Brett M. Bartels

Piney Flats,USA

Summary

Experienced Human Resources leader with a diverse background and a keen eye for progress, evolution, and change management. Focused on maximizing organizational potential to achieve goals, mission, and objectives while maintaining strict adherence to policy and law. Strong foundation in compliance, negotiation, development, strategy, and cross-departmental engagement to ensure a team approach that overcomes obstacles and drives success.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Personnel

Paramount Mfg LLC

Abingdon, VA

03.2024 - Current

Managed the Human Resources and Training Department for the Company, which covered two locations with a combined labor force of over 700 employees
Expanded the initial requirement of the position to increase the responsibilities and capabilities of the role
Reduced attrition across all departments and all facilities by instituting multiple recruiting and retention strategies. 55% reduction in eight months
Modernized Human Resources processing, software and procedures to decrease all processing times
Re-structured multiple departments to create needed metrics for effective and targeted recruitment
Developed the company training program for new hires and leadership positions to meet rigid standards
Trained, mentored and educated the Human Resources and Training staff to ensure effective communication when delivering information, formal and informal methods
Created multiple wellness programs throughout the employee lifecycle to foster a stronger company culture
Led efforts to ensure compliance with FMLA, ADA, PWFA, USERRA, unemployment rebuttals and legal mediations for various incidents across the company
Created a support group for military veterans to increase mental health options for servicemembers
Developed the company EAP to provide various resources for the labor force
Customized an internal employee evaluation system to accommodate the unique need and capabilities of the labor force.
Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
Reduced process gaps while supervising employees to achieve optimal productivity.
Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
Utilized compliance tools, corrective actions and identification of deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.
Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
Developed comprehensive process for new hires and reviewed new hire productivity, optimizing onboarding effectiveness.
Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.

Human Resource Director (Career Planner) - Master Sergeant

4th Marine Division

Various Locations

08.2000 - 08.2024

Directly led 30 program managers who provide services for 25,000 personnel. Provided leadership through coaching, mentorship and guidance tailoring the leadership approach to individual needs.
Expert in multiple applicant database/tracking systems (ATS) that maintains records, reports and logs pertaining to individual applicants. Further utilized the system to conduct data analysis on populations and manpower needs throughout the organization that was crucial in developing recruiting and retention strategies.
Utilize VISIO progress mapping to identify production bottlenecks and redundant actions. Modifying processes to increase efficiency and reduce unnecessary redundancy.
Led multiple teams throughout the US using a virtual environment that fostered learning, development, critical thinking, problem framing and work/life balance.
Expert in utilizing Microsoft Office to synthesize data between various data mediums to ensure standard application of metrics.
Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
Enhanced community outreach to bring in new candidates, highlight programs and meet targets.
Established and oversaw clear guidelines about procedures and success metrics.
Counseled clients one-on-one regarding current situation, desires, aptitudes, education, and employment history.

Education

Masters of Professional Studies - Human Resources and Employment Relations

Pennsylvania State University

01.2015

Bachelors of Science - Business Administration

Kaplan University

01.2012

Skills

Lean Six Sigma principles
Compensation analysis
Training department development
Task management
Talent acquisition
Salary negotiation

Labor law compliance
Policy development/implementation
Statistical data analysis
Workforce engagement strategies
Employee retention strategies
Strategic workforce planning

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