Paula Mayer
Carson City,NV
Summary
Experienced human resources professional with over 10 years of private and non-profit sector expertise. Proficient in conflict resolution, benefits management, and fostering effective communication. Seeking to contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Development Officer Community & Foundation
Carson Tahoe Health
Carson City, NV
01.2023 - 10.2025
- Developed creative strategies for approaching new prospects for donations.
- Executed strategic campaigns to endorse organizational goals effectively.
- Conducted research on potential donors and identified their interests and priorities.
- Acquired monetary contributions via sponsorships, governmental awards and charitable foundations
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure successful implementation of donor-funded projects.
HR Operations Manager
Dolan Auto Group
Reno, NV
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Led initiatives to drive employee engagement and foster effective communication, collaborating with management to address and resolve employee issues promptly.
- Managed HR functions including recruitment, HRIS, compliance, payroll, and benefits administration, ensuring seamless operational efficiency.
- Developed strategies to improve recruitment, onboarding, retention, and employee relations initiatives.
- Assisted in developing compensation plans that are competitive and compliant with labor laws.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable employment law changes affecting the organization.
HR Business Partner
Carson Tahoe Health
Carson City, NV
09.2018 - 08.2021
- Conducted performance reviews, managed employee relations issues, and provided guidance on policies and procedures.
- Provided HR advice to managers on workforce planning, talent management, and organizational development.
- Analyzed data from surveys, interviews, focus groups. to identify trends in employee engagement and satisfaction.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, conducting background checks.
- Created job descriptions for open positions based on business needs and requirements.
HR Employee Relation Specialist
Harrah’s & Harvey’s Resort and Casino
Stateline, NV
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to review progress and address any concerns.
- Participated in ongoing training and compliance activities.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
Talent Manager
Harrah’s Resort Southern California
Valley Center, CA
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Developed and implemented talent acquisition strategies to attract top-level professionals.
- Provided support in the recruitment process, including sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, and negotiating salaries.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to employees on their development and career goals.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify staffing needs and develop job descriptions for open positions.
- Coached managers on best practices for recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and retaining talent.
Teammate Development Manager
Harrah’s Resort Southern California
Valley Center, CA
07.2015 - 07.2017
- Developed and implemented staff training programs to ensure organizational goals are met.
- Conducted regular assessments of staff performance and provided feedback to improve job performance.
- Created and maintained records of all employee training activities, including attendance and assessment results.
- Organized workshops, seminars, conferences, and other learning events for employees.
- Conducted research on best practices in the field of human resources development.
HR Training Specialist
Harrah’s & Harvey’s Resort and Casino
Stateline, NV
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Developed and maintained training materials, including job aids, handouts, and presentations.
- Created assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs.
- Facilitated classroom instruction for groups up to 100 students.
- Monitored instructor performance during delivery of courses and provided feedback as needed.
- Coordinated with subject matter experts in order to develop comprehensive training content.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Entrepreneurship
University of Nevada-Reno
Reno, NV01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management, Gaming Management
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Menomonie, WI01.2007
Skills
- Labor Relations
- Staffing optimization
- Dispute Mediation
- HR leadership
- Organizational Development
- Leadership Development
- Performance Assessment
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Talent Acquisition
- Employment law
References
Available on request.
Certification
SHRM-CP certified 2018-2024
Accomplishments
Carson City Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of The Year - 2024
Carson City Chamber of Commerce Leadership Academy graduate - 2024
Timeline
Development Officer Community & Foundation
Carson Tahoe Health
01.2023 - 10.2025
HR Operations Manager
Dolan Auto Group
08.2021 - 01.2023
HR Business Partner
Carson Tahoe Health
09.2018 - 08.2021
HR Employee Relation Specialist
Harrah’s & Harvey’s Resort and Casino
06.2018 - 09.2018
Talent Manager
Harrah’s Resort Southern California
07.2017 - 06.2018
Teammate Development Manager
Harrah’s Resort Southern California
07.2015 - 07.2017
HR Training Specialist
Harrah’s & Harvey’s Resort and Casino
08.2013 - 06.2015
SHRM-CP certified 2018-2024
Master of Business Administration - Entrepreneurship
University of Nevada-Reno
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management, Gaming Management
University of Wisconsin-Stout
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