Samantha Goldsworthy
Denver,CO
Summary
Dynamic HR leader with a track record of driving HR operations efficiency, enhancing company culture, and solving complex challenges. Expertise across the full HR spectrum with a focus on compliance, employee relations, and process improvement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Employee Relations Manager
Meow Wolf
03.2024 - Current
- Evaluated and updated company policies regularly to ensure compliance with changes in labor laws and industry best practices.
- Led investigations and ensured compliance across six locations, advised on collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), and reviewed job profiles for FLSA and union eligibility compliance.
- Developed the quarterly report process, analyzing trends in discipline and terminations to mitigate risk and improve employee relations.
- Acted as the compliance source for employment law, providing guidance to HR Business Partners on complex issues.
- Created and delivered training programs on labor relations and compliance, enhancing leadership’s capacity to handle employee issues effectively.
Senior HR Coordinator
Meow Wolf
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Mentored HR team and site leadership, driving efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement across multiple locations.
- Standardized HR processes across exhibitions and corporate entities, ensuring consistency with legal and internal policies.
- Led investigations, reviewed corrective actions, and advised on terminations, reducing legal risks and promoting fair practices.
- Managed ADA, Workers' Comp, unemployment claims, and leave processes ensuring compliance.
HR Coordinator
Meow Wolf
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Developed and standardized accommodation and leave processes, ensuring compliance across multiple locations.
- Audited employee data for accuracy, including I-9s and background checks, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Managed full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and training to enhance the employee experience.
- Partnered with leadership to update handbooks, aligning policies with labor laws and company standards.
Payroll Specialist
Goodwill Of Southern Nevada
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Improved payroll processing efficiency, saving 16 hours of labor weekly by streamlining procedures.
- Led payroll production for 18 locations, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing.
- Assisted in the conversion from iSolved and implementation of ADP, leading the project from RFP process to installation and training.
HR Specialist
Williams-Sonoma Inc.
02.2020 - 07.2020
- Oversaw HR needs for a 5000-employee operation across five states, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate payroll processing, minimizing errors and discrepancies.
- Managed ADA processes for all US care center operations, ensuring compliance and accommodation for employees.
HR Assistant
TJX Companies
11.2018 - 02.2020
- Managed leave administration, including employee notifications, disability programs, and health benefits, ensuring compliance with FMLA and other regulations.
- Handled payroll for an organization with 1,500 personnel, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
- Supported Associate Relations & Labor Relations by administering and advising on company policies, union contract administration, grievances, and benefit programs, fostering a positive and compliant work environment.
Operations Supervisor
Topshop
05.2013 - 11.2018
- Managed teams totaling 20-25 staff across three departments, ensuring operational efficiency and employee engagement.
- Fostered an inclusive environment during the onboarding phase, contributing to overall employee satisfaction and retention.
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems, streamlining the recruitment process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Colorado State University
Denver, CO2026
Skills
- Employee Engagement
- Data Analysis
- HR Policies
- Leadership Development
- Labor Relations
- Proficient in Oracle, Kronos, iSolved, Lawson, Paylocity, and Workday
- Bargaining Units
Certification
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) 2020-2026
Timeline
Employee Relations Manager
Meow Wolf
03.2024 - Current
Senior HR Coordinator
Meow Wolf
02.2023 - 03.2024
HR Coordinator
Meow Wolf
08.2021 - 02.2023
Payroll Specialist
Goodwill Of Southern Nevada
09.2020 - 08.2021
HR Specialist
Williams-Sonoma Inc.
02.2020 - 07.2020
HR Assistant
TJX Companies
11.2018 - 02.2020
Operations Supervisor
Topshop
05.2013 - 11.2018
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) 2020-2026
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Colorado State University
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