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Pamela Clark

Human Resources Professional
South Ozone Park,NY

Summary

Experienced and passionate HR leader with a self-driven approach seeking an opportunity in a setting that values unrivaled service. Demonstrates expertise in employment law, compensation, recruitment, payroll, benefits and employee relations, with a proven track record of engaging with HR service providers and suppliers to optimize organizational performance.


Successful at creating high-performing and efficient work environment, strong stakeholder focus and service-oriented attitude, coupled with excellent organization and interpersonal skills, enabling success in diverse and multicultural settings.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Task Force Director of Human Resources

LOTTE NY Palace Hotel
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Recruited to direct the HR department on a task force basis with complete oversight but not limited to recruitment, employee relations, employee engagement, recruitment, labor relations, benefits administration, L&D, payroll to 980 employee count.
  • Responsible for hiring and training new employees, professional growth of staff and team building and motivation.
  • Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
  • Managed complex employee relations issues, reducing legal risks and maintaining a positive work environment.
  • Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.

Task Force Director of Human Resources

IHG Hotels & Resorts
08.2022 - 10.2023

• Responsible for diversified HR; benefits, compensation, interpreting and updating policies and procedures, troubleshooting and resolving HR issues, talent acquisition, employee education/training, management development, employee relations and regulatory/compliance.

• Global talent acquisition strategies and business objectives to achieve high end business goals and support growth.

• Communicated and advised department heads on talent acquisition matters as it relates to regulatory and compliance.

• Communicated with employees as well as senior management regarding policies and procedures/ compliance.

• Addressed HR conflicts utilizing analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

• Oversaw onboarding function, employee benefit programs as well as employee evaluations and compensation.

• Interfaced with GM and management team.

• Analyzed data on performance and impact of HR programs, processes, policies and act as troubleshooter handling all HR business initiatives, as well as process improvement/efficiencies.

• Prepared budget of HR operations and business strategies and organizational effectiveness.

Human Resource Manager

Radisson Hotel JFK
9 2021 - 08.2022
  • Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
  • Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
  • Reduced time-to-hire metrics by optimizing recruiting processes, utilizing technology, and streamlining candidate screening methods.
  • Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
  • Introduced competitive compensation packages to attract high-caliber professionals while maintaining budgetary constraints.
  • Regularly analyzed workforce trends to proactively address potential skill gaps or staffing needs.
  • Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
  • Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
  • Spearheaded successful recruitment campaigns, attracting top-tier talent to fill key company positions.
  • Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
  • Coordinated company-wide training programs to enhance workforce skills and promote professional growth.
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.

HR Generalist

Riverbay Corporation
12.2018 - 09.2021
  • Performed budget analysis to control expenditures and predict future budget needs.
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Liaised between management and employees to deliver conflict resolution, alleviate problems, and interpret compensation and benefits policies.
  • Analyzed and reported on employee turnover rates to determine root causes and make recommendations for improvement.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Managed payroll processing and benefits to compensate employees for service rendered.
  • Developed and monitored employee recognition programs.
  • Enhanced workplace culture by promoting diversity, inclusion, and open communication initiatives.
  • Supported company growth by leading successful recruitment and hiring campaigns.
  • Ensured compliance with labor laws, reducing legal risks through regular policy reviews and updates.

Sr. HRIS Implementation Consultant/Project Manager

ADP (Contract)
10.2015 - 11.2018
  • Managed all project phases, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control and closure
  • Use structured implementation/migration methodology, manage project risks, and manage project administration
  • Effectively tracked issues and risks, communicated status and escalated concerns via status reports and communication to management
  • Identified and implemented opportunities for process improvement
  • Aligned HCM tool to suit client business needs and ensure regulatory compliance
  • Worked with technical and security architects to mitigate product gaps, facilitating functional analysis of the test environment
  • Worked in concert with technical team, analysts, development and QA testing teams throughout the projects' life cycle
  • Reviewed all Federal I-9 and supporting documentation line by line for verification
  • Facilitated timely migration of client data, maintaining overall client relationship
  • Ensured milestones are successfully met through oversight of project vehicles and coordination of resources
  • Provided scheduled and on-demand status reports and updates
  • Assessed, managed, resolved and escalated (if necessary) risks and issues using HCM and industry best practices
  • Ensured that project management practices and standards and procedures are adhered to on all projects
  • Engaged client and business owners with requirements gathering, process re-design and gap analysis
  • Successful setup and implementation of benefits and ACA requirements for client base of 50+ full-time employees for accurate completion of 1094-C and 1095C
  • Educated the client on the legal/legislative compliance (i.e
  • Reporting requirements, measurement periods, affordability, eligibility guidelines, transition relief and annual reporting requirements) to ensure client compliance with IRS regulations ACA requirements.

Sr. HR Generalist - Contract

Drax Biomass Inc
01.2015 - 09.2015

Human Resource Generalist

Balfour Beatty Infrastructure, Inc
12.2013 - 12.2014

HR Generalist/Sr. Benefits Specialist - Contract

Davidson & Sons Construction Company
11.2012 - 11.2013

Human Resource Administrator

University of Phoenix
03.2006 - 10.2012

Benefits Administrator

UnitedHealth Group, Inc
05.2004 - 03.2006

Education

Bachelors of Arts in Human Resource Management -

Ashford University
Clinton, IA

Skills

Human Resources

Union Experience

  • Local 6: Hotel Trades Council (HANYC)
  • 32BJ: Service Employees International
  • PBA: Police Benevolence Association
  • Local 153: Office & Professional Employees
  • DC9: Painters and Allied Trades Local
  • 282: Building/Construction
  • Local 94: International Union of Operating Engineers

Timeline

Task Force Director of Human Resources

LOTTE NY Palace Hotel
10.2023 - 04.2024

Task Force Director of Human Resources

IHG Hotels & Resorts
08.2022 - 10.2023

HR Generalist

Riverbay Corporation
12.2018 - 09.2021

Sr. HRIS Implementation Consultant/Project Manager

ADP (Contract)
10.2015 - 11.2018

Sr. HR Generalist - Contract

Drax Biomass Inc
01.2015 - 09.2015

Human Resource Generalist

Balfour Beatty Infrastructure, Inc
12.2013 - 12.2014

HR Generalist/Sr. Benefits Specialist - Contract

Davidson & Sons Construction Company
11.2012 - 11.2013

Human Resource Administrator

University of Phoenix
03.2006 - 10.2012

Benefits Administrator

UnitedHealth Group, Inc
05.2004 - 03.2006

Human Resource Manager

Radisson Hotel JFK
9 2021 - 08.2022

Bachelors of Arts in Human Resource Management -

Ashford University
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