Renee Switalski, J.D., pHR

**** *. *** ****** *** Lake Rd, Holly, MI 48442 248-***-**** acpfae@r.postjobfree.com

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

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More than 17 years of progressive responsibility in Leadership and Human Resources with a broad-

base of experience spanning across multiple industries. A proven track record of success working

effectively with team members and leaders across all levels of an organization to further company

vision and champion policy and change. Areas of expertise: HR Management, compliance,

leadership development, contract negotiation, training and development, organizational

development, payroll administration, compensation and benefits, labor and employment law,

alternative dispute resolution, staffing/recruiting, team building, employee relations.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Regional Medical Imaging, P.C. 2014-2015

Human Resources Manager/Chief Privacy Officer

Manage all aspects of Human Resources and Compliance including FLSA, ADA, EEO, ACA and

HIPAA, HR strategy, budget, benefits design and administration, employee relations, contract

negotiation, leadership development, staffing and recruiting, and payroll; served as a member of the

Executive Board of Directors.

Created salary/compensation plan and was successful in keeping payroll within budget;

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Launched leadership development program for both managers and employees which

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increased accountability, employee empowerment, continuing education, and change

acceptance;

Maximized department efficiency using a workforce planning model resulting in an increase

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in profits.

Quicken Loans 2012-2014

Leadership Coach/HR Generalist

Serve as an advisor for business leaders and team members on all matters involving staffing,

leadership, training and development, organizational development, and change management;

Design and team building and leadership training; Manage all aspects of learning and development

for assigned companies and business units.

Contributed to the growth of the leadership development program by designing a cutting

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edge hands-on culmination project for 1st level leaders;

Developed high-potential team members through coaching, training, and mentoring which

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allowed them to step into leadership positions without a learning curve and thrive as leaders;

Advised the program architect for a 2nd level leadership program on matters regarding

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staffing, employment law, and employee relations;

Washtenaw Community College – Workforce Development Program 2012-2013

Contract Trainer – Human Resources

Consult with and provide training for business professionals in the area of Human Resources;

Design, develop, and implement conflict management training and mediation to business

professionals.

Created and facilitated a well-received conflict management and mediation training program

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for University of Michigan professional staff.

Base Camp Challenge Center, Genesee Area Skill Center

Leadership Development Facilitator 2006-2009, 2012

Created and led training programs/workshops for staff members in areas such as leadership

development, teambuilding (effective communication, trust, and creative problem solving), and

facilitative skills.

• Designed and implemented new procedure manual (including job descriptions and duties) to

help reduce costs, maintain building effectiveness, and streamline current policies;

• Successfully created and continually updated organizational structure, pricing, and staff

policies/procedures to conform to current employment laws and guarantee profitability;

• Continually assessed and redesigned Base Camp programming to meet and exceed Michigan

Department of Education standards;

Midwest Business Education

Owner/Trainer/Consultant 2005-2006

Provided assessment, consultation, and training in the areas of management development, change

management, staff development, leadership, team building, organization, front office solutions, and

business development to small and medium sized businesses.

• Efficiently managed all aspects of home-based business including cash flow and expenses,

sales, marketing, and establishment of budgets.

EDUCATION

University of Detroit Mercy, School of Law

Juris Doctorate

Central Michigan University

Graduate Certificate – Human Resources Administration

Focus: Organizational Development, Labor and Employment Law

Baker College

Bachelor of Business Administration

Focus: Leadership and Management

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Community Resolution Center – Flint

Volunteer Mediator 2011-present

State of Michigan certified mediator;

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AYSO Region 823

Board Member, Turf-tots (U5) Coordinator, Coach 2014-present

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