Lydia M. Martinez

ad2e32@r.postjobfree.com Ph: 571-***-****

Driven Chief Human Capital Officer

Accomplished and results-oriented HR leader with expertise in creating robust organizational infrastructures to deliver business objectives. Proven strategic thought leader, talent, and culture-building expertise.

Summary of Experience:

CHRO/CPO Roles:

Chief HR Officer, Senior Vice President

The Long & Foster Companies, Chantilly, VA

Chief People Officer

Luma Energy, LLC., San Juan, PR

VP/Executive Director Roles:

Vice President, Human Resources & Payroll Services

Thompson Hospitality Corporation, Reston, VA

Executive Director, Equal Employment Opportunity Division

George Washington University, Washington, D.C.

Executive Director, HR & Institutional Equity

Community College of Baltimore County

Areas of Expertise

Strategic HR Leadership

Change Management

Data-driven Decision Making

Total Rewards

Process and Infrastructure Improvement

HRIS Implementation

Strategic and Business Planning

Culture Building architect.

Regulatory Compliance

Team Leadership and Development

Labor Relations Guru

Accomplishments

Increased diversity recruitment and retention by more than 35% through innovative career path strategy. (Long and Foster)

Instituted employee engagement through community outreach efforts that generated annual contributions to community organizations of $500K+ within a three-year period. (Long and Foster)

Decreased health benefits cost impact by 12% via promotion of consumer-based plans (HSA) over full-service plans (PPO) and measurable wellness program execution. (Long & Foster Companies, Luma Energy)

Reduced talent acquisition cycle by 85% through new processes, implementing technology, and integrating data strategies into various HCM platforms such as Workday, UltiPro, BrassRing, and ICMs. (Long & Foster Companies, Luma Energy, FCPS)

Led interventions with federal and state agencies to reduce or release clients from penalties and fines related to regulatory compliance generating savings in excess of $200K (Foxhound)

Career Experience

Fairfax County Public Schools, Fairfax, VA 2022 – Present

Division Head, Director Employee Labor Relations

Leading the creation of a labor relations environment that is efficient, cost driven, consistent with FCPS policies, procedures, work rules, and preventive of legal liability. Direct work with unions and division groups in contract negotiations, grievance resolution, arbitrations, interpretation and resolution of issues relating to the development of collective bargaining agreements. Provide guidance and advice to leadership on labor relations matters and the changing labor landscape including legislative matters, industry trends, and their potential impact on our FCPS.

Direct workforce of more than 38K employees developing and executing labor relations strategies that align with the division’s goals and objectives.

Optimized workforce cost budget of $2.8B by guiding teams on best practices and effective utilization of collective bargaining approach for newly developed bargaining units. Coordinated between unions, bargaining agents, school board, division counsel, and leadership team to attain results and ensure compliance with regulations.

Developed and implemented strategies to incorporate collective bargaining into workforce management while maintaining workflow and positive relationships with staff at all levels.

Foxhound Partners, McLean, VA 2021 – 2023

Executive Management Consultant

Conceptualized and administered HR programs, practices, processes, and policies in alignment with industry best practices and organizational objectives.

Guided and counseled clients to navigate penalties and fines imposed by state and federal agencies resulting in savings ranging from $35k to $115K.

Spearheaded assessment of various HR aspects including employment law, policy creation, FLSA classification, leave management, HR tech, and benefits and compensation management.

Collaborated with the management team to align HR strategy with business objectives, streamlining operations via total rewards strategies.

Conceptualized innovative HR programs, practices, processes, and policies in sync with industry best practices and organizational goals.

Mentored corporate leaders to promote compliance and clear, transparent communication.

Luma Energy, LLC., San Juan, PR 2020 – 2021

Chief People Officer

As a member of the Executive Team, oversaw strategy for all human capital operations. Created and assessed market-driven strategies focused on optimizing all phases of employee experience when transferring from the public to the private sector. Orchestrated the company's human capital strategy, steering day-to-day HR operations, and cultivating an environment that championed innovation, growth, and continuous enhancement. Executed a human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organization, specifically in the areas of succession planning, talent management, change management, organizational and performance management, training and development, and compensation.

Executed a $2.6 million consumer-focused wellness and benefits program innovatively.

Developed human capital infrastructure for 6000 staff, including HRIS, compensation, recruitment, onboarding, policy enforcement, legal compliance, safety protocols, wellness programs, and a 401K plan.

Spearheaded hiring for 2000+ positions across 36 locations successfully.

Pioneered an efficient workplace system with HRIS implementation, streamlined hiring, and executive development, transforming a government organization into a competitive private-sector employer.

Orchestrated HRIS buildup, large-scale hiring, benefits strategies, and comprehensive compensation as an Executive Team member, enhancing recruitment and streamlining HR operations.

Modernized global human capital infrastructure to foster a robust employee culture, improve performance metrics, and ensure legal compliance.

Initiated market-driven strategies to optimize all phases of employee experience during transition from public to private sector employment.

Guided leaders in developing talent leadership capabilities and promoting engagement for enhanced organizational efficiency.

The Long & Foster Companies, Chantilly, VA 2012 – 2020

Chief HR Officer, Senior Vice President

Led organizational development and engagement strategies for over 2100 employees in 280 locations across 37 states. Implemented quantifiable wellness program and oversaw the creation, execution, and communication of the organization’s executive compensation and equity programs. Established strategic roadmaps to develop an inclusive organizational environment promoting employee growth and success and built talent management programs to support employee requirements.

Reporting to the President & CEO, served as a thought partner to the CEO and management team, providing guidance on areas including leadership; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation, and benefits; organizational design and change; performance management; and learning and development

Served diligently as fiduciary for a $175 million+ revenue-generating 401K plan; managed annual disbursement of over $11 million in health benefits.

Spearheaded innovative organizational development and engagement strategies, positively impacting over 2100 employees across 280 diverse locations in 37 states.

Prioritized strategic initiatives for significant efficiency boosts; encouraged proactive manager/employee self-service through optimal use of comprehensive HRIS capabilities.

Established strategic roadmaps fostering an inclusive environment for employee growth and success.

Leveraged HRIS tech to optimize HR processes, boosting workforce capabilities via data insights.

Guided leaders in strengthening practices and strategies to enhance company culture.

Orchestrated executive compensation and equity programs for enhanced transparency.

Transformed manual operations to automated systems to enhance productivity levels.

Constructed comprehensive talent management programs for diverse employee needs.

Implemented wellness programs to improve employee health and boost productivity.

Education

Juris Doctor

Washington College of Law, American University, Washington, DC

Master of Arts (MA) in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

University of Puerto Rico, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Master of Science in Criminal Justice

Interamerican University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, cum laude

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Industrial/Organizational Psychology

Interamerican University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, cum laude

Certifications:

Labor Negotiations, Cornell University, ILR School, Buffalo, NY

Costing Out Contracts, Cornell University, ILR School, Buffalo, NY

Affiliations

Washington, DC Bar Association, Member

American Bar Association, Member

Society of Human Resources, SHRM member

Technologies

ADP Workforce Now, Microsoft Teams, Google Workspace, Workday, Ultimate, Taleo, LinkedIn Recruiter, QuickBooks, Dropbox, Kronos Workforce Ready, Oracle HCM

Languages

English – Native Proficiency

Spanish – Native Proficiency

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