Kara Miciotto, SHRM-CP
Summary
Dedicated Director of Human Resources competent in developing widely accepted recruitment and retention strategies. Knowledgeable in new hire training and on-boarding methods. Knowledgeable about changing industry and employment market demands. Expertise includes benefits administration, payroll, policy, safety, compensation structuring and recruitment. Offering successful career history comprising more than 15 years.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Human Resources
LWRC International, LLC
03.2012 - Current
- Manage the onboarding process, providing new hire with necessary tools for success from day one.
- Direct each phase of hiring process, encompassing employment verification, employee relations investigations, criminal background checks and onboarding.
- Maintain "open door" policy to encourage employee communications and resolution of issues.
- Supervise a staff of 5 direct reports.
- Serve as a member of the senior management team as a human resource business partner
- Coordinate and work with management on performance evaluations, supervisory practices, dispute resolution, and employee accountability.
- Manage complex employee relations issues, reducing legal risks and maintaining a positive work environment.
- Maintain company compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Maintain optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
- Negotiate the annual health insurance and other benefits related contracts in excess of millions of dollars
- Process the bi-weekly payroll for all employees and file all related reports
- Mitigate risk exposure through diligent workplace safety practices and proactive policy enforcement.
Group Human Resource Director
Lorch Microwave, LLC
08.2009 - 03.2012
- Frequently traveled to the various site locations to maintain compliance with corporate policies and procedures
- Promoted to fulfill a broad range of HR functions at the corporate level including overseeing all human resource functions for three sites located in California, Florida, and Maryland
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Sr. Human Resource Manager
Lorch Microwave, LLC
01.2006 - 08.2009
- Promoted from HR Specialist to HR Manager
- Evaluated employee onboarding programs and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.
- Managed complex HR projects, leading to increased organizational effectiveness and collaboration.
- Developed promotional paths and succession plans.
- Facilitated open forums between employees and management to foster trust-building dialogue and promote transparency.
Human Resource Manager
Lorch Microwave, LLC
03.2001 - 01.2006
- Performed all general human resource duties to include department set-up, writing and distributing the employee handbook, establishing a performance review system, writing job descriptions, processing payroll and related reports, benefits administrations, writing and enforcing policy and procedures, employee training and development, designing employee orientation program, recruited staff and investigated complaints
- Handled three mergers and acquisitions
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
Education
Master of Science (MSM) - Rehabilitation Counseling
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD06.2019
Master of Science (MSM) - Human Resource Management & Public Administration
Wilmington University
Dover, DE05.2003
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Sociology with a Social Work Concentration
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD12.1999
Skills
- Benefits Administration
- Compliance Management
- HR Analytics
- Human Resources Administration
- Talent Acquisition
- Employee Relations
- Policy Implementation
- Compliance
Certification
- SHRM-CP (Certified Professional in Human Resources), 01/01/10
- CRC (Certified Rehabilitation Counselor), 07/01/19
Professionalreferences
Available Upon Request
Humanresourceskills
- HR Department Startup
- Staff Recruitment & Retention
- Orientation & On-Boarding
- Employment Law
- Employee Relations
- Training & Development
- FMLA/ADA/EEO/WC
- Benefits Administration
- Performance Management
- HR Policies & Procedures
- HR Program/Project Mgt.
- Organizational Change
Timeline
Director of Human Resources
LWRC International, LLC
03.2012 - Current
Group Human Resource Director
Lorch Microwave, LLC
08.2009 - 03.2012
Sr. Human Resource Manager
Lorch Microwave, LLC
01.2006 - 08.2009
Human Resource Manager
Lorch Microwave, LLC
03.2001 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Sociology with a Social Work Concentration
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Master of Science (MSM) - Rehabilitation Counseling
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Master of Science (MSM) - Human Resource Management & Public Administration
Wilmington University
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