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Jessica Scott

Summary

Experienced and results-oriented Senior Human Resources Partner with a Master's in Human Resources, PHR and SHRM-CP certifications, bringing over 13 years of progressive leadership in human resources. Recognized for championing change management, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, and excelling in employee engagement and labor relations. Adept at navigating complex people management issues, driving positive outcomes, and contributing to organizational success.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Consultant, Human Resource Partnering

Covestro, LLC
07.2022 - Current
  • Strategically coach business leaders across North America's Sales, Marketing & Supply Chain entities as well as various other corporate functions to successfully navigate through intricate people management challenges, providing not just solutions, but sustainable triumphs
  • Execute people strategies fortifying Covestro's status as the go-to employer in the Chemical Industry
  • Craft and implement innovative initiatives that not only attracted top talent but also foster an environment where employees thrive
  • Champion holistic organizational excellence through professional development, team effectiveness, change management, and performance management initiatives
  • Infuse a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability, ensuring Covestro stays ahead in a dynamic business landscape
  • Collaborative cross-functional alignment through seamless collaborations across HR functions, aligning processes with precision to elevate overarching business goals
  • Skillfully bridge the gap between various entities, fostering a united front in pursuit of organizational excellence.

Regional Senior Manager- Human Resources

Comcast NBC Universal
02.2018 - 07.2022
  • Pioneered groundbreaking regional engagement projects, propelling team to achieve record-breaking employee engagement scores across 14 categories. Transformed workplace dynamics and fueled a culture of passion and commitment.
  • Innovated continuous learning initiatives through transformative regional professional development programs, elevating commitment to continuous learning.
  • Unleashed a wave of transformative change as a dedicated change champion, orchestrating impactful initiatives such as the seamless implementation of Workday and strategic business restructuring. Masterfully navigated complexity to sculpt a future-ready organization.
  • Championed Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) strategies, cultivating a culture of diversity that fueled robust talent acquisition and retention. Contributed decisively to fortified succession plans that reflect commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
  • Successfully managed multiple collective bargaining agreements, wielding expertise that resulted in an astounding 85% reduction in grievances from 2018 to 2022. A skilled negotiator and mediator, ensuring harmony in the workforce.
  • Steered the OUT ERG with passion, leading a team of ten sub-leads to drive impactful regional and division projects. Served as a key member of the Diversity & Inclusion Council, architecting and executing educational programs.

Employee Relations Representative

Port Authority of Allegheny County
02.2012 - 02.2018
  • Managed multiple collective bargaining agreements, supporting over 600 union employees
  • Led employee and labor relations investigations and represented the company in arbitration and mediation, led grievance hearings, and wrote and executed agreements, demonstrating a keen understanding of labor laws and regulations
  • Spearheaded the resolution of complex labor disputes through strategic mediation, resulting in improved employee satisfaction and reduced grievances
  • Implemented proactive employee relations initiatives, contributing to a positive workplace culture and minimizing potential conflicts

Education

Master of Science in Human Resources -

University of Scranton
01.2011

Bachelor of Science in Business -

Western Governors University
01.2009

Skills

  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
  • Labor/Employee Relations
  • Professional Development/Coaching
  • Employee Engagement
  • Change Management Leadership
  • Workforce Analytics
  • Policies/Procedures/LOA
  • Performance Management

Certification

  • Professional In Human Resources (PHR) Society For Human Resources Management-Certified
  • Professional (SHRM-CP)

Timeline

Senior Consultant, Human Resource Partnering

Covestro, LLC
07.2022 - Current

Regional Senior Manager- Human Resources

Comcast NBC Universal
02.2018 - 07.2022

Employee Relations Representative

Port Authority of Allegheny County
02.2012 - 02.2018

Master of Science in Human Resources -

University of Scranton

Bachelor of Science in Business -

Western Governors University
Jessica Scott