Flexible and focused team player skilled at facilitating manager/employee relationships, HR proficiencies, strategic planning and time management. Experience designing and planning employee programs and collecting feedback across various department functions. Considered highly knowledgeable in information technology, Microsoft Office and program management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Employee Relations Advisor
United States Department of the Air Force
Las Vegas, NV
09.2020 - Current
Collaborated with human resources team members to devise and deploy employee relations strategies.
Established tracking metrics and set up dashboard access to maintain current understanding of internal benchmarks and progress toward objectives.
Developed targeted training programs to improve leadership and emotional intelligence skills in managers and senior leader teams, as well as increase understanding of applicable employment laws.
Launched innovative incentive program to achieve low turnover rate in highly competitive market.
Established measures to promote diversity and drive equal access to opportunity and advancement.
Employee Relations Manager
United States Department of the Air Force
Las Vegas, NV
01.2017 - 08.2020
Drove departmental efficiency by organizing comprehensive new hire training and orientation.
Launched wellness plans to reduce stress, boost morale and increase productivity.
Conducted research to maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations and promote compliance with requirements.
Supervised and coordinated activities of human resources staff, delegating tasks relating to employment, compensation and employee relations.
Employee Relations Specialist
United States Department of the Air Force
Las Vegas, NV
11.2011 - 12.2016
Taught frontline leadership to improve labor and management interactions, reducing grievances and arbitration needs.
Provided advice and interpretation of labor relations policies and agreements to enhance company positions.
Researched disciplinary and grievance issues and recommended optimal courses of action.
Supported internal and external programs, cultivating professional relationships with up 1300 employees to uncover opportunities for improvements for Air Force culture and partnerships.
Supported annual performance assessments to increase employee retention and performance improvement.
Conducted telephone and onsite exit interviews for all employees.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resources Development
Villanova University
Villanova, PA
05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management
Ashford University
Clinton, IA
05.2015
Skills
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Conflict Resolution
HR Trend Tracking
Employee Engagement Strategies
Human Capital Management
Leadership Training and Development
Employee Feedback and Recognition
Recruitment
Training development
Talent management
Team Building
Diversity programs
Work Availability
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Quote
There are two types of people who will tell you that you cannot make a difference in this world: those who are afraid to try and those who are afraid you will succeed.
Ray Goforth
Timeline
Employee Relations Advisor
United States Department of the Air Force
09.2020 - Current
Employee Relations Manager
United States Department of the Air Force
01.2017 - 08.2020
Employee Relations Specialist
United States Department of the Air Force
11.2011 - 12.2016
Master of Science - Human Resources Development
Villanova University
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management
Ashford University
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