TERRIE WILKINSON, SPHR, SHRM, SCP
**** ********* ****, ***** ****, TX 78665
916-***-**** ******.*********@*****.***
PROFILE
Strategic human resources professional with 30 years of experience in both start-ups and established organizations
Skilled at consulting and executing strategies that align with business objectives and focus on talent development
Addresses challenges with a people-oriented approach and a commitment to excellence PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2015- 2017 Leave of Absence Manager Austin, TX
AECOM
Collaborate with short term disability provider, medical professionals, HR, payroll, and timekeeping
Field questions about all available leaves of absence, including disability, family, medical, personal and standby
Maintain current knowledge of federal and state laws as they apply to leave eligibility
Maintain database, process paperwork, and prepare state specific documents for state disability
Reconcile weekly billing to ensure insurance premiums are current 2014-2015 Human Resources Director Austin, TX
NAAVA Salon and Spa
Oversaw performance management/employee relations; made recommendations on sensitive employment issues
Wrote the Staff Handbook and corresponding protocols to ensure consistent processes
Created and updated job descriptions for all posting and recruiting efforts
Interviewed and tracked applicants, made hiring recommendations, and on-boarded new hires
Updated all new hire paperwork; audited and maintained employee and independent contractor files
Ensured the differences between independent contractors and employees were clearly communicated 2014 – 2014 Human Resources Generalist Austin, TX
Clinical Pathology Laboratories
Posted/refreshed job postings (iCIMS), reviewed all applications, forwarded qualified applicants to hiring managers
Facilitated interviews, checked references and coordinated offers and start dates
Advised Regional Mgrs on performance management & appropriate actions to be taken; assessed hiring needs
Oversaw eVerify process with all new hires
Assisted with implementation of WorkDay, trained employees on ESS
Took initial steps to implement AAP plan
2013-2014 Human Resources/Compliance Manager Carlsbad, CA Rubio’s Restaurants, Inc.
Oversaw all compliance related matters including updating company policies and ensuring legally required training
Executed a complete transition from paper I-9s to eVerify; reported annually on Vets 100 and EEO data
Supervised three direct reports; tracked file retention, offer letters, background checks, and drug screens
Approved new hires, rescission decisions, subpoenas, and unemployment claims
Provided cross training for other HR related functions
Promoted to corporate position after two years in a regional role 2011-2013 Regional People Services Business Partner Sacramento, CA Rubio’s Restaurants, Inc.
Directed 32 locations and approximately 480 Team Members in CA, CO, AZ, UT, and NV
Assisted with the onboarding of two new Regional People Service Business Partners
Co-created training for all new GMs, AMs, and Shift Leaders; delivered that training in all five states
Partnered in the creation of eVerify training and completed a rollout to all DMs, GMs, and AMs companywide
Led efforts in employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, employee relations, and investigations
Planned annual succession and training; implemented corporate programs and ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONTINUED
2004-2011 Human Resources Generalist Sacramento, CA FedEx Office
Directed 85 locations in CA, NV, AK, and HI including approximately 1,000 Team Members
Supervised efforts in employee engagement, coaching, employee relations, training and career development, diversity and inclusion, audits, and investigations
Supported operations partners in implementation of corporate initiatives and compliance with local, state and federal regulations/laws
Recruited, interviewed, and hired for exempt and difficult to fill positions
Reduced turnover from over 50% to company target of 30%
Improved standard operating procedures audit compliance from 75% to over 90%
Partnered with field operations on employee survey results and formulating realistic action plans to improve employee engagement
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Human Resources Director: Verizon Wireless (2001-2004)
Regional Human Resources Director: FedEx Home Delivery Pacific Northwest (2000-2001)
Regional Human Resources Director: HomeBase, Inc. (1999-2000)
Regional Human Resources Director: CKE Restaurants, Inc. (1995-1999) EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts: San Diego State University, San Diego, CA
Associate of Arts: San Diego Mesa College, San Diego, CA CERTIFICATIONS
Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
Professional Member-National Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM)
SHRM-SCP
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Big Sister League of San Diego
Majority Member and past Grand Officer of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls
Gold medal winner and President of Parliamentary Procedures team VICA