Darius Kelley
Summary
Experienced HR Leader with a proven track record in designing, delivering, and ensuring compliance with training, HR programs, healthcare programs and workforce/people programs. A strategic leader skilled in developing comprehensive strategies that align with business goals and objectives. Demonstrated ability to create impactful programs for diverse teams, driving performance improvement and fostering a culture of continuous development. Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and commitment to upholding compliance standards, resulting in effective risk management and operational efficiency. Adept at leveraging technology and innovative approaches to enhance processes and achieve organizational excellence.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
DWALY Foundation
01.2024 - Current
- Aligned department vision, goals, and objectives with company strategy.
- Worked closely with community leaders and board of directors to guide operational and fundraising strategies.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize providing community resources.
- Drive strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
- Created promotional materials and provided insightful information to social media, websites and print media to educate public.
- Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
- Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
HR Director - Healthcare Management
Garden Manor Assisted Living
03.2013 - 05.2024
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Directed job fairs to bring in local talent for long term and seasonal positions.
- Answered employee inquiries regarding health benefits and 401k options.
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
- Developed incentive program for hiring of and retaining of employees.
- Participated at strategic and operational level to develop and strengthen human resources services, relationships and mission.
- Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
HR Director Training Design & Delivery
FedEx Express
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Coordinate the delivery of all Human Resources Services.
- Lead a team of 200 plus training personnel who design, develop and deliver all operational and functional training for hourly and management employees nationally.
- Lead a team of compliance personnel who monitor, process and approve critical employee clearances.
- Ensure training records and all key metrics are retained and maintained for the company, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, Transportation Security Administration and other company and government agency audits.
- Oversee HR related projects so the department is progressive and efficient.
- Manage and control a multi-million dollar budget for HR efforts including vehicle purchases, new HR technologies and vendor contracts.
- Ensure fair and consistent treatment of employees in assigned areas according to personnel policy and procedures, employee handbook, accepted professional personnel practices and overall corporate philosophy.
HR Director-Staffing and People Solutions
FedEx Express
12.2020 - 02.2022
- Plan, organize, direct, control and coordinate the delivery of all divisional Human Resources Services involving staffing and building people programs.
- Lead a team of 150 plus personnel who plan, organize and control a national recruitment function to manage the attraction and selection of quality candidates.
- Ensure applicant tracking, employment records and all key metrics are retained and maintained for company, OFCCP and other company and government agency audits.
- Oversee recruitment related projects so the department is progressive and efficient.
- Manage and control a multi-million dollar budget for recruitment efforts including advertising, marketing and vendor contracts.
- Ensure fair and consistent treatment of all employees in assigned areas according to personnel policy and procedures, employee handbook, accepted professional personnel practices and overall corporate philosophy.
HR Manager
FedEx Express
02.2014 - 12.2020
- Responsible for leading a divisional team of personnel who plan, organize and control a regional recruitment and team building function that manages the attraction and selection of quality local candidates.
- Ensure applicant tracking, employment records and all key metrics are retained and maintained for company, OFCCP and government agency audits.
- Ensure that diversity hiring practices are adhered to, propose and implement policies, as well as develop and maintain relationships with external employment sources.
- Responsible for supervising employment interview practices to ensure that proper interviewing, testing and counseling practices are used by management and recruiters.
- Responsible for leading a team of training personnel who plan, organize, direct and control the design, development and delivery of all operational and functional training for hourly and management employees within U.S. Operations.
- Direct and coordinate the ongoing needs assessment and problem resolution for all computer based training and instructor led training programs with a critical focus on legal and regulatory changes and impact on operations.
- Remain current on state-of-the-art methodologies in training both computer based and instructor led.
Education
Master of Science - Transformative Leadership
Bethune-Cookman University Master of Science (M.S.),Transformative Leadership
Daytona Beach, FL05-2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ05-2008
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Transportation Management
- Project Management
Timeline
Executive Director
DWALY Foundation
01.2024 - Current
HR Director Training Design & Delivery
FedEx Express
02.2022 - 05.2024
HR Director-Staffing and People Solutions
FedEx Express
12.2020 - 02.2022
HR Manager
FedEx Express
02.2014 - 12.2020
HR Director - Healthcare Management
Garden Manor Assisted Living
03.2013 - 05.2024
Master of Science - Transformative Leadership
Bethune-Cookman University Master of Science (M.S.),Transformative Leadership
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
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