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D I R E C T O R O F H U M A N R E S O U RC E S
Extensive background upper management level human resources. Experience includes employee
relations, recruitment, legal compliance, policy and procedure management and implementation.
Coordinated all performance management practices, including but not limited to, goal setting,
compensation, disciplinary actions, terminations and performance reviews. Develop salary and
compensation programs for all positions. Administer company’s employee benefits programs and
direct annual open enrollment process; conduct employee benefits meetings and act as point of
contact for all benefits questions. Act of point contact for all employee relation related business.
Extensive background in management training, including experience in on sight training of
HIPPA, termination, employee relations, coaching and sexual harassment. Training also includes
mediation recruitment and retentions, staff development, conflict resolution, benefits and
compensation. HR records management, HR policies development and legal compliance.
Development of manuals, including corporate policies, job descriptions and management reports.
HR Skills
HR Department Startup Staff Recruitment & Retention Orientation & On Boarding
Employment Law Employee Relations Training & Development
FMLA/ADA/EEO/WC Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Performance Management
Mediation & Advocacy Benefits Administration Organizational Development
HRIS Technologies HR Program/Project Management HR Policies & Procedures
Professional Experience
SPRECIALTY RENTAL TOOLS & SUPPLY (OIL STATES iNTERNATIONAL) Alvin, TX 2004 to
Present
STS provides rental equipment across a number of product lines to all of the major and independent
operations and service providers, including Wireline, Production Services, Gravel Pack, Thru Tubing
Performance Fluids and Frac Stac equipment. The HR department currently supports over 700
employees.
Director of Human Resources
As Director of Human Resources, report directly to the president of the company. Perform and supervise
all human resources functions, including employee relations, benefits, recruitment, compensation, policy
and procedure management and implementation, job descriptions, terminations, performance reviews
and management training. Provide HR support to operations leaders and business partners in the field
and office branches.
Structured and implemented programs and policies in the areas of training, compensation structures,
benefits packages, incentives and new employee orientation.
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Created an atmosphere that fostered success and an environment conducive to positive dialogue across
the organization. Atmosphere created a high retention rate in a business that is well known for high
turnover.
Brought workers’ compensation program into full compliance. Trained managers and associates on
procedures to follow in case of injury.
Wrote and created policy and procedure manual for STS. Wrote employee manual covering issues
including disciplinary procedures, code of conduct, FMLA policy and benefits information.
Managed and trained management on formal performance review program.
Revised job descriptions across all levels. Constructed an accurate picture of the duties and skills
required for each position based on research of our company and its competitors.
Professional Experience (continued)
US Physical therapy Houston, TX Feb 2002 June 2004
USPh HR department served over 300 physical therapy facilities across the country. Offering
professional physical therapy to the public.
HR Manager
Managed the HR department for USPh, which served 1,700+ employees within 35 states and totaled 300 facilities.
Managed a team of HR professionals that successfully excelled in customer service and became fully cross trained to
handle all HR related functions. Responsible for driving the execution of HR initiatives in the areas of organizational
effectiveness, staffing, performance management, employment practices, and benefits.
Developed and managed the recruiting process by implementing an automated requisition tracking
program.
Developed and conducted New Hire Orientation process, as well as training program.
Developed and maintained job descriptions and requirements for all positions.
Developed and conducted performance evaluations in conjunction with job responsibilities and annual
increases.
Coached partners on resolving employee relations issues and conflict resolution.
Manage health and welfare plan renewals and all benefit reviews.
Consulted on the design of all health and welfare plans. Special emphasis on management of third party
network management vendor.
Plan administrator for the 401 (k) savings plan/ coordination of annual audit and 5500 and discrimination
testing.
ENRON Houston, TX August 2000 December 2001
Enron was a world leader in energy trading and created a very high profile business for the time of its
existence.
Human Resources Representative
Partner with management and employees to communicate HR policies and practices, procedures,
laws, and standards. Acted as primary contact for managers and employees on all employee relation’s
issues. Provided corrective action assistance and coaching.
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Recommended training needs and suggested training and development programs.
Conducted New Hire Orientations, facilitated relocations, and exit interviews.
Worked with management, employees and law departments on conflict resolution issues.
Conducted the mid year and year end performance evaluation.
FRIEDKIN BUSINESS SERV./ GULF STATE TOYOTA Houston,TX June 2000 August 2000
Contract Benefits Consultant/ 401 (k) Project Management
Managed 401 (k) vendor relationships on a daily basis to enhance communications and increase
enrollment participation.
Day to day processes such as transferring funds on a weekly basis, processing rollovers, loan requests,
and hardship withdrawals.
Auditing employee’s contributions in conjunction with the plan.
Assisted with the annual audit.
SC GROUP – El Paso, TX January 1998 December 1999
Sr. Benefits Representation
Responsible for the day to day management of all company benefits for two affiliated companies.
Consulted in the restricting and plan design of medical benefits and 401 (k) vendor selection.
Transitioned all aspects of the benefits plan from shared services to the newly reconstructed corporate
office.
Administered the group health insurance plan and managed PPO, POS, dental and vision plan.
401 (k) savings plan: managed three qualified plans with combined assets of over $20 million.
Executive non qualified savings plan (NSP) for all HCE’s: prepared reports annually to determine
eligibility and enrollment communication.
Corporate Recruiter
Responsible for the recruitment of Accounting, Finance and it professionals for SC Group and four of
the affiliated companies.
Professional level hiring cycle 1 to 3 months (average openings 25 30
Developed job descriptions and staffing plans while recruiting for all positions.
Coordinated college recruiting programs.
Analyzed turnover ratios and made recommendations for retention.
GC SERVICES El Paso, TX April 1997 January 1998
Human Resources Recruiter
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Responsible for the recruitment of Accounting, Finance and it professionals for SC Group and four of
the affiliated companies.
Professional level hiring cycle 1 to 3 months (average openings 25 30
Developed job descriptions and staffing plans while recruiting for all positions.
Coordinated college recruiting programs.
Analyzed turnover ratios and made recommendations for retention
Knowledge of affirmative action, EEO standards, state, local and federal laws.
Education
the university of texas at el paso El Paso, TX
Bachelor of Arts (BA) English /American Lit major, Minor in Spanish 1995
Affiliations:
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
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