Manager Human Resources

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HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Extensive background in HR generalist affairs, including experience in employee recruitment and retention, staff development,

conflict resolution, global benefits and compensation, HR records management, HR policies development and legal

compliance. Demonstrated success in negotiating win-win compromises, developing teambuilding programs, and writing

personnel manuals, corporate policies, job descriptions and management reports.

HR SKILLS

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HR Department Startup Staff Recruitment & Retention Training & Development

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Employment Law Employee Relations Performance Management

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FMLA/ADA/EEO/WC Benefits Administration Organizational Development

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Mediation & Advocacy HR Program/Project Management HR Policies & Procedures

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HRIS Technologies Orientation/On-boarding

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

JEVS Philadelphia, PA

Diverse human services organization

Payroll Manager, September 2012 to Current (Contract) Perform various projects as assigned. Handle processing/payment of

local taxes. Manage daily activities of payroll department.

Key Results:

• Set-up and implement local tax codes, research and resolve discrepancies

• Create adhoc reports for various depts. To assist in correct budgeting/billing

• Create payroll reports to ensure accurate/timely payroll processing

• New hire processing/garnishments

QVC West Chester, PA

Internet and television retail provider of fine quality goods and merchandise

Payroll Administrator, November 2011 to June 2012 (Contract) Perform various projects as assigned. Verify and implement

local tax codes for each payroll entity. Set-up new company-wide PTO accrual system. Create and manage financial and

management reports and metrics using payroll reporting system. Perform various year-end tasks, such as W2 corrections and

system updates.

Key Results:

• Set-up and implement local tax codes, resulting in a 35% savings over vendor set-up fees

• Create, process and mail corrected W2 forms to employees, saving the company 15% and decreasing wait time to

employees needing to file tax amendments

Shire Pharmaceuticals- Wayne, PA

Global specialty Biopharmaceutical Company with focus on genetics

Senior Human Resources Business Partner, November 2010 to November 2011 (Contract) Provide international

recruiting/staffing support, as well as new-hire training/orientation. Manage international benefit programs for assigned

markets. Advised senior leadership on all aspects of human resources; including workforce assessment and talent planning.

Ensure HR alignment with business practices. Partner with managers and employees to identify business gaps and needs

which have people or process implications. Assess organization requirements and assist in development of HR processes,

programs, and practices.

Key Results:

• Partnered with Training/Development leadership to develop and work on programs to enhance training, development,

performance, and employee retention

• Monitored and administered employment practices to ensure compliance with FLSA, Wage & Hour, FMLA, ADA and

applicable laws to reduce audit deficiencies

Pepboys Auto Philadelphia, PA

Full service and tire automotive aftermarket chain

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Corporate Payroll Manager, June 2008 to October 2010 Managed day-to-day work of payroll staff, including direction of

tasks, and providing guidance and coaching on performance and development. Oversee and ensure the accurate and timely

processing of weekly, multi-state payrolls. Partner with IT to ensure systems are updated and current to reflect accurate pay,

benefits, and PTO. Prepare reports for executive management or other departments, including weekly, monthly, quarterly and

year-end reports. Assist with resolving employee payroll issues and system interface problems. Ensure compliance with all

internal policies and controls. Maintain knowledge of existing and new payroll legislation. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive

employee data. Managed staff of 10.

Key Results:

• Created SOX compliant department handbook, resulting in re-negotiation of previous fines

• Streamlined payroll processes to enable proper garnishment processing resulting in less company liability for

unanswered/non-processed garnishment requests, saving the company 30% in fees

• Assisted Director with selection and implementation of new payroll system, resulting in 30% decreased manual

processing, allowing staff more time to focus on other important tasks

• Streamlined store management processing efficiency by developing checklists and time guidelines, resulting in 20%

increase in manager-approved transactions

Deb Shops, Inc Philadelphia, PA

Clothing, footwear and accessory retailer for juniors and plus-sized women

Corporate HR Manager, January 2006 to June 2008 Assisted in the establishment of the Human Resources department and

led staff in the achievement of corporate objectives. Applied fundamental business and human resources concepts to establish

and maintain effective work relationships with managers and other staff. Worked with union leadership to improve performance

and productivity, reduce costs. Partnered with store operations teams in pursuit of talent development, organizational design,

efficient operations and employee relations. Advised managers and employees on the interpretation of personnel policies,

compensation and benefit programs, and collective bargaining agreements. Conducted supervisory training and new

employee orientation. Administered all leaves of absences. Direct a staff of 4.

Key Results:

• Reduced benefits costs by 30% annually using meticulous recordkeeping and ensuring the company did not pay for

benefits for which they were not eligible

• Developed list of preferred workers’ compensation providers. Re-trained managers and employees on correct

procedures to follow in case of injury

Freedom Mortgage Corp Mount Laurel, NJ

Licensed mortgage originator and servicer in 50 states

Corporate HR Manager, February 2002 to January 2006 Developed and recommended policies and procedures for

recruitment and evaluation of candidates for employment to ensure hiring of qualified candidates. Designed and implemented

orientation and on-boarding process company-wide. Linked HR initiatives to corporate business plan. Collaborated with IT in

the design of new applicant tracking system. Handled benefits and open enrollment. Maintained company organization charts

and employee directory.

Key Results:

• Negotiated to obtain savings on premiums and improved benefit plans, resulting in an enrollment increase of 37%.

• Fostered a teamwork/open-door environment conducive to positive dialogue across the organization. Personal efforts

were cited as the driving force behind branch’s employee-retention rate of 60% within an industry where high turnover

is the norm.

• Reduced benefits costs by 15% annually through meticulous recordkeeping and ensuring that company did not pay

for benefits for which employees were ineligible.

State Bank El Paso, TX

Leading banking retailer employing 4,500 across the region

HR Generalist, 1991 to 1993 HR Manager, 1993 to 1999

Promoted to fulfill a broad range of HR functions, including recruiting and training employees, administering benefits,

overseeing disciplinary action and managing HR records. Co-chaired annual flex-enrollment meetings, resolved conflicts

between employees and insurance carriers, coordinated health fairs to promote employee wellness and performed exit

interviews.

Of Note

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Computer Skills:

Proficient in MicroSoft based office software, ADP software, Ceridian, PeopleSoft, Solomon, JD Edwards, UltiPro,

Time & Attendance, HRIS, various reporting software programs.

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