Brittani Collins
Riverside,CA
Summary
Dedicated professional eager to create and implement successful strategies to improve organizational efficiency. Adept at utilizing data analysis to provide insights into HR initiatives. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and committed to pursuing best practices related to employee development and retention.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Academic Personnel Analyst
School of Education University of California, Riverside
2023.06 - Current
- Lead the planning, analysis, interpretation, reporting and ongoing administration of Academic Personnel, Compensation & Classification, and Union Contracts
- Provide senior level support on compensation and classification
- Perform in-depth and complex analysis of existing and proposed campus policies and their effect on the school.
- Managed sensitive personnel issues with discretion, fostering a trusting work environment for all employees.
- Implemented performance management systems that aligned individual goals with organizational objectives, driving higher productivity levels.
- Recommended successful approaches to help resolve complaints with salaries and classifications.
HR & Academic Personnel Director
Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Sciences University of California, Los Angeles
2019.07 - 2023.06
- Collaborated with department managers to identify staffing needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.
- Provided guidance on matters related to employee relations while maintaining strict confidentiality when handling sensitive issues.
- Assisted with administration of bonuses, cash incentives for home offices and executive programs.
- Maintained strong working knowledge of Department of Labor's Fair Labor Standards Act and other regulations.
Health Sciences HR and Compensation Analyst
UCR Health, University Of California, Riverside
2018.10 - 2019.07
- Developed effective communication strategies, ensuring employees understand the value of their total rewards package.
- Delivered targeted advise on issues such as applicable employment regulations, compensation strategies, and internal systems to help companies update antiquated or ineffective approaches.
- Recommended successful approaches to help resolve complaints with salaries and classifications.
- Conducted audits of internal pay practices to identify areas for improvement and maintain compliance with labor laws and regulations.
Human Resources Manager
Student Affairs, University Of California, Riverside
2014.09 - 2018.10
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
- Coordinated all personnel related administrative activities and processes, including recruitment and retention, onboarding and offboarding, performance management and reviews, training and workforce development, salary and benefits administration, transfers, classification and compensation, equity reviews, records management, internal communications, budget planning and analysis
- Analyzed staffing needs in departments and organized work assignments for two administrative analysts
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Dual Employment, Special Projects, Subject Matter Expert
UCPath Implementation Team, University of California, Riverside
2016.05 - 2017.12
- Mentored junior team members, contributing to their professional growth and development.
- Established best practices for knowledge sharing, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Developed effective training materials for diverse audiences, resulting in improved skillsets and increased job satisfaction.
- Collaborated with management to identify and prioritize new development concepts.
Academic Personnel & HR Analyst
Department Of Computer Science, University Of California, Los Angeles
2013.09 - 2014.09
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing HR policies, recommending updates as needed based on best practices research findings.
- Improved accuracy of HR metrics reporting through robust data analysis techniques for informed decision-making purposes.
- Implemented effective training programs tailored to individual employee needs, boosting skillsets and job satisfaction.
- Enhanced internal communication channels through timely distribution of updates and policy changes across all departments.
Administrative Supervisor
Information Systems, University Of California, Los Angeles
2012.06 - 2013.09
- Responsible for the day to day management and coordination of all administrative, human resources, and payroll functions
- Oversight and review of multiple departmental budgets with management of accounting activities
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
Payroll Analyst
Campus Service Center, University Of California, Los Angeles
2009.03 - 2012.06
- Provided administrative, human resources, and payroll support to over 30 departments, working with an operational budget of roughly $45M
- Counseled employees and advised management on performance management solutions and other human resources management problems
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing employee inquiries about paychecks or withholdings, fostering positive workplace relations.
Manager, Human Resources
Target Corporation, Palm Desert
2006.03 - 2009.03
- Introduced new HR technologies that streamlined administrative tasks while increasing data accuracy and accessibility.
- Enhanced employee engagement by implementing innovative HR programs and initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of California, Riverside
03.2006
Master of Business Administration -
University of Phoenix, Culver City
06.2011
Skills
- HR policies and procedures
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee Relations
- Organizational Development
- Recruitment Strategies
- Compensation analysis
- Human Resources Management
- Training development
Timeline
Sr. Academic Personnel Analyst
School of Education University of California, Riverside
2023.06 - Current
HR & Academic Personnel Director
Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Sciences University of California, Los Angeles
2019.07 - 2023.06
Health Sciences HR and Compensation Analyst
UCR Health, University Of California, Riverside
2018.10 - 2019.07
Dual Employment, Special Projects, Subject Matter Expert
UCPath Implementation Team, University of California, Riverside
2016.05 - 2017.12
Human Resources Manager
Student Affairs, University Of California, Riverside
2014.09 - 2018.10
Academic Personnel & HR Analyst
Department Of Computer Science, University Of California, Los Angeles
2013.09 - 2014.09
Administrative Supervisor
Information Systems, University Of California, Los Angeles
2012.06 - 2013.09
Payroll Analyst
Campus Service Center, University Of California, Los Angeles
2009.03 - 2012.06
Manager, Human Resources
Target Corporation, Palm Desert
2006.03 - 2009.03
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of California, Riverside
Master of Business Administration -
University of Phoenix, Culver City
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