Daniel Rios
Waukegan,IL
Summary
Dynamic HR professional skilled in developing training initiatives and managing employee relations. Successfully implemented organizational change initiatives that improved operational efficiency and team cohesion, fostering a positive work environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Human Resources Manager
Army
Great Lakes, Illinois
05.2004 - Current
- Developed and implemented HR policies aligning with military regulations and standards.
- Managed recruitment processes for various Army positions and specialized roles.
- Facilitated training programs to enhance employee skills and leadership capabilities.
- Oversaw employee relations, addressing concerns and resolving conflicts effectively.
- Conducted exit interviews to gather feedback and improve retention strategies.
- Collaborated with legal advisors on compliance with employment laws and regulations.
- Led diversity initiatives promoting inclusion within the workforce environment.
- Handled sensitive employee and company information with highest level of confidentiality and discretion.
- Maintained employee records in accordance with company policy and applicable legal requirements.
- Created job postings, tracked applicants and maintained applicant database.
- Identified, screened and interviewed potential employees.
- Directed HR programs, policies and processes to improve operational efficiency.
- Evaluated current HR processes and recommended changes when necessary to improve efficiency.
- Organized orientation sessions for new hires and provided them with onboarding information.
- Encouraged open communications, promoting positive and pro-employee work environment.
- Held exit interviews and documented information discussed with employees.
- Facilitated communication between management and staff by conducting regular meetings to discuss concerns or suggestions.
- Resolved conflicts between different departments or personnel using sound judgment to maintain a harmonious work environment.
- Provided HR consultation services to leadership and department heads.
- Reviewed job descriptions regularly to ensure accuracy of duties assigned to each position.
- Compiled reports to provide management with accurate information and comply with policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state and local employment laws.
- Investigated employee relations matters through interviews with involved parties to ensure a fair resolution.
- Developed hiring and recruitment policies to drive transparent and fair hiring process for selecting candidates on basis of merit and relevance with job.
- Collaborated with department managers to develop comprehensive training programs that meet the needs of each individual team member.
- Achieved desired work environment and performance by proactively advising and guiding employees on best practices and overseeing HR training.
- Identified operational weaknesses to improve or innovate people, programs and processes.
- Managed full-cycle human resource operational activities to maximize HR employee performance.
- Coordinated various benefits programs such as medical insurance, retirement plans and vacation policies.
- Supported top talent identification processes by interviewing candidates and executing onboarding, orientation, and benefits processes.
- Worked with management to create performance measurement, employee development and employee compensation strategies.
- Implemented organizational change initiatives effectively while minimizing disruption in operations.
- Used data and analytics to improve company processes for recruitment, selection and onboarding.
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates.
- Assisted in developing succession planning strategies for key positions within the organization.
- Analyzed data gathered from surveys, focus groups or other methods to identify areas of improvement within the organization's HR practices.
- Used HR website and other media to communicate HR processes, increasing understanding and consistent use.
- Organized team building activities to foster collaboration among staff members.
- Scheduled meetings with employees to address concerns and grievances.
- Handled employee discipline and termination to address policy infractions.
- Assisted in employee recruitment, hiring and interview processes.
- Aligned HR policies with federal and local regulations.
- Created and implemented employee retention strategies.
- Suggested promotions and wage increases according to employee performance.
- Reported on workplace health and safety compliance to superiors.
- Launched wellness plans to reduce stress, boost morale and increase productivity.
- Organized employee directories and updated individual contact information.
- Attended conferences, workshops and special events to recruit qualified candidates for company.
- Helped with employee transfers and referrals.
- Scheduled random drug testing for employees to diminish regularity risks.
- Created staff teams based on employee strengths and made adjustments to promote overall productivity.
- Researched industry trends to inform compensation and performance strategies.
- Prepared presentations to company executives regarding employee performance and retention trends.
- Launched innovative incentive program to achieve low turnover rate in highly competitive market.
Education
Drill Sergeant Course -
Drill Sergeant Course
Fort Jackson, SC10-2020
Senior Leader Course - Human Resources Management
USASSI, NCOA
Fort Jackson, SC11-2018
Army Leader Course - Human Resources Management
USASSI, NCOA
Fort Jackson, SC04-2011
TATS WLC -
NCO Academy
Fort Bragg, NC08-2008
Airborne Course -
Airborne Course
Fort Benning, GA08-2004
AIT - Human Resource Specialist Course
Advanced Individual Training
Fort Jackson, SC05-2004
Basic Training - Human Resources Training
Basic Training
Fort Knox, KY05-2004
High School Diploma -
Los Fresnos High School
Los Fresnos, TX05-2003
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, North Carolina, NCSkills
- Recruitment strategy
- Training program development
- Conflict resolution
- Performance management
- Data analysis
- HR policy implementation
- Effective communication
- Team building
- Proactive problem solving
- Operational efficiency
- Organizational development
- Training programs
- Training development
- Labor relations
- Recruitment and hiring
- Compensation and benefits
- Workforce planning
- Recordkeeping
- Recruitment and selection
- HR analytics
- Performance evaluation
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
Army
05.2004 - Current
Drill Sergeant Course -
Drill Sergeant Course
Senior Leader Course - Human Resources Management
USASSI, NCOA
Army Leader Course - Human Resources Management
USASSI, NCOA
TATS WLC -
NCO Academy
Airborne Course -
Airborne Course
AIT - Human Resource Specialist Course
Advanced Individual Training
Basic Training - Human Resources Training
Basic Training
High School Diploma -
Los Fresnos High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Fayetteville Technical Community College