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Brittany Gunnink, PHR

Brittany Gunnink, PHR

Aurora,CO

Summary

Talented HR leader with 11-year career overseeing human resources operations, including employee relations, organizational structuring and policy development. Well-versed in benefits administration and legal compliance. Forward-thinking with superior problem-solving, conflict management and organizational skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Business Partner

Paychex Inc
Aurora, OR
11.2023 - Current
  • Conducted performance reviews, managed employee relations issues, and provided guidance on policies and procedures.
  • Provided HR advice to managers on workforce planning, talent management, and organizational development.
  • Collaborated with department heads to ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
  • Facilitated workshops related to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
  • Created job descriptions for open positions based on business needs and requirements.
  • Coached managers on how to effectively manage their teams through communication strategies and feedback processes.
  • Identified areas of improvement in existing HR processes and developed solutions to increase efficiency or effectiveness of operations.
  • Assessed organizational structure design for optimal effectiveness in meeting business objectives.
  • Supported managers during disciplinary action meetings by providing guidance on legal implications of decisions made.
  • Diagnosed potential personnel issues to create action plans to eliminate complications.
  • Researched industry trends to inform compensation and performance strategies.

HR Manager/HR Business Partner

Bambee
Aurora, Colorado
05.2021 - 10.2023
  • Handle 500+ company's HR needs in 25+ states
  • Provided guidance on labor law regulations to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
  • Build onboarding processes and procedures to ensure their employees have a good experience when joining a company
  • Advised managers on how best to motivate employees and increase their satisfaction levels.
  • Implemented training programs for new employees and existing staff members.
  • Trained and advised managers with employee relations issues
  • Coach managers on how to conduct investigations compliantly and assist with next steps after investigation findings
  • Ensure terminations are low risk and documentation is complete regarding any performance issues with employees
  • Coach business managers on how to resolve employee issues and handle performance management
  • Write policies for legislation changes and general compliance
  • Create Job descriptions for a multitude of industries
  • Coach and guide business owners and managers through Leave of absence processes in multiple states
  • Coach business owners and managers on interactive process for accommodations requested by employees
  • Managed managers and supervisors and provided one on one training for best practices and compliance
  • Developed and implemented HR strategies to improve employee engagement and retention.

Talent Acquisition Coordinator & HR Generalist

AlloSource
Centennial, Colorado
06.2017 - 05.2021
  • Oversee all background checks for every new hire
  • In charge of hiring all Operations Processing Technicians - filled 6-15 positions monthly
  • Perform verification for employment or education if 3rd party vendor is unable to verify
  • Managed the onboarding process for new hires including completing all necessary paperwork, organizing orientation sessions, and providing support during the transition period.
  • In charge of full recruiting process from phone screen to new employee orientation
  • Completed OIG reporting annually
  • Build and maintain employee personnel files
  • Create upload files for payroll for new hire reimbursements, sign on bonuses, and other monetary bonuses
  • Assisted with ongoing diversity initiatives by researching best practices in the industry and staying abreast of current trends in Talent Acquisition.
  • Offer guidance to managers in the hiring process
  • Built and followed compliance for Affirmative Action plan
  • Assisted in EEO-1 reporting annually
  • Ensure terminated employee's paperwork was retained according to EEO retention guidelines
  • Provided administrative support related to employee records maintenance including updating applicant tracking systems with candidate information.
  • Researched competitive compensation packages in order to make appropriate salary offers that adhere to company policy.
  • Prepared offer letters for successful applicants according to established guidelines.
  • Monitored feedback from both internal stakeholders and external sources regarding recruitment activities.
  • Developed creative sourcing methods such as social media campaigns or referral programs aimed at increasing talent pool diversity.
  • Negotiated between talent and various agencies for contractual arrangements.

HR Administrator

Whole Foods
Denver, Colorado
10.2016 - 06.2017
  • Responsible for payroll processing for ten locations in four states
  • Assist with labor accounts and in making sure labor is transferred appropriately when necessary
  • Responsible for training stores on KRONOS time keeping system
  • Assist with process review and updates
  • Currently working with multiple teams in regional office to build better training program for entire region and ensure continuity
  • Responsible for accurate PTO payouts each pay period for all employees in my ten locations
  • Assist with Processes in Workday HRIS system
  • Maintained personnel records in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Reviewed timesheets for accuracy and completeness prior to processing payroll.
  • Researched discrepancies in payroll data and provided corrective action when needed.
  • Performed manual calculations for retroactive pay adjustments or special payments as required.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations regarding wage and hour compliance in for three states.
  • Provided timely customer service support to employees regarding questions about their paychecks or other payroll issues.

HR Generalist (Teammate Support Representative)

DaVita
Denver, CO
09.2015 - 10.2016
  • Assist employees in answering human resources related questions
  • Supported other HR teams with functions related to Leave of Absence, Compensation and Employee Relations
  • Employee relations, benefits, workman's compensation, HRIS, payroll, and retirement
  • Helped managers in entering promotions, demotions, transfers, and compensation changes into our HRIS system
  • Developed effective working relationships with team members across multiple departments.
  • Answered incoming calls and provided highest level of professionalism and knowledgeable service to every customer.
  • Offered resolutions to de-escalate calls and solve customer issues.
  • Navigated through computer systems to review information and respond appropriately to callers.

HR Generalist

Labs, Inc.
Centennial, CO
02.2014 - 09.2015
  • Responsible for onboarding new hires through entire process, Conducted exit interviews
  • Responsible for filling all positions at Colorado and Philadelphia locations, Assisted with implementing new Applicant Tracking System for company
  • Trained management team on new Applicant Tracking System, Implemented background check program
  • Implemented hiring guides to ensure hiring laws were followed
  • Built system for storing all interview notes
  • Assisted in training managers on proper interview questions and conversation to ensure compliance with state and federal hiring laws
  • Participated in HIPAA steering committee and assisted in conducting bi-yearly HIPAA audits in laboratory work space
  • Built and maintained HR dashboard containing all pertinent numbers for Board of Directors and executive teams
  • Assist in payroll processing, ensuring tax information is correct as well as all salary changes are processed in a timely manner
  • Acted as business partner to laboratory operations regarding HR related issues
  • Assisted with termination processes and documentation
  • Maintained HRIS system for accuracy
  • Acted as back up for processing all of payroll as well as doing audits before payroll submission bi-weekly
  • Assisted CEO in engagement surveys and action plans for low metrics
  • Assisted with major upgrade of ADP HRIS system including all data backups and audits through the process
  • Built reports in ADP for management to access
  • Assisted with FMLA tracking and Workman's compensation claims

Education

Associate of Science - Architectural Drafting Technology

Westwood College - Denver North
Denver, CO
12.2008

Professional in Human Resources (PHR) -

HR Certification Institute

Skills

  • Recruitment and Staffing
  • Benefits Administration
  • Employee Retention
  • Company Policies
  • New Employee Orientation
  • Performance Management
  • HRIS Software
  • Employee Benefits Management
  • Corrective Action Planning
  • Legal Compliance

Timeline

HR Business Partner

Paychex Inc
11.2023 - Current

HR Manager/HR Business Partner

Bambee
05.2021 - 10.2023

Talent Acquisition Coordinator & HR Generalist

AlloSource
06.2017 - 05.2021

HR Administrator

Whole Foods
10.2016 - 06.2017

HR Generalist (Teammate Support Representative)

DaVita
09.2015 - 10.2016

HR Generalist

Labs, Inc.
02.2014 - 09.2015

Associate of Science - Architectural Drafting Technology

Westwood College - Denver North

Professional in Human Resources (PHR) -

HR Certification Institute

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