Human Resources Management

Roxanne Jackson

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Home: 708-***-****

Olympia Fields, Illinois 60461

Mobile: 708-***-****

Email: ablsjt@r.postjobfree.com

Vice President of Human Resources

Organizational Development ~ Legal Compliance ~ Labor Relations ~ Contract

Negotiations

Self-starting and mission-driven HR executive with 15+ years of exceptional

accomplishment conceiving, developing, executing, and analyzing staffing,

compensation, team advancement, and risk mitigation strategies to support

immediate and long-range corporate objectives. Diplomatic, personable, and

team focused, leveraging proven ability to lead and contribute to cross-

functional organizational initiatives and projects.

Complementary JD distinction and verifiable experience ensuring seamless

compliance of at HR programs and activities through diligent policy

development, auditing, and executive advisement.

CORE COMPETENCIES

-Strategic Human Resource - Employee & Union Relationship -

Organizational Change Management

Planning & Execution Management

- Sourcing, On-boarding & Training Programs

- Legal Counsel & Subject Matter - Retention & Succession Planning -

Risk Reduction & Cost Avoidance

Expert - Program Analysis,

Auditing & - Strategic Workforce Planning

- Recruiting, Downsizing and Enhancement

- Organizational Performance

Right-sizing Initiatives - Legal Compliance and HR

Audits - Benefits & Compensation Administration

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

VICE PRESIDENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES/LEGAL COUNSEL June, 2006 - Present

OMAR MEDICAL SUPPLIES, University Park, IL

A global medical supply company with offices in Illinois, China and

Tennessee generating 40 million per year in gross sales .

Reporting directly to the CEO and responsible for directing the operations

of the Human Resources function both within subsidiaries and at the

enterprise level. Key responsibilities include corporate benefits,

compensation (including all aspects of executive compensation), HRIS

programs and initiatives, and merger and acquisition oversight. Responsible

for the development of the HR organization, leadership development,

succession planning, recruitment, talent management, retention and labor

relations.

Key Accomplishments

V Charged with optimizing staff resources and ensuring seamless

compliance with employment law in executive management role for one

Chinese and two US locations of $40M medical supply company.

V Direct Regional Manager and HR Assistant in supporting and indirectly

managing 100+ employees across multiple functions.

V Conceptualize and execute long-range strategic plans; negotiate

contracts with vendors, service providers, and employees.

V Hold final accountability for staff benefits and compensation plans as

well as organizational development programs.

V Serve as subject matter resource for executive team regarding legal

compliance, contract development, and policy execution.

Responsible for all aspects of executive compensation, including

working extensively with the President and CFO.

V Participate in the analysis of potential mergers and acquisitions.

Lead the integration of acquired or merged entities, develop

integration plans and processes, provide guidance to transition teams

and support implementations.

V Responsibility for the development of company HR guidelines, policies

and procedures. Serves as the designated expert on the interpretation

of policies and issues both domestically and internationally.

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V Functional oversight and collaboration on design and implementation of

competitive broad based compensation, executive compensation,

incentive plans, long term and short term performance based incentive

plans.

V Lead the development of comprehensive strategic recruiting and

assessment processes and procedures to ensure the selection of the

best available talent within and outside the enterprise to meet the

human capital needs in support of strategic goals. Continue to further

the development of innovative methodologies to identify and develop

talent. Direct executive leadership development activities including

succession planning.

V Develop and execute an HR plan aligned with group and enterprise

objectives to include organizational design, succession planning,

talent management, training and development, goal alignment and

communications.

V Direct, motivate and develop the HR generalists and functional experts

to design and implement best-practice HR programs and services that

are viewed as relevant and vital to the organizations success. Ensure

an HR culture that is responsive, service oriented, correct, and

flexible a team of business partners and problem solvers.

HUMAN RESOURCES LEGAL STRATEGIST ATTORNEY November, 2004 - June, 2006

LAW OFFICES OF LEGAL RESOURCES, PC., Matteson, IL

A law firm specializing in Employment Law and Business Legal Compliance.

Responsible for the contract legal and Human resources compliance efforts

of corporate clients.

Key Accomplishments

V During two tenures, provided subject matter expertise and in-depth

legal counsel to executive decision-makers of diverse small- to mid-

sized corporate.

V Consulted with clients to assess business and operational needs and

developed end-to-end HR and legal services to meet unique company

objectives.

V Assessed established HR and legal compliance policies, benefits /

compensation, succession / workforce planning, training, and

organizational development and recommended enhancements to mitigate

risk, avoid unionization, and enhance quality of workforce.

V Provided HR best practices training and development of the corporate

clients professional and executive staff.

V Managed full engagement life cycle; followed up with clients to ensure

satisfaction and respond to questions.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES May, 2003 - November,

2004

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH, Chicago, IL

A state agency focused on the health, education and welfare of the citizens

of Illinois

Key Accomplishments

V Partnered with executive team to plan and implement compliant and cost

effective HR operations for state government agency with union and non-

union employees.

V Oversaw all facets of HR operations with accountability for staffing,

employee development, and training programs.

V Conducted union negotiations and manage dispute / grievance handling

and arbitration. Maintained effective governmental relations.

V Acted as a lead contract negotiator on several contracts.

V Developed Performance management program to increase employee

productivity.

V Reduced the grievance claims by 10% in a 12 month period due to

training of managers in dealing with employee concerns.

V Developed, designed and implemented the Affirmative Action Program for

the Department.

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VICE PRESIDENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES July, 2000 - July, 2002

SOFT SHEEN PRODUCTS/CARSON, Chicago, IL

A multi-million dollar hair care company with local and international

presence.

Responsible for owning bottom-line accountability for all planning,

execution, and compliance related to Human Resources activities for

established personal care products company, a division of L'Oreal USA.

Directed three-member HR team in creating and implementing training /

development, performance management, organizational development, and

cultural change management initiatives. Monitored vacancies and

succession plans; recruited, screened, and hired employees. Reviewed churn

and design cost-effective retention strategies. Held additional

accountability for operations and facilities management.

Key Accomplishments

V Lead the identification, development and implementation of broad human

resources strategies and interventions associated with accomplishing

business objectives.

V Assisted the Senior Leadership Team in defining and transitioning the

organization's culture towards improved business results, customer

service and cost effectiveness.

V Ensured human resources policies and practices are consistent with and

support the Company's statement of purpose and compliance with

federal, state and local guidelines and regulations of employment

laws.

V Provided direction and support to subordinate managers and staff to

assure departmental effectiveness and efficiency.

V Selected, trained, developed and evaluated subordinates and initiated

personnel actions in accordance with human resources policies and

organization philosophy.

V Attended and participated in Senior Leadership Team meetings to

provide advice and guidance on the interpretation of human resources

policies as they relate to individual and

Division objectives. Participated in human resources decisions

involving employees.

V Maintained overall coordination of the organization's recruiting,

training, hiring, placement, development and promotion activities to

ensure all EEO/AAP requirements and organizational talent objectives

are met or exceeded.

V Provided direction and support to Senior Leadership Team to identify

and develop promotable talent within the organization. Determined

training and development needs and long-range programs accordingly.

Prepared and participated in annual talent review discussions.

V Directed and oversaw the labor relations function for the division.

Collaborated with business leaders to develop and execute collective

bargaining strategies, union avoidance objectives and sound labor

relations philosophy that results in harmonious labor-management

relationships.

V Directed the employee relations function. Identified and analyzed

employee relations problems and took appropriate action to correct

such problems.

V Developed and oversaw the Division's compensation programs, including

salary administration, bonus and incentive programs, including

Canadian operations. Ensured that compensation policies and practices

are fairly and consistently administered, that they ensure marketplace

competitiveness and support growth and career opportunities.

V Oversaw and supported safety programs and initiatives that resulted in

OSHA compliance and workplace safety.

V Participated in due diligence as required; coordinated and implemented

the transition of human resources-related activities for new

acquisitions.

V Represented Division's interest and point of view in discussion of

company-wide programs, processes and initiatives through participation

in company-wide HR leadership team. Had dotted line reporting

relationship to Corporate VP Human Resources.

V Performed such individual assignments as the President directed;

established and maintained effective work relationships within the

department, the Division and the Company; and maintained the

professional competence, knowledge and skill necessary for the

satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.

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VICE PRESIDENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES December, 1995 - July, 2000

21ST CENTURY TELECOM GROUP, INC. (RCN CABLE), Chicago, IL

A Multi-million dollar broadband cable company.

Spearheaded execution and ongoing development for HR policy and programs

for established broadband telecommunications company. As key member of

senior management team, conceptualized and executed HR infrastructure

encompassing compliance, staff development / retention, and organizational

development. Hired and supervised six-member HR administration team; led

compensation / benefits planning, recruitment and attrition, and training

programs. Hired 600+ management and hourly employees. Successfully defeated

unionization campaign.

Key Accomplishments

V Developed and implemented HR Strategy to support business goals which

included such items as Organizational Design, Strategic Workforce

Planning, Skill Development, Change Management and Employee Engagement

V Became a trusted advisor and coach to the President of Worldwide Field

Operations on all HR matters.

V Played a value added and influential role with respect to the

implementation of ongoing HR practices and programs, such as annual

merit and incentive process, talent review, development of high

potentials, trainee and rotation programs, employee survey action

planning and diversity.

V Leaded and developed HR Generalist staff of 4 subordinates

V Saved thousands of dollars and provided efficiencies in recruiting,

benefit administration and turnover.

V Successfully defended numerous EEOC complaints.

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Additional experience as Director Human Resources for Metz Baking Group,

Director Human Resources for Fox 32 Television Station, Benefits

Administrator for Dove International, Section Manager/ Employee Relations

for Spiegel Inc., and Supervisor for United Parcel Service

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

JOHN MARSHALL LAW SCHOOL - Chicago, Illinois

Juris Doctor (JD)

NATIONAL LOUIS UNIVERSITY - Evanston, Illinois

Master of Science in Management, Human Resources Administration Emphasis

Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Science (BA)

Professional Affiliations

Admitted to Practice Law in Illinois and the Northern District Federal

Court

American Bar Association (current member)

Chicago Bar Association (current member)

Illinois State Bar Association (current member)

Human Resources Management Association of Chicago (former member)

Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM)

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