Director of Human Resources

• Sep 2016 - Present

Responsible for the overall administration, coordination, and evaluation of the Human Resources function to support the Company's business strategy and our employees. Plan, develop, direct and/or manage company policies, recruitment, compensation, benefit programs, performance management, employee relations, and training. Identify legal requirements and government regulations affecting human resources functions and ensure that company policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance with… Show more Responsible for the overall administration, coordination, and evaluation of the Human Resources function to support the Company's business strategy and our employees. Plan, develop, direct and/or manage company policies, recruitment, compensation, benefit programs, performance management, employee relations, and training. Identify legal requirements and government regulations affecting human resources functions and ensure that company policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance with state, federal and local laws and regulations. Show less Responsible for the overall administration, coordination, and evaluation of the Human Resources function to support the Company's business strategy and our employees. Plan, develop, direct and/or manage company policies, recruitment, compensation, benefit programs, performance management, employee relations, and training. Identify legal requirements and government regulations affecting human resources functions and ensure that company policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance with… Show more Responsible for the overall administration, coordination, and evaluation of the Human Resources function to support the Company's business strategy and our employees. Plan, develop, direct and/or manage company policies, recruitment, compensation, benefit programs, performance management, employee relations, and training. Identify legal requirements and government regulations affecting human resources functions and ensure that company policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance with state, federal and local laws and regulations. Show less

HR Manager

• Jun 2007 - Sep 2016

•Provide human resources advice and counsel to owners, management and employees in the following areas: Employment Law, Benefits Strategy and Administration, Hiring & Firing, Employee Relations, Training & Development, Compensation, Performance Management •Created Employee Handbook and implemented policies and practices to ensure the company is in compliance with all federal, state and local laws for all areas of responsibility; assess the organizations’ legal liability in employment… Show more •Provide human resources advice and counsel to owners, management and employees in the following areas: Employment Law, Benefits Strategy and Administration, Hiring & Firing, Employee Relations, Training & Development, Compensation, Performance Management •Created Employee Handbook and implemented policies and practices to ensure the company is in compliance with all federal, state and local laws for all areas of responsibility; assess the organizations’ legal liability in employment practices & policies such as ADA, FMLA, anti-harassment and anti-discrimination practices, legal interviewing and selection procedures •Investigate and resolve routine and complex employee relation issues •Manage multiple projects effectively and simultaneously, such adapt quickly to evaluate and prioritize work to meet deadlines •Coach managers on employee development, discipline, documentation and termination procedures •Trained employees on OSHA requirements for a safe and compliant workplace •HR project manager •Perform various office manager responsibilities such as supplies, maintenance, and annual inspections Show less •Provide human resources advice and counsel to owners, management and employees in the following areas: Employment Law, Benefits Strategy and Administration, Hiring & Firing, Employee Relations, Training & Development, Compensation, Performance Management •Created Employee Handbook and implemented policies and practices to ensure the company is in compliance with all federal, state and local laws for all areas of responsibility; assess the organizations’ legal liability in employment… Show more •Provide human resources advice and counsel to owners, management and employees in the following areas: Employment Law, Benefits Strategy and Administration, Hiring & Firing, Employee Relations, Training & Development, Compensation, Performance Management •Created Employee Handbook and implemented policies and practices to ensure the company is in compliance with all federal, state and local laws for all areas of responsibility; assess the organizations’ legal liability in employment practices & policies such as ADA, FMLA, anti-harassment and anti-discrimination practices, legal interviewing and selection procedures •Investigate and resolve routine and complex employee relation issues •Manage multiple projects effectively and simultaneously, such adapt quickly to evaluate and prioritize work to meet deadlines •Coach managers on employee development, discipline, documentation and termination procedures •Trained employees on OSHA requirements for a safe and compliant workplace •HR project manager •Perform various office manager responsibilities such as supplies, maintenance, and annual inspections Show less

Corporate Benefits Consultant

• 2001 - 2003

•Partnered with in-business HR to communicate benefits information to employees and facilitate training of Motorola’s self-administered health and dental plan, plus all retirement benefits, including pension and 401(k). •Facilitated media presentations to Motorola employees for retirement benefits, MA&D transition benefits, Severance Plan benefits, and benefits annual enrollment. •Represented company as project leader on annual HMO evaluation and renewal process in conjunction with Towers… Show more •Partnered with in-business HR to communicate benefits information to employees and facilitate training of Motorola’s self-administered health and dental plan, plus all retirement benefits, including pension and 401(k). •Facilitated media presentations to Motorola employees for retirement benefits, MA&D transition benefits, Severance Plan benefits, and benefits annual enrollment. •Represented company as project leader on annual HMO evaluation and renewal process in conjunction with Towers Perrin to provide employees in larger U.S. cities with more than one medical plan option. •Project team member to research and propose annual benefits changes (e.g. PBM, maternity care) •Resolved escalation issues between Motorola employees and the benefits administration center in a fair and timely manner. •Primary U.S. contact between Benefits and Staffing Operations; updated recruitment and orientation materials to ensure accuracy of benefits information to incoming employees.

Recruitment Operations Manager

• 1997 - 2001

•Led team of 17 recruitments operations specialists to support all administrative tasks for all midwest recruiters over 5 locations. Developed and facilitated training for Midwest region recruiters on core processes of recruitment operations in preparation for OFCCP audit. •Documented the I-9 process and trained all U.S. associates to ensure proper compliance •Partnered with Motorola University to direct and lead cross-functional team that re-designed and facilitated weekly New… Show more •Led team of 17 recruitments operations specialists to support all administrative tasks for all midwest recruiters over 5 locations. Developed and facilitated training for Midwest region recruiters on core processes of recruitment operations in preparation for OFCCP audit. •Documented the I-9 process and trained all U.S. associates to ensure proper compliance •Partnered with Motorola University to direct and lead cross-functional team that re-designed and facilitated weekly New Employee Orientation at corporate headquarters. •Provided personal orientation and benefits counseling to new executives

Customer Service Supervisor & Trainer

• Jan 1994 - Oct 1997