Linda Gardner

Own and operate a Reflexology Business, Y2W2 Consulting, LLC

Human Resources Consulting

Assisted in planting the church

Operated banking transactions

Made purchases for church services

Managed benevolent requests

Preached upon request

Assisted Lead Pastor upon request

Home and hospital visits

Lead services in the Lead Pastor's absence.

Deposited church funds

Officiated weddings

Officiated funerals

Other duties as assigned

Assisted in planting the church

Manged day-to-day operations of the church

Assisted Co-Pastors as requested

Operated financial transactions

Managed properties that were rented

Secured building permits for remodeling

Praise and Worship Leader

Other duties as assigned

• Provided new hires with necessary tools for success from day one.
• Directed each phase of hiring process, encompassing employment verification, employee relations investigations, criminal background checks and onboarding.
• Maintained "open door" policy to encourage employee communications and resolution of issues.
• Coordinated and worked with management on performance evaluations, supervisory practices, dispute resolution, and employee accountability.
• Member of the hospital Executive Staff
• Lead Management Negotiator
• Managed complex employee relations issues, reducing legal risks and maintaining a positive work environment.
• Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
• Ensured compliance with all relevant labor laws, protecting both employees'' rights and the organization''s interests.
• Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
• Implemented competitive compensation packages, attracting top-tier candidates and retaining valuable employees.

• Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
• Developed comprehensive employee training programs, resulting in a more skilled workforce.
• Collaborated on hiring and training of new employees, professional growth of staff and team building and motivation.
• Implemented data-driven decision-making processes within the HR department to identify areas of improvement.
• Increased employee engagement with open communication channels and regular feedback opportunities.
• Led HR department restructuring, optimizing team resources for improved productivity and effectiveness.
• Mitigated risk exposure through diligent workplace safety practices and proactive policy enforcement.
• Conducted thorough job analyses to develop accurate position descriptions and salary structures.
• Established performance management systems to align individual goals with organizational objectives.
• Optimized workforce planning strategies to align staffing levels with business needs efficiently.
• Coordinated professional development programs that resulted in enhanced employee skills, boosting internal promotions.
• Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors, maximizing the value of HR services received while minimizing costs.
• Oversaw benefits administration, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness of offerings.
• Fostered strong relationships between human resources staff members, encouraging collaboration on projects.
• Enhanced company culture by promoting diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Recommended appropriate resolutions to employee relations concerns and handled disciplinary issues and investigations of misconduct.
• Interviewed potential hires, negotiated salaries and benefits and performed reference checks.
• Provided updates on HR policy changes to employees to satisfy compliance and state laws.
• Educated employees on company policy and kept employee handbook current.
• Conducted investigations and assisted with handling employee complaints involving Affirmative Action and EEOC to promote equitable workplace.
• Managed other HR staff and oversaw completion of tasks and initiatives.
• Participated at strategic and operational level to develop and strengthen human resources services, relationships and mission.
• Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.
• Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
• Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates and working with legal and compliance teams.
• Member of the Executive team
• Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
• Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive employee relations program.
• Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
• Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
• Managed complex employee relations issues, reducing legal risks and maintaining a positive work environment.