Julie Wiesner
Glen Burnie ,MD
Summary
Dynamic Human Resources Manager leveraging expertise in communication and problem-solving to drive strategic HR initiatives. Proven ability to collaborate with leadership to implement policies that enhance employee engagement and support organizational growth.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Generalist
Parts Authority LLC
Hanover, New Jersey
12.2018 - Current
- Deliver benefits to all employees during open enrollment and to new employees during onboarding.
- Oversee cases for leave of absence, return to work, workers' compensation and ADA Accommodations and complete all open benefit cases to close.
- Advise Managers and Team Members of the company policy and procedures.
- Provide hands-on support and expertise to HR concerns including payroll, benefits, discrepancies, or issues concerning policy.
- Support plans and programs to nurture and sustain a culture that exemplifies the organization's values and mission.
- Provide guidance and support to resolve employee relations issues along with ensuring the guidelines, systems, and processes are accurately utilized.
- Conducts impartial investigations of complaints of employee misconduct, work complaints, or other employee concerns.
- Documents findings of investigation process in a timely fashion by preparing an investigation report for fact-finding, and statements.
- Managed recruitment process, including job postings and candidate screenings.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions for new employees across various departments.
- Supported performance management processes, including evaluations and feedback collection.
- Maintained employee records in HRIS, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
- Assisted with conflict resolution and mediation efforts between staff members.
- Coordinated employee benefits including health insurance plans, 401k savings plan, vacation and sick leave policies and other programs.
- Maintained records of payroll forms, leave notifications, employee files, benefits information and workers' compensation files.
- Conducted new hire orientation sessions and onboarding activities to ensure successful transition into the organization.
- Performed data entry of employee information in HRIS system for accurate record keeping.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from internal staff members regarding employment matters.
- Investigated employee complaints or grievances related to workplace issues or violations of policy.
- Managed payroll processing functions including timekeeping records, deductions and tax withholding calculations.
- Advised managers on effective methods for handling disciplinary actions or terminations when necessary.
Human Resource Manager
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Center
Annapolis, MD
12.2008 - 07.2018
- Managed recruitment processes to attract top talent for orthopedic roles.
- Processed payroll, physician compensation plans to include quarterly true ups.
- Oversaw benefits administration ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Mediated employee relations issues to maintain a positive workplace environment.
- Collaborated with management on workforce planning and organizational structure changes.
- Handled sensitive employee and company information with highest level of confidentiality and discretion.
- Organized orientation sessions for new hires and provided them with onboarding information.
- Developed and implemented HR policies aligned with organizational goals.
Human Resource Manager
Opportunity Builders, Inc.
Hanover, MD
03.1996 - 12.2008
- Managed recruitment processes
- Processed payroll for employees in ADP
- Processed Client payroll using piece rate system.
- Facilitated employee training programs to enhance skill development and performance.
- Conducted performance evaluations to support employee growth and engagement.
- Oversaw benefits administration ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Maintained employee records in accordance with company policy and applicable legal requirements.
- Created job postings, tracked applicants and maintained applicant database.
- Identified, screened and interviewed potential employees.
- Organized orientation sessions for new hires and provided them with onboarding information.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state and local employment laws.
- Collaborated with department managers to develop comprehensive training programs that meet the needs of each individual team member.
- Coordinated various benefits programs such as medical insurance, retirement plans and vacation policies.
- Organized team building activities to foster collaboration among staff members.
- Handled employee discipline and termination to address policy infractions.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MDSkills
- Hiring and onboarding
- ICIMS
- Equifax - I9
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Time Management skills
- Administrative skills
- Collaboration skills
- Team player
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
- Benefits administration
- Talent management
- Performance improvement
- Diversity and inclusion
- HRIS management
- Payroll management ADP
Timeline
Human Resources Generalist
Parts Authority LLC
12.2018 - Current
Human Resource Manager
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Center
12.2008 - 07.2018
Human Resource Manager
Opportunity Builders, Inc.
03.1996 - 12.2008
Some College (No Degree) - General
Anne Arundel Community College