Cari McDonald
Modesto,CA
Summary
Dynamic Senior Human Resources Professional with a proven track record, adept at enhancing employee relations and streamlining recruitment processes. Skilled in compliance management and workplace investigations, I foster collaboration and drive organizational growth through effective communication and strategic initiatives. Committed to creating a positive workplace culture.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Human Resources Analyst
City Of Berkeley California
08.2022 - Current
- Conduct investigations into workplace complaints, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Support organizational growth by successfully negotiating multiple collective bargaining agreements.
- Collaborate with management to streamline recruitment processes, reducing time-to-fill for key positions.
- Develop and implement employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive workplace culture.
- Reduce instances of labor disputes by fostering open dialogue between management and staff members.
- Analyze trends in employment law, ensuring company compliance with relevant federal, state, and local regulations.
Senior Human Resource Specialist
City of Modesto
07.2018 - 01.2021
- Led recruitment initiatives, enhancing talent acquisition strategies and improving candidate quality.
- Advised management on employee relations issues, fostering a positive workplace culture.
- Managed leave of absence requests (FMLA, Workers' Compensation, Disability) ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
- Facilitated communication between employees and management regarding leave status and entitlements.
- Collaborated with payroll team to ensure accurate tracking of paid time off balances during leaves of absence.
Compliance Manager
RnK Associates Inc.
04.2016 - 07.2018
- Led compliance audits to assess adherence to regulatory standards and internal policies.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance staff understanding of compliance requirements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate compliance risks proactively.
- Strengthened company-wide awareness of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards through targeted trainings, presentations, and ongoing communication efforts.
Education
Master of Science - Legal Studies
National Juris University
Phoenix, AZ12-2021
Skills
- HR policies and procedures
- Employee relations
- Employment law
- Leave of Absence Management
- Collective bargaining
- Recruitment and selection
- Excellent communication
- HRIS proficiency
Timeline
Senior Human Resources Analyst
City Of Berkeley California
08.2022 - Current
Senior Human Resource Specialist
City of Modesto
07.2018 - 01.2021
Compliance Manager
RnK Associates Inc.
04.2016 - 07.2018
Master of Science - Legal Studies
National Juris University