Michele W.
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Stacey Phillips
Michele is a pleasure to work with. I have really appreciated benefiting from her ability to hit the ground running, learning new systems and processes and passing along her knowledge to others.
Stacey Phillips
Michele is a pleasure to work with. I have really appreciated benefiting from her ability to hit the ground running, learning new systems and processes and passing along her knowledge to others.
Stacey Phillips
Michele is a pleasure to work with. I have really appreciated benefiting from her ability to hit the ground running, learning new systems and processes and passing along her knowledge to others.
Stacey Phillips
Michele is a pleasure to work with. I have really appreciated benefiting from her ability to hit the ground running, learning new systems and processes and passing along her knowledge to others.
Credentials
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SHRM-CP
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CEBS
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PHR
HR Certification Institute - HRCI
Experience
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Independent HR Consultant
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Human Resources Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Human Resources Consultant
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Mar 2020 - Present
Human Resource Consultant providing customized support based on client needs. Serve as Interim HR Director/Manager for clients in a wide range of organization sizes, industries and stage from start-up to established fulfilling all HR needs for the organization. Human Resource Consultant providing customized support based on client needs. Serve as Interim HR Director/Manager for clients in a wide range of organization sizes, industries and stage from start-up to established fulfilling all HR needs for the organization.
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Human Resources Consultant
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Jan 2018 - Mar 2020
Human Resource Consultant developing and driving HR programs and services for external clients. Build relationships with clients and become a trusted advisor. Conduct HR compliance reviews/assessments for clients, identifying areas for improvement and recommend solutions. Develop HR toolkits to provide to new and existing clients. Identify legal requirements and government reporting regulations to ensure appropriate guidance of the policies, procedures and actions needed for compliance. Provide guidance to clients on applicable HR labor & employment laws. Assist in employee relations needs and provide advice on how to resolve. Create and update company handbooks, job descriptions, hiring & termination practices, performance management programs. Develop & conduct HR related training to client. Partner with client to provide solutions to positively impact clients HR programs, policies, and benefits. Show less
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Elevate Living
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United States
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Manager
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2014 - 2017
HR leader and strategic business advisor for the property management company with locations in 5 states. Lead HR strategy and execution in training, recruitment, employee relations, and legal compliance. Counseled leaders and staff on a variety of employment related issues. Transformed HR and built more stable workforce. Created and drove all total rewards, and managed and administrated benefits. ♦ Successfully defined and developed organizational expertise in all HR areas including HR operations, compensation & benefits, learning and organizational development. ♦ Compensation Administration: Developed compensation plan and pay structure to establish competitive edge in marketplace and enhance retention. Managed annual compensation analysis and recommendations. ♦ Formalized talent acquisition programs, expanded campus recruiting and internship program attracting talent. ♦ Benefits Management: Driver of the annual benefits plan renewal and design process resulting in minimal annual premium increases (5%-10% annually). Responsible for all aspects of employee benefits administration, communication, and compliance efforts. ♦ Maintained constant and open communication with field managers, ensured consistent and ongoing information exchange and meeting the needs of both the properties and corporate. ♦ Developed and implemented leadership succession planning, management training, employee development, and employee training. ♦ Performance Management: Created an organization-wide performance appraisal process and tools, and 360-degree feedback. Coached and trained the organization on appraisal process and delivery. ♦ Directed and oversaw HR projects for the entire organization. Projects included initiatives in all areas of HR including: Performance & Compensation-related, Compliance-related, Talent Management and Development, Recruitment, Culture and process. Show less
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HomeServices of America
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United States
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Real Estate
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100 - 200 Employee
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Human Resources
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2013 - 2014
Supported programs and services that managed risk, drove organizational performance, and created a productive work environment. This included development, implementation and support of HR programs and processes in the areas of employee relations, HR policy and compliance, talent acquisition, staffing, employee development and employee communications. Responsibilities included being an expert resource for field HR staff and management on employee relations issues and also on general HR programs and practices. ♦ Provided consultation, advice and interpretation of policies and procedures to all levels of supervisory staff and field HR representatives keeping them in compliance (30 companies in 25 states). ♦ Maintained constant and open communication with field HR representatives, ensuring consistent and ongoing information exchange and meeting the needs of both the managers and organization. ♦ Consulted with management and field HR staff concerning employee relations, legal issues, law/risk management, progressive discipline processes and approved terminations ensuring documentation was complete minimizing exposure to litigation. ♦ Assisted with and directly developed, administered and presented training programs relating to HR topics including sexual harassment and performance appraisals. ♦ Mergers & Acquisitions – worked through the pre-acquisition diligence process in acquiring the companies identifying areas of risk. Facilitate the integration process for a smooth transition bringing the companies into our organization. ♦ Ensured policies/procedures, employment actions and programs were in compliance with federal and state laws. Show less
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Human Resources Consultant
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2012 - 2013
Assist organizations with talent acquisition, new employee orientation, administration of benefit plans, COBRA, payroll, employee relations and terminations. Assist in managing worker’s compensation, unemployment, and leaves of absence. Work with management to develop policies and procedures and regarding staffing, training, and legal compliance. Assist organizations with talent acquisition, new employee orientation, administration of benefit plans, COBRA, payroll, employee relations and terminations. Assist in managing worker’s compensation, unemployment, and leaves of absence. Work with management to develop policies and procedures and regarding staffing, training, and legal compliance.
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Capstone Services, LLC
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Manager
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2011 - 2012
Created and developed policies, practices and processes for all areas of HR. Oversaw talent acquisition, new staff orientation and indirectly payroll. Served as the HR liaison regarding staffing, training, legal, and employee relations. Full benefit administration responsible for plan design, negotiation and administration of benefits: Health Reimbursement Plan, Dental, FSA, and 401(k). Administered flexible benefit plan, COBRA, terminations, worker’s compensation, and unemployment. Also served as the HR liaison regarding staffing, training, legal, employee relations, and terminations for restaurant with common ownership. Show less
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Education
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Augsburg University
BA
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