Necole A. Jones, SPHR

**** ****** ******* ****

Collierville, TN 38017

901-***-****

acpesd@r.postjobfree.com

Accomplished Human Resource professional with positions of increasing

responsibility at Fortune 500 companies & non-profit sector supporting

multiple states/locations. Possess relevant experience in all core

corporate Human Resource functions with emphasis in employee relations,

performance management, training, recruitment, financial management,

strategic development, etc. Strong analytical & communication skills that

provide solid leadership for management & employees.

Career Summary

Hill Chapel M.B. Church

Memphis, TN Human Resources &

Membership Manager February 2013-

present

Provide integral human resources and membership relations support for a

congregation of 2500 people within 107 year old ministry. Responsibilities

include payroll management, contract labor support, compensation review,

new hire orientation, employee relations, membership onboarding & outreach.

Ground level work regarding human and membership capital serves as a

precursor for a $62 million dollar expansion project to include a school,

assisted living center, family life center, etc.

Medtronic, Inc.

Memphis, TN

Sr. Human Resources Business Partner

March 2010-February 2013

Provide HR strategic direction and full accountability for the successful

implementation of HR-related processes, practices, policies and outcomes

for assigned client functional groups (i.e. compliance, finance, legal,

business development, business transformation, public

relations/communications) in order to maximize achievement of company's

short- and long-term business goals. Ensure proactive planning and

effective execution of talent acquisition, diversity and inclusion,

performance management, talent management and development, total rewards &

recognition, training, organization effectiveness, and related programs.

Partner with management to ensure effective internal employee

communication within client groups. Consulted assigned Vice-Presidents &

client organizations locally & virtually in human resources policy and

program matters. Work on cross-functional teams to implement best

practices.

Coca-Cola Enterprises, Inc.

Memphis, TN

Regional Human Resources Manager

March 2006-September 2009

Responsible for compliance with appropriate laws for multiple states &

locations. Supported 1000 employees & 100 line managers in distribution,

equipment services & production facilities in 10 southeastern states & the

Virgin Islands via onsite & a virtual environment. Monitored disciplinary

actions for legal compliance. Resolved and investigated employee

complaints/conflicts. Responded to EEOC & third party charges and

represented company in mediations as needed. Built employee relations and

enable management effectiveness through promoting high employee engagement

& assessed organizational risks during unionizing attempts. Assisted site

locations in development of employee communications & media inquiries.

Lead cross-functional projects such as reduction-in-force. Provided

delivery & interpretation on various policies, procedures and training

(i.e. sexual harassment, drug-free workplace, union avoidance, etc.)

Necole A. Jones

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Lowe's Companies, Inc.

Olive Branch, MS

Human Resources Manager

March 2004-March 2006

Recruited and sourced exempt and non-exempt applicants for various

positions & training programs. Maintained personnel files, records and

benefits conducting in-house audits as needed. Handled employee relations,

labor relations, unemployment claims, worker's compensation claims &

litigation responses reducing company liability & mitigation. Reviewed &

advised on medical accommodations. Scheduled staff according to forecasted

hours and sales projections. Processed payroll and maintained payroll

records per Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. Provided HR technical & strategic

expertise in newly created role.

Primary Preparatory, Inc.

Memphis, TN

Human Resources/Compliance Manager

August 2001-October 2003

Launched inaugural human resources department & implemented budget

guidelines for dept. via identifying resources, clarifying roles &

assigning responsibilities. Conducted all human resources planning &

organizational effectiveness. Recruited applicants, conducted interviews

and coordinated hiring process for all staff including licensed & certified

teachers. Coordinated orientation, maintained personnel records &

conducted benefits administration. Investigated and handle employee

complaints, grievances and claims. Handled local, state and federal

contract and grant compliance for grants in excess of 1.2 million dollars.

Developed all employee communications.

Unum Provident, Inc.

Chattanooga, TN

Claims Adjudicator

May 2000-July 2001

Evaluated and adjudicated short-term disability claims based on prompt

claim processing regulations. Read, reviewed and adhered to contractual

guidelines and client specifications. Handled and resolved customer

complaints relating to claims processing. Coordinated all claimant

payments & correspondence in a confidential manner. Trained and mentored

new & existing staff.

Education: University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

Bachelor of Science in Political

Science: Public Administration

Psychology Minor

University of Memphis- Cecil

Humphrey's Law School Tennessee Pre-Law

Fellowship Program (Scholars I)

Certifications/Skills: Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)

Rule 31 Listed General Civil

Mediator

Notary Public at Large

Affiliations: Society for Human Resources Management

National Association of

Professional Women

Memphis Institute for Leadership

Education (MILE)

Board of Trustees for Memphis

Interfaith Hospitality Network

Board Member Alliance for Non-

Profit Excellence

New Memphis Institute Fellows

(A12)

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