HR GENERALIST QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

Dedicated HR professional with over 12 years of progressive experience overseeing a full spectrum of programs, services, processes, and functions. Strong command of employment laws, compliance matters, and benefit plans.

Proven success with projects ranging from process improvement, policy enhancement, contract negotiation, and retention. Excellent communicator – able to resolve conflicts and negotiate positive employee/employer outcomes.

KEY SKILLS

• HR Generalist Knowledge

• Benefits Administration

• HRIS data management

• Immigration

• Employee Relations

• HR Policies & Procedures

• Compliance (EEO, FMLA, I-9)

• Performance Counseling

• Staff Recruitment & Retention

• Onboard administration

• Contract Negotiations

• Payroll Coordination

EXPERIENCE

Marine Spill Response Corporation – Houston, TX & Herndon, VA

Human Resources Generalist (07/2011 – present)

Oversee the day to day human resource operations of the Atlantic and Gulf Coast regions. Full cycle recruiting and payroll. Extensive travel throughout Texas, Louisiana, Alabama, Florida, and Virginia. Employee relations including performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and coaching.

Pride International, Inc. (Ensco, plc) – Houston, TX

Human Resources Generalist (07/2007 – 07/2011)

Reason for leaving: Lay-Off

Manage a broad range of HR functions including employee relations, recruitment, benefits and onboarding administration, tuition and wellness reimbursement programs, immigration, global service award program, new hire orientation, personnel movement, relocation, company events, exit interviews, HR policy development, compliance, FMLA, and HRIS management.

Accomplishments:

• Jointly designed and administered a global service award program.

• Collaborated with a group of HR team members to develop and implement process improvements.

• Prepared letters of assignments for expatriate employees and their point of contact regarding relocation, tax equalization, and cultural awareness training. Determined uplifts based on country.

• Primary corporate contact regarding sponsorship of visa (L-1 and H1-B) and PERM application. Liaised with outside immigration agency to ensure compliance.

• Successfully completed a corporate-wide I-9 audit ensuring all forms are in compliance with federal laws.

• Championed many employee events for the last 4 years (holiday party, company picnic, employee appreciation day)

• Processed all new hire and termination paperwork in a timely manner, ensuring 100% accuracy rate.

• Co-authored the fitness and education reimbursement policies.

• Designed and implemented a time off tracking process for the corporate office.

Universal Weather and Aviation – Houston, TX

Human Resources Jr. Generalist and Administrator (2004 – 2007)

Reason for leaving: sought increased responsibility

Provided administrative support to the HR Director and CFO with day-to-day general and complex administrative and confidential matters. Performed generalist level support to the Benefits, Training, Recruitment, and Compensation managers. Managed compliance programs for the department covering I-9 forms and personnel files. Developed processes and forms and created standard operating procedures (SOPs). Supervised HR intern.

Accomplishments:

• Redesigned the employee file, ensuring a compliant process. Delegated HR intern with enforcement of file room processes.

• Developed SOPs for each functional group within HR.

• Campaigned for and oversaw the company’s first ever employee assistance internal program called “UVCares” and organized a Chili Cook-Off and Auction, which is still an annual event.

The Greensheet – Houston, TX

Human Resources Generalist (2003 – 2004)

Reason for leaving: Contract Position

Oversaw a diverse range of payroll, benefits, and recruitment functions. Managed headcount and turnover reports on a monthly basis. Processed payroll on a bi-weekly basis. Facilitated new hire orientation on a weekly basis or as needed. Maintained all HRIS data.

Accomplishments:

• Successfully converted all employees to a PTO (Paid Time Off) tracking system, which required PTO balances be verified and developed a tracking process for all future entries.

Ambion, Inc. – Austin, TX

Human Resources Generalist (1999 – 2003)

Reason for leaving: Relocated to Houston, TX

Responsible for heavy recruitment and relocation. Created and maintained specialized recruitment tracking databases. Primary contact with staffing agencies regarding “hard to fill” and temporary positions. Facilitated new hire orientation on a bi-weekly basis. Maintained all HRIS data. Conducted exit interviews. Supervised HR Clerk and Receptionist.

Accomplishments:

• Developed and implemented a recruitment strategy that successfully hired approximately 100 employees in a 9-month timeframe.

• Negotiated new contracted rates with extended-stay hotels in the Austin area, resulting in substantial savings.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Houston Community College – current 4.0 GPA

Degree Focus: Business Administration

Attending evening classes

Professional Affiliations – SHRM, HRHouston

Personal Affiliations – Habitat for Humanity, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Ronald McDonald House

Professional Development Highlights:

• PHR certified

Technology and Software:

• Microsoft Office

• JDEdwards

• UltiPro

• Windows OS

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