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Stephanie McConnell

Stephanie McConnell

Universal City,TX

Summary

Dedicated professional eager to create and implement successful strategies to improve organizational efficiency. Adept at utilizing data analysis to provide insights into HR initiatives. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and committed to pursuing best practices related to employee development and retention.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Corporate HR Advisor

HEB Grocery
08.2001 - Current
  • Improved workplace culture, fostering open communication and positive work environment through team-building initiatives.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution between employees, resulting in stronger working relationships and higher productivity levels.
  • Implemented succession planning strategies to identify high-potential employees and prepare them for future leadership roles.
  • Conducted thorough exit interviews to gather valuable insights from departing employees, identifying areas for improvement in company policies and procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with labor laws and regulations through regular policy updates and timely response to employee inquiries.
  • Collaborated with department managers to assess workforce needs, creating strategic plans for staffing adjustments as necessary.
  • Oversaw internal investigations of alleged misconduct or policy violations resulting in fair resolutions that protected both the company's interests and those of its employees.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to develop and implement organizational change management strategies, minimizing disruption during periods of transition.
  • Provided guidance to managers on employee development, performance management, and corrective action processes, ensuring consistency across the organization.
  • Identified development opportunities and succession gaps.
  • Coordinated employment offers with management and extended offers to selected candidates.
  • Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Cultivates and maintains highly productive
    business partnership with client groups
    providing expertise and direction
  • Exercises confidentiality and demonstrates
    a strong, neutral Human Resources
    perspective in all interactions
  • Develops, executes, and sustains complex
    change management initiatives that align
    with business priorities while
    maintaining the culture
  • Coordinates and leads cross-functional
    teams to address complex business
    challenges
  • Recommends changes to
    current programs, processes, and policies
  • HR lead for complex re-organizations and
    employee implications to include
    displacements and reassignments
  • Coaches, advises, and guides business
    partners on developing and retaining talent
  • Influences development of business
    strategies by participating in/or leading
    cross-functional projects / programs
  • Deep understanding of the business(s) through numbers
    (financial acumen)
  • May lead Human Resources activities
    for complex Business Partner(s) which
    may include managing work of others inclusive of HR
    Generalists

Human Resources Director

Bear Creek Care & Rehabilitation Center
10.1997 - 07.2001
  • Enhanced employee engagement by implementing innovative HR programs and initiatives.
  • Reduced turnover rates through effective talent acquisition and retention strategies.
  • Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and improved service delivery.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs, resulting in higher employee satisfaction levels and performance improvements.
  • Implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and company regulations.
  • Managed benefits administration, ensuring cost-effective coverage options for employees while staying within budget constraints.
  • Oversaw annual performance review process, providing guidance to managers on setting goals and measuring employee progress.
  • Created succession planning initiatives to identify high-potential employees and prepare them for leadership roles within organization.
  • Spearheaded diversity and inclusion efforts, fostering a welcoming workplace environment for all staff members.
  • Established onboarding procedures to facilitate smooth transitions for new hires into the organization.
  • Coordinated internal communications efforts, keeping employees informed of important organizational updates and changes.
  • Conducted thorough compensation analyses to maintain competitive pay structures within the industry market standards.
  • Managed workforce planning initiatives, ensuring appropriate staffing levels across departments while minimizing costs associated with overtime or temporary workers.
  • Evaluated HR metrics regularly to assess program effectiveness and make data-driven decisions for continuous improvement.
  • Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
  • Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
  • Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
  • Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
  • Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
  • Addressed employee conflicts with appropriate urgency, following all corporate procedures.
  • Directed job fairs to bring in local talent for long term and seasonal positions.
  • Answered employee inquiries regarding health benefits and 401k options.
  • Conducted exit interviews to better understand reasons why employees were separating from company.
  • Followed programs closely to assess effectiveness and make proactive changes to meet changing demands.
  • Provided immediate updates to entire employee pool when policies and procedures were altered.
  • Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
  • Developed incentive program for hiring of and retaining of employees.
  • Fostered cross-functional relationships to connect managers and employees and improve overall efficiency.
  • Recommended appropriate resolutions to employee relations concerns and handled disciplinary issues and investigations of misconduct.
  • Interviewed potential hires, negotiated salaries and benefits and performed reference checks.
  • Directed hiring and onboarding programs for new employees.
  • Conducted investigations and assisted with handling employee complaints involving Affirmative Action and EEOC to promote equitable workplace.
  • Coordinated and engaged with leadership in planning and organizing calendars, events and activities.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
  • Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.

Education

BBA - Human Resources

Concordia University At Austin, Austin, TX
05.2006

Skills

  • Workforce Planning
  • Labor Relations
  • Organizational Development
  • Succession Planning
  • Employee Relations
  • Career Development
  • Employment law
  • HR policies and procedures
  • Decision-Making
  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Strategic Planning

Timeline

Sr. Corporate HR Advisor - HEB Grocery
08.2001 - Current
Human Resources Director - Bear Creek Care & Rehabilitation Center
10.1997 - 07.2001
Concordia University At Austin - BBA, Human Resources

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