Director of Human Resources

• Dec 2016 - Present

Play a central role in forward planning and strategy development for the organization as a whole; Provide oversight of the agency’s approach to job evaluation to maintain consistency and fairness and assess appropriate methodologies for implementation; Provide guidance on the interpretation and application of HR policies and procedures within HR and across the organization. Critically assess and develop policies in line with internal and external influences; Develop a coordinated and consistent… Show more Play a central role in forward planning and strategy development for the organization as a whole; Provide oversight of the agency’s approach to job evaluation to maintain consistency and fairness and assess appropriate methodologies for implementation; Provide guidance on the interpretation and application of HR policies and procedures within HR and across the organization. Critically assess and develop policies in line with internal and external influences; Develop a coordinated and consistent approach to the way in which the agency engages with all staff directly and indirectly; Lead development of policies which promote equality & diversity across the organization. Benchmark and modernize terms and conditions, remuneration and benefits; Develop effective employee relations processes and foster a more inclusive; Administer, coordinate, and implement programs and policies; Deliver training programs; Serve as a professional subject matter expert in talent management, classification and compensation, employee relations, benefits, training, human resource information and metrics. Provide consultation, professional and technical guidance and support to departments; Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and County Laws.

Chief Human Resource Analyst

• Oct 2014 - Dec 2016

Human Resource Analyst

• Aug 2012 - Oct 2014

Contract Human Resources Generalist/ Recruiter

• May 2012 - Aug 2012

Acting as a HR Business Partner assisting with employee state and federal law compliance, changing and revamping current HR policy, creating company website, creating newsletters, accessing best practices for recruiting efforts and strategies, assisting the Senior HR Manager with the employee handbook, collective bargaining agreement between the union, and recruiting for Management level positions. Acting as a HR Business Partner assisting with employee state and federal law compliance, changing and revamping current HR policy, creating company website, creating newsletters, accessing best practices for recruiting efforts and strategies, assisting the Senior HR Manager with the employee handbook, collective bargaining agreement between the union, and recruiting for Management level positions.

Contract Human Resources Administrator

• Feb 2012 - May 2012

Administering all new hire paperwork and pre-employment screening, answering any questions related to new hires, benefits, compensation, and employee relations; handling 401(k) plan, short-term disability, and FMLA related duties; ensuring that employees and branch managers comply with company policies, state regulations, and federal laws in regards to employment; terminating employees out of the ADP Workforce system, entering new hires into ADP Workforce system, and assisting with any other… Show more Administering all new hire paperwork and pre-employment screening, answering any questions related to new hires, benefits, compensation, and employee relations; handling 401(k) plan, short-term disability, and FMLA related duties; ensuring that employees and branch managers comply with company policies, state regulations, and federal laws in regards to employment; terminating employees out of the ADP Workforce system, entering new hires into ADP Workforce system, and assisting with any other duties as noted by the HR Supervisor and HR Director. Show less Administering all new hire paperwork and pre-employment screening, answering any questions related to new hires, benefits, compensation, and employee relations; handling 401(k) plan, short-term disability, and FMLA related duties; ensuring that employees and branch managers comply with company policies, state regulations, and federal laws in regards to employment; terminating employees out of the ADP Workforce system, entering new hires into ADP Workforce system, and assisting with any other… Show more Administering all new hire paperwork and pre-employment screening, answering any questions related to new hires, benefits, compensation, and employee relations; handling 401(k) plan, short-term disability, and FMLA related duties; ensuring that employees and branch managers comply with company policies, state regulations, and federal laws in regards to employment; terminating employees out of the ADP Workforce system, entering new hires into ADP Workforce system, and assisting with any other duties as noted by the HR Supervisor and HR Director. Show less

Payroll Specialist

• Jun 2011 - May 2012

Oversees preparation of the University's bi-weekly payroll for all employees using Federal, State and other laws and regulations; process timely and accurate payments to all employees; withholds and submits all Federal and State taxes, garnishments, and child support payments; enter all adjustment timesheets and special payments; processes and transmits all Direct Deposits for employees Oversees preparation of the University's bi-weekly payroll for all employees using Federal, State and other laws and regulations; process timely and accurate payments to all employees; withholds and submits all Federal and State taxes, garnishments, and child support payments; enter all adjustment timesheets and special payments; processes and transmits all Direct Deposits for employees

Human Resources Assistant

• Nov 2008 - May 2011

Responsibilities: Assisted with completing the mission of the University Employment Office; Collaborated with departments to address current and future hiring needs and ensured that staffing plans achieved and maintained diverse staff representation; Developed and updated new and existing department position descriptions. Assisted in creating and sustaining a collaborative labor-management environment; Provided guidance to managers on various compensation issues; Helped departments develop… Show more Responsibilities: Assisted with completing the mission of the University Employment Office; Collaborated with departments to address current and future hiring needs and ensured that staffing plans achieved and maintained diverse staff representation; Developed and updated new and existing department position descriptions. Assisted in creating and sustaining a collaborative labor-management environment; Provided guidance to managers on various compensation issues; Helped departments develop current staff members’ capacity for growth and change throughout the employment cycle; Assisted units in implementing the University’s performance management program. Show less Responsibilities: Assisted with completing the mission of the University Employment Office; Collaborated with departments to address current and future hiring needs and ensured that staffing plans achieved and maintained diverse staff representation; Developed and updated new and existing department position descriptions. Assisted in creating and sustaining a collaborative labor-management environment; Provided guidance to managers on various compensation issues; Helped departments develop… Show more Responsibilities: Assisted with completing the mission of the University Employment Office; Collaborated with departments to address current and future hiring needs and ensured that staffing plans achieved and maintained diverse staff representation; Developed and updated new and existing department position descriptions. Assisted in creating and sustaining a collaborative labor-management environment; Provided guidance to managers on various compensation issues; Helped departments develop current staff members’ capacity for growth and change throughout the employment cycle; Assisted units in implementing the University’s performance management program. Show less

Human Resources Specialist

• Jul 2005 - Oct 2008

Provided general human resources services that involved recruiting and interviewing applicants; identified and recommended qualified candidates; creating and issuing ID badges; advertised for recruitment planning and executing of division wide job fairs; reviewed and ensured accurate documentation of personnel actions; handled new hire orientation administration and new hire paperwork; conducted pre-employment screenings and employment verifications, assisted with time sheets and payroll… Show more Provided general human resources services that involved recruiting and interviewing applicants; identified and recommended qualified candidates; creating and issuing ID badges; advertised for recruitment planning and executing of division wide job fairs; reviewed and ensured accurate documentation of personnel actions; handled new hire orientation administration and new hire paperwork; conducted pre-employment screenings and employment verifications, assisted with time sheets and payroll, explained and interpreted personnel policies and procedures; completed job audits and made sure personnel files were accurate and up-to-date; completed training documentation for relevant staff and any other duties assigned by the Human Resources/Staff Development Administrator Show less Provided general human resources services that involved recruiting and interviewing applicants; identified and recommended qualified candidates; creating and issuing ID badges; advertised for recruitment planning and executing of division wide job fairs; reviewed and ensured accurate documentation of personnel actions; handled new hire orientation administration and new hire paperwork; conducted pre-employment screenings and employment verifications, assisted with time sheets and payroll… Show more Provided general human resources services that involved recruiting and interviewing applicants; identified and recommended qualified candidates; creating and issuing ID badges; advertised for recruitment planning and executing of division wide job fairs; reviewed and ensured accurate documentation of personnel actions; handled new hire orientation administration and new hire paperwork; conducted pre-employment screenings and employment verifications, assisted with time sheets and payroll, explained and interpreted personnel policies and procedures; completed job audits and made sure personnel files were accurate and up-to-date; completed training documentation for relevant staff and any other duties assigned by the Human Resources/Staff Development Administrator Show less