers and classes; advised and ensured proper employment techniques used throughout all programs. • Established a strong externship community that provided needed experience for a student body of 700 • Leader providing training within departments supporting corporate placement goals, program changes, and updates increasing graduate employment rates by 32% • Developed general… Show more Increased development of employer contacts by 50% within first year within the community, observed other teachers and classes; advised and ensured proper employment techniques used throughout all programs. • Established a strong externship community that provided needed experience for a student body of 700 • Leader providing training within departments supporting corporate placement goals, program changes, and updates increasing graduate employment rates by 32% • Developed general education courses and taught 80 - 100 students per day Show less



Career Choices - Staffing Services

• Major Accounts Manager

  • 2007 - 2008

  Reno, NV Business to business development, successful in building customer base, worked in partnership with Recruitment Manager to place candidates



Appleone Employment Services

• United States
• Staffing and Recruiting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Account Executive

  • Oct 2006 - Nov 2007

  Sparks, NV The highest grossing direct hire recruiter for the office.



Fluke Biomedical Corporation

• Human Resources Manager - Contractor

  • 2002 - 2003

  Carson City, NV Enabled the merger of three separate companies under one corporate umbrella by implementing key HR initiatives and employee relations, played an active role in all areas of Human Resources Management including coaching management in employment law, conflict management, performance management and resolution in accordance with company policy • Succeeded in executing a streamlined process of communication between the corporate office and subdivision resulting in a more cohesive team • Played… Show more Enabled the merger of three separate companies under one corporate umbrella by implementing key HR initiatives and employee relations, played an active role in all areas of Human Resources Management including coaching management in employment law, conflict management, performance management and resolution in accordance with company policy • Succeeded in executing a streamlined process of communication between the corporate office and subdivision resulting in a more cohesive team • Played a key role in securing over $60,000 in state grants for employee training which resulted in improved productivity • Participated in ISO9002 Quality Management task force, which resulted in the company obtaining its ISO certification, continued this objective by working on the continuous improvement team, which succeeded in implementing an employee reward and recognition system – ensured passing of HR audit Show less



Jacuzzi Whirlpool Bath / Jacuzzi, Inc.

• United States
• Wholesale Building Materials
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Human Resources Generalist

  • Jan 1998 - Sep 2002

  Walnut Creek, CA Responsible for services to management and staff for all aspects of Human Resources, employee relations, conflict resolution, investigations and mediation, suggested plan of action to deal with employee issues. • Trained staff, explained policies, procedures, benefits and labor laws for employees and management • Maintained HRIS; provided analytical reports allowing HR to do metric reporting • Lowered recruitment costs by 50% by working with managers to bring this function… Show more Responsible for services to management and staff for all aspects of Human Resources, employee relations, conflict resolution, investigations and mediation, suggested plan of action to deal with employee issues. • Trained staff, explained policies, procedures, benefits and labor laws for employees and management • Maintained HRIS; provided analytical reports allowing HR to do metric reporting • Lowered recruitment costs by 50% by working with managers to bring this function in-house • Administered Workers’ Compensation claims, OSHA record keeping requirements, quarterly claims review with Third Party Administrator, Risk Manager, broker, and attorney • Rewrote 5 Employee Handbooks, Benefits Summaries, and Policy and Procedure manuals saving the company $8 to $10K by bringing services in-house • Audited benefits plans, and conducted health insurance open enrollment Show less



Omega Performance Co

• Human Resources Assistant / Office Management / Executive Assistant

  • 1994 - 1998

  San Francisco, CA Office management, Special events coordinator, executive assistant to CFO and HR Manager • Facilitated the implementation new HR/Payroll system from ADP to ProBusiness • Payroll administration for US and Canadian associates • Supervised and trained staff • Oversaw two contract and one full time employee