Executive with 23 years of progressive HR experience and advanced knowledge of employment law, compensation, recruitment and employee relations. Engages with HR service providers and suppliers on HR systems, payroll, insurance and training and development to promote high performing organization with efficient operating systems, professional and skilled staff and sound financial resources. Maintains strong stakeholder focus and service-oriented attitude with excellent organization and interpersonal skills.
Overview
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years of professional experience
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Work History
Vice President of Human Resources
OHT Partners, LLC
05.2023 - Current
Spearheaded the development and implementation of HR strategies that supported business objectives and ensured alignment with company values and culture
Led a team of HR professionals responsible for recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training and development, and HR compliance
Designed and executed talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain top talent
Established and maintained strong partnerships with senior leadership to provide strategic guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, and succession planning
Vice President of Human Resources
GVA Property Management
07.2022 - 05.2023
Promotion received
Led a team of HR professionals responsible for recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training and development, and HR compliance
Duties ongoing as previous position within GVA
Director Of Human Resources
GVA Property Management, LLC
01.2019 - 07.2022
Hired to strategically build, implement, and manage a effective HR department
Led and manage GVA's HR team of 10. Mentoring, coaching, training, and supporting continued education within HR team to help provide our organization with up-to-date HR support for their needs
Directly reported to CEO and provided support to all C-Levels across all departments in our organization.
Created and implemented acquisition process to help lead GVA from million-dollar too billion-dollar organization with growth of 40% in 6-month period.
Championed groundbreaking newly automated benefit program for all employees. Increasing benefits participation to 81.74% from low 40% during 2-year window
Launched GVA's first 401K program which helped retain and attract qualified workforce. Improved employee retention by 20% in three-year period
Sourced and executed use of our HRIS and ATS system that quickly improved onboarding processes, benefits, payroll and giving employees better experience that helped improved employee’s perception of our organization
Implemented employee conflict resolution program resulting in increased employee engagement by involving employees to have their voice heard in the decision-making process
Communicated and mentored management at all levels while developing comprehensive leader development course
Evaluated and quickly addressed skill gaps of newly merged acquisitions
Partnered with senior management across business units to identify opportunities to improve business performance through HR initiatives
Upgraded leadership talent pool and accelerated desired culture change within our company by identifying and pursuing future talent to further enhance development for GVA
Designed and executed management training programs for onsite teams and reduced employee relations issues
Reduced workers compensation claims through improved training and incentive programs that encouraged employees to work safer and smarter
Increased employee recognition initiatives by creating interactive team building opportunities resulting in improved employee morale, increased productivity, and customer satisfaction
Implemented behavioral-based performance management system to define expectations, standards and key performance areas.
Director of Human Resources
Campus Advantage
12.2016 - 01.2019
Reported to CFO and COO with responsibilities of a team of 6 HR employees and over 800 employees providing property management, consulting acquisitions and student housing communities
Built and implemented Succession program for onsite teams identifying critical managerial positions within the organization
Successfully created shorter vacancies for key roles and developed stronger hires
Implemented Diversity and Inclusion training to create positive changes in recruitment, mentoring and fostering talent
Working with the C-Suite, facilitated new HR dashboard and forecast for executive leadership
Created and implemented new job compensation bands and job descriptions.
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.
Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
Drafted and implemented policies, procedures and employee handbook for over 800 employees.
Payroll Operations Manager
Campus Advantage
01.2016 - 01.2017
Responsible for general operations of Human Resources, Payroll, and Benefits
Managed a staff of 4 and reported to the VP of Human Resources
Ensured the accuracy of payroll computations, statutory withholdings, voluntary deductions, and employee records
Full cycle multi-state payroll processing
Critically reviewed and analyzed current payroll, benefits, and tax procedures to recommend and implement changes leading to best-practice operations