Michael Nicholson
Human Resources Business Partner
Kingsport,TN
Summary
Proven People Operations Specialist with a track record of enhancing workforce efficiency and reducing turnover by 12% at the Department of Veterans Affairs. Expert in HR analytics and fostering diversity and inclusion, I streamlined processes, significantly cutting reporting time. My tenure at the VA and BAE Systems showcases my ability to improve compliance and employee satisfaction through innovative solutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Human Resources Business Partner
Department of Veterans' Affairs
Johnson City, TN
12.2020 - Current
- Reduced employee turnover by conducting insightful exit interviews and addressing key issues identified.
- Managed 500+ employee lifecycle transactions, reducing errors by 20%.
- Created HR dashboards, cutting reporting time from 5 hours to 30 minutes/week.
- Led compliance audits, achieving a 98% accuracy rate.
- Reduced new hire administrative time by 30% through process improvements.
- Supported compensation analysis, improving internal promotion rates by 10%.
- Identified attrition trends, contributing to a 12% reduction in turnover.
People Operations Specialist
Bae Systems Inc.
Kingsport, TN
04.2015 - 05.2017
- - Processed 500+ employee records with 99% accuracy, ensuring compliance.
- Assisted in onboarding 30+ new hires/month, reducing time-to-productivity by 20%.
- Automated HR data entry, saving 10+ hours per month.
- Reduced HRIS data errors by 15% through workflow improvements. - Reduced employee turnover rates by addressing concerns and implementing effective solutions to workplace challenges.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Summa Cum Laude
- SHRM Certified
- SPHR Certified
Skills
HR policies and procedures
Recruitment and selection
Employment law compliance
HR analytics
Workforce planning
Organizational development
Internal communications
Diversity and inclusion
Timeline
Human Resources Business Partner - Department of Veterans' Affairs
12.2020 - Current
East Tennessee State University - Bachelor of Arts, Human Resources Management
08.2020 - 05.2023
People Operations Specialist - Bae Systems Inc.
04.2015 - 05.2017