Dedicated Human Resources professional offering over ten years of success in Employee Relations and performance management. In-depth understanding of policy implementation, and employment law compliance. Strong leader with proven problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Employee Relations Consultant
Wells Fargo
05.2022 - Current
Investigate complex and non- complex cases by interviewing multiple employees
Collaborated with HR Business Partners on complex case review
Monitored and enforced company policies and procedures to determine compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Conducted thorough investigations of employee activities to identify and target operational and behavioral discrepancies
Managed employee relation processes, including complaints, interviewing, investigations, data analysis, reporting, and conclusion notifications
Advocated for associates, helping to identify and resolve conflicts
Collaborated with Legal on complex case review
Interview and investigate allegations from employees to determine case outcome
Conduct investigations regarding potential misconduct and policy violations
Conduct investigations regarding Personal/Family relationships at work policy that may result in a potential Conflict-of Interest
Conduct workplace violence and harassment investigations that may result corrective action or termination
Provide counseling on attendance and policy violations that may result in corrective action
Investigate Wrongful termination concerns
Associate Relations Advisor
Lowes Corporate
12.2020 - 05.2022
Investigated complex and non-complex cases by reviewing documentation and footage and interviewing associates
Collaborated with Legal team on management of discrimination complaints to facilitate risk mitigation
Advocated for associates, helping to identify and resolve conflicts
Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior
Promoted employee welfare by maintaining proper protocols throughout investigations and disciplinary procedures
Reviewed and approved corrective action for associates
Interviewed witnesses and implicated parties to determine outcome of investigation
Partnered with Area HR Business Partner to discuss next steps for Implicated Leadership
Determined outcome of Wrongful Termination investigations
Exceeded Monthly SLA goals
Completed synopsis for each investigation and delivered recommendations to associates and managers
Human Resources Analyst- Employee Relations
City Concord
09.2016 - 12.2020
Performed legal research and prepared information for multiple EEOC charges that resulted in dismissals
Researched, developed, designed, and facilitated the Employee Relations Department (ERD) database for efficient maintenance of electronic records including inquiries, complaints, grievances, harassment and discrimination investigations, telephone calls, and statistical data
Counseled employees and managers regarding interpretation and implementation of company policies and procedures, and relevant state and federal employment laws
Managed employee relation processes, including complaints, interviewing, investigations, data analysis, reporting, and conclusion notifications
Developed and facilitated interactive training for managers in employee relation, harassment and discrimination prevention, and employee complaint response
Established company's exit interview process
Provided Employee Relations support to a diversified workforce of over 1250 employees
Supported and advised the leadership with investigations to facilitate a win/win solution
Facilitated Harassment Training to the management team and staff
Conducted investigations, made recommendations, and carried out progressive behavioral correction actions up to, and including termination
Managed between 30-50 employee relations cases
Prepared all Executive and Complainant Summaries
Collaborates directly with Employee Relations Manager, Human Resources Director, City Manager and Legal to resolve and complete associate relations concerns and investigations in a timely and thorough manner
Handled all Title VII investigations for the City of Concord
Human Resources Manager
ComForCare Health Care Holdings Inc.
06.2013 - 09.2016
Directed and controlled various benefit programs, including 401K, medical, dental and vision packages
Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement
Educated management on successful policy implementation and enforcement actions to prevent employee legal entanglements
Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications
Provided guidance on policies and procedures to harmonize responses, provide appropriate investigation actions and reach resolution of grievances
Forecasted expected personnel demands and developed forward-thinking approaches to achieve objectives
Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates, and working with legal and compliance teams
Assessed and aligned compensation packages to market to attract highly qualified applicants for organizational vacancies
Followed programs closely to assess effectiveness and make proactive changes to meet changing demands
Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands
Devised hiring and recruitment policies for over 500-employee company
Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback and procure available information for new training processes
Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for multiple new employees
Developed succession plans and promotion paths for all staff
Reduced workers' compensation claims by instituting corporate safety training program
Adhered to all federal and state guidelines and managed payroll and benefits all staff employees
Created organizational filing systems for records and correspondence
Served as representative in various civic and community functions to further enhance company image and develop additional business
Human Resources Recruiting Coordinator
Faith Medical Center
01.2011 - 06.2013
Guided candidate recruitment and selection to create and drive workforce in alignment with company diversity and inclusion goals
Oversaw and managed on-boarding processes and programs to successfully integrate new, transferred and promoted employees
Maintained thorough understanding and knowledge of hiring practices, recruitment strategies and staffing industry trends
Developed and deepened relationships with college campus representatives to meet with graduating seniors for recruitment
Refined talent strategies and plans and designed and implemented training programs to maximize recruitment and retention
Created internal posting and advertisements while overseeing employment website
Facilitated interview and hiring discussions with interviewers and hiring managers and maintained reports and performance metrics to generate outcomes
Human Resources Generalist
AmerisourceBergen
05.2008 - 01.2011
Managed all aspects of leave administration, including employee notifications and vendor management, disability programs and health benefits
Offered fair and equitable compensation by comparing current salaries with market pay
Collaborated with review boards on management of discrimination complaints to facilitate risk mitigation
Provided human resource generalist guidance to managers and employees including talent management, payroll, FMLA, benefits, workers compensation, 401K and OSHA compliance
Coached managers through employee relations matters including employee engagement, documentation, discipline, and performance improvement plans
Documented and updated job descriptions as well as implemented wage surveys
Conducted job analysis and job evaluations, resulting in quality job specifications
Created organizational flow charts and career path reports to evaluate employee compensation information
Impacted enterprise performance via organizational transformation, enhanced personnel engagement and effective alignment of HR strategy with business goals
Prepared and submitted organization's Affirmative Action Plan and EEO report
Delivered strategic workforce planning, benefits administration, labor relations, succession planning and reporting systems
Conducted thorough investigations of employee activities to identify and target operational and behavioral discrepancies
Updated key human resource metrics, including turnover and terminations, using reporting tools on HRMS database
Liaised with HR and payroll to coordinate and manage employee leaves of absence, including FMLA and disability leaves
Facilitated on-going mayoral initiative to address disparities in hiring racial and ethnic minority applicants
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