Assitant Director

• Oct 2020 - Present

Business Operations Manager

• Oct 2008 - Oct 2020

Human Resources experience in all areas of HR, with emphasis on training, employee development and strategic leadership• Responsible for $5 million non-profit vocational training institute, including faculty, engineering, staff and contractors on two campus locations - MITAGS is a 2021 Center of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education (CoE).•. Workforce development partner with Washington State Ferries, Port of Seattle and various maritime companies • Successfully completed PATPAM2 Grant program to develop DOL Marine Engineering Apprenticeship • Recipient of ACCELerate Grant with the American Association of Port Authorities• Oversight of all operations, including simulation engineering, curriculum development, client relations, contracts, and regulatory. requirements• Collaborate and advise Senior Management team on HR issues, organizational development and people strategies• Manage instructional staff, faculty and industry consultants for maritime educational programs, operational research and special projects, including pilot exams and industry studies. • Program management of internationally recognized NSAP®, clients include oil majors, such as Shell and British Petroleum• Company liaison with domestic and international regulatory bodies (USCG, Transport Canada, DOL, IMO, WTECB)• Management representative for labor negotiations with collective bargaining unit• Manage client relationships with maritime companies, associations and industry groups• Primary lead on program development for federal grant awards (PATAM2)• Partner with Seattle Maritime Academy in program development for engineering• Oversight of Nationally recognized Apprenticeship Program (Workboat Mate Program)• Strategic development, metrics analysis, corporate strategic growth planning Show less

Manager, Marine Operations

• May 2007 - Oct 2008

• Manage Marine Recruiters • Manage the Safety Management System (SMS), safety & pollution prevention programs, policies, and procedures • Perform Environmental/SMS Internal Audits for the vessels and office • Manage Vessel Training Programs for seven US flagged passenger vessels • Responsible for creating Company Policies and Procedures including vessel security, operational and workplace safety, public health, environmental compliance and general reporting requirements. • Manage Company Employee Training and development program • Managed a successful and well-attended 2008 Senior Management Conference with a budget of $1.2 million, from the pre-planning stage through implementation. • Recruit Vessel Management positions, such as Captains, Mates and Engineers • Responsible for managing recruiting budget for all crew and officer hiring • Responsible for entire recruiting and on boarding process of new hires • Responsible for University Outreach and Recruiting Program • Assess risk management/complete investigations of marine casualties and Jones Act claims • Research and interpret guidelines and regulations from government agencies and regulatory bodies • Created policies and implemented procedures regarding vessel security, operational and workplace safety, public health, environmental compliance and general reporting requirements • Serve on the company’s training committee, participating in the development and oversight of training programs for corporate and vessel personnel • Company representative at governmental and marine industry conferences and meetings • Participated in the development of the Claims Management Manual and the revision of the claim information flow and tracking process for maximum efficiency and cost effectiveness • Analyze turnover and employment trends data. Prepare and deliver presentations and reports to management regarding human capitol trends Show less

Staffing Operations Manager

• Sep 2004 - Apr 2007

• Manage staff of 5 recruiting coordinators. • Responsible for the hiring life cycle from requisition creation, recruiting to on-boarding • Project Manager for the design, implementation & launch of new applicant tracking system • Responsible for budget oversight of applicant tracking system program and implementation • System Administrator responsible for ongoing success and maintenance of applicant tracking system • Provide ATS training company wide • Responsible for all staffing metrics & related data analysis, including EEO reports, quarterly forecasts, cost per hire, recruiting effectiveness and attrition • Develop & implement staffing policies and procedures • Partner with recruiters & hiring managers to develop successful recruiting strategies, job descriptions and compensation structures • Create & manage agency relationships, contracts & programs. • Manage Employee Relocation Program • Manage the staffing department workflow processes • Responsible for staffing & recruiting information on internal & external website • Oversee relationship with contingent staff MSP • Support the University Relations/College Recruiting functions through logistical support/planning, event coordination and project management. • Liaison with immigration law firm & internal clients for immigration issues including labor certifications, visa applications & relocation coordination.  Manage the Employee Referral Program  Manager all recruiting agency relationships while partnering with legal department to ensure compliance with company standards Show less

Marine Operations

• Jun 1998 - May 2002