JODY HYDE
Citrus Heights,CA
Summary
Human Resources Executive with 7+ years of experience in corporate environments. Strong background in hiring, training, and dismissal processes. Strong organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills to connect effectively with various levels of employees.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Human Resources Business Partner
UC Davis
06.2023 - Current
- Provides excellent customer service in all areas of human resources operations, post-hire
- Advises all levels of managers, supervisors, and employees in developing/revising position descriptions, resolving benefits issues, and providing guidance on compensation programs, personnel policies, and procedures
- Counsels department managers and supervisors on employee and labor policies, procedures, and appropriate practices
- Works closely and consults with campus human resources in areas including benefits, compensation, disability management, employee and labor relations, shared services, and recruitment, as appropriate
- Serves as a division HR Business Partner, representing the division on HR matters and serving on related committees
- Expertise in HR policy and procedure, implementation, and execution
- Oversees DEVAR onboarding program, ensuring all new hires have a meaningful onboarding experience
- Works closely with recruitment to successfully transition successful candidates to successful hires
- Working closely with the Vice Chancellor’s Office, coordinate division performance appraisals, self-assessments, business plans, etc
- Promotes a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), including the design and implementation of DEI programs
- Works closely with the Director of Talent in the successful development and implementation of human resource elements in DEVAR’s Strategic Plan
- Works closely with related staff and units to develop action plans and timelines for success
- Serves as a resource to troubleshoot complex personnel challenges
- Special projects as assigned
- Projects will vary in nature and scope but are a regular part of this position’s essential responsibilities.
- Coached managers on effective communication techniques, promoting greater transparency within the organization.
- Oversaw employee engagement surveys and action plans, addressing areas of concern proactively to improve satisfaction rates.
- Provided updates on HR policy changes to employees to satisfy compliance and state laws.
Human Resources Business Partner
UC Davis
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Provide advice and analysis support on Human Resource issues to the Athletic Director, managers, and supervisors; provide information and guidance to all staff
- Oversee matters pertaining to personnel actions, compensation, benefits, recruitment and hiring, staff evaluations and merits, reclassification actions and equity increases, training and development, employee and labor relations, leaves, corrective action, grievances, collective bargaining, worker’s compensation, affirmative action, and sexual harassment/ethics training
- Understand, comply, advise, and provide interpretation and counsel on university policies/procedures, collective bargaining units, ICA personnel practices, and recruitment
- Analyze problems/recommend alternatives, discuss outcomes and provide referrals to resources
- Serve as liaison between the Office of the Chancellor, Human Resources, Department Administrators/Unit Directors, and administrative staff, in matters concerning staff personnel
- Review personnel/benefits/payroll implications and determine and recommend a course(s) of action for leave of absence
- Manage full recruitment process for employees, including career, limited, and contract positions
- Advise and work with managers and supervisors in developing position descriptions and recruitment plans
- Analyze position descriptions for completeness and potential equity issues
- Manage vacancies using PeopleAdmin.
- Coached managers on effective employee relations strategies to address workplace conflicts proactively.
- Managed complex employee relations issues to promote a healthy workplace culture.
Worker's Compensation Analyst
California Prison Industry Authority
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Review, analyze, and respond to requests for medical leaves to include Family Medical Leave Act/California Family Rights Act, State Disability Insurance/Paid Family Leave, Non-Industrial Disability Leave/Family Care Leave, Pregnancy Disability and Parental Leaves, and Catastrophic Leave
- Develop and maintain all related correspondence
- Interact and correspond with employees, supervisors, managers, and clinicians (when applicable) to comprehensively manage the assigned caseload
- Maintain tracking for leave benefit entitlements and promptly notify employees of any benefits amount changes (e.g., exhaustion)
- Experience writing and presenting technical proposals to board members and stakeholders.
Recruitment Analyst
California Prison Industry Authority
02.2021 - 04.2022
- Provides research and statistical analysis of all present and future vacancy information
- Plans and manages a workforce planning project timeline on behalf of CALPIA in support of the current Workforce Plan initiatives
- Works with designated subject matter experts to accomplish identified goals including the development and oversight of departmental surveys (i.e., new employee, exit, culture, etc.)
- Responsible for assisting in the completion and submission of the annual Workforce Analysis to the California Department of Human Resources
- Partner with lower-level management to identify areas of deficiency with regard to Workforce Analysis and to develop feasible solutions
- Compile and present statistical information to management and other stakeholders with regard to staffing needs, levels, projection of future trends, and other reports as required.
- Streamlined the hiring process by developing and implementing efficient applicant tracking systems.
- Conducted exit interviews to gather valuable feedback from departing employees, identifying areas of improvement within the organization''s recruitment strategy.
Policy Analyst
California Public Utilities Commission
05.2020 - 02.2021
- Performed work ranging from budgeting and training to implementing new systems Prepared spreadsheets and reviewed fiscal budgets to help ensure accuracy Worked collaboratively to create solutions to problems
- Identified flaws and discrepancies in policies and suggested improvements to Senior Management Created and developed project schedules.
- Improved policy effectiveness by conducting comprehensive research and analysis on various issues.
- Participated in industry conferences and workshops as a subject matter expert to stay current on emerging trends in public policy analysis.
- Developed data-driven policy recommendations for better decision-making and resource allocation.
Assistant Business Office Manager
CarMax
06.2017 - 05.2020
- Monitored and evaluated personnel performance to complete monthly reviews, recommend advancement, or address productivity concerns
- Established and developed a highly efficient and dependable administrative team by delivering ongoing coaching and motivation while providing opportunities for career acceleration through achievements
- Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to ensure that they were prepared for their job duties
- Prepared financial pages for presentation to senior management
- Recruited, hired, trained, and supervised administrative office staff of 25
- Evaluated, proposed, and made recommendations on policy improvements.
- Performed accounts receivable collections for past due accounts by conducting collection calls.
- Managed staff scheduling, payroll, and benefits administration to ensure smooth operations and employee satisfaction.
- Verified and tracked all project deadlines to facilitate smooth workflow and satisfied clients.
- Collaborated with human resources on recruiting efforts, conducting interviews, and onboarding new hires.
- Conducted onboarding process to recruit, train and prepare new hire documentation for orientation.
Education
MBA - Human Resources Management
University of North Alabama
Florence, ALMBA - Project Management
University of North Alabama
Florence, ALBBA - Business Management
University of North Alabama
Florence, ALSkills
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc)
- Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communications skills
- Effective team member and can also work well independently
- HR policies and procedures
- HR analytics
- Employee Relations
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Talent management
- Strategic Planning
- Policy Implementation
- Employee Retention
- Human Resources Operations
Personal Information
Title: Sr. Human Resources Business Partner
Timeline
Sr. Human Resources Business Partner
UC Davis
06.2023 - Current
Human Resources Business Partner
UC Davis
11.2022 - 06.2023
Worker's Compensation Analyst
California Prison Industry Authority
04.2022 - 11.2022
Recruitment Analyst
California Prison Industry Authority
02.2021 - 04.2022
Policy Analyst
California Public Utilities Commission
05.2020 - 02.2021
Assistant Business Office Manager
CarMax
06.2017 - 05.2020
MBA - Human Resources Management
University of North Alabama
MBA - Project Management
University of North Alabama
BBA - Business Management
University of North Alabama