Human Resources Management

RICHARD J. LUSTIG

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New City, New York 10956

845-***-**** ~ ******@*****.***

I am a dynamic human resources leader and business partner with

demonstrated accomplishments in talent management, organizational

development, and employee/labor relations. Spearhead successful

organization-wide change management initiatives. Partner with senior

leaders to create vibrant, high performance teams and organizations.

Extensive labor relations background with first chair experience.

MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

. Lead role transforming a legacy print publishing organization into the

most successful paid subscriber internet publisher in the world.

. Recruited key leaders who have been instrumental in creating a

thriving organization.

. Initiated and drove comprehensive talent management program resulting

in four fold increase in career mobility across division lines in one

year.

. Enhanced employee morale and engagement leading to significant

increases in organization culture and climate survey results.

CONSULTING ENGAGEMENTS

TRANSITIONING TO GREEN

2009-Present

Catalytic force to help individuals and organizations make the transition

to new Green Economy.

Design, lead, and create marketing materials for "Green Careers Boot

Camp".

. Instructor for green careers workshop.

. Business development for Triple Bottom Line Leadership Development

program.

THE CENTER FOR DISCOVERY

2012

Vice President, Human Resources (Interim)

Not-for-profit agency offering individuals with a range of disabilities and

autism innovative educational, clinical, residential, and creative arts

experiences.

. Developed HR Business Partner model for agency.

. Instilled a culture of collaboration, empowerment, and urgency in HR

department.

. Handled sensitive employee relations matters successfully.

. Doubled direct care hires through candidate outreach and HR re-

assignments.

. Updated Employee Handbook in collaboration with General Counsel.

INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE

2011

Senior HR Business Partner

Provided HR leadership to staff in US 22 cities engaged in helping refugees

obtain employment, housing, and healthcare.

. Implemented new performance management program including staff

training.

. Handled sensitive employee relations matters including terminations

and layoffs.

. Supported program leaders in department re-organizations.

NARSARD

2009

The world's leading charity dedicated to mental health research.

Consult with President on restructuring, resulting in enhanced

organization effectiveness and web presence, and high level client

satisfaction.

CONSUMERS UNION, PUBLISHER OF CONSUMER REPORTS 1991 -

2008

Product testing and publishing organization, generating $250 million annual

revenues supported by 650 employees in six US locations.

Vice President, Administration and Human Resources (1999 - 2008)

Oversaw human resources, labor relations, employee communications,

facilities management, security, safety, wellness, and office services.

. Introduced and implemented organization-wide organization development

programs helping to grow internet paid subscriptions from 0 to 3.2

million.

. Enhanced employee morale and engagement leading to 20% increases in

critical organization engagement and satisfaction survey results.

. Introduced performance management/compensation programs.

. Led human resources technology implementations and upgrades.

. Negotiated first contract settled on time in 22 years resulting in 80%

reduction in grievances over following seven years.

Director, Human Resources (1993 - 1999)

. Substituted defined contribution plan for defined benefit plan

resulting in significant projected long-term savings.

. Developed leadership training program featuring 360-degree feedback.

Previous HR Roles

. Columbia University Facilities Management

. NYC Department of Design and Construction

EDUCATION

MA, Organizational Psychology, Columbia University

MA, Political/Social Science, University of Chicago

Academic Fellowship

BA, Political Science, York College, CUNY

Magna cum Laude

HRIT: ADP, PeopleSoft, RESUMate, Taleo, and Workday

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