Jay Fenton
Hermosa Beach,CA
Summary
With over 20 years of experience in the HR field, have developed and implemented HR policies and programs that ensure compliance, efficiency, and alignment with the company's vision and values.
Passionate about supporting the organizational culture and employee engagement, where apply servant leadership skills and certifications in Strategic Human Resources. Also passionate about navigating Employee Relations as an HR Professional, and driving Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging.
Collaborate with all top senior management and stakeholders to design and execute talent planning and strategy, employee benefits, and performance management initiatives that foster a positive and productive work environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Employee Relations Manager
Fair
09.2022 - Current
- Ensuring company's treatment of employees is consistent with its core business values and objectives
- Partnering with both senior and HR teams to develop and implement Employee Relations best practices and programs throughout organizations
- Investigating and resolving complex or critical employee relations issues
- Collating and analyzing employee feedback across all departments
- Develops further training as needed , advising and training managers and supervisors in best employee relations practices and strategies for managing supervisor problems and employee grievances
- Conducts performance action and Corrective action documentation
- Oversee FMLA, ADA., also training HR team and Leaders.
Human Resources Assistant Director
Mt. Olympus Resorts, Theme, Wisconsin Dells
07.2020 - 09.2022
- Recruiting and working with sponsorship within US and other foreign countries, with seasonal J1 Work and travel Program
- Working with HR team on developing training development plan and presentations
- Wage and Benefits audits, with merit reviews for Full-time and Part time associates
- Develop, implement, and administer policies and programs related to management of all hotel personnel to ensure maintenance of positive, productive, fair, and consistent employment environment
- Provided assistance, guidance and counseling to Owner, General Manager, and other leadership staff
Human Resources Manager
Festival Foods, Wisconsin
06.2018 - 07.2020
- Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement
- Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates, and working with legal and compliance teams
- Provided guidance on policies and procedures to harmonize responses, provide appropriate investigation actions and reach resolution of grievances
- Educated management on successful policy implementation and enforcement actions to prevent employee legal entanglements
- Directed and controlled various benefit programs, including 401K, medical, dental and vision packages
- Directed job fairs to bring in local talent for long term and seasonal positions.
Human Resources Manager
Polo Ralph Lauren, Wisconsin
08.2014 - 06.2018
- Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
- Onboarding new employees, including training, mentoring and new hire documentation
- Managed employee exit interviews and any data
- Demonstrated culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance
- Provides business partner support to corporate, regarding company policies and procedures covering areas of employee relations, compensation and payroll, benefits administration, talent development, talent management, and disability management services.
District Manager
Pac, Wisconsin
09.2010 - 06.2014
- Drove sales for 16 stores in district, generating $84.2 in annual volume
- Achieved double-digit growth from 2010 to 2012 by Hiring Great talent and prospects throughout District and presenting compelling stories and value propositions
- Help Designed and executed training program for District, increasing employee productivity and product knowledge
- Held weekly Phone meetings with all Store Leaders to identify techniques to overcome sales obstacles
- Collaborated with merchandise buyers’ group to create better buying for Underperforming stores
- Developed relationships with key partners, including clothing vendors and freight operators
- Traveled 3 times week to store locations, walked sales floor with store leaders Foster positive work environment that encourages feedback and innovation
- Utilize company- training tools to fully develop leadership potential
- Coach, confront, and counsel to improve performance.
Human Resource Assistant / Intern
American Tv, Furniture & Appliance, Wisconsin
05.2002 - 09.2010
- Collaborated with department managers to Manage job recruitment, and sourcing for open job opportunities within their departments
- Serve as primary contact for work-site injuries accidents, guidance regarding disciplinary actions, and employee performance reviews
- Overseeing employee benefits, wellness programs and Associate party’s o Training and developing new HR professionals and Interns.
Education
MBA - Human Resource Management
University of Wisconsin
Madison, WI2005
Skills
- Risk Management Employee Relations Communication
- FMLA/ADA Training & Development Coaching and mentoring
- Microsoft Excel, Word, Office Performance Management Conflict Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Training and Mentoring
- Labor Relations
- Diversity Programs
- Data Analytics
- Performance Improvement Strategies
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Labor Agreements
- Budget Planning
Affiliations
Member of The Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) -USA
Society for Industrial & Organizational Psychology (SIOP) - USA
College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA HR) – Wisconsin
Certification
- SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional
- APTD - Association for Talent Development Certified Professional
- PHRca - Professional in Human Resources – California
Timeline
Employee Relations Manager
Fair
09.2022 - Current
Human Resources Assistant Director
Mt. Olympus Resorts, Theme, Wisconsin Dells
07.2020 - 09.2022
Human Resources Manager
Festival Foods, Wisconsin
06.2018 - 07.2020
Human Resources Manager
Polo Ralph Lauren, Wisconsin
08.2014 - 06.2018
District Manager
Pac, Wisconsin
09.2010 - 06.2014
Human Resource Assistant / Intern
American Tv, Furniture & Appliance, Wisconsin
05.2002 - 09.2010
MBA - Human Resource Management
University of Wisconsin
- SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional
- APTD - Association for Talent Development Certified Professional
- PHRca - Professional in Human Resources – California
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