Julie Young
Aurora,CO
Summary
Objective is to use knowledge and expertise to lead by example, to showcase Human Resources in a positive light and to be a motivator, successful contributor and an asset. Human Resources Executive with 27 years of progressive HR experience and advanced knowledge of employment law, compensation, recruitment and employee relations. Engages with HR service providers and suppliers on HR systems, payroll, insurance and training and development to promote high performing organization with efficient operating systems, professional and skilled staff and sound financial resources. Maintains strong stakeholder focus and service-oriented attitude with excellent organization and interpersonal skills to excel in multi-cultural environment.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate VP of Human Resources
APCT Holdings
08.2022 - Current
- Strategic business partner and Executive Leadership team member Collaborate with t leadership team to craft company’s vision and mission.
- Develop strategic HR plans and policies (recruitment, training, compensation etc.) Hire, guide and evaluate work of HR personnel.
- Decide and act on initiatives for equal opportunity and diversity.
- Assume responsibility of labor and employee relations
- Re-engineer payroll processes to ensure maximum efficiency by 33%
- Ensure all procedures comply with legal regulations and best practices.
- Analyze effectiveness of HR operations and policies.
- Prepare reports for CEO using business metrics and KPIs.
Director of Human Resources
Advanced Circuits
02.2018 - 01.2022
- Manage daily operations of Human Resource team nationally.
- Work strategically with executive team to establish positive, diverse culture that promotes creativity, longevity and opportunity for entire staff.
- Manage team of six individuals in Human Resources in four states
- Provide consistent, ongoing training and advancement opportunities for 500+ team members.
- Created cross company succession plan for all key positions.
- Established mentorship program for all new employees for their initial ninety days.
Human Resource Manager
Advanced Circuits
05.1989 - 06.1996
- All personnel responsibilities including recruitment and retention, maintaining personnel files, payroll using Kronos and ADP, discipline and termination of employees, design and implement all training programs including harassment prevention, active shooter, interviewing procedures, new supervisor training, etc..., benefits administration to include annually reviewing benefit package and make recommendations on alternatives as needed
- Strategic planning along with leadership team, succession planning, arbitration in disputes and help assess needs of company for maximum profitability.
District Manager Trainee, Store Manger and Human Resources
Blockbuster Entertainment
08.1987 - 09.1989
- All personnel responsibilities, including hiring and termination of staff, complete payroll processing, scheduling and budgeting.
- Extensive record keeping of confidential files, heavy customer interface establishing memberships, reconciling customer issues and promotional drives.
- Consistently ranked in top three for all promotional activity in multi-state contests.
- Accounts payable, Accounts receivable, general ledger and collections
- Continuous training programs throughout term of employment.
Education
SPHR Human Resources -
HRCI
Denver, CO03.2004
Associate of Arts Liberal Arts -
State University of New York At Broome
Binghamton, NY05.1993
Human Resource Management -
University of Phoenix
Denver, CO12.2004
Certification Programs -
MSEC
Denver, COSkills
- Corporate Culture
- Legal Compliance
- Data and Trends Analysis
- Workforce improvements
- Human Resource Management Software HRMS
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership Training and Development
- Benefits and compensation management
- Retention Strategies
- HR analytics
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Employee Engagement Strategies
- Statistical Data Analysis
- Global HR experience
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Contract Negotiation
- Forecasting Employment Needs
Keyword Summary
I am a dynamic leader and outgoing individual who is always looking to exceed expectations. I believe in leading by example, hard working, organized and dependable.
Major Accomplishments
I have created Human Resource Departments from the ground up in a manufacturing environment. I have researched, designed and implemented all of the policies and procedures as well as training programs, retention initiatives, salary and bonus programs and competitive benefit packages. I have become an integral part of the company’s leadership team, succession planning and strategic management. I manage all labor issues including unemployment benefits, worker's compensation, EEOC and FLSA compliance, FMLA, OSHA, DOL issues including litigation matters.
Timeline
Corporate VP of Human Resources
APCT Holdings
08.2022 - Current
Director of Human Resources
Advanced Circuits
02.2018 - 01.2022
Human Resource Manager
Advanced Circuits
05.1989 - 06.1996
District Manager Trainee, Store Manger and Human Resources
Blockbuster Entertainment
08.1987 - 09.1989
SPHR Human Resources -
HRCI
Associate of Arts Liberal Arts -
State University of New York At Broome
Human Resource Management -
University of Phoenix
Certification Programs -
MSEC