HR compliance and operations leader with 18+ years of progressive management experience leading employees, workforce operations, compliance initiatives, employee relations, onboarding, performance management, and organizational process improvement. Experienced supporting Form I-9 and employment eligibility processes, background screening, reference verification, hiring interviews, offer letters, employee onboarding, disciplinary documentation, termination documentation, and confidential personnel records. Currently lead operations for an FAA Part 147 aviation maintenance organization supporting 420+ students and 46 instructors in a highly regulated environment. Proven ability to interpret policies and procedures, maintain compliance documentation, conduct operational reviews, analyze workforce data, resolve employee issues, and communicate requirements to employees and leadership. MBA with extensive experience in Microsoft Excel, operational reporting, process improvement, workforce planning, and cross-functional leadership.