Sherry Ann Fowler
Mercersburg,PA
Summary
Experienced Human Resource professional with19 years of expertise shaping employee relations, enhancing satisfaction, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Skilled in talent recruitment, benefits administration, and performance management. Proven ability to develop and implement strategic HR initiatives, foster positive workplace culture, and drive employee engagement.
Offering solid foundation in HR principles and genuine passion for supporting employee growth and organizational development. Brings understanding of talent acquisition and organizational dynamics, combined with analytical and problem-solving skills. Ready to use and develop relationship-building and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior HR Business Partner
Cardiovascular Specialist of Frederick
02.2017 - 04.2024
- Analyzed employee data to identify trends and provide insights to stakeholders, resulting in improved operational efficiency and cost savings
- Facilitated communication between employees and management by conducting regular feedback sessions and addressing concerns proactively.
- Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees.
- Developed metrics-driven performance appraisal systems, enabling objective evaluation of employee performance and identification of areas for improvement or growth opportunities.
- Collaborated with senior management to align HR initiatives with organizational goals.
Regional Human Resource Manager
Abeo Management Corporation
02.2013 - 01.2017
- Analyzed turnover data to determine causes of turnover and work to implement unique retention strategies
- Developed partnerships with local universities and colleges to place candidates
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive onboarding program that reduced the time to onboard new hires by20%
- Developed an employee recognition program that improved employee satisfaction and morale
- Created a comprehensive performance management system that improved performance reviews by92%
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive employee training program that increased employee knowledge and skills
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive employee relations program that improved employee retention30%
- Led a team of HR professionals to successfully implement a company-wide diversity and inclusion initiative
Human Capital Manager
Executive Readiness Solutions
09.2010 - 01.2013
- Provided hands-on management and execution of all levels of human capital needs, including physicians, nurses, physician assistants and nurse practitioners
- Ensured effective and consistent policies and procedures are applied across the business areas; train managers in the development of employees and implementation of policies and procedures
- Conducted investigations and exit interviews, providing hands-on oversight of employee actions (hires, terminations, promotions, transfers, etc.), developing reports and analysis and monitoring compliance with laws, requirements and programs
Senior Human Resource Generalist
Engineering Systems Solutions
03.2006 - 12.2010
- Responsible for administering all employee health, dental, vision, FSA, and retirement plans
- Conducted annual open enrollment meetings for employee benefits for all onsite and offsite government located employees
- Performed the Facility Security Officer for new hire security clearance verification in JPAS and other contract security compliance related requirements
- Completed annual compliance reporting such as:5500, VETS100, and EEO reports
- Facilitated new hire orientation upon hire and closing exit interviews for terminations
- Monitored and tracked Performance Evaluation and advised managers on required annual updates
Human Resource Benefits & Training Manager
City of Hagerstown
09.2001 - 04.2006
- Managed all employee benefits available to City employees and retirees (approx.1,350) including health, dental, educational assistance benefits
- Co-administered and implemented a two-tier health benefit plan for four unions, resulting in a35% cost savings in premiums, by providing various pro-rated plans tailored to individual needs
- Conducted new hire orientation, compilation, and retrieval of personnel data with appropriate confidentiality and timeliness
- Designed and conducted employee performance evaluation training module for supervisors
- Investigated complaints, problems and issues within various departments
- Worked with appropriate personnel and unions to develop and recommend solutions to insure proper implementation for recommendations
Education
Certificate - SHRM HR Management Studies
12.2024
A.S. - Business Admin.
Frostburg University
01.2004
Skills
- Benefits administration
- HR analytics
- Diversity and inclusion
- Performance Management
- Managing employee relations
- Retention strategies
- Leadership training and development
- Coaching and mentoring
LANGUAGES
English
Certification
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) - HR Certification Institute.
Timeline
Senior HR Business Partner
Cardiovascular Specialist of Frederick
02.2017 - 04.2024
Regional Human Resource Manager
Abeo Management Corporation
02.2013 - 01.2017
Human Capital Manager
Executive Readiness Solutions
09.2010 - 01.2013
Senior Human Resource Generalist
Engineering Systems Solutions
03.2006 - 12.2010
Human Resource Benefits & Training Manager
City of Hagerstown
09.2001 - 04.2006
A.S. - Business Admin.
Frostburg University
Certificate - SHRM HR Management Studies
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