Innovative and strategic HR Leader who effectively delivers organizational success through effective people management and strategic planning. Expertise in employee relations, talent acquisition, and compliance, with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable outcomes. Adaptable and reliable, skilled in navigating dynamic environments and aligning HR strategies with business goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Human Resources
The Arc of Greater Prince William
09.2018 - Current
Company Overview: Non-profit organization providing services for individuals with developmental disabilities, 260 employees
As the first fully dedicated Human Resources professional, established a fully functioning Human Resources Department that serves 260+ employees in multiple locations
Develop strategies and infrastructure for all Human Resources functions to include benefits and compensation, recruitment and retention, on-boarding and integration, employee relations, training and development, coaching, performance management, policy development and legal compliance
Work strategically and pro-actively with executive management to align operational needs with HR policies, guidelines, legal requirements, and best practices
KEY
Successfully reduced outside staffing costs by 75% within the first year and eliminated all outside staffing costs in year two
Enabled a scalable HR infrastructure supporting a 40% growth in workforce through strategic workforce planning and organizational design
Redesigned benefits offerings that enhance employee well-being, engagement, and recruitment efforts
Implemented targeted leadership development training programs, growing the internal promotion rate by 70%
Oversaw the development and implementation of an agency-wide retention strategy, reducing turnover by 50%
Implementation of Relias Training Software to automate staff trainings resulting in 93% licensing compliance versus previous average of 60%
Led a comprehensive job analysis and evaluation project, resulting in a streamlined structure and improved pay equity
Manage quality improvement efforts and compliance initiatives to develop a culture of ongoing readiness for HR surveys and audits
Senior Human Resources Administrator
DDL OMNI Engineering
06.2012 - 08.2018
Company Overview: Engineering and technical services defense contractor, 270 employees
Provided full-service functional HR support in the areas of talent management, benefits and compensation, employee relations, policy development, regulatory compliance, and Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action programs
Managed full cycle recruitment across 4 divisions to include sourcing, advertising, assessing resumes, interviewing and onboarding
Consulted with hiring managers regarding appropriate staffing and recruitment strategies
Assisted HR Director in the development and implementation of relevant personnel practices and policies
Provided support to managers at all levels in the company in complying with company policies
Maintained current knowledge and understanding of state, federal, and local regulations and helped ensure compliance with: ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, FLSA, and ADA
Informed and advised management of the impact of legislature and regulations involving employment practices
Researched salary surveys and market information to advise hiring managers in making pay decisions
Administered company benefits programs, wellness initiatives, COBRA, disability and FMLA
Completed various government reporting requirements to include EEO-1, Vets 100, and AAP
Engineering and technical services defense contractor, 270 employees
Successful launch of Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to include configuration of hosted career site, development and design
Developed hiring manager training for the ATS
Consulted with hiring managers to determine staffing needs to create a solid candidate pipeline
Earned respect and reputation for ability to partner, recruit, retain, develop and motivate employees to new levels of productivity
Restructured the recruiting process with an emphasis on utilizing social media to attract top talent
Streamlined and improved the onboarding process ensuring a smooth transition while improving new hire retention
Continuous successful search and placement for difficult to fill niche positions while competing with other contractors
Trained hiring managers on interviewing techniques, best practices and coaching sessions that contributed to sound hiring decisions
Appointed as Company Newsletter Editor to include several original submissions
Developed and executed company wellness program initiatives that improved morale and employee health
Human Resources Manager
Progenix, LLC (formerly Care Rehab & Orthopaedic Products, Inc)
01.2001 - 01.2012
Company Overview: Developer and supplier of pain management devices
Administered a full spectrum of HR functions to include: developed job postings and placed advertisements, interviewed and screened candidates, on-boarding, benefits administration, personnel records management, managed HRIS, FMLA, COBRA, legal compliance, payroll administration
Managed the organization and coordination of office operations
Assisted in the development of personnel policies, procedures, and training programs to improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency
Worked with management in the review and analysis of employee issues and recommended appropriate action
Prepared reports, composed and distributed written correspondence to staff and maintained forms and manuals
Supported management on various projects
Developer and supplier of pain management devices
Upon hire, helped establish growing organization’s first Human Resources Department covering 100 employees and sales staff
Developed policies and procedures that brought organization up to legal compliance
Worked with management to develop a comprehensive new-hire orientation and on-boarding program
Executed cost effective changes to existing benefit plans while enhancing benefit options
During organizational downsizing and restructuring, identified operational improvement areas and provided management with recommendations that improved processes and increased efficiency
Assisted with the development and implementation of staff emergency communications plan that allowed sales staff to remain in contact with patients
As a member of organization’s Quality Improvement/Leadership Management Committee, administered compliance preparations and created documentation for tracking purposes resulting in multiple successful JCAHO surveys, (national organization that accredits and certifies health care organizations)
Assisted in launching quarterly executive management meetings to ensure situational awareness across departments and collaboration to meet organization objectives
Education
M.A. - Human Resources Management
Marymount University
B.S. - Business Administration, Minor in HR Management
DeVry University
Skills
Benefits administration
Compliance management
HR analytics
Organizational development
Employee relations
Performance management
Employee morale building
HR policy development
Legal compliance
Records management
ADP workforce now
Affiliations
Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM)
Timeline
Director of Human Resources
The Arc of Greater Prince William
09.2018 - Current
Senior Human Resources Administrator
DDL OMNI Engineering
06.2012 - 08.2018
Human Resources Manager
Progenix, LLC (formerly Care Rehab & Orthopaedic Products, Inc)
01.2001 - 01.2012
B.S. - Business Administration, Minor in HR Management