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Certification
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Joseph Thomas

Human Resources Professional
Puyallup,WA

Summary

Extensive human resources background: employee, payroll and labor relations, writing policies and procedures, new employee orientation, benefits administration, working on corporate teams, selecting, preparing and implementing major software applications. Accomplished Human Resources Executive proactive in meeting company issues head-on with creative and innovative approach. Knowledgeable about changing industry and employment market demands. Expertise includes benefits administration, compensation structuring and recruitment. Innovative Human Resources Executive demonstrates talent for turning around flagging operations and spearheading growth through proactive leadership. Experienced with HRIS and data-driven approaches to personnel management, benefits administration and organizational development. Record of success in improving recruitment and retention.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Human Resources and Operations

HomeSight
10.2018 - 12.2023
  • Was member of Executive leadership team to develop overall strategic plan.
  • Established salary ranges, offers, and compensation adjustments; monitored salary reports for equity, compression, competitiveness, and practicality.
  • Managed information technology and computer systems
  • Improved employee retention by implementing strategic HR initiatives and conducting regular staff evaluations.
  • Streamlined recruitment processes for increased efficiency in hiring top talent growing organization from 15 to 35 employees.
  • Enhanced company culture by promoting diversity and inclusion initiatives.
  • Managed complex employee relations issues, reducing legal risks and maintaining positive work environment.
  • Led HR department restructuring, optimizing team resources for improved productivity and effectiveness.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant labor laws, protecting both employees'' rights and organization's interests.
  • Maintained "open door" policy to encourage employee communications and resolution of issues.

Human Resources Director

Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations
09.2016 - 01.2018
  • Mentored managers and employees, consulted on action items, and served as liaison for employee-employer relationships
  • Recommended appropriate resolutions to employee relations concerns and handled disciplinary issues and investigations of misconduct.
  • Established salary ranges, offers, and compensation adjustments; monitors salary reports for equity, compression, competitiveness, and practicality.
  • Managed benefits administration, ensuring cost-effective coverage options for employees while staying within budget constraints.
  • Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
  • Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates and working with legal and compliance teams.
  • Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and improved service delivery.
  • Conducted company-wide town hall meetings to convey updates.
  • Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 100-employee company.

HRIS Administrator/Analyst

Quest Aircraft
08.2015 - 09.2016
  • Maintained HRIS system and periodically audit database to ensure accuracy
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
  • Increase staff from 90 to 130.
  • Optimized payroll processing through effective integration of timekeeping systems within overall HRIS infrastructure.
  • Provided support to end-users by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and offering guidance on system features.

District Human Resources Manager

Safeway, Inc.
03.2014 - 02.2015
  • Investigated and provided effective solutions to highly sensitive and often complex employee relations' issues including employment discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and equity complaints.
  • Partnered with store management (and union Business Agents when necessary) to resolve employee grievances for over 1300 employees.
  • Provided guidance and recommendations for problem resolution to managers and individuals.
  • Conducted training on Sexual Harassment, Diversity and Inclusion to leadership of each location.
  • Assisted District Manager in Succession Planning/Development and mentoring programs.

Human Resources Director

Boys and Girls Home of Alaska
10.2011 - 06.2013
  • Developed and managed recruiting initiatives focused on acquiring specialized talent to meet resource needs of rapidly growing organization; helped to grow company from fewer than 90 employees to over 190
  • Reduced turnover rates through effective talent acquisition and retention strategies.
  • Managed and investigated employee grievances and harassment claims
  • Developed and implemented incentive plans to motivate and recognize exemplary performance.

Human Resources Generalist/Safety Officer

ABR, INC
03.2010 - 10.2011
  • Managed all Human Resources activities for two offices in Alaska and one in Oregon and Massachusetts
  • Streamlined HR processes for increased operational efficiency through development of standard operating procedures.
  • Prepared Safety plans for over 30 to projects annually.

Office Manager

Interior Weatherization, INC
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Solicit and manage lease agreements
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
  • Implemented new software tools for streamlined project management, increasing efficiency in task completion across teams.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration -

Regents College, Albany, NY
05.1996

Skills

  • Performance Management
  • Payroll Management
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Benefits Administration
  • Employee Relations
  • HR software proficiency
  • Human Resources Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Excellent Communication
  • Relationship Building
  • Analytical Thinking

Certification

  • Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR)


Affiliations

Society of Human Resource Management, Member

Timeline

Director of Human Resources and Operations - HomeSight
10.2018 - 12.2023
Human Resources Director - Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations
09.2016 - 01.2018
HRIS Administrator/Analyst - Quest Aircraft
08.2015 - 09.2016
District Human Resources Manager - Safeway, Inc.
03.2014 - 02.2015
Human Resources Director - Boys and Girls Home of Alaska
10.2011 - 06.2013
Human Resources Generalist/Safety Officer - ABR, INC
03.2010 - 10.2011
Office Manager - Interior Weatherization, INC
01.2009 - 01.2010
Regents College - Bachelor of Science in Business Administration,

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