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Caroline Prieto

Summary

Dynamic Regional Human Resources Manager with extensive experience with HR regulations and fostering employee engagement. Successfully developed leadership programs and optimized recruitment strategies, significantly reducing time-to-hire. Proven ability to resolve employee relations issues with integrity while enhancing organizational culture through diversity initiatives.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Human Resources Manager

Oldcastle
03.2022 - Current
  • Human Resources support encompassing eight states (MN, WI, IL, IA, IN, OH, PA, NY).
  • Manage employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Conduct thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
  • Maintain accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
  • Maintain company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
  • Developed comprehensive onboarding programs to facilitate smooth integration of new employees into the organization.
  • Regularly analyzed workforce trends to proactively address potential skill gaps or staffing needs.
  • Motivated employees through special events and incentive programs/wellness programs.
  • Designed and executed leadership development programs, preparing high-potential employees for future management roles.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution sessions, fostering positive work environment and maintaining high levels of staff morale.
  • 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.
  • Championed employee wellness initiatives to improve job satisfaction and reduce absenteeism.
  • Evaluated employee onboarding programs and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
  • Reduced time-to-hire metrics by optimizing recruiting processes, utilizing technology, and streamlining candidate screening methods.
  • Supported business growth by aligning HR strategies with corporate objectives, fostering adaptable and high-performing workforce.
  • Established a partnership with legal counsel in order to provide resolution to any workplace issues in the absence of negotiation or mediation.
  • Implemented effective HR polices and procedures as they related to tuition and Personal Protective Equipment reimbursement, employee referral policy, etc.
  • Established strong working relationships with Leadership and staff. Fostering an ongoing, trusting and positive HR experience.
  • Travel requirements to visit sites in an effort to provide Human Resources support.

Senior Human Resources Regional Manager

Labor Solutions
05.2016 - 03.2022
  • Oversaw human resources functions across 7 states (MN, OH, WI, IL, KY, TX, IA totally 10,000 + employees.
  • Business partner to business leadership, providing advice, guidance and support on employee relations matters.
  • Conducted full cycle employee relations investigations from receiving a complaint to resolutions and follow up.
  • Timely and immediate response to employee issues encompassing gathering information, conducting interviews, analyzing evidence, making findings and implementing appropriate actions. While ensuring a fair and compliant process.
  • Established and maintained solid working relationships in every department and every level of leadership.
  • Remained updated on state and federal employment laws to better support each location.
  • Managed full cycle recruitment for internal positions by building partnerships with colleges, within the local communities and events.
  • Spearheaded company awareness through various strategic approaches such as, social media platforms, attending ob fair events, sponsoring recruitment events and supporting local charities.
  • Created training and development programs through a LMS which resulted in completion certifications.
  • Administered employee benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401K and PTO).
  • Managed and coordinated FMLA leave requests in accordance with federal law.
  • Provided ongoing employment law and compliance training for management and staff.
  • Maintained integrity and confidentiality of sensitive human resources personnel files/records.
  • Traveled and visited branches to provide in person HR support.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business

Columbia College, Chicago
Chicago, IL

Skills

  • Employee relations

  • Recruitment strategies

  • Benefits administration

  • Succession planning

  • Employee engagement

  • Human resources operations

Certification

  • PHR - Professional in Human Resources
  • Frontline Leadership Facilitator Certification

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Regional Human Resources Manager

Oldcastle
03.2022 - Current

Senior Human Resources Regional Manager

Labor Solutions
05.2016 - 03.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Business

Columbia College, Chicago

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