Joy Gowans
Bountiful,UT
Summary
Accomplished HR Executive with a proven track record at AmericaU, enhancing organizational culture and streamlining onboarding processes. Expert in employee relations and strategic planning, I've successfully managed HR practices to optimize productivity and ensure legal compliance. Skilled in both recruitment strategies and fostering positive internal communications, Drove results and organizational growth. Executive team member focusing on human resources. Highly skilled with personnel management, hiring and maintenance of HR records. Manages administration of employee compensation and employee benefits.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VP of Business Management
AmericaU
SLC, UT
02.2022 - Current
- Directed hiring and onboarding programs for new employees.
- Interviewed potential hires, negotiated salaries and benefits and performed reference checks
- Participated in strategic and operational development, human resources services, relationships and training managers.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
HR Director
WildWorks
Draper, UT
05.2004 - 06.2022
- Managed employee relations issues with care and confidentiality, maintaining trust with staff members while resolving conflicts effectively.
- Optimized HR budget allocation by strategically reallocating resources based on department needs and priorities.
- Ensured legal compliance in all HR practices, mitigating potential risks related to employment law violations or disputes.
- Supported organizational change initiatives by guiding employees through periods of transition, minimizing disruption to productivity.
Sales Manager
Borderline Frame & Gallery
Bountiful, UT
03.2005 - 03.2020
- Built the company from the beginning
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service
- Managed key accounts with strategic planning and relationship building, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business.
Elementary Teacher & Tutor
Davis School District
Bountiful UT
08.1991 - 05.2004
- Implemented creative classroom management techniques to maintain an orderly and focused learning environment.
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
Education
05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Education
Utah State University
Logan, UT06.1990
Skills
- Onboarding process
- Employee Relations
- Exit Interviews
- Strategic Planning
- Internal Communications
- Volunteer Program Coordination
- Training development
- Recruitment Strategies
- Training leadership
- Policy Implementation
- Benefits Administration
- Organizational Culture
Certification
- PHR, - Current
Timeline
VP of Business Management
AmericaU
02.2022 - Current
Sales Manager
Borderline Frame & Gallery
03.2005 - 03.2020
HR Director
WildWorks
05.2004 - 06.2022
Elementary Teacher & Tutor
Davis School District
08.1991 - 05.2004
Bachelor of Science - Education
Utah State University