JAMES L. COLLIER
Nashville, TN 37211
*********@*******.***
WORK EXPERIENCE
Independent Consultant
Various consulting projects mainly in the areas of policies, fair
employment, management training and employee relations
Jenisys Engineered Products, Inc., Goodlettsville, TN 2002 to 11-2006
Director, Human Resources
Responsible for managing all aspects of the Human Resource function for
multi-state operations of this manufacturer of commercial building
products.
. Complete revision of personnel policies & procedures.
. Developed & implemented a company-wide new employee orientation.
. Lead constructive, successful employee relations efforts for 7 non-
union & one union facility.
. Conducted successful company-wide FLSA analysis and implemented
changes.
. Analyzed & streamlined major processes affecting HR, benefits &
payroll.
United Healthcare Corporation, Nashville, TN 1993 to 2001
Manager, Human Resources
Responsible for managing all aspects of the Human Resource function for
assigned multi-state regional operations of this Fortune 100 managed health
care organization.
. Led reorganization/downsizing efforts impacting 100+ employees in
three states.
. Facilitated management training for over 400 managers and supervisors
in 10 states.
. Developed computer-based attendance tracking tool, which streamlined
record-keeping and improved accuracy.
. Led a compensation system conversion for a large, complex health
plan.
. Negotiated a contract that saved over $25,000 in recruiting costs.
. Developed and implemented a successful strategy to improve employee
attitude survey results.
Quebecor Printing, Dickson, TN 1989 to 1993
Assistant Human Resources Manager
Handle the full range of Human Resources and safety functions for this 400+
employee commercial printer. Responsibilities included: training, employee
relations, safety, policy development, AAP, selection and managing various
employee participation programs.
. Successfully led a participative compensation survey process on an
annual basis resulting in improved employee relations and
satisfaction.
. Facilitated safety and wellness initiatives resulting in improved
safety outcomes.
. Established proactive strategies for successful union avoidance
Collier, Inc., Savannah, TN 1988 to 1989
Human Resources Consultant
Responsible for the total H.R. function for this 4-location part of a
nationally franchised restaurant chain.
. Consulted management on legal, fair employment issues.
. Developed policy for handling worker's compensation issues
Rebound, Inc., Hendersonville, TN 1986 to 1988
Human Resources Manager
Corporate Human Resources function for a growing health care rehabilitation
company.
. Initiated 401(k) and cafeteria plans.
. Developed company personnel policies and procedures.
. Started with company as a Corporate Recruiter and was promoted after 4
months.
Additional Relevant experience
Management training, recruiting testing and selection
EDUCATION
Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN
MA Industrial/Organizational Psychology,
University of Mississippi, Oxford, MS
BA Political Science