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Gayle Calloway

Gayle Calloway

Human Resources
Cliff,NM

Summary

Pleasant Senior Human Resources Specialist with over eighteen (18) years of dedication to staff, management, and the public. Exceptional multitasking skills and attention to detail. Accomplished in conflict management and collaborating with various departments for productive and respectful workplace. I am seeking a to obtain and maintain full-time remote position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Human Resources Specialist

Grant County
01.2011 - Current
  • Oversee and supervise day-to-day responsibilities of the Human Resources Department
  • Ensure the County Personnel Policy and Bargaining Unit Contracts, as applicable, are followed by employees, Department Heads, Elected Officials and Employees
  • Review and investigate new or existing projects and programs about personnel or risk management issues as assigned by County Manager
  • Review and assist in preparation of reprimands and disciplinary matters prior to implementation for compliance with pertinent County policy, bargaining unit contract, as well as local, state, and federal laws
  • Coordinate employee grievances process in an unbiased manner; consulting with legal counsel as needed; assisting in answering Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Complaints and Human Rights Complaints
  • Assist legal counsel in handling and gathering information for County litigation, torts, lawsuits, liability issues.
  • Make recommendations to the County Manager regarding personnel, risk management and other County duties as required
  • Coordinate recruitment efforts, including job postings, screening resumes, and conducting interviews
  • Maintain detailed and thorough HRIS database with exhaustive employment information
  • Advise management with compensation structure adjustments and benefit plan options
  • Maintain and update employee records to reflect changes in employment, compensation, and withholdings
  • Conduct employee onboarding and exit interviews to improve retention rates
  • Implement incentive programs aimed at boosting employee morale or improving productivity levels
  • Provide guidance on performance management processes, such as goal setting, evaluations, and improvement plans.
  • Acting Safety Coordinator - schedule and monitor employee training.
  • Assist with benefits administration by enrolling new employees in benefit plans and answering inquiries about coverage options
  • Prepare purchase orders by verifying specifications and negotiate prices with suppliers
  • Secure cost-saving opportunities by negotiating discounts or volume-based agreements with suppliers
  • Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, delivery timelines, and supplier performance metrics
  • Review, approve and submit invoices for payment as high as $10,000
  • Upheld budget targets with careful cost calculations and proper expense tracking
  • Spot errors by comparing supplier paperwork against shipments and quickly addressing discrepancies.

Sr. Human Resources Generalist

Freeport McMoran Copper & Gold
01.2004 - 10.2009
  • Along with Corporate, sourced candidates and updated lead database to support recruiters
  • Scheduled interviews for job applicants, providing necessary paperwork and instructions beforehand
  • Coordinated new-hire orientation sessions and trained new hires on facility procedures
  • Maintained and updated employee records to reflect changes in employment
  • Reviewed new hire paperwork to confirm completion of forms and presence of supporting documentation
  • Advised senior executive team members with compensation structure adjustments and benefit plan changes rolled down from corporate offices
  • Improved employee retention by developing and implementing effective onboarding and orientation programs.
  • Collaborated with management teams to identify staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies
  • Responsible for conducting quarterly audits to verify employee documentation and accuracy
  • Assisted Mine Operations in daily drilling & blasting reports provided by subcontractor
  • Assisted Mine Operations in daily fueling and work orders for all Tyrone Mine equipment.

Education

Master of Arts (M.A.) - Interdisciplinary Studies - Counseling/HR/Bus

Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NM
12.2011

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Sociology / Psychology

Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NM
08.1992

Skills

  • Succession Planning
  • Performance Appraisals
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Unemployment Claims
  • Occupational safety
  • Employee Supervision
  • Background Checks
  • Organizational Development
  • Workers Compensation
  • Grievance handling
  • Employment law

References

  • Kristi Franco, Executive Assistant to County Manager, (c) 575-538-1844
  • Linda Vasquez, Grant County Finance Director, 575-313-3986
  • Jon Saari, former County Manager, 575-574-2068
  • Sonya Shelley, (c) 575-313-2075
  • Anthony Bencomo, Grant County Undersheriff, (c) 575-590-5545
  • Horace Martinez, (c) 575-654-0098

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software

PeopleSoft (Freeport McMoran)

INCODE / Tyler (Grant County)

Timeline

Sr. Human Resources Specialist

Grant County
01.2011 - Current

Sr. Human Resources Generalist

Freeport McMoran Copper & Gold
01.2004 - 10.2009

Master of Arts (M.A.) - Interdisciplinary Studies - Counseling/HR/Bus

Western New Mexico University

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Sociology / Psychology

Western New Mexico University

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