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Human Resources Resource

Location:
Pikesville, MD, 21208
Posted:
April 27, 2010

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Linda C. Goldberg, SPHR, CCP

**** ********* ****

410-***-****

Baltimore, Maryland 21208

abiupm@r.postjobfree.com

MBA-trained human resource leader with a passion for streamlining human

resource processes and infrastructure, providing business leaders with more

quality time to focus on setting strategy and achieving business results

through their people.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

WellPoint 2005 -

12/2009

Human Resources Director, Columbia, MD 2008-

12/2009

Matrixed to COO, managed HR integration of Resolution Health, acquired by

WellPoint, saving money and reducing risk via streamlined and standardized

processes. Retained intellectual capital while effectively managing

workforce changes and promoting morale. Supported retention of

entrepreneurial culture while managing the company's transition to become a

division of a Fortune 50 company. Innovated wellness projects which

enhanced workforce wellness and morale. Coached and developed senior

leadership capabilities in selecting, managing staff and retaining talent

resulting in improved communication and team work. Sample accomplishments:

. Completed HR and payroll integration within 3 months, saving money and

minimizing risk

. Contributed to new strategy focused on improving health care quality,

reducing cost and supporting brand in the marketplace, resulting in

enhanced organizational image and customer growth/retention.

Vice President - People Management, Lumenos, Alexandria, VA

2004 - 2008

Reporting to COO, built HR infrastructure and staff to support growth of

start-up consumer-driven health care company. Supported HR due diligence

process leading to company sale. Developed solid employee recruiting and

selection processes and promoted culture of wellness while staffing call

center, improving workforce quality and retention. Supported functional

integration after acquisition by WellPoint.

The Singer Group, Senior Consultant, Reisterstown, MD

2002- 2004

Consultant to private, public and non-profit organizations, analyzing

compensation, benefits, policies, affirmative action plans, etc., improving

policies and procedures, thereby reducing client risk and promoting

employee satisfaction, morale, productivity and retention.

Constellation Energy Group (parent company/successor to Baltimore Gas &

Electric) 1980 - 2003

Director-Corporate HR Services & Compliance

2000 - 2003

Managed team supporting 2000 employees of Constellation Energy Group staff

departments and subsidiaries (Constellation Investments, Inc.,

Constellation Real Estate, Inc., Constellation Energy Source, Inc.,

Constellation Senior Services, Inc., and BGE Home), improving policies,

reducing client risk and promoting employee morale and productivity.

Sample projects and accomplishments:

1. Managed HRMS selection and implementation project, reducing company

costs and streamlining human resources and payroll processes.

2. Led implementation of web-based applicant tracking system to reduce

regulatory risk. Developed enterprise-wide employment practices to

improve processes and promote employee morale.

3. Managed HR issues associated with divestitures of senior living

facilities and real estate holdings. Managed retirement plan termination

issues reducing client risk.

4. Improved processes by revamping relocation program to consolidate

resources, provide standard benefits and reduce costs. Improved use of

technology to improve productivity.

5. Standardized enterprise-wide background investigations reducing risks

and reducing costs.

Director-Human Resource Services, Constellation Enterprises, Inc.

1998 - 2000

Managed HR team supporting Constellation Energy Group subsidiary companies

comprising approximately 1500 employees. Sample projects and

accomplishments:

6. Co-lead team to process map all HR processes for merger of two utility

companies leading to improved policies, procedures and reduced risk.

7. Provided compliance and litigation support in major corporate lawsuit

minimizing risk.

8. Managed risk and costs through effective Affirmative Action and EEO

compliance.

9. Promoted management communication resulting in defeat of a union

organizing attempt.

10. Managed HR benefit and compensation for new subsidiary, promoting

employee morale and productivity.

Director-Employment, Director-Human Resource Development, Director-Human

Relations, Supervisor-Employment Planning & Support, Supervisor-Employee

Programs, Supervisor-Nuclear Employment, Supervisor-Accident Prevention &

Industrial Hygiene, Functional Analyst, Industrial Hygienist, Baltimore

Gas & Electric 1980 - 1998

Human resource assignments with increasing responsibility serving 8500

employees. Responsibilities included recruiting; leading employment

process improvement teams; participating in implementation of

payroll/personnel system; staffing; creating vision for new human resources

organization; supporting Board of Directors; developing and implementing

mentoring programs; managing safety and occupational health programs.

US Environmental Protection Agency, Industrial Hygienist, Washington, DC

1980 - 1980

Provided Industrial Hygiene support to agency personnel dealing with

hazardous chemicals in laboratories and waste sites. Evaluated indoor air

quality concerns.

National Institutes of Health, Research Technician, Bethesda, MD

1975 - 1978

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS

WellPoint Certified Career Development Partner

2009

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Certified Trainer

2008

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Master of Business Administration, The University of Baltimore Merrick

School of Business

Master of Health Science, The Johns Hopkins University School of Hygiene

and Public Health, Baltimore,Maryland (NIOSH Traineeship)

Bachelors of Science, Microbiology, University of Maryland College Park

PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES, MEMBERSHIPS AND COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS

Certified Senior Professional in Human Resources

1997-present

Certified Compensation Professional

2000-present

Society for Human Resource Management Member 1998-

present

Chesapeake Human Resources Association Member

1997-present

WorldatWork Member 1998-

present

Community Colleges of Baltimore County Trustee (Gubernatorial appointee)

2004-present

UMBC President's Advisory Council on Business Outreach Member

1997-present

MD Occupational Safety & Health Advisory Bd: Member (Gubernatorial

appointee) 1985 - 1989

Baltimore Choral Arts Society Board President 2003 - 2005

Woman's Industrial Exchange Board President 1997 - 2002

HONORS

Maryland's Top 100 Women

2000, 2002



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