Michelle Little
Riverton,UT
Summary
High-performing Human Resource Professional with solid background in human resources. Analyzes and evaluates job duties and requirements using understanding of compensation and benefits laws and regulations. Strong organizational skills with keen eye for detail. A human resource professional with multi-unit and multi-state experience in leadership development, recruiting, coaching, mentoring, training and development, and employee relations. Demonstrated history of integrity, accountability and professionalism. Reliable and competent with an ability to support human capital needs, exceed business development goals and meet deadlines. High-performing [Job Title] with solid background in human resources. Analyzes and evaluates job duties and requirements using understanding of compensation and benefits laws and regulations. Strong organizational skills with keen eye for detail.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Workmans Compensation Consultant
Kourtney Layton and Associates
05.2021 - Current
- Developed comprehensive reports for executive leadership, highlighting key findings from compensation analyses and providing recommendations for strategic decision-making purposes.
- Participated in industry surveys to gather market intelligence for ongoing competitiveness analyses.
- Evaluated job positions for proper classification, grade assignment, and alignment within organizational structure.
- Served as subject matter expert on various projects related to employee benefits, total rewards strategy, and workforce planning initiatives.
- Monitored emerging compensation trends by attending industry conferences and networking with other professionals, applying knowledge to inform future planning efforts.
- Improved compensation strategies by conducting thorough market analysis and benchmarking studies.
Human Resource Manager
McWane Ductile Utah
01.2016 - 04.2021
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
- Worked with Union Representatives and Union grievances for successful resolution.
- Negotiated two Union contracts.
- Optimized payroll processing procedures for accuracy and timeliness using advanced software solutions.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective talent management strategies and fostering positive work environment.
- Established effective succession planning strategies to prepare future leaders in line with organizational objectives.
- Motivated employees through special events and incentive programs.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Coordinated company-wide training programs to enhance workforce skills and promote professional growth.
Director of Human Resources
Batters & Bands DBA Precision Time
09.2003 - 07.2015
- Established Human Resource Department for rapidly growing retail company, taking company from family owned 29 stores to 110 corporate stores with revenue of$25 million.
- Responsible for 800 employees in 20 states annually regarding selection, staffing, on boarding, file maintenance, benefits, performance management, disciplinary actions, rewards and compensation, separations.
- Conducted over I00 management interviews yearly.
- Selected, negotiate and administer benefit programs. Implemented 40 I K plan and ACA compliance.
- Employee Relations, coaching, counseling conducting investigations, leadership training.
- Employee investigations
- Employee coaching and counseling on personnel issues
- Provided regulatory compliance relating to employment laws and benefits.
- Coordinated and facilitated annual leadership conferences.
- Developed and maintained employee Handbook
People Services Consultant / Traning Coordinator,
Papa Johns International
03.1999 - 04.2003
- • Improved selection and training of managers, increasing retention by 120% and resulting in lowest regional turnover rate for company in 2002.
- • Managed training budget of $300,000.00 resulting in 98% certified manages and reduced management turnover by 100%.
- • Successfully administered $200,000.00 Recruiting budget for Colorado region.
- • Supervised performance management system for 1500 employees and managers.
- • Administration of all Human Resource policies and procedures for 44 stores. Managed open enrollment and benefits training of all 1500 employees.
- • Managed open enrollment and benefits training of all 1500 employees.
- • Trained 300 managers: 5 soft-skills courses; IO financial & profitability courses.
- • Received the high course & instructor evaluations from trainees.
- • Recruited approximately 300 management associates through print and online media.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Development And Training
Brigham Young University
Provo, UTSkills
Recruiting/Hiring Multi-site operations
Team Building/Leadership
Benefits Administration Development
(Proficiency with Boss Benefit System)
Training and Development Business Development
Employee Relations Executive and Management Retail Management
- Competitive Market Analysis
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Strategic Thinking
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship Building
- Staff Support
- Project management experience
Certification
SPHR- Professional Human Resource Certification
SHRM_SCP Senior Certified Professional
Timeline
Workmans Compensation Consultant
Kourtney Layton and Associates
05.2021 - Current
Human Resource Manager
McWane Ductile Utah
01.2016 - 04.2021
Director of Human Resources
Batters & Bands DBA Precision Time
09.2003 - 07.2015
People Services Consultant / Traning Coordinator,
Papa Johns International
03.1999 - 04.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resource Development And Training
Brigham Young University
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