Sabrina Meyer
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Pragmatic, dependable, hardworking, detail-oriented/result based, seasoned candidate. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, use sound and independent decision-making skills while working collaboratively across organizational structure. Strong analytical skills, demonstrated ability to apply legal guidelines, develop and implement efficient systems and processes. Effective communicator, flexible, adaptable, ethical and collegial. I am committed to participatory governance, equal opportunity, equity and inclusion.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Director
Honey's House Family Childcare
Santa Rosa, CA
01.2019 - Current
- Developed successful childcare business implementing and following all state licensing requirements
- Adapted business model during COVID to set up and oversee distance learning pod while implementing all safety protocols and developing care plan for non school age children
- Responsible for all aspects of strategic planning, marketing, financial budgeting, compliance, staffing and day to day operations.
Chief Human Resources Officer
Mendocino Lake Community College District
Ukiah, CA
01.2015 - 11.2018
- Served as the Equal Employment Officer, Title IX Coordinator, Compliance Officer and Lead Negotiator
- Chaired committees for Professional Development, Equal Employment Opportunity and Health Benefits
- Developed, implemented and monitored for compliance all personnel policies, collective bargaining agreements and applicable state and federal laws. Advised and updated executive level management including President and Board of Trustees.
- Facilitated employee relations, benefits administration, and performance management initiatives to support organizational mission.
- Assisted and advised in developing strategic plan for staffing and employee relations/retention.
Director of Human Resources
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA
10.2012 - 01.2015
- Managed operational staff and functions of the Human Resources department including personnel policies, employee relations, employee leaves, benefits, workers compensation, HRIS implementation and maintenance, professional development for all staff and faculty, recruitment, retention and retirement, collective bargaining compliance and negotiations, classification analysis and review, performance evaluations, grievance and disciplinary investigations, EEOC and Title IX compliance
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws, as well as established organizational standards for organization with approximately 3500 employees
- Collaborated on recruiting, hiring and training of new employees, professional growth of staff and team building and motivation
- Participated at strategic and operational level to develop and strengthen human resources services, relationships and mission
- Coordinated and worked with management on performance evaluations, supervisory practices, dispute resolution, and employee accountability
- Collaborated with stakeholders across the organization to maintain proper flow of communication and execution of planned initiatives and projects
Assistant Director of Human Resources
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA
01.2002 - 10.2012
- Conferred with supervisors to review, determine, and recommend actions relative to human resource matters
- Represented human resources at personnel-related hearings, investigations and meetings and provided information to assist legal defense for EEOC, employment claims and lawsuits
- Assisted Human Resources Director in managing and supporting development and operation of HR
- Led, supervised, guided, and trained departmental staff and provided general oversight of employment, payroll and record keeping functions
- Coordinated compliance of EEO plan to continually audit, monitor and evaluate progress in meeting objectives
- Supported Human Resources Director and administration by performing research and providing input on policies and procedures
- Conducted job audits to determine job duties and requirements, develop and maintain job descriptions and maintain job classifications
- Directed hiring and onboarding programs for new employees.
Coordinator, Employee Relations
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA
04.1998 - 01.2002
- Assisted in the coordination of the collective bargaining and related employee relations processes for the District
- Conducted classification reviews, compensation analyses. Recommended wage/salary guidelines and implemented changes
- Utilized proactive communication abilities to resolve employment-related disputes
- Managed conflict resolutions to encourage professional and positive relationships
- Implemented employee recognition and rewards systems to promote a positive work environment
- Promoted employee welfare by maintaining proper protocols throughout investigations and disciplinary procedures.
Personnel Technician & School Secretary
Sonoma County Office of Education
Santa Rosa, CA
09.1989 - 04.1998
- Initiated and maintained personnel and employee-related files and records and established archives to support internal audits
- Cross-trained to cover other personnel staff duties to facilitate office management
- Facilitated employee termination process and performed employee exit interviews
- Assisted supervisors with employee performance management and offered recommendations for approach and process
- Supported Special Education managers in day-to-day operations of scheduling, filing, reporting and compliance
- Researched options and mandates to enable proper implementation of personnel procedures
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
Personnel Specialist (E-5)
US Navy
Charleston, SC
10.1984 - 12.1988
- Assisted in the implementation of internet-based personnel record keeping for shipboard personnel departments (2 separate ship assignments)
- Cross-trained to cover other personnel staff duties to help office management
- Initiated and maintained personnel and employee-related files and records and established archives to support internal audits
- Assisted supervisors with employee performance management and offered recommendations for approach and process
- Oversaw retention efforts of all ship personnel (reenlistment).
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Behavior & Development
University of San Francisco
05.1997
Associate of Science - General Education
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA05-1995
Skills
- Compensation Structuring
- Compliance Management
- Labor Relations
- Benefits Administration
- HEmployee Relations
- Performance Management
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Labor negotiations
- Benefits programs
- Legal Compliance
- HR policies and procedures
- Staff Management
- Contract Negotiation
Timeline
Owner/Director
Honey's House Family Childcare
01.2019 - Current
Chief Human Resources Officer
Mendocino Lake Community College District
01.2015 - 11.2018
Director of Human Resources
Santa Rosa Junior College
10.2012 - 01.2015
Assistant Director of Human Resources
Santa Rosa Junior College
01.2002 - 10.2012
Coordinator, Employee Relations
Santa Rosa Junior College
04.1998 - 01.2002
Personnel Technician & School Secretary
Sonoma County Office of Education
09.1989 - 04.1998
Personnel Specialist (E-5)
US Navy
10.1984 - 12.1988
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Behavior & Development
University of San Francisco
Associate of Science - General Education
Santa Rosa Junior College