Danielle Hoffman
Webster,NY
Summary
Strategic Human Resources Director with proven success partnering with executive leadership to align people strategies with organizational goals. Known for strengthening employee relations, elevating workplace morale, and building highly engaged, high-performing teams. Experienced in advising senior leadership on complex HR matters while driving initiatives that improve culture, retention, and organizational performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Director
Wilbert’s Family Enterprises
01.2019 - Current
- Spearhead enterprise HR strategy to support organizational growth, workforce scalability, and cultural transformation.
- Serve as strategic advisor to executive leadership, aligning human capital initiatives with long-term business objectives.
- Direct all HR functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, total rewards, leadership development, and regulatory compliance.
- Lead organizational design, succession planning, and enterprise-wide change management initiatives across the organization.
- Leverage HR analytics and workforce insights to guide executive decision-making on talent strategy, engagement, and performance.
- Promote, implement and oversee employee engagement and morale initiatives that strengthened organizational culture, increased retention, and enhanced workforce performance.
Human Resources Generalist
Woods Oviatt Gilman, LLP
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Oversaw key human resources operations including employee relations, performance management, and organizational development initiatives across the firm.
- Partnered with firm leadership and partners to manage full-cycle recruitment, interviewing, and strategic workforce planning to meet current and future staffing needs.
- Directed administration of employee benefits, payroll processes, and company leave programs while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Led the development, implementation, and ongoing review of HR policies and procedures to maintain regulatory compliance and operational consistency.
- Provided strategic guidance to leadership on complex employee relations matters, navigating sensitive situations with discretion while supporting appropriate disciplinary and performance management actions.
Human Resources Manager
BJ’s Wholesale Club
01.2010 - 01.2017
- Administered HR policies and procedures while ensuring compliance with labor laws and company regulations.
- Managed workforce scheduling, benefits administration, open enrollment, payroll processing, and unemployment/workers’ compensation claims.
- Oversaw employee performance review cycles, supported managers with evaluations, and implemented performance improvement plans when necessary.
- Led recruitment, onboarding, and training compliance while partnering with managers to ensure future and support staffing needs.
- Resolved workplace conflicts, mediated employee relations matters, and advised leadership on disciplinary actions and morale concerns.
- Developed wellness initiatives, employee events, and engagement programs to strengthen teamwork and workplace culture.
Skills
- Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution
- Executive & Board Partnership
- Employee Engagement & Workplace Culture
- Organizational Development
- Performance Management
- Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- HR Policy & Compliance
- Change Management
- Leadership Coaching & Development
- Compensation & Benefits Strategy
Core Leadership Competencies
- Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution
- Executive & Board Partnership
- Employee Engagement & Workplace Culture
- Organizational Development
- Performance Management
- Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- HR Policy & Compliance
- Change Management
- Leadership Coaching & Development
- Compensation & Benefits Strategy
Timeline
Human Resources Director
Wilbert’s Family Enterprises
01.2019 - Current
Human Resources Generalist
Woods Oviatt Gilman, LLP
01.2017 - 01.2019
Human Resources Manager
BJ’s Wholesale Club
01.2010 - 01.2017