Experience

Planned Parenthood Great Northwest, Hawai'i, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Human Resources Director - Employee Relations & Labor Relations

  • Mar 2021 - Present

  Seattle, Washington, United States Oversee the tactical administration of HRE programs including but not limited to, recruitment, employee relations, labor relations, total rewards, and shared services; Serve as a resource for employees who are seeking advice on resolving conflicts or other workplace concerns and works to ensure employees know how to report any potential violations of affiliate policies or employment law; Interpret policies and procedures, incorporating knowledge of state and federal employment laws, (ADA, FMLA,… Show more Oversee the tactical administration of HRE programs including but not limited to, recruitment, employee relations, labor relations, total rewards, and shared services; Serve as a resource for employees who are seeking advice on resolving conflicts or other workplace concerns and works to ensure employees know how to report any potential violations of affiliate policies or employment law; Interpret policies and procedures, incorporating knowledge of state and federal employment laws, (ADA, FMLA, EEO etc.); Provide recommendations to resolve complex employee or labor relations issues; Advise and guide managers on effective leadership and management practices, including performance management, labor relations, recognition, staff engagement and team morale; Manage investigations, claims, arbitration, and/or litigation; Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies. Show less



Ambipar Response | Witt O'Brien's

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Grants Administration & Monitoring Consultant

  • Oct 2020 - Mar 2021

  Washington, United States Assisted municipal entities maintain compliance with CFR Title 2 grants and agreements; Provided advice and counsel to municipal leaders regarding CARES ACT Treasury Department pass-through funding responding to the COVID-19 public health emergency; Monitored execution to ensure funding was utilized consistent with specified allowable use and grant policies outlined in grant agreements; Assisted in monitoring internal controls for grants and agreements to ensure accountability and prevent… Show more Assisted municipal entities maintain compliance with CFR Title 2 grants and agreements; Provided advice and counsel to municipal leaders regarding CARES ACT Treasury Department pass-through funding responding to the COVID-19 public health emergency; Monitored execution to ensure funding was utilized consistent with specified allowable use and grant policies outlined in grant agreements; Assisted in monitoring internal controls for grants and agreements to ensure accountability and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse; Supported client agencies with required reporting per agency policies and procedures; Supported agencies with audit compliance under 2 CFR 200 procurement and compliance standards. Show less



Workforce Development Council of Seattle-King County

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager - Monitoring & Policy/EO Officer

  • Jul 2019 - Aug 2020

  Greater Seattle Area Served as contract and compliance monitoring and policy lead for WDC; Policy development and implementation, and monitoring reviews, as required; RFP/RFQ development including identifying and writing parameters for requests for proposals, including proposal evaluation criteria, managing bidder and evaluation process; Developed policies and programs based on research and analysis; review, analyze and interpret laws, regulations and policies governing WDC programs; Interpreted and analyzed… Show more Served as contract and compliance monitoring and policy lead for WDC; Policy development and implementation, and monitoring reviews, as required; RFP/RFQ development including identifying and writing parameters for requests for proposals, including proposal evaluation criteria, managing bidder and evaluation process; Developed policies and programs based on research and analysis; review, analyze and interpret laws, regulations and policies governing WDC programs; Interpreted and analyzed legislative proposals and activities; Analyzed labor market information, demographic trends and community needs; Prepared results and recommendation reports based on findings and analysis; Program and Service Delivery Evaluation-Review service delivery methods and the quality of services provided; Provided recommendations and technical assistance; Contract Development-Assisted in identifying program metrics and performance measures; Negotiated contracts with service providers. Show less



Seattle Jobs Initiative

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Contracts and Compliance Manager

  • May 2017 - Jul 2019

  Seattle, WA Nonprofit contract management, program oversight, and contract compliance; Develop and write contracts with educational institutions, consultants, and other service providers; develop and write amendments to contracts when applicable; Manage contracts by analyzing data and recommending reprogramming for under-utilized funds; Serve as the point person for periodic contract compliance monitoring and assessment; Oversee Requests for Proposal/Requests for Qualifications (RFP/RFQ) to identify… Show more Nonprofit contract management, program oversight, and contract compliance; Develop and write contracts with educational institutions, consultants, and other service providers; develop and write amendments to contracts when applicable; Manage contracts by analyzing data and recommending reprogramming for under-utilized funds; Serve as the point person for periodic contract compliance monitoring and assessment; Oversee Requests for Proposal/Requests for Qualifications (RFP/RFQ) to identify procurement needs and appropriateness; Develop contracts/amendments with bulk-buy services providers for participants to access services such as housing and childcare; Analyze key requirements of government program grants or government and other funded contracts; Work in collaboration with all relevant parties to fully interpret, understand and articulate the requirements of grants and contracts; Conduct government contracts compliance reviews; Conduct annual contracts compliance reviews of all subcontractors to monitor subcontractors’ management of funds according to government grant guidelines and compliance with program rules specific to grants or contracts; Prepare compliance review reports for subcontractors that may include a Corrective Action Plan (CAP); Provide technical assistance directed at helping subcontractors correct any review findings; Develop and maintain an active schedule of compliance reviews and maintain communications with internal and external stakeholders. Show less



Federal Aviation Administration

• United States
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Federal Civil Rights Program Manager (DBE, ACDBE)

  • Nov 2014 - May 2016

  Greater Los Angeles Area Conduct investigations of civil rights violations; Conduct compliance reviews of grant recipients; Assure full implementation of core external civil rights functions, policies, procedures; Serve as the liaison to Civil Rights staff, managers and airport sponsors nationwide; Review DBE and Airport Concession DBE program materials to determine adherence to external Civil Rights principles and ACR policy; Conduct comprehensive on-site compliance reviews of external Civil Rights program functions;… Show more Conduct investigations of civil rights violations; Conduct compliance reviews of grant recipients; Assure full implementation of core external civil rights functions, policies, procedures; Serve as the liaison to Civil Rights staff, managers and airport sponsors nationwide; Review DBE and Airport Concession DBE program materials to determine adherence to external Civil Rights principles and ACR policy; Conduct comprehensive on-site compliance reviews of external Civil Rights program functions; Provide technical assistance to airport sponsors nationwide. Show less



First Congregational Church of Los Angeles/Pilgrim School

• Human Resources

  • Jul 2011 - Nov 2014

  Los Angeles, California Human Resources leadership



The Trevor Project

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Human Resources Director

  • Jul 2013 - Jul 2014

  West Hollywood, CA Provided human resources direction and leadership to The Trevor Project, a $6.2M non-profit organization with nationwide locations; Provided full cycle recruiting including applicant selection, interviewing with managers, new hire paperwork and training; Oversaw performance plans and formal performance management system; Oversaw employee relations; Ensured employees are properly trained and developed and their performance monitored and corrected as necessary; Provided leadership to staff in… Show more Provided human resources direction and leadership to The Trevor Project, a $6.2M non-profit organization with nationwide locations; Provided full cycle recruiting including applicant selection, interviewing with managers, new hire paperwork and training; Oversaw performance plans and formal performance management system; Oversaw employee relations; Ensured employees are properly trained and developed and their performance monitored and corrected as necessary; Provided leadership to staff in decision making and time management; Counseled managers regarding corrective actions; Performed administrative and personnel management functions for organization; Assisted in determining proper work locations; Oversaw the strategic planning process for HR; Served as a strategic advisor to Trevor’s Management Team on key organizational and management issues, including employment laws, company policies, current trends in personnel supervision, employment agreements and executive contracts, hiring, on-boarding, staff development, performance management, and retention; Met regularly with directors to review the status of personnel issues in their departments providing direct assistance to supervisors who needed support in handling employees; Addressed employee relations issues including conflict resolution and workplace investigations; Served as The Trevor Project’s representative at any meeting with the EDD, EEOC, DFEH or other mediation or legal meeting; Guided any managers or witnesses through the process; Established guidelines and performance expectations for entire staff; Resolved informal issues between managers and employees; Managed the relationship with benefit and insurance brokers, overseeing all negotiations for annual renewals; Maintained the compensation budget and work with department heads to stay within these constraints; Switched 4 offices from Paychex to ADP payroll and tracked paid time off. Show less



HROIC

• Human Resources Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Human Resources Consultant

  • Aug 2011 - Jun 2013

  Greater Los Angeles Area Provided human resources consulting services to businesses for a boutique consulting firm; Offered expert human resource services including advice regarding employee relations, AB1825 training, sexual harassment and discrimination investigations and organizational development strategies; Provided expert witness services; Provide employment-related support to the client M&A activities; Provided advice regarding labor law including grievances, contract negotiations, and labor management.



Parker Stanbury, LLP

• United States
• Legal Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Attorney

  • Jun 2004 - Aug 2011

  Los Angeles, CA Provided legal counseling to a large book of public and private sector businesses regarding California and Federal business, employment/labor, and contract law issues.