Recruiter @ Vermont Electric Power Company (VELCO)

• Oct 2022 - Present

Global Human Resources Specialist

• Nov 2011 - Jun 2019

Responsible for supporting the day-to-day administration of the International HR function as well as the domestic benefit and compensation programs for Middlebury College and the Monterey Institute of International Studies.  Oversees day-to-day administration of International HR function managing all aspects of employment contracts, letters, and benefits for abroad employees; independent contractor agreements, and committee work.  Coordinates all aspects domestic job descriptions including process updates, reviews prior to posting, assisting managers in creation of well-written and compliant job descriptions, and updating web pages requiring post-offer, pre-employment screenings.  Provides back-up support for Compensation Specialist as needed, reviewing hiring proposals and updating job descriptions for band/level review.  Provides weekly back-up coverage for part-time Disability Specialist in the areas of FMLA, workers’ compensation and/or other disability issues. Responsibilities include documentation of injuries, database medical care updates, occupational health specialist appointments, required reporting, payroll processing, FMLA packet distribution and processing/issuing approvals. Show less

HR Generalist

• Dec 2009 - Nov 2011

Responsible for 100% of all human resources functions and shared responsibility for payroll functions. Scope of duties included: payroll, benefits, monthly employee newsletters, employee social and team-building events, recruiting, hiring, on-boarding, compensation, orientation, employee relations, training, terminations, workers' compensation, OSHA, wellness, and member of the safety committee. Responsible for 100% of all human resources functions and shared responsibility for payroll functions. Scope of duties included: payroll, benefits, monthly employee newsletters, employee social and team-building events, recruiting, hiring, on-boarding, compensation, orientation, employee relations, training, terminations, workers' compensation, OSHA, wellness, and member of the safety committee.

Human Resources Generalist

• Nov 2007 - Aug 2008

 Processed weekly Tax-Sheltered Annuities between payroll and Fidelity Investments  Completed various compensation surveys; analyzed jobs for exemption status and/or compensation requirements when duties changed significantly; performed annual benchmarking of jobs  Responsible for auditing bills and processing payments for various vendors  Performed a variety of other benefit and compensation functions as needed  Documented and assisted in development of Employee Recognition Programs Show less

Human Resources Generalist

• Dec 2006 - Nov 2007

* Consulted with management on topics related to staffing and employee relations; provided support on employment; recruitment and selection and onboarding issues; provided clarification of policies/procedures.  Provide coaching and training to individuals and teams to improve processes and workflow and to achieve personal and professional development goals.  Worked with employees and supervisors on dispute resolution.  Implemented HR strategies and programs. * Consulted with management on topics related to staffing and employee relations; provided support on employment; recruitment and selection and onboarding issues; provided clarification of policies/procedures.  Provide coaching and training to individuals and teams to improve processes and workflow and to achieve personal and professional development goals.  Worked with employees and supervisors on dispute resolution.  Implemented HR strategies and programs.

Meter Reader Supervisor

• 2000 - 2006

 Provided leadership to eleven off-site unionized employees in two districts located sixty miles apart. Managed the meter reading process to assure timely, accurate, efficient, and safe completion of meter reading, collections, and meter installations/removals. Maintained productivity reports and provided coaching and training to ensure accountability of employees Collaborated with four other supervisors to share resources and reduced overtime costs. Reduced meter reading overtime costs by 12% ($170,000) in 2002 and increased the savings in subsequent years through company-wide resource coordination. Acted as Safety Liaison for Meter Reading Department; Red Cross Certified to train new employees and community members in First Aid, CPR and AED; Coordinated with Safety to implement safety programs for meter reading; Represented CVPS and Safety Department at committee meetings. Show less

HR Generalist

• 1993 - 2000

 Managed HR functions for 400 operations employees at eleven locations in VT and NH. Advised management on personnel issues and how to achieve corporate HR objectives  Attracted high-performing individuals through targeted recruitment activities; facilitated new employee orientation; Assisted management with job description development. Ensured HR compliance with all state and federal employment laws. Participated in labor contract negotiations, grievance resolution and arbitrations; educated management regarding union organizing efforts. Assisted with HR policy design, administration, and interpretation; ensured compliance with all company policies and procedures. Coordinated performance planning, review, feedback and related incentive and performance measures; provided counsel on effective ways to maximize performance. Performed annual compensation reviews and reviewed requests for salary modifications; recommending appropriate actions. Assisted in the creation and maintenance of an Incident Review Committee to assure fair and equitable treatment of employees relative to safety violations. Personnel Technician experience included: applicant tracking, workers’ compensation administration, Department of Transportation (DOT) administration, 401(k), pension and health benefit administration. Show less

Personnel Technician

• 1991 - 1993

Human Resource Admin Assistant

• 1989 - 1991