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Shelvie Harness

Shelvie Harness

Human Resources Business Partner
Elizabethtown,KY

Summary

Results-driven Human Resources Business Partner with well-rounded experience in all functional areas of HR, including labor law compliance, employee relations and performance management, leave of absence and ADA accommodations. Diplomatic mitigator of conflicts between employees and organizational leadership, utilizing de-escalation and drawing on ample resources to achieve solutions.Servant leader skilled in managing union and non-union employees, and day-to-day department operations with a decisive and organized approach. Problem-solver and persuasive communicator, talented in bridging gaps between labor forces and management to achieve company objectives.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Human Resources Business Partner

Fechheimer Brothers Company
Cincinatti, Ohio
08.2021 - Current
  • Investigated and liaised with legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances and other sensitive issues and prepared position statements for EEOC.
  • Responsible for managing and resolving complex employee relations issues with both Union and Non-Union employees.
  • Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications..
  • Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring and onboarding new employees.
  • Provided guidance on policies and procedures to harmonize responses, provide appropriate investigation actions and reach resolution of grievances.
  • Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.

HR Generalist

Fechheimer Brothers Company
Cincinatti, Ohio
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
  • Conserved time and improved workflows by handling special projects and emergency solutions.
  • Oversaw and managed hiring process and assisted human resources.
  • Liaised between management and employees to deliver conflict resolution, alleviate problems and interpret compensation and benefits policies.
  • Evaluated employee onboarding programs and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.
  • Initiated and maintained workers compensation cases for tracking, reporting and legal mechanics.

HR Recruiter Coordinator

Nationwide Uniform
Hodgenville, KY
11.2019 - 07.2020
  • Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for 62 new employees.
  • Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
  • Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Maintained filing system of current, prospective and future positions.
  • Coordinated activities of human resources team, distributing resources and personnel effectively across organization to meet HR needs.
  • Worked as effective team member while contributing to local and regional HR projects.
  • Reduced workers' compensation claims by instituting corporate safety training program.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
  • Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.

Feature Writer

Rue La La & Smartbargains.com
Shepherdsville, KY
06.2017 - 08.2019
  • Performed research and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Edited and proofread content to confirm proper grammar, quality and consistency with AP style.
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating and authentic approach.
  • Completed accurate and polished formatting in line with publishing standards prior to submission.
  • Produced original, creative content for promotional advertisements and marketing materials.
  • Customized brand message to reach and capture target audience interest and drive engagement.

Social Media Specialist

Usa Today
Louisville, KY
06.2016 - 03.2018
  • Developed exemplary writing skills through continued correspondence with upwards of 200+ subscribers per day.
  • Lead a team of Writers in developing templates for concise response according to brand voice.
  • Remedied issues quickly and within parameters of company-mandated policies and procedures.
  • Asked open-ended questions to determine which products or services would be best fit for customer's needs.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.

Assistant Drug Store Manager

Walgreens
Greenwood, MS
06.2004 - 07.2008


  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Compiled financial data to comply with budget.
  • Reduced company expenditures and met budget targets by closely monitoring, tracking and controlling expenses.
  • Provided weekly work schedules to employees to accommodate business demands and vacation requests.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained staff associates and equipped to comply with company policies and procedures.
  • Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives and attain advancement.
  • Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.

Forensic Investigative Clerk

Tarrant County Medical Examiner
Fort Worth, TX
07.1997 - 06.2000
  • Sifted and sorted through evidence and recorded findings.
  • Attended and examined scenes of crimes.
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
  • Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Examined physical evidence such as hair, fiber or soil residues to obtain information about source and composition.
  • Documented chain of evidence and adhered to protocols pertaining to collection and security of evidence.
  • Reviewed overdose death scene evidence and photographs.
  • Interviewed family members and witnesses and notified next of kin of deaths.
  • Consulted and cooperated with legal staff to verify timely and efficient investigation completion.
  • Identified labels and stored evidence properly to verify that it was safe and secure.

HR Generalist III

Tarrant County Personnel
Fort Worth, TX
01.1994 - 05.1997
  • Improved customer service rankings by quickly resolving issues to improve overall satisfaction.
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
  • Conserved time and improved workflows by handling special projects and emergency solutions.
  • Oversaw and managed hiring process and assisted human resources.
  • Advocated for staff members and counsel supervisors to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Communications/Journalism

Southwestern Adventist University
Keene, Texas
01.2012 - 05.2014

Skills

Managing employee relations

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Timeline

Human Resources Business Partner

Fechheimer Brothers Company
08.2021 - Current

HR Generalist

Fechheimer Brothers Company
07.2020 - 08.2021

HR Recruiter Coordinator

Nationwide Uniform
11.2019 - 07.2020

Feature Writer

Rue La La & Smartbargains.com
06.2017 - 08.2019

Social Media Specialist

Usa Today
06.2016 - 03.2018

Bachelor of Science - Communications/Journalism

Southwestern Adventist University
01.2012 - 05.2014

Assistant Drug Store Manager

Walgreens
06.2004 - 07.2008

Forensic Investigative Clerk

Tarrant County Medical Examiner
07.1997 - 06.2000

HR Generalist III

Tarrant County Personnel
01.1994 - 05.1997

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