Well-qualified leader with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further organizational goals and objectives. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Manager, Employee Relations
Rady Children’s Hospital - San Diego
12.2007 - Current
Responsible for management and oversight of Human Resource Partner team
While providing support and guidance to team, ensuring consistency and effectiveness in practice and support of employee relations function within the Human Resources department.
Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
Coordinated employee grievances and disputes in timely and professional manner by finding constructive solutions.
Provided expert guidance on labor laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks for the organization.
Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective talent management strategies and fostering a positive work environment.
Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.
Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive employee relations program.
Associate Director, Human Resources
San Diego State University
09.2004 - 06.2007
Responsible for the overall administration of the employment and benefits department within a heavily unionized environment
Responsible for the university’s staff classification, recruitment, employment transactions, performance evaluation and compensation programs
Provided guidance and resolution to a variety of staff employee relation matters
Provided campus feedback and insight for system wide contract negotiations and responded to related information requests
Responded to grievances at the campus level before being elevated to Chancellors Office
Addressed and resolved issues related to requests for ADA accommodation and employment discrimination complaints
Managed department budget
Supervised management and administrative support staff.
Director of Human Resources
Southwestern Community College District
07.2000 - 08.2004
Responsible for the administration of the District’s Human Resources Office
Responsibilities included administration of recruitment and selection, performance evaluations, classification and compensation for academic, classified and management personnel
Advise on matters pertaining to human resources including the interpretation and application of human resources policies and procedures and collective bargaining agreements
Served on District negotiation teams for collective bargaining
Coordinated and delivered training programs and informational presentations including new employee orientation and selection committee training
Served as Chair of Employer-Employee Relations Committee and administered assigned employee relations programs including the District’s Educational Incentive Program and Employee Recognition Programs.
Education
MBA - Human Resources
CSU, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
05.1993
Skills
HR policies and procedures
Employee Relations
Microsoft Office proficiency
Training and mentoring
Corrective Action Planning
Human Resources Operations
Compliance
Legal Compliance
Employee Onboarding
Staff Management
Performance Appraisal
Employee Retention
Training development
Background Checks
Policy Enforcement
Organizational Development
Leadership Development
Contract Negotiation
Labor Relations
Labor negotiations
Employee Engagement Strategies
Employee Recognition Programs
Leadership Training and Development
Coaching and Mentoring
Unemployment Claims
Bargaining Agreements
Negotiation Tactics
Union Negotiations
Certification
SHRM - Society for Human Resource Management certification, 2009-2022
Timeline
Human Resources Manager, Employee Relations
Rady Children’s Hospital - San Diego
12.2007 - Current
Associate Director, Human Resources
San Diego State University
09.2004 - 06.2007
Director of Human Resources
Southwestern Community College District
07.2000 - 08.2004
MBA - Human Resources
CSU, Long Beach
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources
San Diego State University
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