Martin Gaskin
Human Resources Professional
Petaluma,CA
Summary
Highly accomplished Director of Human Resources with 15+ years of progressive experience in California's dynamic healthcare sector. Proven leader in developing and executing HR strategies that drive substantial organizational growth, including scaling staff from 80 to 170 employees within nine months. Expertise spans strategic HR planning, full-cycle talent management, comprehensive employee relations, and ensuring robust compliance with California labor laws and regulations. Adept at leveraging HRIS for data-driven decision-making and fostering high employee engagement. Human resources professional with extensive background in developing and executing HR strategies that align with business objectives. Known for a strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results through effective talent management and employee development. Reliable and adaptable, possessing key skills in organizational development and performance management, ensuring a productive and cohesive workforce.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Human Resources
Meritage Medical Network
08.2016 - Current
- As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, align HR strategies to support company initiatives, driving organizational growth and effectiveness for up to 180 employees.
- Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive HR policies, processes, training, and initiatives to ensure human resource compliance.
- Oversee administration of all HR programs, including compensation, 401K, Health & Welfare benefits, leave, disciplinary matters, investigations, performance and talent management, and health & safety.
- Identify staffing and recruiting needs; develop and execute best practices for hiring and talent management, including workforce expansion and reduction.
- Analyze organizational trends and HRIS metrics (Paychex, ADP, APS, Paylocity) to inform strategic decision-making and optimize HR operations.
- Ensure 100% compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, with a strong emphasis on California-specific labor laws, mitigating legal risks.
- Provide oversight for Compliance, Risk Management, and Facilities, demonstrating a broad understanding of organizational operations.
Manager of Human Resources & Facilities
Meritage Medical Network
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Directed talent acquisition processes, including recruitment, interviewing, and hiring, significantly improving hiring efficiency.
- Grew the Meritage staff from 80 to 170 employees in nine months, effectively scaling HR operations and managing rapid organizational growth.
- Provided counsel and mentoring to management on disciplinary issues, ensuring fair and consistent practices.
- Supervised and mentored a team of five HR professionals (HR Business Partners, Recruiters, and Coordinator), ensuring efficient HR service delivery.
- Oversaw the Meritage Risk Management program, coordinating with the insurance broker during renewals to limit cost increases and improve coverage.
HR Business Partner/Facilities Administrator
Meritage Medical Network
08.2016 - 03.2023
- Assisted the HR team with daily workflow, operations, planning, and prioritization of projects, enhancing departmental efficiency.
- Managed full-cycle employee recruitment for all positions, streamlining hiring processes and reducing time-to-fill by 50%.
- Onboarded up to 70 new employees annually and coordinated comprehensive offboarding processes with cross-functional departments (IT, Payroll/Accounting).
- Organized and maintained the applicant database for candidates, tracking openings, and reporting recruitment and hiring metrics.
- Communicated company benefits programs and retirement plans to 250 employees and two separate divisions, improving understanding and utilization.
- Served as the primary contact for all facilities-related items, liaising with building management for repairs/requests, and annually renewed four business licenses.
Retail Management Associate
Crate & Barrel
03.2009 - 06.2016
Realtor Associate
07.2004 - 03.2009
HR Generalist/Clinic Facilities Manager
Mission Neighborhood Health Center
01.1999 - 06.2005
Education
Human Resources Management
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CASocial Sciences and Broadcast Communications
College of Marin
Kentfield, CASkills
- Human resources operations
- Legal compliance
- Staff management
- Workforce planning, including scaling up and reduction in force
- Risk management
- Organizational development
- Succession planning
- Full cycle recruitment, including onboarding and offboarding
- Labor law compliance
- HRIS management
- Workplace investigations
Certification
- Member, Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
- Member, California Chamber of Commerce
Additional Skills
Bilingual in Spanish
Timeline
Manager of Human Resources & Facilities
Meritage Medical Network
03.2023 - 12.2023
Director of Human Resources
Meritage Medical Network
08.2016 - Current
HR Business Partner/Facilities Administrator
Meritage Medical Network
08.2016 - 03.2023
Retail Management Associate
Crate & Barrel
03.2009 - 06.2016
Realtor Associate
07.2004 - 03.2009
HR Generalist/Clinic Facilities Manager
Mission Neighborhood Health Center
01.1999 - 06.2005
Human Resources Management
San Francisco State University
Social Sciences and Broadcast Communications
College of Marin
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