Ann B. Wieland
NY
Summary
Human Resources professional with robust experience in talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management. Proven track record of fostering strong team collaboration and driving results through strategic initiatives. Skilled in conflict resolution, training and development, and organizational development. Adaptable and reliable, ensuring alignment with evolving business needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Manager
E.E. Cruz & Co., Inc.
12.2017 - Current
- Manage all human resources functions and employee life cycle including, but not limited to, personnel and performance management, new employee orientation, recruitment and retention, and employee relations for the New York and New Jersey offices
- Quickly established a relationship of trust and confidence with President and the executive team
- Participate in all involuntary terminations regarding preparation of severance agreement and coordinate payments, vacation payout distributions as well as conduct voluntary termination exit reviews
- Provide technical assistance to field and office personnel related to explanation of policies, procedures, benefits, and other inquiries
- Work closely with payroll concerning all pay increases, pay policies, short-term disability, wage garnishments, terminations, new hires, severance, and other personnel file maintenance issues
- Coordinate and administer division recruiting process inclusive of employment advertising, screening of resumes, arranging and participating in interviews and preparation of offer letters
- Prepare monthly EEO Workforce Utilization Reports for submittal to all owners
- Oversee annual performance review process to ensure all self-evaluations are completed, as well as all management reviews of same, encouraging positive messages, and assisting management with difficult messages
- Successfully managed the relocation of the EEC Corporate office from Manhattan, NY to Queens, NY, at the height of COVID, with few work interruptions
- Maintain safety training and certification matrix for entire workforce
- Assist with corporate benefit administration to include the enrollment process, employee inquiries regarding plan coverage
- Providing quarterly and annual HR Metrics to parent company
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
- Developed comprehensive onboarding programs to facilitate smooth integration of new employees into the organization.
- Provided expert guidance on labor laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks for the organization.
- Coordinated company-wide training programs to enhance workforce skills and promote professional growth.
- Distributed employee engagement surveys to identify areas of improvement.
- Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 200-employee company.
Senior HR Generalist
Tutor Perini Corporation
04.2007 - 12.2017
- Manage all human resources functions including, but not limited to, personnel and performance management, new employee orientation, recruitment and retention, and employee relations for the Civil Division East with offices in Jessup, Maryland and New Rochelle, NY
- Maintain employee database (JD Edwards) containing all employee data as well as hardcopy personnel files, inclusive of vacation and sick leave
- Manage substance abuse testing and employment background screening programs
- Enhanced company culture by organizing team-building activities, promoting open communication, and providing ongoing support to managers and employees.
- Established a relationship of trust and confidence with Division President and executive team
- Coordinate all company sponsored events such as the holiday party, annual meeting, and partnership meetings
- Served as a liaison between employees and management teams, addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing guidance on policies/procedures when needed.
- Provide various reports to senior management regarding salary, employee job site locations, promotions, employee special benefits
- Participate in all involuntary terminations regarding preparation of severance agreement and coordinate payments, vacation payout distributions as well as conduct voluntary termination exit reviews
- First point of contact for all work-related accidents/incidents
- Coordinated internship programs that provided valuable learning experiences for students while contributing skilled labor to the organization.
- Work closely with payroll concerning all pay increases, pay policies, short-term disability, wage garnishments, terminations, new hires, severance, and other personnel file maintenance issues
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of labor laws and regulations to ensure company-wide compliance with industry standards.
- Facilitated annual performance reviews that offered constructive feedback, setting goals for professional growth and development among staff members.
- Led special training courses such as yearly sexual harassment seminars.
Education
Certified Human Resources Professional -
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MDA.A. - Liberal Arts
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NYH.S. Diploma -
Earl L. Vandermeulen High School
Port Jefferson, NYSkills
- HR policies and procedures
- Employee relations
- Training and mentoring
- Human resources operations
- Compliance
- Labor relations
- Talent acquisition
- Onboarding and orientation
- Background checks
- Performance appraisal
- Company leadership
- Microsoft office proficiency
- Compensation and benefits
- Employee retention
- Workforce planning
Accomplishments
- Successfully rolled out Pinnacle, a learning and development training platform, which can be self-directed, or assigned.
- Sole HR professional supporting an employee base of 150, comprised of union and non-union personnel.
- Collaborated with team of 5 to plan, coordinate, and complete the physical relocation of three offices with two different employers, all requiring build-out and renovations.
- Developed and managed substance abuse testing policy and procedures
References
References upon request.
Certification
- Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) - Society for Human Resource Management. July 2023
- CPR/AED Certification - April 2024
- First Aid Certification - April 2024
- Leading HR - People & Culture Strategic Institute Nov 2024
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
E.E. Cruz & Co., Inc.
12.2017 - Current
Senior HR Generalist
Tutor Perini Corporation
04.2007 - 12.2017
H.S. Diploma -
Earl L. Vandermeulen High School
Certified Human Resources Professional -
Anne Arundel Community College
A.A. - Liberal Arts
Suffolk County Community College
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