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Summary

Human Resources leader with over 10 years of progressive HR experience. Ability to effectively lead, manage and deliver results to meet and exceed overall company goals and objectives with a focus on establishing practices that are scalable for future company growth. Experienced with HRIS and data-driven approaches to personnel management, benefits administration and organizational development. Record of success in improving engagement and retention.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

District Human Resources Manager

Gustavus Adolphus

01.2018 - Current

Responsible for the management of all HR functions within home/corporate office business unit and serves as Group HR Manager for two additional business units providing support and leadership to both field and home office
Ensures legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource federal and state requirements, conducting investigations, maintaining records, and serving as point of contact for other HR team members to reduce litigation
Guides management and employee actions by researching, developing, writing, and updating policies, procedures, methods, and guidelines
Conducts research and analysis of organizational trends including the review of reports and metrics; Creates presentations and communicates trends
Collaborates with senior leadership to create and implement organizational goals and strategies that improve retention and engagement
Responsible for the development, management and implementation of HR projects that have include: On-line learning platform revision; EEO-1 reporting; State specific onboarding compliance; E-Verify and I-9 adherence and training; Employee engagement surveys and focus groups; Employee assistance foundation; Diversity and Inclusion training; and Leadership training
Develop and sustain employee performance through consistent practices and partnerships with managers and communicates best practices to other HR Managers
Maintained company compliance with local, state and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
Drafted and implemented policies, procedures and employee handbook for over [Number] employees.
Implemented behavioral-based performance management system to define expectations, standards and key performance areas.
Designed [Type] employee engagement strategies to improve morale, retain talent and maintain business continuity.

Director of Human Resources

Elite PSOA, LLC And AD Works, LLC

01.2016 - Current

Assist entrepreneurial startup organizations with managing and developing HR department and company objectives that align business needs, core values, recruiting, and strategic goals
Work within leadership team to collaboratively set and execute long-term vision for Human Resource functions as well as the organization at large; drive organizational design and change management initiatives to help maintain high-performing, collaborative and innovative teams
Help maintain core values and ensure that all decisions, programs, and processes are aligned with culture and core values
Drive company-wide performance management program that help identify high and low performers, promotes and rewards excellence and drives continuous, transparent feedback across all disciplines
Build scalable learning and organizational development programs that aid in growing team capabilities and drive employee retention
Manage benefit and compensation plans including negotiations with brokers and ACA reporting
Provide coaching and feedback to leadership team and develop programs that prepare high-potential employees for management roles
Partner with leaders to understand and anticipate hiring and development needs; prepare updated workforce plans and forecasts that support overall business goals
Recruit top talent that align with workforce plans and objectives
Develop compensation packages; benchmark current benefits offerings and strategize for additional benefits to meet expected company growth
Improve the collection and use of people-related data (HRIS, ATS etc.) to aid in better decision making; develop key metrics to measure employee performance, engagement and retention
Ensure compliance to all related HR and employment laws for multi-state workforce
Respond to grievances, and partner with outside legal counsel to respond to EEOC claims

Regional Associate Relations Manager

Stein Mart, Inc

01.2011 - 01.2017

Led employee relations efforts for over 200 locations and over 5,000 employees across the United States including California
Managed team of 4 HR Business Partners and 1 Employee Relations employee in all aspects of employee relations
Reduced the need for outside legal counsel by 25%; reduced internal grievances filed by 50%; and reduced EEOC claims filed by 40%
Promoted twice within first 4 years
Properly investigated, documented, and organized facts and data while adhering to legal compliance guidelines
Provided objective and constructive guidance on the interpretation and application of company policies
Ensured compliance to all federal, state, and local employment regulations/laws including California
Coached, counseled, and educated employees and managers on matters related to conflict resolution, harassment, discrimination, diversity and inclusion and other Title VII related topics
Worked closely with Store Managers, District/Regional Directors, Corporate Vice Presidents and CEO to set strategies, discuss on-going employee relations issues, and consult on HR legal or compliance matters
Identified and analyzed company-wide concerns to develop strategies and implement solutions
Wrote, edited, and approved policies and SOPs
Responded to EEOC investigations
Promoted diversity initiatives and succession planning for store operations
Partnered and reported directly to General Counsel

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Human Resource Management

University of South Carolina

MBA - Human Resource Management

Troy University

Skills

HRIS: Workday & Paycor
Compliance & Reporting
Leading remote teams
Employment & Labor Law
Employee Relations

Financial Acumen
Training and Development
Succession Planning
Total Rewards
Diversity & Inclusion

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