Human Resources Management
Resume:
Judy M. Gray
Middleton, WI 53562
*************@*****.***
Seasoned Human Resources Executive with over 15 years of leadership
experience in high growth rapidly expanding industries. Experienced
business leader that focuses on developing the intellectual capital
necessary for an organization to meet it's financial goals.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
Head of Human Resources: January 2010 to Present; Noble Americas Corp, US
subsidiary of the Noble Group a global commodity, agriculture, and Energy
Trading company throughout the world. Key member of management responsible
for all aspects of Human Resources of the fastest growing subsidiary.
Major focus on growth through acquisition and the integration of
employees into Noble Americas Corp.
Vice President, Human Resources: March 2007 to January 2010; RMT, Inc, a
renewable energy, engineering, and environmental consulting company based
in Madison WI with over 1,100 employees throughout the United States and
the UK. Key member of the Executive Committee responsible for all aspects
of Human Resources
. Named officer of the organization
. Grow the HR infrastructure to support the strategic goal of $1B in
revenue
. Key executive responsible for Compensation & Personnel Committee
communications
. Design and development of a Long Term Incentive Plan
. Operate at Executive Staff Level in directing the business and
resolving organizational issues.
. Serve as a link between management and employees by handling
questions, interpreting and administering contracts, and helping
resolve work-related problems. Interpreted policies, rules, and laws
in multiple states/jurisdictions.
.Conferred with board members, organization officials, and staff members
to discuss issues, coordinate activities, and resolve problems. Analyzed
operations to evaluate performance.
.Conducted or directed investigations to resolve complaints and
violations of the law.
Area Manager, Corporate Human Resources; January 2005 to August 2006; DTE
Energy, a vertically integrated gas and electric utility based in
Detroit, MI with over 11,000 employees throughout Michigan. Dual
reporting in a matrix structure to strategically develop and deliver the
entire suite of HR products and services for the gas utility while
managing HR risks
. Developed long-term and short-term planning calendars to ensure
that appropriate resources and tools were available for the
business to execute on its corporate goals
. In coordination with consultants and legal professionals, managed a
reorganization of the business that resulted in a reduction in
force through a voluntary separation program and reassignment of
many employees
. Negotiated with the Utility Workers of America on a non-standard
labor agreement
. Managed the implementation of SAP and an e-recruit 'bolt-on'
. Managed a team of five HR generalists and over ten HR specialists
(compensation, training and development, benefits, HRIS, and labor)
Director, Subsidiary Human Resources; February 2002 to January 2005; DTE
Energy Services, a non-utility subsidiary of DTE Energy based in Ann Arbor,
MI with over 500 employees throughout the U.S. Lead HR professional
charged with developing the HR infrastructure in a rapidly growing
organization.
. Developed an equity-based Long Term Incentive Program to attract and
retain talent
. Developed a due-diligence process to ensure that the HR costs
associated with acquisitions were addressed and resolved prior to
acquisition activity
. Developed a company-wide recruiting strategy to attract high-quality
talent and ensure a diverse and capable work force
. In coordination with external consultants, overhauled health and
welfare programs to control costs, ensure employee satisfaction, and
benchmark to the industry
. Developed and delivered an employee handbook, policy and proc edure
manuals, and Standard Work Instructions for HR professionals
. Managed the Payroll function
. Managed a team of five HR generalists and collaborated with corporate
support professionals (labor, compensation, safety)
Director of Human Resources; May 2000 to February 2002; Enron Energy
Services, a subsidiary of Enron Corp. in Houston, TX with over 2500
employees throughout the U.S.
. Developed and delivered a successful recruiting strategy to staff a
rapidly growing organization with professionals having backgrounds in
engineering, finance, and technology
. Developed an incentive compensation program for commercial dealmakers
. Managed over ten HR generalists, recruiters, and compensation
professionals
Director of Human Resources; November 1998 to May 2000; Reciprocal, Inc.,
an Internet startup based in Buffalo, NY, with offices in NY, NY and
Raleigh, NC.
. Developed an HR vision and structure to support the company's
operating plan
. Developed and managed the corporate intranet site, which was the main
method of employee communication and education about HR products and
services
. Managed company-wide recruiting in a highly competitive labor market
. Managed employee activities and events to improve camaraderie,
teamwork and community relations
. Managed the Payroll function
. Managed over ten HR and administrative professionals
Director of Human Resource Development; January 1997 to November 1998; JDR
Marketing Corp. in Cheektowaga, NY
. Created an HR infrastructure that allowed for rapid growth while
managing risks
. Developed employee orientation and management training programs to
help employees and managers move the company toward financial and
operational goals
. Developed background investigation and testing procedures to ensure a
qualified workforce
Human Resource Specialist; February 1996 to January 1997; ICT Group, Inc in
Amherst NY
Adjunct Professor; January 1996 to May 2000; Daemen College in Amherst NY
Human Resources Consultant; April 1995 to November 1995
EDUCATION;
MBA; University at Buffalo School of Management, The State University of
New York; February
1996. Concentrations: Human Resources Management, International
Management. Distinction: Delta Mu Delta Mildred R. Marion Scholar
BS; Daemen College; Amherst, NY; May 1994. Business Administration,
Management.
Distinctions: Summa Cum Laude, Delta Mu Delta, President's Scholar,
Dean's List, Dean's Scholar
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND ACCREDITATION
. Society for Human Resources Management
. American Society for Training and Development
. American Society of Safety Engineers
. Independent Energy Human Resources Association, Executive Board
Member, 2003-2005
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