Ryan Salazar

*** ****** **. ~ Dillsburg, PA ***** ~ 717-***-**** ~

abnxjx@r.postjobfree.com

Qualifications Profile

Accomplished business professional with solid and progressive experience in

diverse areas of human resources. Adept in performing within dynamically

changing environments requiring focused decision-making. Skilled in

streamlining human resources processes, implementing cost control measures,

and enhancing operational efficiency. Comprehensive background in union as

well as non-union environments. Knowledge of EEO and affirmative action

planning.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Human Resources Employee Relations Employment Laws

Benefits Programs Strategic Planning Compensation

Talent Acquisition HRIS Technology Recruiting

Change Management Training & Coaching Policy Development

Professional Background

THE HOME DEPOT, Central, PA (2010 - Present)

District Human Resource Manager

Provided leadership and direction to human resources functions for 8 stores

in the district, which encompassed talent acquisition, organizational

assessment, employee relations, strategy/vision, and compensation. Educated

the team on professional development and career development initiatives.

Created a District Mentorship program to utilize manager's strengths to

develop Assistant Managers and Department Supervisor into top performing

engaged leaders. Facilitated performance reviews and documented results.

Analyzed workforce planning data and made recommendations to store

management teams.

Key Achievements:

. Played a key role in driving the human resources review process and

enhancing talent performance by identifying leadership development

opportunities.

. Ensured compliance with employment laws while remaining current on new

policies.

SODEXO, Harrisburg, PA (2009 - 2010)

In-Unit Human Resource Manager - Pinnacle Health

Maintained accountability for human resources across 3 hospitals including

1 union and 2 non-union accounts. Responded to all union grievances and

participated in labor management meetings. Executed employee training

programs in multiple locations. Ensured Unit Supervisors and Manager were

trained on Title VII (US) and relevant Federal, State, and Local employment

laws. Facilitated background investigations, pre-employment physicals, drug

screens, and employment/personal reference checks. Processed new hires into

the HRIS system, reviewed social security verifications, and assigned time

clocks in Labor Management.

Key Achievements:

. Led union contract negotiations while cultivating enduring

relationships with union members.

. Managed all aspects of employee relations, employment law compliance,

benefits management, training/development, talent acquisition,

performance management, and new hire orientation.

. Oversaw employee relations investigations and recommended appropriate

corrective action/terminations.

DHC, Mechanicsburg, PA (2008 - 2009)

Human Resources Generalist (Contract)

Participated in human resources, benefits administration, recruiting,

employee relations, and training/coaching. Spearheaded efforts to recruit

for all areas of business in the United States and United Kingdom.

Facilitated new hire and benefit orientations. Provided support to

employees with enrollment, claims, and Cobra issues.

Key Achievements:

. Led efforts to investigate all employee complaints, harassment, and

discrimination charges while providing recommendations on corrective

actions in compliance with Local, State, Federal, and Safety Rules,

Regulations, and Policies.

USA MOBILITY, Alexandria, VA (2006 - 2007)

Senior Human Resource Generalist

Executed recruiting responsibilities for the Medical Sales Department,

which included conducting prescreen interviews, reviewing references, and

conducting orientation for new employees. Delivered group and individual

instruction that covered a range of operational and management areas.

Designed training outlines and determined instructional methods.

Participated in the employee relocation process. Processed Reduction in

Force (RIF) severance compensation packages. Developed and updated job

descriptions and compensation grades for available positions. Pioneered the

implementation of new human resources policies.

Key Achievements:

. Established and achieved training objectives to ensure optimal

performance, which encompassed individual training, group instruction,

webinars, lectures, demonstrations, conferences, meetings, and

workshops.

. Played a key role in implementing EEO and affirmative action program

plans.

LOWE'S HOME IMPROVEMENT, Alexandria, VA (2003 - 2006)

Human Resource Manager

Created the recruitment process to attract a more experienced workforce.

Managed all aspects of talent acquisition. Handled benefits management and

employee relations. Analyzed the effectiveness of training and development

programs. Researched all employee complaints, harassment, and

discrimination charges. Provided support to the Store Manager in budget

reconciliation and salary forecasting/planning activities. Updated HRIS

system (PeopleSoft) with new employees, employee information changes,

training, benefits, and management payroll.

Key Achievements:

. Participated in quality assurance activities to identify training

needs, ensure appropriateness of site messaging, and proactively

identify opportunities to improve the customer experience.

. Delivered group and individual instruction/training that covered

technical, operational, sales, and management areas.

Early Career:

Human Resources Manager - Target, Baytown, TX

Human Resources Manager - Monarch Dental, Houston, TX

Human Resources Generalist - Akin, Gump, Strauss, Hauer & Feld, LLP,

Houston, TX

Human Resources Assistant - The Hanover Company, Houston, TX

Education & Credentials

Human Resource Certificate (2009)

Villanova University, Mechanicsburg, PA

Studies in Business Administration (2000)

Houston Community College, Houston, TX

Affiliations

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

HR Professional of Central Pennsylvania

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