Experience

Bridges International, Inc

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

• Human Resources Director

  • Mar 2018 - Present

  Orlando, Florida Area HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR • Oversee all organizational personnel, compliance, employee relations, labor relations, staff development, and equal employment opportunity functions. • Counsel senior, mid, and front-line leaders on a range of employee relations/organizational matters. • Develop and execute mandatory and optional staff development, orientation, and training programs. • Supervise all individual personnel and workforce management actions, including new hires, promotions… Show more HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR • Oversee all organizational personnel, compliance, employee relations, labor relations, staff development, and equal employment opportunity functions. • Counsel senior, mid, and front-line leaders on a range of employee relations/organizational matters. • Develop and execute mandatory and optional staff development, orientation, and training programs. • Supervise all individual personnel and workforce management actions, including new hires, promotions, demotions, transfers, terminations, and/or layoffs as necessary. • Support performance assessments and management, corrective actions, dispute resolution, compensation, and employee classification, recruitment, and retention. Show less



Addison HVAC

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• HR Manager

  • Aug 2017 - Mar 2018

  Orlando, Florida Area • Directed the development and execution of short-/long-term operational objectives for the HR Department in alignment with the company’s strategic and operational plans. • Maintained up-to-date knowledge concerning all laws, regulations, and statutes governing human resource activities; engaged in and supported activities to ensure policy administration/compliance. • Advised managers and employees across five U.S. locations regarding all facets of HR, including issues and conflict… Show more • Directed the development and execution of short-/long-term operational objectives for the HR Department in alignment with the company’s strategic and operational plans. • Maintained up-to-date knowledge concerning all laws, regulations, and statutes governing human resource activities; engaged in and supported activities to ensure policy administration/compliance. • Advised managers and employees across five U.S. locations regarding all facets of HR, including issues and conflict resolution, all employee relations and performance management issues, and policy interpretation/compliance. • Aligned recruitment strategy, associated policies, and processes to support the successful recruitment and retention of high-performance personnel. • Coordinated employee-relations activities and programs, including employee counseling, new hire orientation, employee recognition, and policy interpretation. Show less



Filtration Group

• United States
• Manufacturing
• 300 - 400 Employee

• HR Generalist/Business Partner

  • May 2016 - Aug 2017

  Orlando, Florida • Expanded workforce to meet production needs; interpreted and communicated HR policies and procedures; supervised full-cycle recruiting. • Developed on boarding, management training, employee engagement, and incentive programs. • Maintained personnel records; processed payroll for local site; resolved workplace issues. • Ensured consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and programs. • Enhanced competitiveness and budget-adherence of the employee compensation… Show more • Expanded workforce to meet production needs; interpreted and communicated HR policies and procedures; supervised full-cycle recruiting. • Developed on boarding, management training, employee engagement, and incentive programs. • Maintained personnel records; processed payroll for local site; resolved workplace issues. • Ensured consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and programs. • Enhanced competitiveness and budget-adherence of the employee compensation structure. • Spearheaded process improvement in the development and implementation of an effective recruiting model for talent acquisition and retention. • Designed division-wide (1,500 employees) telework policy and procedures. • Initiated a structured training and development program for management, including monthly training, quarterly newsletter, and daily communications. Show less



Bridges International, Inc

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

• HR Recruiter and Administrator

  • Mar 2014 - May 2016

  Orlando, Florida Area • Performed human resources functions including recruitment, training, development, file management, and program support. • Guided the recruitment process for Florida-based operational and clinical positions. • Established recruitment measurements. • Maintained relationships with internal customers and external recruiters. • Assured statutory compliance with FLSA, COBRA, ERISA, FMLA, ADA, and other applicable legislation. • Supported the development and communication of… Show more • Performed human resources functions including recruitment, training, development, file management, and program support. • Guided the recruitment process for Florida-based operational and clinical positions. • Established recruitment measurements. • Maintained relationships with internal customers and external recruiters. • Assured statutory compliance with FLSA, COBRA, ERISA, FMLA, ADA, and other applicable legislation. • Supported the development and communication of employment policies and procedures. Show less



Kelly

• United States
• Staffing and Recruiting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Substitute Teacher

  • 2013 - 2014

  Orlando, Florida Area • Ensured confidentiality of student and school personnel information. • Enforced classroom control; delivered disciplinary actions. • Fostered a safe and positive environment for all students and staff to meet school/county policies. • Supervised the health, welfare, and safety of all students. • Monitored compliance to school and division regulations and policies. • Implemented lesson plans for effective instruction.



Orlando Science Center

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Human Resources Intern

  • Nov 2012 - Apr 2013

  Orlando, Florida Area Supported HR Director with all daily activities, including employee relations and staff training. Recruited, screened candidates for Hiring Managers. Provided support for several issues, including tobacco cessation, stress management, nutrition and fitness.



United States Air Force

• United States
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Area Supervisor/Trainer

  • May 2006 - May 2012

  Dayton, Ohio Area AREA SUPERVISOR • Directed security/law enforcement for 25,000 personnel, 3 separate air bases, 3 housing communities, and assets valued at $22B. • Collected and evaluated records related to AF security programs; collated/analyzed data and distributed results. • Supervised and trained employees; evaluated and documented work performance; drafted award packages and discipline letters. • Aligned military job descriptions for 30 essential positions with security standards to ensure… Show more AREA SUPERVISOR • Directed security/law enforcement for 25,000 personnel, 3 separate air bases, 3 housing communities, and assets valued at $22B. • Collected and evaluated records related to AF security programs; collated/analyzed data and distributed results. • Supervised and trained employees; evaluated and documented work performance; drafted award packages and discipline letters. • Aligned military job descriptions for 30 essential positions with security standards to ensure safety. • Operated radio, telephonic, Law Enforcement Automated Data System, and emergency 911 communications. • Maintained database to track incoming and exiting personnel, including pertinent records; conducted scheduling processes. EEO SPECIALIST • Investigated formal and informal harassment and discrimination complaints by interviewing witnesses. • Analyzed records; documented personnel actions and decisions to determine validity. • Provided recommendations for appropriate disciplinary action to correct the situation/mitigate risk. SECTION TRAINER • Optimized the training, guidance, and professional development of 150 security operations personnel. • Led high-quality training for groups of up to 25 participants. • Initiated development of automated database to track ancillary personnel requirements. Show less