Christopher Matthews
Spanaway,WA
Summary
Human Resources Manager offering over ten years of management experience and development of high-performing teams through recruitment, training, organizational development and evaluation of performance. Strong record of accomplishment working with senior managers to build organization to meet performance goals. Strong background in directing hiring practices, designing pay structures, developing employee policies, managing employee payroll and benefits and working with executive team to develop talent acquisition and retention goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Human Resources
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County
Tacoma, WA
06.2023 - Current
- Conducts full cycle of recruiting process – including but not limited to posting open positions / job advertisements, screen and interview candidates, background screening, conduct new hire orientations and maintain all documentation and personnel records
- Work closely with Leadership to ensure we are coaching and developing our staff for continuous improvement and growth
- Work closely with management to ensure proper and adequate implementation and execution of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
- Manage all discipline, grievance and contract negotiation procedures
- Act as a liaison between management and employees to address and correct issues or concern
- Manage Worker’s Compensation Injury claims; conduct investigations, facilitate light duty assignments, return to work placements and progress claims to closure
Senior Human Resources Generalist
Washington State Bar Association
Seattle, WA
02.2021 - 05.2023
- Conducts full cycle of recruiting process – including but not limited to posting open positions / job advertisements, screen and interview candidates, background screening, conduct new hire orientations and maintain all documentation and personnel records
- Benefit implementation and administration
- Coordinate and plan employee meetings, parties and activities; such as Quarterly Associate Meetings, Summer events, Sporting event outings, Health Fairs, annual Holiday Parties and more
- Handle all Unemployment and Worker’s Compensation claims
- Administer all leave programs (Family Medical Leave, Washington Paid Family Medical Leave, organizational leave policies, etc.)
- Conduct employee training on new or updated policies & procedures
Human Resources Manager
Kent Security Services Inc.
North Miami Beach, FL
03.2018 - 11.2020
- Conducts full cycle of recruiting process – including but not limited to posting open positions / job advertisements, screen and interview candidates, background screening, conduct new hire orientations and maintain all documentation and personnel records
- Conduct employee training on new or updated best practices in the security industry. Also responsible for conducting eight hour security training course as outlined by Washington Department of Licensing.
- Handle all Unemployment and Worker’s Compensation claims
- Manage and track all attendance, discipline and grievance procedures
- Work closely with operation managers to review performance of their team and work to identify ways to motivate or develop them further
- Manage multiple HR team members and budgets across eight states (Florida, New York, New Jersey, Texas, Oklahoma, California, Oregon, and Washington)
Director of Human Resources
Crestwood Nursing Center
Palatka, FL
06.2014 - 03.2018
- Conducts full cycle of recruiting process – including but not limited to posting open positions / job advertisements, screen and interview candidates, background screening, conduct new hire orientations and maintain all documentation and personnel records
- Create and implement new Policies and procedures, including an Employee Handbook & Emergency Disaster Plan
- Conduct employee training on new or updated best practices in the healthcare profession. Also provided mandatory continuing education courses such as medication error prevention, HIV/AIDS prevention, dementia and memory care, and proper use of lift equipment.
- Processed invoices and payments in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Calculated and processed payroll for over 200 employees on a bi-weekly basis
- Conducted safety inspections of job sites and equipment to identify potential hazards and recommended corrective action
Education
High School Diploma -
Dixie County High School
Cross City, FLAssociate of Science - Nursing
Lake City Community College
Lake City, FLBBA - Business Administration
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLAssociate of Applied Science - Legal Studies
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WASkills
- Training And Mentoring
- Staffing Optimization
- Union Relations
- Benefits Administration
- Recruiting
- Policy And Procedure Development
- Employment And Labor Laws
- ADP
Certification
- Notary Public (License #: 21012238)
- Nursing Assistant Certification (License #: NC61435713
- OSHA General Industry Safety & Health Certification (License #: 26-900515992)
- Professional in Human Resources (License #: 600804316PHR)
Memberships
Society for Human Resources Management - North Central Florida Chapter 2015 - 2018
Society for Human Resources Management - Miami Dade Chapter 2018- 2019
Society for Human Resources Management - South Lake Union Chapter2019- 2021
Society for Human Resources Management - South Puget Sound Chapter2021- Present
Board of Directors - College Relations (2023)
Association for Animal Welfare Advancement 2023 - Present
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Human Resources
The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County
06.2023 - Current
Senior Human Resources Generalist
Washington State Bar Association
02.2021 - 05.2023
Human Resources Manager
Kent Security Services Inc.
03.2018 - 11.2020
Director of Human Resources
Crestwood Nursing Center
06.2014 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
Dixie County High School
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lake City Community College
BBA - Business Administration
University of Central Florida
Associate of Applied Science - Legal Studies
Tacoma Community College
- Notary Public (License #: 21012238)
- Nursing Assistant Certification (License #: NC61435713
- OSHA General Industry Safety & Health Certification (License #: 26-900515992)
- Professional in Human Resources (License #: 600804316PHR)
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