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ERIN NEWKIRK

Huntersville,NC

Summary

.Dynamic Human Resources Generalist with 10 years of experience managing broad range of human resource functions while serving as on-site specialist. Supports and guides cross-functional team members while implementing best practices within HR team. Serves as HR champion in administering and advancing HR functions while acting as resource on policy interpretation and implementation.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Resources Generalist

09.2022 - Current
  • Assists in developing and implementing personnel policies and procedures; assists departments in compliance
  • Analyzes complex employee relations issues and provides guidance as needed
  • Provides employee relations support including recommendations on employee performance and policy adherence; attend at predisciplinary hearings and grievances
  • Prepares management and materials for unemployment hearings, leads phone hearings as needed
  • Provides performance management/performance evaluation advice to supervisors to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and consistency
  • Makes recommendations on personnel decisions including promotion, demotion, and discipline
  • Analyzes employment applications to determine qualification status
  • Participates on assessment panels, develops interview questions and arranges additional applicant testing as needed
  • Conducts portions of new hire orientation as assigned
  • Develops employee training materials
  • Delivers training to employees and supervisors
  • Completes special projects including organizational reviews as needed
  • Assists with budget preparation for HR and other departments as requested by County Management
  • May recommend facility specific policies and procedures that align with County-wide policies
  • Provides support for Safety & Risk Management for light duty assignment and work accommodations
  • Attends and/or presents at customer site meetings and leadership trainings
  • Makes presentations to the County Management team and Board of Commissioners
  • Maintains accurate records and files; prepares files for retention and destruction; maintains confidentiality
  • Assists with Human Resources events and functions, including employee appreciation and service awards
  • Develops forms, databases, presentations, etc
  • In both written and electronic formats
  • Prepares various correspondence, reports, forms, and other written materials
  • Serves as back up for Human Resources Director when unavailable
  • Seeks professional development through trainings, meetings, and other opportunities to serve the HR profession.

Safety Officer

Cabarrus County Government
08.2020 - 09.2022
  • Administers County Defensive Driving program including assisting and/or reviewing DMV checks/approvals of all County drivers
  • Assists with County-Wide trainings including New Hire Orientation
  • Coordinates, plans, and implements the actions and recommendations of the County Safety Committee; provides technical assistance and advice to the Committee
  • Serves as a contact with NCDOL-OSHA on any occupational safety and health issue and maintains proper documentation to conform with record-keeping requirements of NCDOL-OSHA
  • Prepares additional required monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for compliance with State and Federal regulations and for the purpose of analyzing loss trends and assisting with developing risk mitigation strategies
  • Develops and provides individual counseling, and on-site and classroom training to staff on safety topics such as ergonomics, driving safety, personal protective equipment, and lifting/back safety; provides training on safety practices and policies, accident prevention techniques, and accident reporting; coordinates the keeping of records of safety training
  • Provides oversight and monitoring of the County Workers’ Compensation program
  • Maintains all records of personal injuries; creates and files reports; and communicates with employees, attorney(s), Third Party Administrator (TPA) and other related parties
  • May participate in claim mediations
  • Tracks and maintains quality of safety equipment including AED, first aid equipment, wheelchairs, etc
  • Manages light duty requests, tracking, maintenance, and enforcement
  • Works with diverse groups and those with disabilities in the workplace (ADA Accommodations).

Human Resources Technician

Cabarrus County Government
08.2018 - 08.2020
  • Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and provides outstanding customer service to internal employees and external citizens
  • Utilizes and manages Munis and NeoGov HRIS software
  • Maintains confidential personnel files; scans employee information into personnel or medical files; audits scanned personnel files
  • Administers Bilingual Tests
  • Facilitates new hire orientation, onboarding and various trainings
  • Assists with Defensive Driving Courses
  • Participates in Diversity and Inclusion Committee
  • Serves as Secretary for CH3
  • Completes employment verifications and surveys verbally and in writing
  • Conducts background checks and drug screenings for County employees
  • Responsible for putting together and tracking training material
  • Aids with any employee activities such as employee appreciation and employee recognition events
  • Continuous Data Analysis/Entry.

Executive Team Leader - Human Resources

Target
10.2015 - 11.2016
  • Partnered with Third Party regarding workers’ compensation
  • Enforced safety and compliance standards in relation to OSHA and championed recognition and a continuous learning culture
  • Adhered to ADA guidelines; offered/discovered light duty activities for injured/disabled employees
  • Adhered to all legal standards in areas of compliance and training
  • Developed a strong training culture within store and held peers accountable to ensure timely completion
  • Acted as Leader on Duty and managed all teams during daily operations of the store by responding to team and guest needs
  • Aided in team recruiting, interviewing, hiring, orientation, and onboarding processes
  • Performed daily tasks relating to monthly and quarterly company goals, including initiatives through payroll and financials
  • Focused on talent through intentional and strategic succession planning
  • Championed and fostered a fast, fun and friendly culture throughout the entire store Target store
  • Managed staffing processes; proactively planned for retention and turnover for a $60 million store
  • Assisted in store operations through scheduling and team development.

Executive Team Leader - Guest Experience

Target
08.2014 - 10.2015
  • Ensured reports involving workplace incidences were completed by guests, employees and supervisors
  • Oversaw food safety compliance in Target Cafe and P-Fresh
  • Conducted inspection audits of Café, Food, and Backroom
  • Reported/Investigated guest/employee accidents/incidences as Leader on Duty
  • Collaborated with Asset Protection in our emergency response activities
  • Spoke to and oversaw security and safety of all team members and guests
  • Analyzed various metric reports to assess trends; adjusted as needed through training.

Education

Bachelor’s - Human Resource Management

State University of New York at Oswego
Oswego, NY
05.2014

Associate - Business Administration

Schenectady County Community College
Schenectady, NY
05.2012

Skills

  • Instructional Strategies - 3 years
  • Communication - 10 years
  • Customer Service - 10 years
  • Microsoft Office Platforms - 10 years
  • PeopleSoftware - 4 years
  • Interpersonal - 10 years
  • Volunteerism - 10 years
  • Safety Compliance - 3 years
  • Application Systems - 2 years
  • Employee Onboarding
  • HR Policies Implementation
  • Exit Interviews
  • Records Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Performance Management
  • Internal investigations
  • Employee file management
  • Policy Implementation
  • Termination Procedures
  • New employee orientations
  • Onboarding Processes
  • Staff training/development
  • In-depth knowledge of HR Compliance
  • Background Checks
  • Recruitment Strategies
  • Procedures implementation
  • Performance Appraisals
  • Team Collaboration
  • Training and mentoring
  • Staff orientation
  • Employee Handbooks
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Human Resources
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Labor Relations
  • Employment law knowledge
  • Employee Surveys
  • Employee programs
  • Performance Evaluation
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • HR management
  • EEO reporting
  • Grievance handling
  • Employee Counseling
  • Interviewing
  • Employee Handbook Development
  • Risk Management
  • Team Bonding
  • Diversity programs
  • Interviewing expertise
  • Retention Strategies
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Employee Retention

Certification

  • Employee Relations and Investigations, BINHR - March 2024

Timeline

Human Resources Generalist

09.2022 - Current

Safety Officer

Cabarrus County Government
08.2020 - 09.2022

Human Resources Technician

Cabarrus County Government
08.2018 - 08.2020

Executive Team Leader - Human Resources

Target
10.2015 - 11.2016

Executive Team Leader - Guest Experience

Target
08.2014 - 10.2015

Bachelor’s - Human Resource Management

State University of New York at Oswego

Associate - Business Administration

Schenectady County Community College

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