Julie Anne Oldbury
Human Resources & Labor Relations Leader
Coral Springs,FL
Summary
Accomplished, performance-driven Human Resources and Labor Relations Executive with 25+ years of experience proactively meeting company issues head-on with creative and innovative approach. Servant leader passionate about applying excellent organization and communication skills to lead and develop teams. Results-oriented individual well-versed in interfacing and consulting on business processes to drive strategic results.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certificates
Work History
Director of Human Resources and Risk Management
City of Boynton Beach
Boynton Beach, FL
07.2011 - 11.2022
- Executive Team member responsible for all aspects of Human Resources, Labor Relations, and self-insured Risk Management program for city of 875 FTEs and 81,000+ residents. Directly responsible for $9M department and program budgets.
- Consistent with servant leadership philosophy, modeled and inspired excellence in, and accelerated career tracks through professional development opportunities for, team of 15 employees collectively responsible for organization-wide Human Resources functions including: Talent and Employee Services, Career Development Services, Inclusion and Belonging Services, Employee Benefits and Family Services, Labor Relations [7 bargaining units], Employee Relations, (self-insured) Risk Management and Wellness Services (including onsite medical clinic), and Emergency Management support in high-volume and lean-staff environment.
- Designed and implemented agile and sustainable Human Resources and Risk Management service delivery model to improve operational efficiency, increase likelihood of positive outcomes, and build foundation for succession planning. Developed career and promotion paths for positions across all divisions.
- Instilled culture where employees no longer operated in fear of making mistakes and intentionally reduced silo thinking among leadership team and multiple business divisions, which ultimately permeated throughout organization.
- Facilitated successful policy implementation and adherence to maintain legal and operational compliance.
- Excellent track record of preventing and successfully defending against claims alleging EEO violations such as discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
- Lead negotiator for (7) collective bargaining units; responsible for all grievance resolution and arbitration matters. Presented at impasse hearings before special magistrate; testified on behalf of management during PERC hearings; conducted executive sessions with elected officials prior to voting on agreement ratifications.
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
- Spearheaded shared governance and collaboration on employee relations, Human Resources and Risk administration, collective bargaining agreements and related Human Resources and Risk topics.
- Participated at strategic and operational level to develop and strengthen human resources and risk management services, relationships, and mission.
- Facilitated strategic planning initiatives and implemented cloud-based system for tracking plan status.
- Employed effective writing, communication, and organizational skills; performed extensive research; analyzed data to convert into actionable information; created various reports and spreadsheets; made presentations to small and large groups; contract management and oversight for annual $1.25M onsite medical clinic; instrumental in annual citywide budgeting process; regularly interfaced with and developed harmonious partnerships with other private and governmental agencies.
- As Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Manager, created logistical plan to accommodate up to 90 people being temporarily housed in center during emergency activations and developed communications plan and protocol for employees. Served on Policy Group in NIMS structure.
- Created Human Resources and Emergency Management processes and protocols in response to Covid-19 pandemic. Customized and implemented scheduling software to accept appointments from general public to receive vaccinations onsite. Created "Onsite Learning Groups" for employees' school-aged children to be supervised in small groups onsite while attending school remotely so their parents could continue to work and know their children were in a safe environment. Developed and piloted Flexible Workplace Program to allow for varied schedules and hybrid remote work for conducive positions.
Human Resources Generalist
City Of Oakland Park
Oakland Park, FL
11.2008 - 07.2011
- Fulfilled department mission, objectives, business initiatives, key intended results (KIRs), and Strategic Performance Areas (SPAs) in performance of all work in accordance with City’s core values: Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence.
- Presented at and contribute to Management Advance strategic planning sessions.
- Served on negotiating team representing City with four (4) unions, including, AFSCME Clerical and Professional, Federation of Public Employees, and International Association of Fire Fighters.
- Analyzed and costed labor contracts, prepared contract language, and contributed negotiating strategies for City’s interests and positions for collective bargaining sessions. Prepared for Impasse proceedings, presentations to Special Magistrate, and City Commission.
- Fostered positive employee and labor relations. Promptly investigated and responded to employee concerns or complaints and prepared responses to grievances and appeals filed by unions.
- Wrote and revised job descriptions, policies, and procedures. Analyzed compensation, benefits, and classification studies.
- Reviewed Civil Service Rules and proposed changes to Civil Service Board.
- Performed recruitment functions from position requisition through orientation and training.
- Administered wide variety of employee benefit and wellness programs. Prepared RFP for Agent of Record, chaired selection committee, wrote agenda item, and presented to City Commission.
- Worked with department directors on performance evaluation design, delivery, and performance planning.
- Coached managers and supervisors on effective methods for counseling and disciplining employees.
- Managed safety, health, and wellness programs for City including workers’ compensation, workplace safety programs, and accident investigation and review.
- Chaired Accident Review Committee (ARC) and Safety and Incident Prevention Committee (SIPC).
- Implemented automated time and attendance system and configured to accurately record time under various complex pay rules and developed and facilitated customized training for management usage of program. System was operational “live” citywide (including fire rescue employees operating on 24-shifts) within sixty (60) days.
- Appointed by City Manager to serve as human resource’s representative on Technology Steering Committee (TSC).
- Assisted in preparation of agenda items; attended and presented items at City Commission meetings in absence of Director of Human Resources.
- Appointed by Florida Public Employer Labor Relations Association (FPELRA) to serve as Regional Coordinator for Broward County and (southern) Palm Beach County.
Human Resources Consulting and Mentoring
Various
South Florida Tri-county Area, FL
07.2007 - 11.2008
- Successfully performed recruitment services for executive level, management level, staff level, and temporary employees for domestic and international companies while contracting with Abco Staffing in Boca Raton, FL.
- Contracted with HR That Works to provide human resource solutions to companies with 15 to 500 employees and provided coaching, mentoring, and counseling services to employees in existing human resource positions to assist them with professional and personal development.
Director of Human Resources
Metropolitan Home Loans
Coral Springs, FL
08.2005 - 07.2007
- Developed human resources infrastructure for company as it was experiencing rapid growth from 20 employees in one location to over 150 employees in 6 locations.
- Designed training manuals and facilitated meetings for branch managers on HR compliance and internal procedures.
- Wrote employee handbook, which received accolades from employment attorney.
- Supervised recruiting department and ensured that hiring was done in compliance with all applicable laws.
- Seamlessly converted manual payroll process and implemented HRIS system within 4 weeks.
- Worked with brokers to design benefit plans suitable for our employee population and administered all benefit programs.
- Created compensation and incentive plans for financial advisors and managed process for performance management.
- Promptly dealt with employee relations issues and ensured satisfactory resolution for both employer and employee.
- Worked with executive management on managing necessary reductions in force following national economic crisis.
Director of Human Resources
Atlantic Biologicals
Aventura, FL
06.2004 - 08.2005
- Hired from consulting role to direct and manage all human resource functions for its national locations.
- Provided benefit education and administration that increased 401k participation to 97% and reduced following year’s medical premiums by 8%.
- Served as active member of Senior Management team and sought out opportunities to continually learn about company’s industry and business model.
- Instructed Sales Managers in addressing performance issues and worked with them to design positive compensation and incentive programs.
- Implemented biometric timekeeping system and integrated it with new payroll system.
- Wrote employee handbook and other internal policies and procedures.
- Managed all employee relations and was able to promote positive morale during changing climate within company and industry.
Human Resources Consultant; President
Just HR, Inc.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
01.2003 - 06.2004
- Co-created company to provide small businesses (under 100 employees) with alternative to hiring onsite human resources professional or contracting with Professional Employer Organization (PEO) for services.
- Awarded 2003 Small Business of the Year by the Coconut Creek Chamber of Commerce.
- Provided human resources consulting and outsourcing services to companies, spanning various industries, helping business owners proactively and cost-effectively establish and/or further develop their human resource functions and departments.
- Designed sophisticated recruiting processes and performance management programs.
- Sourced competitive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc...) for clients.
- Developed and facilitated seminars and training program to clients and business organizations on various topics regarding human resources/employment law.
- Promptly provided solutions to human resources-related questions from clients and their employees.
Regional Director of Human Resources
Internet Billing Company (iBill)
Deerfield Beach, FL
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Developed and implemented automated recruiting process, which reduced paperwork and turnaround time by 60%. Analyzed and forecasted human resource needs and developed strategy for meeting high volume growth (47% increase in staff from January to November.)
- Responsible for budgeting and expenditures of human resources department and cost allocation of company-wide programs.
- Created comprehensive performance appraisal system based upon measurements directly related to job description and trained management team to utilize system and to develop their employee appraisal techniques.
- Designed compensation structure to ensure that positions are equitably aligned with internal and external markets.
- Produced employer branding marketing campaign that would be conducive to attracting new employees and simultaneously appropriate for marketing to external customers.
- Wrote employee manual to cover company policies, disciplinary procedures, code of conduct and benefits information
Benefits Administrator
Home Diagnostics, Inc.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
08.2000 - 01.2002
Benefits Administrator
Extended Stay America, ESA
Fort Lauderdale, FL
03.2000 - 08.2000
Manager, Human Resource Administration
Postal Center International
Fort Lauderdale, FL
03.1999 - 03.2000
Director of Personnel and Property
YWCA Of Western Massachusetts
Springfield, MA
06.1997 - 12.1998
Education
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL 09.2001 - 03.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
College of Our Lady of The Elms
Chicopee, MA 09.1993 - 05.1996
Skills
Creative, Logical, and Strategic Thinker
undefinedAffiliations
IPMA-HR (International Public Management Association for Human Resources)
- Member, Legislative Task Force
South Florida Chapter of IPMA-HR
- Board, Immediate Past President - 10/2022-09/2024
- Board, Chapter President - 10/2020-09/2022
- Board, Vice President/President-Elect - 10/2018-09/2020
- Board, Director of Communications - 10/2016-09/2018
FPELRA (Florida Public Employers' Labor Relations Association)
Certification
High Performance Leadership Certification (Professional Development Academy)
Work Availability
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Timeline
High Performance Leadership Certification (Professional Development Academy)
04-2022
IPMA-SCP, Senior Certified Professional (IPMA-HR)
11-2012
Director of Human Resources and Risk Management
City of Boynton Beach
07.2011 - 11.2022
Florida Certified Labor Relations Professional (FPELRA)
02-2011
SPHR, Senior Professional in Human Resources (SHRM)
01-2010
Human Resources Generalist
City Of Oakland Park
11.2008 - 07.2011
Human Resources Consulting and Mentoring
Various
07.2007 - 11.2008
Director of Human Resources
Metropolitan Home Loans
08.2005 - 07.2007
Director of Human Resources
Atlantic Biologicals
06.2004 - 08.2005
Human Resources Consultant; President
Just HR, Inc.
01.2003 - 06.2004
Regional Director of Human Resources
Internet Billing Company (iBill)
01.2002 - 01.2003
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Nova Southeastern University
09.2001 - 03.2003
Benefits Administrator
Home Diagnostics, Inc.
08.2000 - 01.2002
Benefits Administrator
Extended Stay America, ESA
03.2000 - 08.2000
Manager, Human Resource Administration
Postal Center International
03.1999 - 03.2000
Director of Personnel and Property
YWCA Of Western Massachusetts
06.1997 - 12.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
College of Our Lady of The Elms
09.1993 - 05.1996