Human Resources Professional Experience

Meticulous professional with extensive experience in Human Resources and Labor Relations, hold a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) L-Clearance at a nuclear site, am an excellent communicator, completes projects on time and within budget constraints, and is willing to travel and/or relocate.

Champions and excels at conflict resolution through active listening and open dialogue, preventing costly legal processes. Team player dedicated to relationship and consensus building that achieves positive outcomes for management and labor. Exhibits a clear communication style focused on attaining solutions that build efficient and team-oriented working environments throughout the company.

Proven ability to support rapid expansion to meet staffing requirements (staffed over 150 within 90 days); equally adept at right-sizing as projects are completed, transitioning personnel to other projects.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Investigator for all union-related issues

Strategic Planning and Implementation which resulted in site-wide improvement in attendance.

Knowledgeable in Agency Orders, Regulations and Statutes governing Human Resources and Labor Relations (EEO and NLRA).

Provide direction to Management in the interpretation of Collective Bargaining Agreements and Company HR Policies and Procedures

Prepare Investigation Reports for senior Managers and Directors

Ensure adherence to a Safety Conscious Work Environment (SCWE)

Provide Feedback and Guidance to Management on Disciplinary Action and Grievance Resolutions

Experienced Instructor and Training Program Developer, training Management and Directors on requirements of new Collective Bargaining Agreements

EDUCATION

Master of Science Degree in Human Resources Management: Cappella University - Received June, 2012

Bachelor of Science in Specialized Studies Degree in Psychology and Communication: Ohio University - Received August, 2006

Associate of Science Degree in Human Services: Ohio University - Received March, 2005

Training

The Reid Technique of Investigative Interviewing, 2015

Davis-Bacon Act, 2008

Portsmouth site-specific trainings - continuous

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Fluor-BWXT Portsmouth LLC, Piketon, OH (Contractor to U.S. DOE)

2011 – Current Human Resources Generalist III/Labor Relations Generalist III; Waste Management Training Program Coordinator

The mission of Fluor-BWXT Portsmouth is to decontaminate and decommission the former Uranium Enrichment Plant (PORTS) safely and compliantly and to partner with local communities to achieve sustainable future uses of the site.

Championed company transition from LATA/Parallax to Fluor-BWXT regarded as point of contact for union personnel for LR/HR-related activities.

JANIE STEWART

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE continued

Responsible to submit data to the U.S. Department of Energy for quarterly, biannual, and annual reporting requirements.

Oversee and conduct investigations that involve represented employees, with h approximately 750 United Steelworkers (USW) and approximately 75 Security, Police and Fire Professionals of America (SPFPA) Union Workers. Also investigated Human Resources matters and Employee-Related Concerns involving allegations of policy & procedure violations, retaliation, safety issues, and employee harassment.

Provide guidance to all management levels to maintain an atmosphere free from Harassment, Intimidation, Retaliation, and Discrimination (HIRD).

Created and presented training to over 200 Managers and Directors on the new Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Assisted in the development of the Mission Need Statement (MNS) and Preliminary Project Execution Plan (PPEP) for the X-326 Process Building D&D Capital Asset Project, saving approximately $70,000 for the company by eliminating the need to hire.

Interpret company policies and the union contract daily and provide coaching and guidance for Management.

Recognized for my work as company representative during union grievance process and Union Negotiations.

Coordinate and Schedule all training for the Waste Management Organization.

Create and distribute weekly shipping reports to management.

Effectively develop strategic plans and processes to address issues and produce results.

Maintain positive energy in a highly stressful atmosphere.

Able to master new tasks quickly; organized and detailed approach to work activities.

Dedicated and Motivated to complete tasks, resolve conflicts, and continually strive for excellence.

LATA/Parallax Portsmouth, Piketon Ohio (Contractor to U.S. DOE)

2008-2011 Human Resources/Labor Relations Specialist

The mission of LATA/Parallax Portsmouth is to decontaminate and decommission the former Uranium Enrichment Plant (PORTS) safely and compliantly and to partner with local communities to achieve sustainable future uses of the site.

Benefits Administrator to include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Flexible Spending Account (FSA); 401k Plan; Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, FMLA, and Workers’ Comp. Resolved all issues and/or conflicts between employees and benefit company.

Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Administrator, responsible to enter all initial and ongoing information regarding employees’ wages, personal information, and benefits elections.

Strong interpersonal skills inspiring trust and confidence from employees.

Interpret company policies and the union contract daily and provide coaching and guidance for Management.

Responsible to submit data to the U.S. Department of Energy for quarterly, biannual, and annual reporting

Excellent as a liaison for USW employees and benefit holder.

Ensured personnel files were complete.

Coordinated training, security, and union leadership meetings during onboarding of new hires.

Entered electronic job postings; contacted and scheduled interviews for applicants during recruiting process.

Managed the random drug-screen program and submitted reports to the Department of Energy.

Administrator of pre-employment background checks.

Implemented new hand-scanner time clock and managed the enrollment of all hourly workers.

Job and Family Services, Pickaway & Pike Co., Waverly &Circleville, OH

2006-2008 Case Worker

My professional position concentrated on verifying information submitted to receive public assistance and maintaining the database.

Conducted interviews to determine eligibility for assistance benefits.

Determined qualifications for Workforce Investment Act (WIA) adult grant program & assisted customers enrolling in classes.

Audited program participation to ensure compliance with state requirements?

JANIE STEWART

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE continued

Pickaway-Ross Career and Technology Center, Chillicothe, OH

2004-2006 Program Coordinator (Manager) & Instructor

Program Coordinator (Manager) & Instructor for various adult education classes for Dislocated Workers which included the following:

Promoted from Instructor to Program Coordinator (Manager) within nine-month period, responsible for two (2) grant programs in two (2) counties managing a staff of five (5) to seven (7) employees.

Directed Human Resources, Recruiting, Instructing, and Workshop activities.

Developed staff levels to cover class instruction.

Increased employee proficiency by establishing detailed staff meeting agendas and expectations.

Built a foundation for job skilled employment workshops and training opportunities.

AWARDS & MEMBERSHIPS

US Government “L” Clearance – US Department of Energy

National Association of Employee Concerns Professionals (NAECP)

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

Dean’s List - Ohio University

Ohio University Alumni Association

Judicial Watch

Recipient of site-award for my participation in contract negotiations

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