Amanda Cordero
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Strategic Human Resources Executive with 20+ years of progressive leadership experience driving organizational success through people-focused initiatives. Proven ability to align HR strategy with business objectives, strengthen organizational culture, and lead high-performing teams. Expertise in employee relations, compliance, talent management, and organizational development, with a strong track record of improving engagement, retention, and operational efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Director of Human Resources
Ent Credit Union
03.2018 - 05.2025
- Provide executive leadership over HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and Leave Management functions, aligning HR strategy with enterprise goals.
- Lead complex legal and compliance matters, including EEOC and CCRD claims, employment litigation, and regulatory adherence.
- Spearhead enterprise-wide HR initiatives, including performance management transformation, organizational restructuring, and severance strategy design.
- Drive measurable improvements in employee engagement, retention, and turnover through targeted people strategies.
- Coach and develop senior leaders to strengthen leadership effectiveness and team performance.
- Implement cost-containment strategies related to workers’ compensation and oversee complex labor relations matters.
- Lead workplace investigations, delivering objective findings and actionable recommendations.
- Oversee onboarding programs and administration of leave policies, including FMLA, ADA, and disability programs.
Human Resources Director
Genesis Healthcare
08.2012 - 03.2018
- Directed full-spectrum HR operations supporting a workforce of 200+ employees.
- Developed and executed recruitment strategies to meet evolving workforce needs.
- Led training, onboarding, and leadership development initiatives across all organizational levels.
- Managed employee benefits programs and conducted compensation and market analyses.
- Guided employee relations strategies, including retention, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
- Ensured compliance with employment laws, managing unemployment claims, litigation support, and workers’ compensation cases.
- Oversaw payroll operations and ensured accuracy in tax reporting and compliance.
Human Resources Director
Sava Senior Care
10.2007 - 08.2012
- Managed HR operations for a workforce of 130 employees, including recruitment, benefits, and employee relations.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state labor laws, including OSHA regulations.
- Led risk management efforts, including workplace investigations, safety program implementation, and compliance monitoring.
- Oversaw departmental budgets and implemented cost-control measures.
- Represented the organization in hearings, audits, and employment-related investigations.
Education
Human Resource Management
University of Colorado
Skills
- Strategic HR Leadership
- Employee Relations & Investigations
- Employment Law & Compliance (EEOC, FMLA, ADA)
- Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- Organizational Development & Change Management
- Compensation & Benefits Strategy
- Leadership Coaching & Development
- Labor Relations & Risk Management
Timeline
Senior Director of Human Resources
Ent Credit Union
03.2018 - 05.2025
Human Resources Director
Genesis Healthcare
08.2012 - 03.2018
Human Resources Director
Sava Senior Care
10.2007 - 08.2012
Human Resource Management
University of Colorado