Human Resources Director

• Sep 2018 - Present

Human Resources Director

• Sep 2018 - Sep 2018

Human Resources Manager

• Jan 2013 - Sep 2018

Director, Human Resources

• Jan 1999 - Nov 2012

Served as Human Resources Director for merit-shop, employee-owned company that is a provider of maintenance, construction, turnaround and plant services to the oil, gas, chemical, energy and manufacturing industries. Provided Human Resources leadership to 5500 employees, 75 locations in 15 states. •Served as a Strategic Business Partner to develop and implement overall company business strategy/plan. •Provided sound advice, guidance and leadership to all levels of employees… Show more Served as Human Resources Director for merit-shop, employee-owned company that is a provider of maintenance, construction, turnaround and plant services to the oil, gas, chemical, energy and manufacturing industries. Provided Human Resources leadership to 5500 employees, 75 locations in 15 states. •Served as a Strategic Business Partner to develop and implement overall company business strategy/plan. •Provided sound advice, guidance and leadership to all levels of employees regarding Human Resources issues and the employment relationship. •Contributed to company risk management by developing and administering sound organizational policies, procedures, guidelines and programs. •Proactively managed employee relations issues to effectively minimize the risk of legal exposure. •Successfully facilitated in-house dispute/conflict resolution processes. •Effectively and successfully responded to employment action charges from EEOC, DOL, etc. •Successfully served as the primary employer representative in negotiating and resolving employment-related mediations. •Collaborated effectively with legal counsel, when needed, to address employment issues and prepare defense strategies. •Effectively oversaw and managed all aspects of the Human Resources generalist function to include but not limited to talent acquisition, employment and on-boarding, compensation and benefits, employee relations, internal cultural development, corrective/disciplinary actions, employee engagement, organizational talent review and succession planning and performance management. •Effectively managed and supervised the Human Resources department staff. •Prepared and managed sound operating budgets that support organizational goals, objectives and values. •Effectively partnered with senior management to develop and implement organizational goals and strategic plans, change-management objectives and best practices for efficiencies and growth. Show less Served as Human Resources Director for merit-shop, employee-owned company that is a provider of maintenance, construction, turnaround and plant services to the oil, gas, chemical, energy and manufacturing industries. Provided Human Resources leadership to 5500 employees, 75 locations in 15 states. •Served as a Strategic Business Partner to develop and implement overall company business strategy/plan. •Provided sound advice, guidance and leadership to all levels of employees… Show more Served as Human Resources Director for merit-shop, employee-owned company that is a provider of maintenance, construction, turnaround and plant services to the oil, gas, chemical, energy and manufacturing industries. Provided Human Resources leadership to 5500 employees, 75 locations in 15 states. •Served as a Strategic Business Partner to develop and implement overall company business strategy/plan. •Provided sound advice, guidance and leadership to all levels of employees regarding Human Resources issues and the employment relationship. •Contributed to company risk management by developing and administering sound organizational policies, procedures, guidelines and programs. •Proactively managed employee relations issues to effectively minimize the risk of legal exposure. •Successfully facilitated in-house dispute/conflict resolution processes. •Effectively and successfully responded to employment action charges from EEOC, DOL, etc. •Successfully served as the primary employer representative in negotiating and resolving employment-related mediations. •Collaborated effectively with legal counsel, when needed, to address employment issues and prepare defense strategies. •Effectively oversaw and managed all aspects of the Human Resources generalist function to include but not limited to talent acquisition, employment and on-boarding, compensation and benefits, employee relations, internal cultural development, corrective/disciplinary actions, employee engagement, organizational talent review and succession planning and performance management. •Effectively managed and supervised the Human Resources department staff. •Prepared and managed sound operating budgets that support organizational goals, objectives and values. •Effectively partnered with senior management to develop and implement organizational goals and strategic plans, change-management objectives and best practices for efficiencies and growth. Show less

Human Resources Manager

• Aug 1997 - Jan 1999

Interfaced with 300+ employees which included 11 branches and a three-state territory. Was responsible for human resources functions which included recruiting, training and development, counseling, performance management, policy interpretation, etc. Interfaced with 300+ employees which included 11 branches and a three-state territory. Was responsible for human resources functions which included recruiting, training and development, counseling, performance management, policy interpretation, etc.

Employee Relations Manager

• Nov 1992 - May 1997

Interfaced with 450+ associates which included 123 branches and 15-state territory. Was responsible for employee relations functions including recruiting, training and development, counseling, performance management, administering salary/bonus programs, extensive involvement with EEOC and attorney representation. Interfaced with 450+ associates which included 123 branches and 15-state territory. Was responsible for employee relations functions including recruiting, training and development, counseling, performance management, administering salary/bonus programs, extensive involvement with EEOC and attorney representation.