Human Resources Management

Generalist with more than ** years of experience in managing key human

resources functions for fast paced organizations while motivating and

managing teams, driving complex programs/projects and successfully

resolving employee relations issues impacting the well-being and

performance of team members.

Proven success in the areas of recruiting, employee relations, employee

development and retention, project management, performance and conflict

management, corporate communications and events, health and welfare

benefits, compensation and compliance. Highly knowledgeable in federal and

state employment law including ADA, FMLA, CFRA, PDL, PFL, EEO, AAP, FLSA,

COBRA and the WARN Act. Technically conversant with numerous software

packages including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Lotus Notes, Equity

Edge and Outlook.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Vitria Technology, Inc. - Sunnyvale, CA

December 2007 - July 2009

Senior Human Resources Generalist (contracted from December 2007 to March

2008)

Reporting to the Senior Director of Human Resources, supported 200

employees worldwide including Latin America, EMEA and APAC for this

enterprise software company. Managed worldwide recruitment efforts directly

and via contract recruiters, contingent or retained search firms.

Administered Employease/ADP HRIS system, stock, US benefit and 401(k)

plans. Other areas of responsibility included immigration case management,

Radford participation, corporate housing, new hire assimilation,

separations, exit interviews and affirmative action plan compliance.

Established relationships with key stakeholders in EMEA and APAC to

understand each regions needs, help centralize functions and create plans

to address their needs including hiring, establishing and updating

policies, implementing benefit plans and coordinating regular communication

meetings with corporate headquarters.

NetLogic Microsystems, Inc. - Mountain View, CA

August 2007 - October 2007

Contract Human Resources Manager

Completed multiple projects and made significant contributions in the way

of developing an HR infrastructure for this semi-conductor company which

designs and supplies highly sophisticated router chips. Provided a

comprehensive recommendation plan for the benefit of management, employees

and the company. Identified areas for cost savings with regard to the

benefit and 401(k) plans. Implemented and documented all processes and

best practices. Completed the company's first EEO-1 report and filing with

the EEOC.

Creative Labs, Inc. - Milpitas, CA

July 2000 - July 2007

Human Resources Manager (January 2006 - July 2007)

Reporting directly to the President, oversaw all human resources activities

with a team of eleven human resources and administrative professionals for

all business units in the U.S. and Canada of this high tech organization

driving digital entertainment on the PC platform. Partnered with the

executive team to carry out corporate initiatives and communications.

Collaborated with the Sarbanes-Oxley steering committee to drive compliance

efforts. Managed health and welfare benefit programs including medical,

dental, vision, flexible spending account, health reimbursement account,

EAP, life and disability (STD & LTD) insurance as well as the 401(k) plan

and workers' compensation program. Provided performance management and

leadership training to managers. Other areas of responsibility included

immigration, organizational development, employee activities, wellness

program and mergers and acquisitions. Worked closely with payroll

department to ensure payroll policies were in compliance with federal or

local regulations and appropriate practices were being applied when

calculating/paying wages, changing statutory, voluntary or involuntary

deductions, issuing final paychecks, etc.

Sr. Human Resources Generalist (January 2005 - December 2005)

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, was responsible for all human

resources related functions for the operations division at the company's

warehouse facility which included the following functions: logistics, RMAs,

quality assurance, purchasing, security, safety, shipping and receiving.

Partnered with management and executives to improve employee morale,

productivity and value while providing a high level of service to

employees. Maintained a constant level of temporary personnel according to

actual and projected inventory and shipping volumes.

Counseled and coached managers and employees. Positively influenced

mutually beneficial solutions between managers and employees. Provided

innovative and effective solutions to complex problems. Participated in

theft and sexual harassment investigations. Delivered performance

improvement plans and disciplinary actions. Successfully addressed and

delivered numerous sensitive messages, including those regarding dismissal.

Partnered with management, developed and executed recruiting strategies and

lead recruiting efforts for regular and temporary positions. Analyzed

market data and other statistics to provide recommendations for the

compensation structure of individual business units and departments.

Human Resources Generalist (January 2002 - December 2004)

Managed, guided and developed HR specialists, coordinators and

receptionists. Created and updated policies and procedures as needed.

Managed benefits, 401(k) plan, leaves of absence and workers' compensation

claims for 600 local and remote employees including 4 bay area locations.

Assisted with health insurance renewal, managed entire open enrollment

process, benefit claims and administrative matters. Created open enrollment

communications and presentations. Provided all open enrollment

presentations. Worked with payroll department to ensure appropriate pre

and post-tax benefit deductions took effect in a timely manner based on

open enrollment elections and other qualifying events throughout the year.

Implemented leave of absence procedures for all possible scenarios.

Managed voluntary and involuntary separations of employment and conducted

exit interviews.

Human Resources Specialist (July 2000 - December 2001)

Supervised HR assistant, receptionists and temporary employees in the

department. Chaired monthly employee of the month committee meetings and

administered the program. Provided HR database management and generated a

variety of reports. Generated HR database interface files for the payroll

department to upload into their system. Developed and maintained

organization charts. Implemented and administered the training and

development program provided by external sources. Developed and conducted

new hire orientation. Provided employment verifications. Administered

service award program. Obtained employee of the month award within six

months of employment. Administered educational reimbursement program.

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP - San Jose, CA October

1998 - July 2000

Human Resources Assistant (October 1999 - July 2000)

Supported 200 Management Consulting Services (MCS) professionals for this

highly reputable firm. Conducted weekly new hire orientation for local team

members. Facilitated and transitioned tour of duty staff while acting as

their US HR contact. Supported three human resources managers. Developed,

analyzed and summarized several reports, including headcount, turnover and

recruiting statistics. Coordinated coaching assignments for new hires and

transfers into the MCS division. Provided HR database maintenance, data

entry and reporting while ensuring accuracy and integrity.

Recruiting Coordinator (October 1998 - October 1999)

Served as the first point of contact to executive search firms. Maintained

communication with potential candidates. Coordinated interviews. Compiled

reports of regional recruiting activity. Processed reimbursements to

candidates for recruiting expenses.

RELEVANT EDUCATION

Human Resource Management Certificate, U.C. Santa Cruz Extension

November 2001

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