Gail Tipton
Human Resources
Lexington,USA
Summary
Dynamic Human Resources leader specializing in talent acquisition and employee relations. Successfully led compliance initiatives and conflict resolution efforts that fostered a collaborative workplace. Committed to leveraging experience to enhance organizational effectiveness and employee satisfaction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Human Resources
Levy Restaurants
Lexington, Kentucky
10.2023 - Current
- Led talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention initiatives for Rupp Arena, Lexington Convention Center, and Lexington Opera House, enhancing workforce stability.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and Levy KPI’s, and compliance.
- Oversaw employee relations, effectively resolving conflicts to maintain a positive workplace environment.
- Supported venue openings for Intuit Dome, USTA, and Duke Energy (Cincinnati Convention Center), contributing to successful launch operations.
- RUPP Arena/LCC/LOH | Lexington, Kentucky
Human Resources Generalist
Kentucky Housing Corporation
Frankfort, Kentucky
11.2021 - 10.2023
- Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA, and benefits.
- Coached managers through employee engagement, documentation, discipline, and performance improvement plans.
- Developed and enforced HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance and effective management.
- Enhanced hiring quality by collaborating with managers to implement comprehensive selection processes.
- Implemented and supervised orientation procedures for new hires.
- Resolved performance and conflict management issues through direct staff engagement.
- Consulted with HR and payroll to coordinate and manage employee leaves of absence.
- Coached and educated management throughout organization on appropriate guidelines for maintaining legally compliant workplace.
- Managed change through open communication for addressing employee concerns, allowing for different opinions, and publicizing new strategies.
Director of Human Resources
City Of Shepherdsville
Shepherdsville, Kentucky
12.2019 - 07.2020
- Led hiring process phases, including employment verification, employee relations investigations, criminal background checks, and onboarding, enhancing candidate quality.
- Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
- Collaborated with management on performance evaluations, supervisory practices, dispute resolution, and employee accountability, fostering a culture of accountability.
- Drafted and implemented policies, procedures, and employee handbook for employees.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal laws and organizational standards, minimizing legal risks.
- Followed programs closely to assess effectiveness and make initiative-taking changes to meet changing demands.
- Provided guidance and consultation to district managers to identify strategies to meet short and long-term business needs.
- Shepherdsville, Kentucky
Manager of Human Resources
Nifco
Shelbyville, Kentucky
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Managed payroll and benefits for employees across multiple locations.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Motivated employees through events, incentive programs, and feedback, enhancing morale and productivity.
- Coordinated with senior leadership and oversaw managerial needs by implementing fresh solutions into business strategies.
- Implemented performance review and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
- Monitored and oversaw employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
- Initiated and maintained workers compensation cases for tracking, reporting, and legal mechanics.
- Collaborated with senior management to analyze benefits, plan corrective actions, and capture strategic data.
- Directed job fairs to bring in local talent for long term and seasonal positions.
- Led and strategically directed team of human resources professionals.
- Briefed new hires on essential job information, such as company policies, employment benefits and job duties.
- Collaborated with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
- Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for 360 new employees.
- Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
- Created and implemented initiatives to enhance employee engagement, fostering a more committed workforce.
- Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
- Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
- Provided guidance on policies and procedures to harmonize responses, provide appropriate investigation actions and reach resolution of grievances.
- Coordinated ongoing technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
- Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
- Educated management on successful policy implementation and enforcement actions to prevent employee legal entanglements.
- Coordinated activities of human resources team, distributing resources and personnel effectively across organization to meet HR needs.
- Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates, and working with legal and compliance teams.
- Implemented new-hire program by incorporating training initiatives while resolving problems and processing related documents.
- Reduced workers' compensation claims by instituting corporate safety training program.
- Promoted employee buy-in of organizational objectives by conducting orientations of new team members and regular town hall meetings for established employees.
- Served as representative in various civic and community functions to further enhance company image and develop additional business.
- Administered Emergency/Safety plans for 300 plant employees.
Director of Human Resources
Shelby County Fiscal Court
Shelbyville, Kentucky
08.2003 - 08.2018
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Directed each phase of hiring process, encompassing employment verification, employee relations investigations, criminal background checks and onboarding.
- Collaborated in hiring and training new employees, fostering professional growth and enhancing team building and motivation.
- Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
- Developed succession plans and promotion paths for staff.
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 220-employee organization, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Mediated between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
- Followed programs closely to assess effectiveness and make initiative-taking changes to meet changing demands.
- Achieved regulatory compliance with no adverse audit findings for facilities, documentation compliance or safety.
- Coordinated with management on performance evaluations, supervisory practices, dispute resolution, and employee accountability to enhance workforce effectiveness.
- Drafted and implemented policies, procedures, and employee handbook for over 200 employees.
- Selected medical, dental, short, and long-term disability, life insurance and workers compensation programs for employees.
- Directed/Managed Risk Management Administration - Workers Compensation, Liability and Property.
- Developed Managed All County Events, Rewards, Recognition Programs.
- Managed Maintenance/Facilities Policies/Procedures.
- Oversight/Administration of safety policies, procedures including safety plans, regular schedule drills.
- Coordinated compliance with ADA regulations to ensure accessibility standards were met.
- Records Retention Coordinator with training in Open Records Procedures/Laws.
Manager of Administrative Services
Thomas & King, Inc. -Applebee's Restaurants
Lexington, Kentucky
09.1994 - 08.2001
- Managed vendor relationships and procurement practices for corporate supply purchasing.
- Oversaw office inventory activities, ensuring timely ordering, efficient requisitions, and accurate shipment receiving.
- Established workflow processes to enhance operational efficiency and monitored daily productivity.
- Assigned tasks and directed team of office clerks to ensure operational efficiency.
- Developed administrative team through ongoing coaching and motivation, fostering career advancement opportunities.
- Trained employees on company and regulatory compliance requirements to promote adherence.
- Aggregated and analyzed data related to administrative costs to prepare budgets for management.
- Communicated corporate objectives across divisions via regular correspondence and scheduled updates.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KYSkills
- Talent acquisition
- Recruitment tactics
- HR strategy
- Workforce planning
- Compliance management
- Policy interpretation
- Organizational development
- Change management
- Training and development
- Employee engagement
- Networking and partnership development
- HR software skills
- HR policy development
- Team building
Personal Information
Title: Human Resources Professional
Timeline
Director of Human Resources
Levy Restaurants
10.2023 - Current
Human Resources Generalist
Kentucky Housing Corporation
11.2021 - 10.2023
Director of Human Resources
City Of Shepherdsville
12.2019 - 07.2020
Manager of Human Resources
Nifco
11.2018 - 05.2019
Director of Human Resources
Shelby County Fiscal Court
08.2003 - 08.2018
Manager of Administrative Services
Thomas & King, Inc. -Applebee's Restaurants
09.1994 - 08.2001
BBA - Business Administration
Eastern Kentucky University