Human Resources Management
Resume:
Randall J. Young
*** **** ******, #*, ***** Monica, CA 90403
E-mail: *************@***.*** Cell: 310-***-****
Areas of Expertise
Corporate Initiatives . Collaboration . Employee Communication . Benefits
Strategy and Administration
Budget Management . Regulatory Compliance . Plan Review and Analysis .
Relationship Management
Contract Negotiations . Mergers and Acquisitions . Employee Health &
Wellness Initiatives . Strong Analytical &
Reporting Skills
Professional Experience
Director, Benefits & Compensation
Confidential Entertainment Company Santa Monica, CA
Oct 2008 to Present
Oversee multi-state benefits initiatives for all Health and Welfare plans
including design, administration, communication, compliance, and financial
reporting. Craft strong benefits strategies in alignment with corporate
goals and structure. Conduct analysis of active plans, including Life
Insurance, FSA, STD, LTD, work/life, and EAP. Maintain consistent
compliance with federal, state and local regulations across several areas
including non-discrimination testing, Section 125, COBRA, DOL, FMLA, HIPAA,
and ERISA compliance. Experience with MEWAs (Multiple Employer Welfare
Arrangements).
Perform comprehensive review and renewal of plan documents and Summary Plan
Descriptions (SPD's). Deliver strategic recommendations to improve current
practices and procedures. Manage internal controls (Sarbanes-Oxley) and
internal audit process and manage reconciliation of financial statements,
5500 filings and other filings.
Forge successful alliances with key internal and external partners
including senior management teams, third party administrators, brokers,
consultants, and auditors. Execute contract negotiations and service level
agreements.
Successfully handle the planning stages, integration, and communication of
benefit plans during mergers and acquisitions; Handled several mergers &
acquisitions including an acquisition of 300+ employees.
Benchmarks, implements and maintains Employee Wellness programs including:
? Flu Shot Clinic Sessions
? Cholesterol, Glucose, & Blood Pressure Screening Sessions
? Fitness Membership & Exercise Classes
? Health Fairs
? Educational Lunch & Learn Seminars
Serves as a point of contact for all work related injuries and illnesses;
manages the filing of W/C claims and collaborates with management to ensure
timely completion of accident investigation reports and status updates.
Compensation:
? Works with Senior Executives and Management to complete personnel
overhead annual budget
? Handles Annual Employee Bonus program
? Completes wage and salary surveys
? Develops salary structure and administrative guidelines in accordance
with compensation policy
? Conducts job analysis to determine appropriate pay structures according
to compensation guidelines and market analysis
Human Resources Manager
Earthbound Media Group Irvine, CA Jan
2006 to Oct 2008
Directed and coordinated daily administration of Employee Benefits Plans to
develop current, competitive benefits policies that are in compliance with
legal requirements. Conceptualized methods to improve employment processes
and recommended changes to management. Served as a link between management
and employees by addressing benefits questions and resolving benefits-
related problems.
Maintained regulatory compliance of all company-administered benefit.
Executed plan audits, valuations, DOL and ERISA compliance activities.
Ensured all plan documents and SPD's were accurate. Crafted training
strategies for all plans while guiding documentation of all processes.
Executed contract negotiations and service level agreements.
Randall J. Young
908 11th Street, #1, Santa Monica, CA 90403
E-mail: *************@***.*** Cell: 310-***-****
Human Resources Manager (continued)
Earthbound Media Group Irvine, CA Jan
2006 to Oct 2008
Forged successful alliances with key internal and external partners
including senior management teams, third party
administrators, brokers, and consultants. Administered the company's 401(k)
plan and COBRA continuation coverage. Conducted new hire and benefit
orientations and handled annual open enrollments and informational
seminars. Partnered with Senior Executives in the development of annual and
ongoing wellness activities.
Human Resources Analyst
The Impac Companies Newport Beach, CA May
2003 to Nov 2005
? Maintained benefit records and prepared documents necessary for
implementing benefit coverage
? Provided technical research, answered employee questions regarding
interpretation of benefit policies, reviewed disputes and appeals, and
completed third party requests; worked with carriers and providers in
monitoring systems and administration of plans, and assisted employees with
problem resolution
? Administered and advised employees on eligibility for 401(k), Section 125
plans, medical, dental, vision insurance, workers compensation and other
benefits, amounts of coverage and claims procedures
? Handled monthly billing and reconciliation of benefit plans
? Administered the company's COBRA continuation coverage program
? Developed and coordinated communications such as: Annual Enrollment
materials, including the facilitation and coordination of train-the-trainer
sessions, employee meetings, and education seminars
? Built and managed vendor relationships for timely and accurate delivery
of benefits and services
? Kept abreast of current trends and regulatory issues surrounding benefit
plan design, administration and compliance
? Handled routine and special projects including Annual Enrollment,
Renewals, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Benefit Plans
? Implemented and maintained Employee Wellness programs
? Handled FTE, Headcount, & Turnover Analysis reports
? Worked with Senior Executives and Management to complete personnel
overhead annual budget
? Handled Annual Employee Bonus program & monthly commissions
? Completed wage and salary surveys
? Developed salary structure and administrative guidelines in accordance
with compensation policy
? Conducted job analysis to determine appropriate pay structures according
to compensation guidelines and market analysis
Employee Benefits Representative/ Employment Services Specialist
County of San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA March
2000 to May 2003
? Administered and interpreted benefits for employees and plan members
? Administered the company's COBRA continuation coverage program
? Served as an interface between insurance carriers, employees, and plan
members
? Assisted with managing employee leave of absence requests
? Interviewed, screened, and counseled participants regarding employment
barriers
? Conducted orientations, motivational workshops, and training sessions
? Interpreted and communicated program rules, regulations and policies
? Developed promotional materials, program flyers, and job announcements
Education
B.A. in Business Administration; Minor in Finance and Real Estate
Cal State San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA March
2002
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