Manager Human Resource
Resume:
DIANE BRADLEY
Greater Atlanta Area
Cell Phone 770-***-****
Email address:
***************@***.***
LinkedIn Web Profile Address:
http://www.linkedin.com/in/pdbradley
SUMMARY:
Senior level Human Resource professional with proven ability in delivering
people strategies while simultaneously building collaborative working
relationships, and maintaining high credibility with market area managers,
presidents, and associates at all organizational levels of the company.
Highly driven and results oriented individual offering exceptional
analytical, communication and organizational skills, management expertise
and a commitment to accuracy while providing high quality service.
Areas of Expertise
Full Life Cycle Recruiting Associate
Relations/Employment Law
Compensation/Benefits Analyzing Data/Compiling
Reports
Training and Leadership Development Strategic Business
Partner
Succession Planning/Talent Management Performance
Management
Facilitating Teamwork/Success Motivator
Mergers/Acquisitions
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
HR Consultant, Independent Contractor - Banking and Finance
Atlanta, GA
3/2010 - Present
Global Freedom Concepts
Gainesville, GA
HR Consultant (Part-time) 5/2010 - present
> Consult with Company President on all aspects in organizing and
implementing the human resource strategic business plan in compliance
with HR law.
> Implement the Employee Policy & Procedure Handbook, Recruiting manual
& guidelines, progressive discipline process & guidelines.
> Implement Benefit Manual to include guidelines for FMLA, OSHA, ADA,
and Workers Comp to align with HR compliance law.
Executive Recruiter
GA, SC, NC, TN, VA, KY Markets
HR Consultant (Part-time) 3/2010 - present
> Source and place qualified candidates for professional banking
positions to include Market Area Presidents, Commercial and Real-
Estate Lenders, Private Bankers, Corporate Relationship Managers,
Portfolio Managers, etc.
J and J Foods, Inc
Gainesville, GA
2009 - 01/2010
Director of Human Resources (Position Eliminated due to current Budget
state of Company)
> Manage Training Manager and HR Assistant.
> Manage and direct all aspects of Human Resources in support for 325
associates to include the CEO, Retail Operation VP and Store Managers.
> Manage and direct Compensation & Benefits, employment law, recruiting,
succession planning, payroll, 401K admin., OSHA, worker's comp &
general liability claims, training programs and managing associate
files.
> Develop & Implement the Associate Policy & Procedure Manual, Office
Manager & Store Mgr. Manuals.
> Design and implement the On-line Application Process along with design
of a formal recruiting process.
> Manage associate relations/progressive discipline processes & serve as
representative for unemployment hearings.
> Partner and Consult with the CEO and the VP of Retail Operations to
ensure compliance with employment law, Company Safety Program, and
OSHA/Workers Comp Reporting and HR Audits.
> Direct the Drug-Free Awareness Program along with training initiatives
for associates and family members.
Regions Financial Corporation
Atlanta/North GA Markets
2000 - 2008
Area HR Manager - Greater Atlanta/NGA markets
July 2006 to July 2008 (Position eliminated along with supported
Leadership Business line with AmSouth merger.)
> Manage a team of 8 associates to include the Metro ATL HR Manager,
Gainesville HR Sr. Generalist and six recruiters/generalists. Directly
support the Metro Atlanta/North GA Sr. Group President/Area Executive
along with direct reporting presidents & executives.
> Consult with business unit leaders and analyze workforce performance
to develop learning, coaching and performance improvement solutions
while customizing development plans that optimize sales & revenue.
> Establish relationships within market area to effectively communicate
and provide HR counsel around organization succession planning, talent
assessment, managing corporate culture, and serving as the HR
relationship driver to provide resources to assist with addressing
obstacles from preventing successful business results. Developed and
implemented Matrix tracking methods to benchmark recruiting success.
> Consult with area leadership and provide coaching around results of
employee surveys and focus group feedback while developing action
plans to ensure opportunities are utilized.
> Coach managers with assessment outcomes and results including the 360,
Hogan, Harrison, MBTI, and additional talent suited assessment tools.
> Directed East Regional HR department for an interim 8-month period,
November 2006 through June of 2007.
> Manage and Direct HR leadership providing support for 3500 associates
and 200 managers to include the following lines of business: mortgage,
credit, proof/check processing dept, retail/commercial/
private/business banking units, loan & retail operations, technology,
trust, marketing, real-estate division, funding, treasury management,
finance & control, training and development.
> Collect and Analyze HR data; track trends and development; and review,
interpret, and make recommendations based upon analysis of data.
Developed and implemented tracking methods to better manage and reduce
employee relations issues and improve training for managers and
supervisors.
> Responsible for managing the Full Life Cycle recruiting and On-
boarding processes for new hires: Averaged 625 hires on a yearly
basis. Implemented recruiting tracking methods to ensure diversity &
quality hires.
> Managed all aspects of associate relations issues, disputes,
investigations, along with the disciplinary process.
> Align communication of processes, resources, and systems to ensure
effective implementation and delivery of results by facilitating on-
going road shows within market area. Averaged 100% successful
completion of yearly employee benefits open enrollment.
> Successfully retained key leadership talent through two recent
merger/acquisitions while working closely along side the metro Atl/NGA
regional CEO to monitor closely the talent/succession planning
processes.
> Managed and directed the cost saves initiative for the East Region
resulting in 7.2 M in FTE revenue cost saves.
> Successfully managed and directed the RIF process for market territory
along with severance communications.
HR Business Partner - Greater Atlanta/NGA Markets
April 2004 to June 2006
> Responsible for alignment of HR strategy within the NGA/ATL market for
business line objectives including climate development, talent
assessment along with succession planning, compensation management,
performance management and change management supporting 5000
associates.
> Build relationships within market area to effectively communicate and
provide strategic HR counsel regarding organization effectiveness,
driving the corporate culture, and serving as the relationship driver
to bring resources to address obstacles preventing successful business
results.
> Partner with area leadership around recruiting, HRIS, payroll, benefit
enrollment, and associate relations, etc. to ensure positive delivery
within NGA/ATL market.
> Serve as a Career Advisor for market area to assist associates with a
career path for succession planning.
> Retained Key Leadership associates through Facilitation of ongoing
Focus Groups to assist with analyzing obstacles that may prevent
business success while effectively preparing business units for
delivery of successful sales results.
> Lead business units with aligning organizational structure through
succession planning, talent identification, and structure for the
NGA/ATL markets to ensure retention of key leadership talent.
> Consult with market area leadership around results of employee
surveys, offering feedback and coaching with development of action
plans to ensure opportunities for driving business success while
targeting pitfalls.
> Certified to interpret assessments to include the Hogan, Harrison,
MBTI, and additional career tools.
> Manage the Sr. HR generalist and Jr. HR business partner for the NGA/
Metro ATL market.
> Work closely with Recruiting Manager to oversee the hiring and on-
boarding processes.
> Facilitate and organize Associate On-boarding for an average of 600
associates per year.
> Manage associate relations, employee disputes, labor law, &
investigations along with the disciplinary process.
> Managed and directed the cost saves initiative for the ATL/NGA markets
resulting in 4.0M in FTE revenue.
> Successfully managed the RIF /Severance process for the metro Atlanta
and North GA markets.
HR Recruiting/Generalist Team Lead - North &South GA / SE ALA / NW FL
Markets
September 2002 to April 2004
> Provide leadership and guidance in the facilitation of the hiring
process for the recruiting team.
> Manage and train a team of 5 recruiters/generalists and one
employment coordinator.
> Ensure placement of qualified applicants whom meet current and
future staffing needs for Regions Financial by analyzing
hiring/retention trends to focus on "right" hires vs. "quick" hires.
> Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all
levels of management.
> Manage and direct employee investigations, labor law, employee
relations issues/disputes.
> Direct managers in developing an overall recruiting strategy and in
designing recruiting plans.
> Market and promote Regions Bank as the Employer of Choice.
> Ensure equitable treatment of all internal and external candidates
during the employment process in accordance with federal,
state and local employment laws.
> Manage required employment documentation is completed to satisfy
company policies and procedures.
> Facilitate direction and training for managers on interviewing and
hiring techniques.
> Provide guidance, direction and assistance to associates/managers
regarding the interpretation of HR policies, associate
disputes/resolution, labor law, associate benefits enrollment, and
company policies.
> Manage sensitive employee relations issues and terminations with
tact and diplomacy.
HR Recruiting Specialist II/Generalist - Great Atlanta /NGA Markets
September 2000 to September 2002
> Ensure placement of qualified applicants to meet current and future
staffing requirements by identifying candidates for entry and mid
level positions within the company. (Placed 345 associates/avg. per
year)
> Recognized for maintaining 1-% turnover ratio for the NGA Proof Dept.
> Reduced Teller turnover rate significantly for the Gainesville and
surrounding markets through local market compensation analysis and
providing a summarized recommendation to the NGA CEO.
> Instruct and organize all orientation classes for new hires and
managed benefits enrollment programs.
> Maintain data base of all contacts, including sourcing of current and
prospective candidates, future candidates, and provide tracking of all
candidates hired.
> Maintain awareness of various staffing needs due to reorganizations,
terminations, and resignations.
> Ensure equitable treatment of all internal and external candidates
during the employment process in accordance with federal, state and
local employment laws.
> Manage all employee labor issues/disputes, investigations, and coach
managers.
Brenau University
Gainesville, GA
1999 - 2000
Director of Career Services/Job Placement
> Provide career counseling for Brenau University students & alumni, and
Direct the Academic Support Program.
> Administer career assessment tools (MBTI, Strong Vocational, Holland
Types, Leadership Assessments, etc.) for students and alumni.
> Direct students and alumni through the job placement process.
> Facilitate workshops/seminars on job readiness skills/graduate school
application process.
> Coordinate local employer recruitment and internship programs.
> Supervise admin assist, student assistant(s), Interns along with
operational budget.
> Administer the annual exit survey to all graduating students each May
& compile results into annual report.
> Coordinate Women's Leadership Program and instruct Leadership courses.
> Revise and update the Leadership Program coursework while working
closely with the Dean of the Business College to become a required
part of the business curriculum.
> Implement and organize on/off campus job/career fairs and Maintain
credential files for students & alumni.
> Design and Implement the Brenau College computerized job placement
board.
> Maintain marketing/public relations for the career service office.
> Spearhead and initiate the Brenau University Career Service website.
> Implement a Policy & Procedure manual and Assessment Plan for the
Office of Career Services & Leadership.
Gainesville State College
Oakwood, GA
1984 - 1999
Coordinator of Career Development and Job Placement Services
> Counsel with Gainesville State College students & alumni regarding
academic and career decision-making including job searches,
internship/summer job information, and job placement services.
> Coordinate all functions related to career planning, student
employment, and professional job placement
> Maintain company/employer relations with recruiters in order to
provide a comprehensive range of placement opportunities.
> Administer MBTI, Strong Vocational, Holland Types, SIGI, etc.
> Facilitate quarterly Job fairs/Career fairs and the Gainesville
College Orientation Classes.
> Initiate and market recruiting services to potential employers by
building a vender base of 375 employers.
> Created the "Gainesville College Resume" to market Gainesville College
students to area employers.
> Initiate and Implement the Gainesville College job placement program.
> Maintain records and files on prospective students for potential job
placement opportunities.
> Spearhead the Paralegal Job Placement program in accordance with
National ABA requirements.
> Serve as academic advisor to students with undeclared majors.
> Implement the Gainesville College Career Resource library.
> Initiate, Design and Facilitate quarterly workshops & career seminars
to assist students with study skills, test taking, stress anxiety,
career exploration and job readiness skills.
> Supervise and train student workers, administrative assistant, and
interns from area universities.
> Initiate and Create the Career Center Quarterly Newsletter to inform
students of career exploration, job readiness skills, transfer
process, and other topics related to career development.
> Design and implement the Gainesville College Career Assessment packet
to assist undeclared majors.
EDUCATION:
Master of Education, Counseling/Ed. Psyche. Concentration
University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Bachelor of Science, Family and Consumer Sciences - Family Counseling
Concentration
University of Georgia, Athens, GA
SHRM, Human Resource Certificate Institute
Gainesville State College (HRCI), Completed Fall Semester 2008
SPHR Human Resource Certificate Program - 36 hour course
COMPUTER SKILLS: HR Systems: People Soft, Cyborg, Applicant
Harbor, VURVE/KRONOS,
E-Test, E-Recruit/Recruitmax Other: Microsoft Office, Windows XP,
Lotus Notes, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
CURRENT PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:
Georgia Association for Colleges and Employers
National SHRM Member / Atlanta SHRM Member
SHRM SPHR Human Resource Certificate Program, completed Gainesville State
College 12/ 08.
HONORS:
> The Leadership Institute, Leadership University/Indiana University, 1999
- 2000
> Discretionary Merit Award for Exceptional Leadership & Outstanding
Performance, Regions Bank.
> Regions "HEART" Certificate Award of Recognition for Exceptional
Leadership & Outstanding Performance with Staffing, Succession Planning
and Recruiting efforts, Regions Bank.
> Career Advisor / MBTI Certified.
> AIRS Certified Internet Recruiter
> Recipient of the Regions Everyday Confidence Award for exceptional
leadership in leading
the Company's mission and values, Regions Bank.
> Certified Executive Coach, course completed 2006
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES:
Kevin Rodgers
Direct Reporting Manager, Regions Financial Corporation
People Strategies Consultant, INC.
Email: *****@**************************.***
Phone: 1-305-***-****
o Chante Belton
Corporate Recruiter, Regions Financial Corporation
Co-Worker
Email: ******.******@*******.***
Phone: 770-***-****
o Sabrina Jarrett
HR Generalist, Regions Financial Corporation
Directly Reported to Me
Phone: 770-***-****
o Butch Miller
Owner, Honda Dealership
Milton Martin Honda, Gainesville, GA
Email: ***********@*******.***
Phone: 770-***-****
o Dr. Tom Walter
Vice President for Student Development/Enrollment Management
Gainesville State College
Email: *******@***.***
Phone: 678-***-****
o Herm Manderson
Commercial Executive, EVP
Regions Financial Corporation
Email: ******.*********@**.***
Phone: 770-***-****
o Tom Butsch
Home Builder Finance Exec., EVP
Regions Financial Corporation
Phone: 404-***-****
o Mark T. Scott
Regional Field Supervisor
Summit / Liberty Mutual
Southeast Region
o CB Fair
Metro Atlanta/North GA Regional CEO
Regions Financial Corporation
Supported his market.
*******@****.***
Phone: 678-***-****
o Winston Groat
Retail Executive, Metro Atlanta Market
Regions Financial Corporation
*.*****@*******.***
Phone: 770-***-****
o Robert Repke
IT Manager, J&J Foods Inc.
******@**********.***
Phone: 678-***-****
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