Velon Alvarez
Stockton,UT
Summary
Goal-oriented Human Resources Business Partner successful at planning business strategies, integrating policies and improving performance in diverse areas. Focused on implementing updates to increase employee morale, business efficiency and cost savings. Prepared to offer 30+ years of progressive experience to make a lasting impact on company operations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Business Partner
The Wine Group
Ripon
05.2018 - 01.2023
- Provided guidance on organizational policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Assisted in the development of succession planning initiatives for key positions within the organization.
- Provided guidance on labor relations matters such as collective bargaining agreements and union negotiations.
- Analyzed workforce key performance indicators to achieve business objectives, coaching leadership on implementing corrective actions.
- Conducted employee relations investigations into safety complaints, allegations of harassment and civil rights issues.
- Served as link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems.
- Drove changes to different areas of operations to align company with HR strategies.
Human Resources Manager
The Wine Group
Ripon, CA
09.1998 - 05.2018
- Conducted background checks and reference checks of prospective employees.
- Assisted in the development of performance management systems including goal setting, performance reviews, corrective action plans and disciplinary procedures.
- Created job postings, tracked applicants and maintained applicant database.
- Investigated employee relations matters through interviews with involved parties to ensure a fair resolution.
- Resolved conflicts between different departments or personnel using sound judgment to maintain a harmonious work environment.
- Analyzed data gathered from surveys, focus groups or other methods to identify areas of improvement within the organization's HR practices.
- Collaborated with department managers to develop comprehensive training programs that meet the needs of each individual team member.
- Facilitated communication between management and staff by conducting regular meetings to discuss concerns or suggestions.
- Evaluated current HR processes and recommended changes when necessary to improve efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state and local employment laws.
- Reviewed job descriptions regularly to ensure accuracy of duties assigned to each position.
- Implemented organizational change initiatives effectively while minimizing disruption in operations.
- Handled sensitive employee and company information with highest level of confidentiality and discretion.
- Worked with management to create performance measurement, employee development and employee compensation strategies.
- Investigated workplace issues with professionalism and sensitivity and detailed incidents in reports to senior executives.
- Directed HR programs, policies and processes to improve operational efficiency.
- Provided HR consultation services to leadership and department heads.
- Advised leadership on vacation and sick time, benefits, job services and employment discrepancies.
- Initiated employee evaluation process and recommended policy changes to help staff progress toward desired readiness goals.
- Achieved desired work environment and performance by proactively advising and guiding employees on best practices and overseeing HR training.
- Identified operational weaknesses to improve or innovate people, programs and processes.
- Assisted in employee recruitment, hiring and interview processes.
- Provided guidance on labor law compliance issues such as FMLA, ADA, Title VII.
Education
Human Resources Management
University of The Pacific
Stockton, CAHuman Resources Development
UC Davis Extension
Sacramento, CAOSHA/CAL OSHA
UC Davis
Sacramento, CAWorkers Compensation
Stockton, CASkills
- Planning Policy Integrations
- Optimizing Performance
- Recommending Policy Improvements
- Improving Employee Engagement
- Advising on Strategies
- Data Analytics
- Employee Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Legal Compliance
- Employee Retention
- Labor Negotiations
Timeline
Human Resources Business Partner
The Wine Group
05.2018 - 01.2023
Human Resources Manager
The Wine Group
09.1998 - 05.2018
Human Resources Management
University of The Pacific
Human Resources Development
UC Davis Extension
OSHA/CAL OSHA
UC Davis
Workers Compensation