Human Resources Management
Resume:
Robert Scott
Cleveland, Ohio **137
****.*****@*****.***
Summary
An extensive practical background of more than 20 years of "hands-on" human
resources experience. Excellent operational management skills with the
ability to integrate and align strategy, people, and activities across
multiple functions, processes, and teams. A proven professional in human
resources management, union avoidance, labor relations, diversity
management and organizational development, compensation and benefits with
expertise in talent acquisition, new employee orientation and on-boarding,
leadership development, equal employment opportunity, affirmative action
compliance, performance management, 360 Degree Feedback certification,
coaching skills, employee relations and project management. Well versed in
staff recruitment, behavior-based interviewing techniques, talent
management, retention, culture and inclusion as well as staff training and
development.
Areas of Expertise
Workforce Diversity Strategies and Workforce Development
Strategies and
Talent Management Statistical Analysis
Cultural Sensitivity, EEO and Affirmative Action
Diversity Recruitment and Retention
Leadership Coaching Succession
Planning
Policy Development and Implementation Creative
Project Planning and Oversight
Employee Engagement Performance
Management
Experience
The Berry Company
Dayton, OH
Senior Human Resources Business Partner 2008-2009
Operated as a strategic business partner to develop and implement human
resource programs, plans, policies, and procedures for the organization
within the business units. Lead the enterprise-wide lean manufacturing
implementation project. Served as the liaison between the company and the
third-party vendor throughout the implementation process and beyond.
Provided human resources support for over 1400 associates in a multiple
site plant location. Provided HRIS support to client group Business
Partners utilizing SAP, ADP and PeopleSoft ERP business processing
platforms.
. Developed and aligned HR initiatives in support of the client group's
business strategy.
. Managed employee relations issues, incident investigations,
performance management and discipline/corrective actions for assigned
client groups. Ensured consistent application of practices and
policies.
. Provided support for talent acquisition to include recruitment and
retention, compensation and benefits including total rewards strategy,
mentoring and coaching leaders on a myriad of human resources issues,
succession planning, employee engagement, and corporate diversity and
inclusion initiatives.
. Drove consistent staffing processes to ensure top talent in sales and
marketing including sourcing strategies, consistent interview
practices, job offers and employee orientation; measured staffing
effectiveness including turnover analysis and action planning.
. Coached and counseled managers regarding employee relations issues in
order to address employee issues effectively.
. Coordinated and enforced HR policies, processes, systems and reporting
activities consistent with compliance with regulatory issues such as
EEO, AAP, FMLA, COBRA, ADA, ERISA, HIPPA and FLSA.
. Provided management education on HR programs and policies.
. Ensured consistent execution of compensation and benefit programs
including merit, bonus, and promotional counseling. Provided
management education on salary administration and performance
management.
Rockwell Collins Cedar
Rapids,IA Diversity Manager
2007 - 2008
Enterprise-wide responsibility and cognizance over the Diversity, Equal
Opportunity and Affirmative Action Programs including OFCCP audit
preparation and support. Created and managed 29 affirmative action plans on
the behalf of the company.
. Served as strategic partner with company's business units (operations)
regarding diversity and inclusion, recruitment, affirmative action,
and equal employment opportunity.
. Managed the diversity objectives, initiatives and metrics including
the affirmative action plan requirements, investigation of potential
discrimination charges, and implementation of diversity strategies.
. Designed and implemented policies for hiring and oversaw adherence to
EEOC and affirmative action programs and diversity goals set by the
company.
. Worked directly with HR Business Partners who were engaged regarding
internal consulting, organizational development, strategic business
planning, diversity and implementation of solutions.
. Drove the diversity vision and mission throughout the organization
with respect to identifying and partnering with diverse recruiting
sources.
. Responsible for the Diversity Scorecard development and
implementation.
. Ensured that the affirmative action plan was compliant and positive
steps were taken to recruit and develop a diverse workforce which
matched the demographics of the community.
. Oversaw development/maintenance of affirmative action plans for the
company. Prepared and/or managed the preparation of the government
reports as necessary, e.g., EEO-1, VETS-100, EO Survey. Monitored the
company's affirmative action progress by providing direction and
consultation to all business units. Oversaw legal compliance with
FMLA, COBRA, ADA, OSHA, ERISA, HIPPA, etc.
. Developed and delivered Affirmative Action education. Served as the
liaison to Office of Federal Contract Compliance and internal/external
attorneys.
Borden Inc. Columbus, OH
Senior Human Resources Manager 2001 - 2007
Lead a Human Resources Department that provided an employee-oriented
strategy to align and enable the business goals. Promoted an employee-
oriented, high performance culture that emphasized empowerment, quality,
productivity and standards, goal attainment, and the recruitment and
ongoing development of a superior workforce in a unionized and non-
unionized lean manufacturing environment. Demonstrated the ability to think
strategically and understand the capabilities of the Borden Enterprise,
Operations business unit. Provided oversight for HR compliance for the
company which included OSHA compliance reviews. Drove Lean Manufacturing
process for the facility to include the implementation and training.
. Served as strategic partner with company's client groups (operations)
regarding corporate recruiting, employee engagement strategy,
diversity and inclusion, talent management, affirmative action, and
equal employment opportunity.
. Spearheaded the diversity goals and objectives including affirmative
action plan requirements, investigation for charges of potential
discriminations, and implementation of diversity strategies.
. Spearheaded development of new partnership strategies to drive
management of employee relations, employee turnover, and oversee
payroll and benefits administration.
. Autonomously managed the human resources function within a specific
client group who are engaged in transformational areas of Human
Resources, including internal consulting, organizational development,
strategic business planning, diversity and implementation of
solutions.
. Provided guidance to other locations to ensure compliance with federal
employment laws e.g. FMLA, ADA, EEO/Affirmative Action, Worker's
Compensation, Unemployment, OSHA and other employment laws.
. Acted as subject matter expert on performance management, diversity
management and training, disciplinary documentation and
investigations, performance improvement plans and leadership coaching.
. Provided over-arching guidance through collaboration with cross-
functional teams in the area of human resources compliance with
federal, state and local laws.
Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction
Columbus, OH
Senior Director, Human Resources 1997 -
2001
Manager for human resources and equal opportunity/affirmative action
compliance for a state government agency with over 40,000 internal
customers.
. Successfully implemented agency-wide diversity initiatives and
strategies.
. Formulated an agency-wide diversity strategic plan and continuous
improvement process.
. Provided strategies for the migration from the legacy systems to the
new platform; and provided training.
. Responsible for identifying internal & external weaknesses and threats
to the health of the agency with management oversight. These immediate
concerns included but were not limited to Employee Morale, Diversity,
Recruitment, Mentoring, Talent Acquisition and Retention.
Ohio Department of Youth Services
Columbus, OH
Deputy Director, Human Resources 1987 - 1997
Responsible for policies and procedures generation for the Division of
Human Resources.
. Promoted four times to positions of increased responsibility
culminating with selection as the Deputy Director of Human
Resources.
. Managed the entire Human Resources operation which encompasses
Cultural Diversity, Equal Employment Opportunities, Labor Relations,
Personnel, Compensation, e.g. talent management, recruitment, benefits
administration, budget, salary structure, training and professional
development, and the implementation and monitoring of the performance
evaluation process.
. Interpreted employment laws (Family Medical Leave Act, American's with
Disabilities Act, Civil Rights Acts, Age Discrimination Act, etc;) and
monitored fair labor practices throughout agency.
. Successfully created and implemented an agency-wide diversity plan.
. Solely responsible for resolving contract negotiations, grievance
processes, problem resolutions and mediation/arbitration.
. Implemented a performance metric system to establish baselines,
measure performance and initiate process improvements.
Rockwell International
Columbus, OH
Generalist, Human Resources 1986 -
1987
Education
Doctor of Ministry, North Carolina Theological Seminary, 2009
Master of Science in Law, Woodbury College, 2009
Masters of Divinity, North Carolina Theological Seminary, 2007
Bachelor of Science Degree, Business Administration, Central State
University, 1986
Professional Development
SPHR Certification, Society for Human Resources Management
Certification in PeopleSoft, SAP and ADP HRMS, Financials and Projects
software application
Certification in Taleo, Brass Ring, Virtual Edge and RecruitMax Applicant
Tracking Systems
Certification in Leadership Development
Certification in Total Quality and Lean Management managerial techniques
Various Human Resources and Labor Relations certifications
Member, (EEAC) Equal Employment Advisory Council, Washington, DC
Member, (ILG) Industry Liaison Group
Member, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity
Licensed Minister
Relocation
Willing to relocate
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