July Suarez
Teaneck
Summary
Responsive Senior Human Resources Business Partner with well-rounded experience in all functional areas of HR, including labor law compliance, employee relations and performance management, leave of absence and ADA accommodations. Supports clients and effectively balances role of consultant and mentor with gatekeeper to control employer-related risks and grow client's management skills. Thrives on mentoring business owners and managers from small to mid-size employers with proven success at understanding unique business needs to establish genuine relationships as indispensable partner.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
People Experience Manager/DEI & Engagement Lead
Schellman
10.2022 - Current
- In partnership with project and corporate leadership, develop and implement a DE&I strategy on overall business practices including: talent management, company culture development, community engagement, and event planning and execution
- Establish and maintain an internal audit and reporting system to allow for effective measurement of DEI programs and projects
- Assess and monitor program effectiveness and keeps management informed of progress and challenges through regular reporting
- Serve as the center of expertise on DEI for the project, act as a resource for managers and employees, and an advocate for all DEI-related issues
- Provide regular metrics and reporting of agency initiatives; evaluate and analyze metrics and programs; identify root causes, trends and make appropriate recommendations to achieve maximum results
- Assist in the design and coordination of DEI programs and learning experiences to build capability and support the maturity of strategic projects that foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace; will support ad-hoc initiatives and cross-divisional projects.
Sr. Human Resources Business Partner
Kapsch TrafficCom
03.2022 - Current
- Integrated talent management process to include detailed analysis of potential talent gaps and development of career plans to identify and retain current talent and attract outside talent to business
- Analyzed and modified compensation and benefits policies to establish competitive programs and comply with legal requirements
- Developed the organization new leadership model to align with the company vision and mission
- Established proper succession planning across all levels for the business I supported
- Facilitated around 20 Performance Development sessions across the organization to reinforce high performance culture for all senior and critical roles
- Assisted the business in formulating and implementing plans following the Employee Opinion Survey, leading to an average increase of 10% employee engagement
- Investigated and liaised with legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances and other sensitive issues and prepared position statements for EEOC
- Engaged employees and conducted exit interviews to gain complete sense of satisfaction and areas in need of improvement.
Human Resources Business Partner
Kapsch TrafficCom USA
05.2021 - Current
- Identify HR training needs and conducted training for employees and leadership while recommending approaches to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity and within company to reach business goals
- Met with employees annually for progress reviews and performance assessments
- Integrate talent management process to include detailed analysis of potential talent gaps and development of career plans to identify and retain current talent and attract outside talent to business
- Review applicant qualifications and assisted management and recruiting with hiring needs and determining compensation and total package
- Investigate and liaised with legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances and other sensitive issues and prepared position statements for EEOC
- Assesses and aligned compensation packages to market to attract highly qualified applicants for organizational vacancies
- Update training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates, and working with legal and compliance teams
- Led comprehensive safety training program for 60 staff members.
Sr. Human Resources Generalist
Kapsch TrafficCom USA
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with department managers to develop morale-boosting strategies to increase satisfaction and reduce turnover
- Developed and oversaw training courses, including sexual harassment and compliance workshops
- Gathered trend data on compensation, benefits and other key metrics to inform the HR decision-making process
- Liaised with HR management to devise and update policies based on changing industry and social trends
- Boosted employee morale by establishing fair job descriptions, grades, salaries and benefit programs in accordance with market standards
- Evaluated staff performance at multiple facilities and made recommendations for training improvement
- Implemented employee engagement and development activities, presentations and training to maximize productivity and unite workforce
- Reviewed compensation program and developed short- and long-term plans to increase efficiency and employee satisfaction
- Strategized long-term business needs by driving employee feedback for process improvements
- Managed 900 employees across compensation, benefits, wellness and safety, HRIS, payroll and information and data departments to ensure optimal productivity
- Supported clients with HR practice development and program creation, including performance management and evaluations, job descriptions and salary ranges.
HR Generalist
Kapsch TrafficCom USA
05.2018 - 10.2020
- Support and execute critical HR processes, including compensation, performance management, talent acquisition, talent development and workforce planning
- Provide coaching and support to managers and employees on performance improvement plans, conflict resolution and career development
- Assist with the implementation and transition from Dayforce to Workday
- Cooperation with upper management in the implementation of our new compliance system Navex
- Support our VP of Human Resources with the launch of our new Employee Survey
- Liaising with other departments (Compensation, Benefits, Legal, Compliance & Finance) as necessary to resolve issues First point of HR contact for employees; provide advice, council and support for benefits, training, EEO, compliance programs and HR information systems
- Set, enforced and explained HR policies to team members to cultivate compliant and satisfied workforce
- Collaborated with management to build and implement effective, modern employment policies
- Communicated with potential hires to provide clarity on expected tasks, compensation and policies
- In charge of our Wellness Program
- Partner with our Talent Management Director to bring innovation to our department with the help of third party vendors
- Reduced labor budget by 20% by devising innovative methods for adjusting salary ranges while preventing layoffs.
HR Generalist
Radware, Inc.
01.2017 - 05.2018
- Assisted with talent management initiatives, including systems administration of company-wide performance management tools
- Involved in the recruitment efforts including scheduling interviews, meet & greet candidates & assist Radware hiring managers
- Helped with the implementation and transition from ADP to Ultimate Software Works
- Worked with our Human Resources VP to develop processes that increase efficiencies or improve quality of services within the department
- Established Recruiting processes to ensure compliance with all steps, to include interview guides, applicant testing, and background checks
- Worked closely with the Leadership team to drive elements of the Talent Management Strategy (Talent Acquisition, On-boarding, Performance Management, Develop, Succession, Planning and Retention)
- Coached managers through employee relations matters including employee engagement, documentation, discipline and performance improvement plans
- In charge of liaison between employees and our benefit provider.
Talent Acquisition Coordinator Contract
Hertz
04.2016 - 10.2016
- Completed human resource operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees
- Maintained work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions
- Maximized team knowledge and productivity by effectively training, monitoring and directing employees in application of best practices and regulatory protocols
- Troubleshot and resolved problems with HR software to enhance production support and minimize downtime
- Communicated with potential hires to provide clarity on expected tasks, compensation and policies
- Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.
Education
Master Degree - Business Management
FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON UNIVERSITY
Teaneck, NJ01.2015
Bachelor Degree - Business Management
FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON UNIVERSITY
Teaneck, NJ01.2013
Skills
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Team building
- Organizational development
- Performance management
- Compensation and benefits
- Training and development
- ADP Workforce Now
- Workday
- New employee orientations
- Diversity programs
Certification
SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional
Accomplishments
- Promoted to Sr. Human Resources Generalist due to acting as liaison between employee and management to answer questions or concerns regarding company policies, practices and regulations and collecting and analyzing human resources data, and making recommendations for changes to management.
Timeline
People Experience Manager/DEI & Engagement Lead
Schellman
10.2022 - Current
Sr. Human Resources Business Partner
Kapsch TrafficCom
03.2022 - Current
Human Resources Business Partner
Kapsch TrafficCom USA
05.2021 - Current
Sr. Human Resources Generalist
Kapsch TrafficCom USA
10.2020 - 05.2021
HR Generalist
Kapsch TrafficCom USA
05.2018 - 10.2020
HR Generalist
Radware, Inc.
01.2017 - 05.2018
Talent Acquisition Coordinator Contract
Hertz
04.2016 - 10.2016
Master Degree - Business Management
FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON UNIVERSITY
Bachelor Degree - Business Management
FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON UNIVERSITY
SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional
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