Neisha M. Jones
Clearwater,FL
Summary
Human Resources Manager offering 17 years of management experience and development of high-performing teams through recruitment, training, organizational development, and evaluation of performance. Strong record of accomplishment working with senior managers to build an organization to meet performance goals. Strong background in directing hiring practices, designing pay structures, developing employee policies, managing employee payroll and benefits, and working with the executive team to develop talent acquisition and retention goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Human Resources
Lithionics Battery
Clearwater, Florida
10.2021 - Current
- Developed and executed HR strategies and initiatives in line with the overall business strategy.
- Managed the recruitment and selection process efficiently
- Provided daily guidance for performance management to line managers, including coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions.
- Maintained effective communication channels for employee policies and procedures.
- Organized and updated employee database and personnel records
- Oversaw the onboarding process for new hires while assisting with training and development initiatives
- Effectively overseen employee relations, successfully addressing conflicts for improved workplace dynamics.
- Ensured optimal performance of benefits and compensation programs through analysis and monitoring
- Formulated and deployed strategies to enhance employee retention and satisfaction
- Managed biweekly payroll through the use of Paycom Software
- Provided support to employees during the enrollment process for medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Created and managed a proactive recruitment process involving screening, assessment, and interviews in order to maintain an efficient workforce; advised managers on selecting suitable candidates; analyzed exit interviews data for identifying potential enhancements.
- Managed Safety Program including safety meetings, OSHA log maintenance, and reporting responsibilities.
- Successfully increased employee engagement through effective coordination of diverse activities.
- Engaged in both the hiring and termination aspects of employee management.
- Ensures legal compliance by monitoring, investigating, maintaining records, and representing the organization at hearings.
- Maintains compliance with management guidelines through preparation, updating, and recommendation of human resource policies and procedures
- Ensured compliance with company regulations and legal requirements by administering COBRA, LOAs, FMLA usage, and other necessary issues.
- Performed all necessary employee relations investigations and reached conclusions within a 48-hour timeframe.
Human Resources Business Partner
Sun State International
Tampa, Florida
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Utilized ADP Workforce to efficiently process both weekly and semi-monthly payroll with precision
- Assessed and interviewed job seekers to determine their suitability for positions
- Facilitated employee enrollment in medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Maintained organization staff through the implementation of a comprehensive recruitment strategy that involved establishing an interview program, advising managers on candidate selection during exit interview analysis, and offering recommendations for enhancements.
- Conducted new employee orientation to introduce employees to policies, culture, and objectives.
- Oversaw staffing needs, performance reviews, staff development and training procedures, and coaching initiatives.
- Managed employee engagement and communication activities, guiding employee safety and workers' compensation activities.
- Diagnosed potential personnel issues to create action plans to eliminate complications.
- Worked with business leaders to evaluate and optimize human resources policies.
- Planned and executed special events such as holiday parties for employees.
- Implemented innovative employee incentive program to increase staff productivity.
- Launched wellness plans to reduce stress, boost morale and increase productivity.
- Attended conferences, workshops and special events to recruit qualified candidates for company.
Senior Human Resources Consultant
Self Employed Services
Clearwater, Florida
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Developed, implemented, and monitored human resources policies, procedures, and programs.
- Provided advice on employee relations issues such as grievances, disciplinary actions, terminations, and performance management.
- Conducted job analysis to determine job requirements and duties.
- Advised managers on organizational design structure, job descriptions, and classification systems.
- Researched best practices in human resources management and consulted with business leaders to develop HR strategies to support their objectives.
- Coordinated recruitment activities including screening applicants, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks.
- Facilitated onboarding processes for new hires including orientation sessions and administering benefits packages.
- Managed employee records by legal requirements, ensuring the accuracy of data entry into the HR system.
- Performed exit interviews with departing staff members to gain insights into company culture from a former employee's perspective.
- Counseled employees on personal matters that may affect their work performance.
- Maintained knowledge of current employment law regulations at both state and federal level.
- Assessed personnel performance and provided guidance for continuous improvement.
- Liaised with management and employees to answer inquiries, administer contracts and support problem resolution.
- Addressed harassment allegations, work complaints or other employee concerns.
Human Resources Generalist
Precision Valve
Travelers Rest, SC
07.2017 - 02.2018
- Successfully handled bi-weekly Payroll processing for a workforce of 200 by effectively utilizing the Ideal HR Software
- Implemented efficient systems for adding and reviewing bi-weekly payroll deductions
- Updated job requirements and descriptions for all positions to maintain work structure
- Established recruiting, testing, and interviewing programs to maintain organization staff. Counseled managers on candidate selection and conducted exit interviews for analysis. Recommended changes based on findings.
- Ensures employee readiness for assignments through the implementation of effective orientation and training programs.
- Maintained legal compliance by monitoring and implementing federal and state human resource requirements; investigated issues kept records, and represented the organization at hearings.
- Performed data entry of employee information in HRIS system for accurate record keeping.
- Prepared reports related to personnel activity such as turnover rate or hiring process metrics.
- Participated in career fairs or recruiting events at local colleges and universities for talent acquisition purposes.
- Maintained records of payroll forms, leave notifications, employee files, benefits information and workers' compensation files.
- Worked on 401(k) administration, FMLA and workers' compensation claims and benefits.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies
- Provide new employees with an explanation of benefits and instruct them on enrollment and fulfillment procedures
- Collaborated with various departments to gain insight on project productivity, plan improvements and gauge effectiveness and update projects to meet company objectives and long-term goals.
- Assist employees with enrolling in medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Inform employees of changes to the benefits structure
- Provide ongoing support for benefits and HR teams
- Maintains human resource staff job results by counseling and disciplining employees, planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
Human Resources Generalist
Kongsberg Automotive
Easley, SC
06.2016 - 02.2017
- Managed bi-weekly payroll processing for a workforce of 104 employees through the utilization of the Workday software.
- Updated job requirements and descriptions for all positions to maintain work structure
- Established a comprehensive recruiting, testing, and interviewing program to support organization staff.
- Administered informative and engaging new hire orientation sessions to effectively onboard employees
- Provided support to employees during the benefits selection process.
- Conducted background checks and orientation, coordinating new employee onboarding process.
- Maintained human resources records by processing applications and resumes.
- Established and maintained trusted relationships around organization to optimize business and employee experience.
- Assisted candidates with application processes by answering questions about application, performing background checks, providing I-9 forms and handling drug screening paperwork.
- Established and generated various reports to verify HR compliance.
- Addressed harassment allegations, work complaints or other employee concerns.
- Administered employee benefit plans.
Human Resources and Payroll Manager
Florida Cleaning Systems
10.2010 - 01.2016
- Managed bi-weekly Payroll processing for a workforce of 538 individuals using the Trinet Software
- Achieved significant growth within a short timeframe, increasing staff from 50 to a team of 538 in only 9 months.
- Formulated and deployed HR strategies and initiatives to support the company's overall strategic objectives
- Streamlined employee relations by proactively addressing demands and resolving issues, contributing to a positive work environment.
- Executed effective talent acquisition strategies
- Drove business success through strategic management of talent acquisition, development, and retention.
- Managed and tracked HR strategies, systems, tactics, and procedures at all levels of the organization.
- Fostered a positive environment for team collaboration
- Managed a performance appraisal system that facilitated and delivered high levels of performance
- Managed and upheld the adequacy of pay plan and benefits program
- Applied expertise in identifying necessary training and successfully monitored its implementation
- Supported decision-making by analyzing HR metrics and generating management reports.
- Maintained legal compliance throughout the entire human resource management process
Office Administrative Assistant
Lazy Boy
Ocoee, FL
09.2006 - 10.2010
- Greeted visitors and answered incoming calls, providing information to callers or redirecting them to the appropriate personnel.
- Managed payroll processing every week for a team of 94 employees
- Utilized delivered order information to accurately determine sales staff commissions
- Supervised and coordinated staff activities
- Interview job applicants
- Conduct orientation for new employees
- Administer salaries and determine leave entitlements
- Be involved in staff training and development, preparation of job descriptions, staff assessments, and promotions
- Maintain employee information
- Provide new employees with an explanation of benefits and instruct them on enrollment and fulfillment procedures
- Assist employees with enrolling in medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Provide ongoing support for benefits and HR teams.
Education
OSHA10 CERTIFIED -
01.2021
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources Management
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Del Turabo
Gurabo, PR06.2014
Skills
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Conflict Management
- Employee Relations
- Succession Planning
- Recruitment Strategies
- Benefits Administration
- Organizational Development
- Payroll Management
- Internal Communications
- HR analytics
- Compensation design
- Onboarding Programs
- Talent management
- Diversity and Inclusion
- HRIS Implementation
- Workforce Planning
- Retention Strategies
- HR policies development
- Labor Relations
- Staff compensation
- Employee Handbook Development
- Leadership Development
- Budget Administration
- Leadership Training and Development
- Compensation Structuring
- Compliance
- Workers Compensation
- Onboarding process
- Program Development
- Benefits programs
- Employee Recognition
- Policy Implementation
- Legal Compliance
- Safety and Wellness Programs
- Strategic Planning
References
Furnished upon request
Accomplishments
- 2024 MVP of Culture Award
- 2024 Pillar of Strength Award
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Vice President of Human Resources
Lithionics Battery
10.2021 - Current
Human Resources Business Partner
Sun State International
02.2021 - 09.2021
Senior Human Resources Consultant
Self Employed Services
03.2018 - 12.2020
Human Resources Generalist
Precision Valve
07.2017 - 02.2018
Human Resources Generalist
Kongsberg Automotive
06.2016 - 02.2017
Human Resources and Payroll Manager
Florida Cleaning Systems
10.2010 - 01.2016
Office Administrative Assistant
Lazy Boy
09.2006 - 10.2010
OSHA10 CERTIFIED -
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources Management
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Sistema Universitario Ana G Mendez - Universidad Del Turabo
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