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Diane Sullivan

Ijamsville,MD

Summary

Seasoned Supervisory Human Resources Specialist with strong leadership background. Possess extensive knowledge in HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, training and development, labor relations, and compliance. Skilled at managing teams, streamlining processes, and developing strategies to optimize productivity and employee satisfaction. Exhibit proactive problem-solving skills with a track record of enhancing HR functions to support organizational objectives.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisory Human Resources Specialist

National Institutes of Health
Bethesda, MD
02.2008 - 03.2025

Experience

  • Supported workforce planning and staffing strategies to align with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Developed and documented HR procedures to refine processes and drive compliance with policies. I processed complex personnel actions ensuring actions were in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Established and maintained trusted relationships around organization to optimize business and employee experience. I supervised 11 employees responsible for processing personnel actions and Position Management.
  • Liaised between management and employees by relaying work information, adjustments and grievances.
  • Partnered with senior HR team to communicate company standards and policies.
  • Maintained employee records in compliance with federal and state laws, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Conducted employee performance reviews and implemented corrective actions to increase productivity.
  • Established and generated various reports to verify HR compliance. I was responsible for the reports process on a daily basis. I had to ensure all personnel actions were processed correctly, and if not, taking corrective action.
  • Managed onboarding process for new hires including orientation sessions and paperwork completion.
  • Aligned HR policies with federal and local regulations.
  • Implemented performance management systems, including performance appraisals and goal setting, to boost productivity.
  • Coordinated training and development programs to enhance employee skills and support career growth.
  • Coordinated with payroll department to ensure accurate processing of wages and deductions.
  • Coordinated employee recognition programs to boost morale and reward outstanding performance.
  • Identified opportunities to improve HR programs and proposed solutions to increase efficiencies.
  • Developed metrics and reports to analyze HR effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
  • Worked cross-functionally to optimize efficiency and execute on HR business processes.
  • Developed and updated HR policies and procedures manuals, ensuring alignment with best practices and legal requirements.
  • Provided essential support to address individual HR needs of employees.
  • Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making. Ran approximately 125 Data Quality Reports each pay period in order to identify areas that need improvement or training. I focused a lot on quality control.

Education

Winston Churchill High School
Potomac, MD
06-1973

Skills

  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Payroll administration
  • Customer relations
  • HR policies and procedures

Timeline

Supervisory Human Resources Specialist

National Institutes of Health
02.2008 - 03.2025

Winston Churchill High School
Diane Sullivan