Human Resources Management

Todd W. Miller, PHR

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SENIOR-LEVEL HUMAN RESOURCES LEADER

HR Management Strategic Planning Organizational Development

Labor/Employee Relations Communication

Staff Management Policy/Procedure Development Training Employment Law

Performance Management

Solutions-focused and insightful HR leader with over 10 years of

progressive experience leading to a top corporate position. Instrumental in

teaming with executives to define organizational needs, and then delivering

proactive solutions to meet needs and adapt to changing environmental

demands. Positive and dynamic strategist, armed with technical know-how and

creative ideas to boost productivity and efficiency across the

organization. Reputable for fostering an industrious and collaborative

attitude that encourages top performance and results.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

KEITH MILLER & ASSOCIATES - SCIENTIFIC CONSULTANTS, Pasadena, CA ( 2006-

July 2010

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR (2006-2010)

Spearheaded team of 3 in core HR operations, including organizational

development and employee relations, and provided leadership for key

activities including discipline and investigations. Developed monthly

dashboards to measure and track performance, and oversaw all systems and

technical applications (HRIS, ADP, PeopleSoft). Serve as expert on all

Federal and State Employment law issues, from EEOC and FMLA to ADA and

Worker's Compensation, as well as on benefits administration

(Medical/COBRA).

. Maximized HR's contributions to overall organizational health by

leading transformation from an administrative department to a

strategic partner.

. Played key role as consultant/advisor to executives on plans to

advance and achieve business goals. Led HR audit to update and align

policies, procedures, operations, and services with corporate plan.

. Boosted workforce performance and effectiveness through leadership of

a successful Learning and Development program. Established mentorship

and active enrollment in certification courses.

. Led downsizing efforts following retirement of CEO. Provided critical

support to outsource employees and compiled COBRA and severance pay

packages.

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER (2000-2006)

Drove daily operational needs, from development of job descriptions and

recruiting strategies to benefits and compensation administration.

Supported employee growth through design of performance improvement plans

and preparation/presentation of annual reviews. Created documentation,

including offer letters and final warnings, and delivered terminations.

Conducted vendor negotiations, with a focus on controlling expenses.

. Optimized on-boarding of new employees through development of a

department welcome guide - additionally, created major tools

(performance database, mid-year review and non-solicitation tracking

systems) that supported greater efficiency and accuracy.

. Raised employee knowledge and abilities through management of

Development and Training program, and sponsored active enrollment in

accreditation programs.

CAREER NOTE: Previous role as Human Resources Generalist (1996-2000) for

Keith Miller & Associates. Controlled benefits and payroll administration,

delivered new hire orientation, and managed leaves (FMLA, LOA).

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in History, University of California Riverside, Riverside,

CA

Golden Key International Honor Society ( National Dean's List ( UCR Dean's

List

SHRM Certificate in Human Resources Management, Claremont Graduate

University, Claremont, CA

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM)

Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI)

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