Ashley Evans
Piscataway,New Jersey
Summary
Human Resources Practitioner with hands-on experience implementing employee relations standards and HRIS programs which address the organizational needs and capabilities while adhering to the mission and vision.
Experienced with managing employee relations, recruitment, and compliance. Utilizes strategic HR planning to align talent resources with organizational goals. Track record of enhancing team performance and fostering positive work culture through effective communication and conflict resolution.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manager (Full-Time)
Elizabeth Detention Center - CoreCivic
Elizabeth, NJ
11.2023 - 12.2025
- Provided guidance to management and staff on HR policies and procedures, making decisions, performing at a higher level of independence and professional skill using sound independent judgment meeting and performing Managerial duties.
- Managing all aspects of FMLA, ADA and LOA cases, including requests, response, tracking and reporting
- Supervising staff in performance of their responsibilities and evaluates as prescribed by facility and company policies. Including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training new employees, evaluating performance, and preparing written performance appraisals, addressing concerns, and effectively resolving disputes or issues, taking corrective or disciplinary actions.
- Managed and ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to Human Resources.
- Managing facility hiring process, applicant screening, interviewing, and selection in cooperation with appropriate management personnel. Ensuring adherence to company hiring practices, pre- and post-offer requirements and all workflows are processed timely and accurately.
- Managed employee relations, addressing concerns and resolving conflicts to maintain workplace harmony.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Provided expert guidance on labor laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks for the organization.
- Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive employee relations program.
- Conducted comprehensive HR audits to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations, mitigating risk of legal issues.
- Improved organizational culture by initiating diversity and inclusion programs.
- Streamlined HR reporting processes, enabling more efficient analysis and decision-making with improved data management practices.
- Facilitated conflict resolution sessions, fostering positive work environment and maintaining high levels of staff morale.
- Evaluated employee onboarding programs and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.
- Motivated employees through special events and incentive programs.
- Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
Human Resources Generalist
Connect One Bank
03.2022 - 10.2023
- Ensured all compliance platforms were adhered to regarding federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Responsible for sharing pertinent information with HR partners.
- Recorded hourly and salary payroll.
- Managed ATS recruiting inbox.
- Implemented search strategies for recruiting i.e. Open house, internal pipeline recruitment, succession planning and employment development.
- Actively participated in staffing related trainings to included Hiring managers to cross train internal and potential external candidates.
- Acting Benefits liaison
- Handled employee relations counseling with managers, given written recommendations while meeting compliance standards, as well as conducted exit interviews.
- Addressed and filed EEO-1 reports annually, maintaining reports and log to conform to employment laws and regulations.
- Administered compensation programs in accordance with corporate guidelines, updated job descriptions.
- Partnered with HR sub-divisions to support Onboarding, Webinars, and summer intern programs.
- Supported new hires navigation with HR Policy and procedures and Total Reward Packages.
Operations Coordinator
Atlantic Health System
12.2012 - 02.2020
- HRIS Software
- ADP
- Paylocity
- ICIMS
- PeopleSoft
- Talent Central
- Kronos
- As well as of various HRIS Platforms
Education
Masters - Human Resources Management
Strayer University
01.2023
Skills
HR policies and procedures
Employee relations
Corrective action planning
Human resources operations
Compliance
Legal compliance
Employee retention
Employee handbook development
Policy enforcement
Career development
HR analytics
Contract negotiation
Dispute mediation
Labor negotiations
Unemployment claims management
Grievance handling and redressal
Labor law compliance
HR leadership
Union relations
Employee engagement
Employee morale management
Recruitment life cycle
Problem-solving
Conflict resolution
Relationship building
Human resources department processes
Employee engagement strategies
Employee recognition programs
Coaching and mentoring
Policy improvement recommendations
Human resource management software HRMS
Confidential document control
Microsoft office proficiency
Labor relations
Timeline
Human Resources Manager (Full-Time)
Elizabeth Detention Center - CoreCivic
11.2023 - 12.2025
Human Resources Generalist
Connect One Bank
03.2022 - 10.2023
Operations Coordinator
Atlantic Health System
12.2012 - 02.2020
Masters - Human Resources Management
Strayer University