Human Resources Director

• Apr 2020 - Present

Human Resources Management Consultant, (PT) - Various clients in the DC metro area

• Nov 2013 - Present

COMPANY ADVISER: Work closely with clients as a trusted business partner to identify current and future needs of the business. Implement initiatives, plans, and programs to support achievement of business objectives. Analyze and modify compensation and benefit plans/policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with federal legal requirements. Advise senior leaders and managers on organizational HR matters such as recruiting, interviewing, performance management, training… Show more COMPANY ADVISER: Work closely with clients as a trusted business partner to identify current and future needs of the business. Implement initiatives, plans, and programs to support achievement of business objectives. Analyze and modify compensation and benefit plans/policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with federal legal requirements. Advise senior leaders and managers on organizational HR matters such as recruiting, interviewing, performance management, training, being effective leaders, employee engagement/retention, harassment, documentation for employee files and recommend any needed changes to current practices. Manage difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, mediating disputes, working on problem solving and administering disciplinary procedures and terminations. Prepare, plan, train and coach managers and HR staff on how to conduct proper new hire orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives/mission and to establish retention. Conduct audits of employee records. Conduct employee interviews and surveys to then provide quantitative and qualitative data to management. Plan, write, develop and deliver employee handbook, job descriptions and performance review systems. Evaluate HR processes and programs to ensure maximum business performance Show less COMPANY ADVISER: Work closely with clients as a trusted business partner to identify current and future needs of the business. Implement initiatives, plans, and programs to support achievement of business objectives. Analyze and modify compensation and benefit plans/policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with federal legal requirements. Advise senior leaders and managers on organizational HR matters such as recruiting, interviewing, performance management, training… Show more COMPANY ADVISER: Work closely with clients as a trusted business partner to identify current and future needs of the business. Implement initiatives, plans, and programs to support achievement of business objectives. Analyze and modify compensation and benefit plans/policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with federal legal requirements. Advise senior leaders and managers on organizational HR matters such as recruiting, interviewing, performance management, training, being effective leaders, employee engagement/retention, harassment, documentation for employee files and recommend any needed changes to current practices. Manage difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, mediating disputes, working on problem solving and administering disciplinary procedures and terminations. Prepare, plan, train and coach managers and HR staff on how to conduct proper new hire orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives/mission and to establish retention. Conduct audits of employee records. Conduct employee interviews and surveys to then provide quantitative and qualitative data to management. Plan, write, develop and deliver employee handbook, job descriptions and performance review systems. Evaluate HR processes and programs to ensure maximum business performance Show less

Human Resources Business Partner

• May 2019 - Apr 2020

Senior-level HR manager providing leadership for the full range of HR functions for a geographically-dispersed manufacturing company. Develop and implement HR strategy and support executive leadership in driving change. Provide short-and long-range HR planning, implementing effective practices to improve succession readiness and retention of top talent. Operations:Oversaw the on-boarding and new hire processes for 350 employees during recent company expansion into a new market… Show more Senior-level HR manager providing leadership for the full range of HR functions for a geographically-dispersed manufacturing company. Develop and implement HR strategy and support executive leadership in driving change. Provide short-and long-range HR planning, implementing effective practices to improve succession readiness and retention of top talent. Operations:Oversaw the on-boarding and new hire processes for 350 employees during recent company expansion into a new market. Recruited new talent and decreased the recruit-to-hire duration from 30 to 17 days. Talent Management: Identified competency, knowledge, and talent gaps in multiple markets. Built and implemented a new Applicant Tracking System. (ATS) Developed community partnership and Sourcing vendors to increase our tale pool. Strategic Planning: Partnered with Senior Leadership to plan and implement the full range of HR functions for over 300 employees during a company merger. Developed resource allocation models to accurately predict human capital needs. Provide leadership, guidance, and support for employee programs, practices, policies, and procedures. Function as the first point of contact for all employment-related concerns and issues for employees, managers,company leaders, and staffing agencies. Partner with other HR team members to address FMLA, worker’s comp, recruitment, and other needs for three different locations. Served as a key member during company Acquisition. Develop, implement, and maintain on-boarding and orientation programs for new employees and temps. Partner with CPO to create and execute company-wide learning strategies, programs, and training to meet organization objectives. Design and deliver training courses using various methods, including HRIS learning module. Built, implemented, and Manage annual performance review process. Instituted a formal performance management process that developed performance accountability into all levels of the process.

Talent and Development Manager

• Nov 2017 - Apr 2020

Manage full life cycle recruitment team (post, source, prescreen, schedule, background, references, offer, onboarding, etc.). Complete hiring process within defined metrics to minimize overall time-to-start. Develop appropriate marketing strategies, define roles and responsibilities of the hiring team, and develop service-level agreements to ensure an effective and efficient recruitment lifecycle while minimizing cost-per-hire. Develop and Maintain effective programs for retention, promotion… Show more Manage full life cycle recruitment team (post, source, prescreen, schedule, background, references, offer, onboarding, etc.). Complete hiring process within defined metrics to minimize overall time-to-start. Develop appropriate marketing strategies, define roles and responsibilities of the hiring team, and develop service-level agreements to ensure an effective and efficient recruitment lifecycle while minimizing cost-per-hire. Develop and Maintain effective programs for retention, promotion and succession planning. Provide professional expertise and support in the design, development and implementation of the talent review process that is required to achieve business goals and results in the creation of an internal bench of top talent. Research and assist in the development of performance management training programs that focus on enabling the workforce growth and reach organizational goals. Serve as a partner with hiring managers to develop effective sourcing and recruitment strategies that result in hiring the best candidates. Develop effective relationships within the organization and the hiring community to have influence and impact the recruiting process and hiring. Develop and implement creative and innovative sourcing strategies and techniques to build a pipeline of qualified candidates. Manage the maintenance and execution of the performance management system, including current job descriptions, standards of performance and performance evaluation instruments. Conduct presentations and training. Ensure that organization-wide talent management and PM initiatives are focused and aligned on improving operational and program goals. Provide advice and counsel to managers and supervisors regarding personnel practices, policy and employment laws.

Human Resources Business Partner I

• Sep 2014 - May 2019

Provide a broad range of comprehensive HR services, leadership, support, guidance and advice on recruitment, employee onboarding, employee engagement, personnel records, labor relations, performance management, benefits administration, leave management, organization development, training and in the Implementation of HR policies. Coach leadership HR best practices and Laws. Enhancing managers’ knowledge of the main HR principles and on DOL, FLSA, EEOC, ADA and guidelines. •Analyzed… Show more Provide a broad range of comprehensive HR services, leadership, support, guidance and advice on recruitment, employee onboarding, employee engagement, personnel records, labor relations, performance management, benefits administration, leave management, organization development, training and in the Implementation of HR policies. Coach leadership HR best practices and Laws. Enhancing managers’ knowledge of the main HR principles and on DOL, FLSA, EEOC, ADA and guidelines. •Analyzed complex Employee Relations issues and advise the Leadership Team on corrective actions, conflict resolution, team intervention, investigations, and performance improvement. •Conduct timely investigations, and collect supporting documents. Identify competency, knowledge and talent gaps. Develop programs and coordinate implementation to decreasing turnover, improving engagement, improving diversity and inclusion and enhancing employees’ overall organization’s cultural knowledge. Conduct bi-weekly new hire orientation presentations. Follow up with new hires through their 90 days to assure onboarding and integration to our culture is smooth. Manage HR transactional processes including all leave management, benefits enrollment, payroll, onboarding, and HRIS functions. Manage and developed the Volunteer and Student programs. Flexibility to respond to a range of different and difficult work situations. Created reports of licensure that are up for renewal. Notified employees and work with them to ensure we have their current information. Collected quantitative and qualitative data as part of engagement program. Coordinated company events - Employees Family Picnic, Holiday events employee engagements, and development events. Coordinated our uniform program. Prepared payroll and HRIS changes, notices of salary and status information Show less Provide a broad range of comprehensive HR services, leadership, support, guidance and advice on recruitment, employee onboarding, employee engagement, personnel records, labor relations, performance management, benefits administration, leave management, organization development, training and in the Implementation of HR policies. Coach leadership HR best practices and Laws. Enhancing managers’ knowledge of the main HR principles and on DOL, FLSA, EEOC, ADA and guidelines. •Analyzed… Show more Provide a broad range of comprehensive HR services, leadership, support, guidance and advice on recruitment, employee onboarding, employee engagement, personnel records, labor relations, performance management, benefits administration, leave management, organization development, training and in the Implementation of HR policies. Coach leadership HR best practices and Laws. Enhancing managers’ knowledge of the main HR principles and on DOL, FLSA, EEOC, ADA and guidelines. •Analyzed complex Employee Relations issues and advise the Leadership Team on corrective actions, conflict resolution, team intervention, investigations, and performance improvement. •Conduct timely investigations, and collect supporting documents. Identify competency, knowledge and talent gaps. Develop programs and coordinate implementation to decreasing turnover, improving engagement, improving diversity and inclusion and enhancing employees’ overall organization’s cultural knowledge. Conduct bi-weekly new hire orientation presentations. Follow up with new hires through their 90 days to assure onboarding and integration to our culture is smooth. Manage HR transactional processes including all leave management, benefits enrollment, payroll, onboarding, and HRIS functions. Manage and developed the Volunteer and Student programs. Flexibility to respond to a range of different and difficult work situations. Created reports of licensure that are up for renewal. Notified employees and work with them to ensure we have their current information. Collected quantitative and qualitative data as part of engagement program. Coordinated company events - Employees Family Picnic, Holiday events employee engagements, and development events. Coordinated our uniform program. Prepared payroll and HRIS changes, notices of salary and status information Show less

Human Resources Management Consultant (PT)

• Jan 2006 - Feb 2014

PERFORM FULL RANGE OF HUMAN RESOURCES AND Management duties including, but not limited to, plan, direct, and coordinate the HR administrative functions of the company, ensuring that all company policies and procedures are up to date in line with current employment law. Update company job descriptions when needed to reflect changing roles. Experienced interacting with all levels of management, advising top executives and managers on organizational policy matters and recommending needed changes… Show more PERFORM FULL RANGE OF HUMAN RESOURCES AND Management duties including, but not limited to, plan, direct, and coordinate the HR administrative functions of the company, ensuring that all company policies and procedures are up to date in line with current employment law. Update company job descriptions when needed to reflect changing roles. Experienced interacting with all levels of management, advising top executives and managers on organizational policy matters and recommending needed changes while tactfully dealing with difficult situations. Oversee HR budget and control costs to ensure HR stays within budgets. INITIATED AND INSTITUTED POLICIES: Developed proposed policy issuances, operating guidance and training materials. Coordinated the formulation and implementation of activities with other departments and entities as required. Ensured that proposals for revised policies and new initiatives would adhere to existing regulations and align with organization mission. Oversee the recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of new staff and consult with top executives on strategic planning. Provide advice and support in complex recruitment cases. Serve as a liaison between management and the employees, leading, coaching and supporting supervisors to ensure the success of their teams. Facilitate all orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives. Respond to employees issues in a timely matter. Exercise flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations while being able to develop and maintain effective working relationships at all levels. Show less PERFORM FULL RANGE OF HUMAN RESOURCES AND Management duties including, but not limited to, plan, direct, and coordinate the HR administrative functions of the company, ensuring that all company policies and procedures are up to date in line with current employment law. Update company job descriptions when needed to reflect changing roles. Experienced interacting with all levels of management, advising top executives and managers on organizational policy matters and recommending needed changes… Show more PERFORM FULL RANGE OF HUMAN RESOURCES AND Management duties including, but not limited to, plan, direct, and coordinate the HR administrative functions of the company, ensuring that all company policies and procedures are up to date in line with current employment law. Update company job descriptions when needed to reflect changing roles. Experienced interacting with all levels of management, advising top executives and managers on organizational policy matters and recommending needed changes while tactfully dealing with difficult situations. Oversee HR budget and control costs to ensure HR stays within budgets. INITIATED AND INSTITUTED POLICIES: Developed proposed policy issuances, operating guidance and training materials. Coordinated the formulation and implementation of activities with other departments and entities as required. Ensured that proposals for revised policies and new initiatives would adhere to existing regulations and align with organization mission. Oversee the recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of new staff and consult with top executives on strategic planning. Provide advice and support in complex recruitment cases. Serve as a liaison between management and the employees, leading, coaching and supporting supervisors to ensure the success of their teams. Facilitate all orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives. Respond to employees issues in a timely matter. Exercise flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations while being able to develop and maintain effective working relationships at all levels. Show less

Human Resources Specialist

• Jul 2011 - Nov 2013

• Provided a high level of confidential human resources support to the Cyber Intelligence division of TCS • Benefits administration and employee relations • Coordinated and delivered new hire orientation and corresponding paperwork • Facilitated and delivered divisional employee communications around policies/procedures, process changes, payroll issues, and expense reporting • Worked with employees in a geographically dispersed locations • Prioritized and managed… Show more • Provided a high level of confidential human resources support to the Cyber Intelligence division of TCS • Benefits administration and employee relations • Coordinated and delivered new hire orientation and corresponding paperwork • Facilitated and delivered divisional employee communications around policies/procedures, process changes, payroll issues, and expense reporting • Worked with employees in a geographically dispersed locations • Prioritized and managed multiple projects simultaneously • Prepared and modified a broad scope of confidential documents and correspondence • Coordinate with the accounting team on various charge codes and communicate the updates to the employees • Demonstrate high ethical and professional standards with all business contacts and peers • Worked with contracts department in the completion of 1099 agreements • Assisted employee with expense reports • Coordinated all Holiday gatherings and employee events for the Cyber Intelligence division of TCS Show less • Provided a high level of confidential human resources support to the Cyber Intelligence division of TCS • Benefits administration and employee relations • Coordinated and delivered new hire orientation and corresponding paperwork • Facilitated and delivered divisional employee communications around policies/procedures, process changes, payroll issues, and expense reporting • Worked with employees in a geographically dispersed locations • Prioritized and managed… Show more • Provided a high level of confidential human resources support to the Cyber Intelligence division of TCS • Benefits administration and employee relations • Coordinated and delivered new hire orientation and corresponding paperwork • Facilitated and delivered divisional employee communications around policies/procedures, process changes, payroll issues, and expense reporting • Worked with employees in a geographically dispersed locations • Prioritized and managed multiple projects simultaneously • Prepared and modified a broad scope of confidential documents and correspondence • Coordinate with the accounting team on various charge codes and communicate the updates to the employees • Demonstrate high ethical and professional standards with all business contacts and peers • Worked with contracts department in the completion of 1099 agreements • Assisted employee with expense reports • Coordinated all Holiday gatherings and employee events for the Cyber Intelligence division of TCS Show less

Human Resources Coordinator

• Mar 2008 - Jul 2011

EXPERT PHR (Professional HR Certification through SHRM): Manage and coordinate personnel activities to meet organizational business needs for over 200 clients in industries including, but not limited to, government contractors, construction, health care, hospitality, automobile and printing. Use expert knowledge of HR law and policies to support full life cycle approach to staffing, job analysis, recruitment, compensation, classification, employee relations, workforce planning and training… Show more EXPERT PHR (Professional HR Certification through SHRM): Manage and coordinate personnel activities to meet organizational business needs for over 200 clients in industries including, but not limited to, government contractors, construction, health care, hospitality, automobile and printing. Use expert knowledge of HR law and policies to support full life cycle approach to staffing, job analysis, recruitment, compensation, classification, employee relations, workforce planning and training activities for thousands of positions. BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION: Managed full range of activities for company benefits program. This includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance; short and long term disability; COBRA; Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Telework, Alternative Work Schedules; tuition assistance and retirement benefits. Enroll, maintain, terminate and execute changes. Primary liaison with insurance carriers, resolving complicated and challenging benefits issues. Conduct training on-site for client managers on preventing harassment; effective interviewing; hiring, disciplining and terminating employees; I-9; HIPAA; ADA; FMLA; FSLA; COBRA and E-Verify. Conduct orientation training for new employees and train employees on safe food handling and associated regulations. Edit and finalize offer letters, performance evaluations, non-disclosure and non-compete agreements, recommendations for FLSA audits and job descriptions. Provide expert advice and consultation regarding complex guidance, advice and information to managers and business owners on compliance, staffing, planning and HR operations. Serve as primary liaison between employees and supervisors. Successful in executing strategic vision by providing expert support, advice and consultation on key management initiatives for HR project management and related strategic initiatives. . Show less EXPERT PHR (Professional HR Certification through SHRM): Manage and coordinate personnel activities to meet organizational business needs for over 200 clients in industries including, but not limited to, government contractors, construction, health care, hospitality, automobile and printing. Use expert knowledge of HR law and policies to support full life cycle approach to staffing, job analysis, recruitment, compensation, classification, employee relations, workforce planning and training… Show more EXPERT PHR (Professional HR Certification through SHRM): Manage and coordinate personnel activities to meet organizational business needs for over 200 clients in industries including, but not limited to, government contractors, construction, health care, hospitality, automobile and printing. Use expert knowledge of HR law and policies to support full life cycle approach to staffing, job analysis, recruitment, compensation, classification, employee relations, workforce planning and training activities for thousands of positions. BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION: Managed full range of activities for company benefits program. This includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance; short and long term disability; COBRA; Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Telework, Alternative Work Schedules; tuition assistance and retirement benefits. Enroll, maintain, terminate and execute changes. Primary liaison with insurance carriers, resolving complicated and challenging benefits issues. Conduct training on-site for client managers on preventing harassment; effective interviewing; hiring, disciplining and terminating employees; I-9; HIPAA; ADA; FMLA; FSLA; COBRA and E-Verify. Conduct orientation training for new employees and train employees on safe food handling and associated regulations. Edit and finalize offer letters, performance evaluations, non-disclosure and non-compete agreements, recommendations for FLSA audits and job descriptions. Provide expert advice and consultation regarding complex guidance, advice and information to managers and business owners on compliance, staffing, planning and HR operations. Serve as primary liaison between employees and supervisors. Successful in executing strategic vision by providing expert support, advice and consultation on key management initiatives for HR project management and related strategic initiatives. . Show less

Administrative Assistant (Internship)

• Nov 2007 - Mar 2008

 PLANNED AND EXECUTED WIDE RANGE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIVITIES to ensure optimal effectiveness and efficiency of office operations. This included, but was not limited to, coordinating calendar, resear-ching and retrieving information, maintaining billing and daily time and attendance records. Leveraged strong communication and liaison skills to serve as a professional representative of International Waste Industries. Highly valued by managers for ability to work independently and with little… Show more  PLANNED AND EXECUTED WIDE RANGE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIVITIES to ensure optimal effectiveness and efficiency of office operations. This included, but was not limited to, coordinating calendar, resear-ching and retrieving information, maintaining billing and daily time and attendance records. Leveraged strong communication and liaison skills to serve as a professional representative of International Waste Industries. Highly valued by managers for ability to work independently and with little or no supervision, recognized for being responsible and trustworthy. Show less  PLANNED AND EXECUTED WIDE RANGE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIVITIES to ensure optimal effectiveness and efficiency of office operations. This included, but was not limited to, coordinating calendar, resear-ching and retrieving information, maintaining billing and daily time and attendance records. Leveraged strong communication and liaison skills to serve as a professional representative of International Waste Industries. Highly valued by managers for ability to work independently and with little… Show more  PLANNED AND EXECUTED WIDE RANGE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIVITIES to ensure optimal effectiveness and efficiency of office operations. This included, but was not limited to, coordinating calendar, resear-ching and retrieving information, maintaining billing and daily time and attendance records. Leveraged strong communication and liaison skills to serve as a professional representative of International Waste Industries. Highly valued by managers for ability to work independently and with little or no supervision, recognized for being responsible and trustworthy. Show less

Office Coordinator / Doctors Assistant

• Jan 2006 - Feb 2008

HUMAN RESOURCES (HR) ADVISOR on confidential matters: Recruited, hired and trained new employees while simultaneously providing expert administrative support to three busy dentists. INDEPENDENT DECISION MAKER / PROBLEM SOLVER: Made independent decisions within areas of delegated authority, discussing sensitive programmatic issues with management when appropriate. Developed proposed action plans to resolve critical business issues to gain support from management. Appropriately handled… Show more HUMAN RESOURCES (HR) ADVISOR on confidential matters: Recruited, hired and trained new employees while simultaneously providing expert administrative support to three busy dentists. INDEPENDENT DECISION MAKER / PROBLEM SOLVER: Made independent decisions within areas of delegated authority, discussing sensitive programmatic issues with management when appropriate. Developed proposed action plans to resolve critical business issues to gain support from management. Appropriately handled sensitive, highly confidential matters with discretion Show less HUMAN RESOURCES (HR) ADVISOR on confidential matters: Recruited, hired and trained new employees while simultaneously providing expert administrative support to three busy dentists. INDEPENDENT DECISION MAKER / PROBLEM SOLVER: Made independent decisions within areas of delegated authority, discussing sensitive programmatic issues with management when appropriate. Developed proposed action plans to resolve critical business issues to gain support from management. Appropriately handled… Show more HUMAN RESOURCES (HR) ADVISOR on confidential matters: Recruited, hired and trained new employees while simultaneously providing expert administrative support to three busy dentists. INDEPENDENT DECISION MAKER / PROBLEM SOLVER: Made independent decisions within areas of delegated authority, discussing sensitive programmatic issues with management when appropriate. Developed proposed action plans to resolve critical business issues to gain support from management. Appropriately handled sensitive, highly confidential matters with discretion Show less