Human Resources professional prepared to drive organizational success through effective people management and strategic planning. Expertise in employee relations, talent acquisition, and compliance, with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable outcomes. Adaptable and reliable, skilled in navigating dynamic environments and aligning HR strategies with business goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
McLaren Bay Region
02.2020 - Current
Coordinated with HR team locally, regionally, and corporately to manage HR functions.
Experience with several HR Systems to include PeopleSoft and Kronos
Collaborated with negotiating team to finalize three different union contracts.
Supported leave management for employees.
Consults with corporate on several projects to ensure system standardization.
Directed each phase of hiring process, encompassing employment verification, employee relations investigations, criminal background checks and onboarding.
Managed complex employee relations issues for a company of over 1400 employees, reducing legal risks and maintaining a positive work environment.
Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
Increased employee engagement with open communication channels and regular feedback opportunities.
Cultivated robust connections among human resources team members, promoting teamwork.
VICE PRESIDENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES / MANAGER
McLaren Caro Region (Formally Caro Community Hospital)
12.2008 - 11.2020
Responsible for human resources functions for around 100 employees, anywhere from leading teams and the organization to negotiating contracts and employee benefits while also organizing a variety of projects including wellness and employee activities committees.
Serves as a member of the Executive Team and works closely with the Board of Directors on corporate planning strategies.
Investigates updated employment regulations ensuring company compliance.
Works closely with Compliance to ensure proper provider and employee education.
Provides coaching and guidance to the Board of Directors, Leadership, and Employees.
Oversaw candidate interviews and facilitated hiring operations.
Consults with leadership in attempts to work with them to complete company wide projects.
Works diligently on company wide projects including but not limited to restructuring job descriptions and employee handbooks.
Collaborated with team to negotiate two separate union agreements.
Devised hiring and recruitment policies for a 100 employee company.
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
McLaren Caro Region and McLaren Thumb Region
02.2019 - 02.2020
Responsible for handling daily operations and strategic planning of both human resources departments responsible for over 500 employees while working closely with the regions Vice President to assure alignment of policies and procedures in the system.
Works with both hospitals Executive Team to ensure human resources input in strategic planning and hospital operations.
Contributed to completion of all union contract negotiations.
Coordinates strategies and programs to incorporate system standards for both hospitals.
Facilitated ongoing education for employees through collaboration with educational department.
Collaborates with internal team and regional HR to develop recruitment strategies.
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE ADMINISTRATION - HUMAN RESOURCE ADMINISTRATION
Central Michigan University
Mt. Pleasant, Michigan
08.2008
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Saginaw Valley State University
University Center, Michigan
05.2006
Skills
Compliance management
Records management
Human resources administration
Talent acquisition
Performance evaluation
Employee relations
Retention strategies
Workforce planning
Certification
SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional
PHR-Professional Human Resources
Awards
PHR: 2014-Present, SHRM-CP: 2017-Present, Child Advocacy Center Member: 2014-2017, Member of MHHRA : 2009-Present, Caro Hospital Auxiliary: 2009-Present, Presidential Scholarship Recipient: 2002 – 2006, Saginaw Valley State University Dean’s List (6 semesters), Caro High School Valedictorian: 2002
Timeline
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
McLaren Bay Region
02.2020 - Current
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
McLaren Caro Region and McLaren Thumb Region
02.2019 - 02.2020
VICE PRESIDENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES / MANAGER
McLaren Caro Region (Formally Caro Community Hospital)
12.2008 - 11.2020
MASTER OF SCIENCE ADMINISTRATION - HUMAN RESOURCE ADMINISTRATION
Central Michigan University
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT