Peter Patron
South Glens Falls,NY
Summary
Dynamic HR Generalist with a proven track record at Cansortium/Etain, adept at enhancing talent acquisition and benefits administration. Skilled in HRIS management and fostering employee relations, I successfully reduced legal risks and improved recruitment processes, driving organizational success through strategic HR initiatives and effective communication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Generalist
Cansortium/Etain
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Ensured compliance with labor laws, reducing legal risks through regular policy reviews and updates.
- Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures to make recommendations for enhancing work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes, and talent management.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives through strategic HR planning.
- Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing, and position management practices.
- Managed benefits administration for over 100 employees throughout NYS, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims.
- Liaised between management and employees to deliver conflict resolution, alleviate problems, and interpret compensation and benefits policies.
Personnel Analyst
Rensselaer County
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Managed sensitive personnel issues with discretion, fostering a trusting work environment for all employees.
- Implemented performance management systems that aligned individual goals with organizational objectives, driving higher productivity levels.
- Facilitated open communication channels between employees and management, promoting a positive workplace culture built on mutual respect and understanding.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
- Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
- Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
Human Resources Generalist
Dennis & Co
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decisionmaking.
- Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA and benefits.
- Served as a liaison between employees and management, addressing concerns or questions to promote open communication and maintain trust.
- Facilitated criminal background check process for new hires.
- Handled new-hire orientation and basic recruiting tasks for best-in-class talent identification.
- Ensured legal compliance by staying current with federal and state regulations, reducing potential risks to the company.
- Implemented and supervised orientation procedures for new hires.
- Administered benefits programs effectively, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims for employees.
- Liaised with HR and payroll to coordinate and manage employee leaves of absence.
- Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
Senior Employment Security Clerk
NYS Department Of Labor
05.2020 - 03.2022
- Established strong working relationships with community organizations to facilitate holistic support for unemployed individuals seeking assistance.
- Maintained personnel clearances in security system.
- Provided empathetic support for unemployed individuals during challenging times, promoting positive mental health.
- Identified areas for improvement in claims processing, leading to increased productivity within the team.
- Expedited claim resolution through diligent follow-up actions with relevant parties such as employers or other agencies involved in the process.
HR Consultant
Adecco
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency by automating manual tasks and reducing paperwork.
- Organized team-building events and activities to foster collaboration, increase morale, and improve overall productivity among staff members.
- Managed conflict resolution by mediating disputes between employees, fostering a positive work environment.
- Collaborated with legal counsel to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
HR Manager/Consultant
Global Operations Security Services, Inc.
07.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
Benefits Analyst
Platinum HR Management Services
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Managed relationships with external partners such as insurance carriers and brokers to ensure optimal service levels for both the company and its employees.
- Conducted thorough investigations into benefit-related issues, resolving discrepancies and providing prompt resolutions for employees.
- Collaborated with HR team to design and administer annual benefits open enrollment events, leading to a smooth process for all employees.
- Provided expert guidance to employees during life events impacting their benefits eligibility or coverage needs, ensuring seamless transitions.
HR Generalist
Resorts World Casino New York City
05.2011 - 09.2014
- Ensured compliance with labor laws, reducing legal risks through regular policy reviews and updates.
- Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures to make recommendations for enhancing work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes, and talent management.
- Prepared detailed reports on key HR metrics for senior leadership''s review, facilitating informed decision-making related to human resources operations strategy adjustments.
- Coached managers on effective performance management techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement among staff members.
- Liaised between management and employees to deliver conflict resolution, alleviate problems, and interpret compensation and benefits policies.
- Conducted thorough job analyses to create accurate job descriptions for various roles within organization.
Industrial Relations Coordinatory
Empire City Casino
06.2007 - 01.2010
- Identified areas for improvement in marketing materials, resulting in updated designs and messaging that resonated with the target audience.
- Conducted market research projects to identify potential partnership opportunities within the industry landscape.
- Developed relationships with community partners to create new opportunities for collaboration and support.
- Served as a liaison between various departments, ensuring clear communication and alignment on goals and objectives.
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, COSkills
- HR policies and procedures
- Onboarding and orientation
- Talent acquisition
- Benefits administration
- Attendance management
- Job analysis
- Compensation and benefits
- HRIS management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Employee onboarding
- Benefits administrator
- HRIS applications proficient
Affiliations
- Member, Phi Theta Kappa
Timeline
HR Generalist
Cansortium/Etain
08.2024 - 03.2025
Personnel Analyst
Rensselaer County
03.2024 - 08.2024
Human Resources Generalist
Dennis & Co
03.2022 - 08.2023
Senior Employment Security Clerk
NYS Department Of Labor
05.2020 - 03.2022
HR Consultant
Adecco
08.2018 - 11.2019
HR Manager/Consultant
Global Operations Security Services, Inc.
07.2017 - 01.2019
Benefits Analyst
Platinum HR Management Services
09.2016 - 05.2017
HR Generalist
Resorts World Casino New York City
05.2011 - 09.2014
Industrial Relations Coordinatory
Empire City Casino
06.2007 - 01.2010
Associate of Science - General Studies
Colorado Technical University
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