Alex Karl
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Dynamic HR leader with a proven track record in managing diverse teams and optimizing daily operations across multiple states (NC,SC,VA,FL,OH,RI). Recognized for strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and persuasive communication skills that foster an open and authoritative environment. Expertise in strategic planning, policy integration, and driving performance improvements. Committed to maximizing efficiency, enhancing employee satisfaction, and achieving significant cost savings for the organization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Business Partner
Community Based Care LLC
08.2022 - Current
- Supported upwards of 2200 employees across Multiple states and companies.
- Communicated and facilitated HR programs and initiatives at the division level.
- Assisted with the development and implementation of human resources policies and assists with interpretation.
- Coordinated post-acquisition HR related activities with a newly acquired company integration.
- Partnered with leaders to manage and resolve employee relations issues.
- Assist the HR VP and Chief HR Officer with talent review and succession planning for assigned divisions.
- Developed and enhanced recruitment practices by collaborating with the recruiting team
- Maintains compliance with federal and state employment regulations.
- Maintains and tracks relevant HR metrics.
- Reports, maintains and monitors all workers' compensation case files; follows up on open cases.
- Conduct exit interviews, analyze data and make recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Prepared company-wide OSHA form 300 postings and monitors duration of required postings.
- Ensured employee files remain in compliance with applicable legal requirements.
- Served as primary point of contact for and manages all leaves of absences, educating employees and managers on the leave process and related policies.
- Participates in the employee onboarding process.
- Assisted with the annual benefits Open Enrollment process.
- Creates ad-hoc reports.
Human Resource Business Partner / HR Generalist
K&W Cafeterias Corporate Office
05.2019 - 08.2022
- Responsible for the coordination of all human resource generalist functions for a restaurant chain with 30 locations and over 2300 employees. Directly responsible for HRIS system and payroll, employee relations & conflict resolution, training & facilitation, and safety compliance and worker’s compensation.
- Ensured fair and equitable treatment of employees and compliance with all applicable laws and company policies.
- Partnered with senior leadership to recommend and implement strategic human resources initiatives.
- Managed the HRIS system for payroll, employee records and business analytics.
- Oversaw the insurance claim process for the reporting and investigation of all customer incidents.
- Regional trainer for sexual harassment, employee safety, and HRIS system (NC, SC, VA).
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding benefits, policies, procedures, and other programs.
- Coordinated and interprets company policies for managers and associates to ensure consistent application and equitable employee relations.
- Coordinated all tasks for workers compensation and disability claims to include the investigation of all workplace injuries.
- Responsible for initial employee onboarding including administration and adjudication of background screenings.
- Managed unemployment claims and hearings.
- Conducted routine HR investigations, including employee relations matters, and escalated as appropriate.
- Mitigated organizational risk by ensuring compliance with applicable employment laws; consulted with legal counsel, where necessary, to effectively resolve issues.
- Lead and further assisted with various HR special projects and initiatives.
Rental Management Trainee
Ryder Truck Rental
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Handled the sales and processes for rental customers.
- Maintained current and accurate data within the marketing database.
- Generated rental, lease, and used vehicle sales leads.
- Managed all rental asset processes.
- Reconciled all customer concerns and questions.
- Maintained compliance with all regulatory agencies.
Education
MBA - Human Resources
Southern New Hampshire University
New H12-2026
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC05.2017
Skills
- Managing employee relations
- Coaching leadership
- Conducting employee surveys
- Recommending policy improvements
- Planning policy integrations
- Policy implementation
- Employee relations
- Organizational development
- Benefits administration
- Strategic planning
- HRIS management
Timeline
Human Resources Business Partner
Community Based Care LLC
08.2022 - Current
Human Resource Business Partner / HR Generalist
K&W Cafeterias Corporate Office
05.2019 - 08.2022
Rental Management Trainee
Ryder Truck Rental
09.2017 - 05.2019
MBA - Human Resources
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of North Carolina At Charlotte