Professional Summary
Over ** years’ experience in all aspects of Human Resources/Office Management from initiating the setup of office/departments, to being an independent consultant.
Key Strengths
Ability to develop strong Excellent Computer Skills Training
relationships both in and Detailed Oriented Multi-task
outside the organization Organization Skills
Professional Experience
Alco Management, Inc. 2011-Present
Director, Human Resources/Administrative Services
Directed a department of seven which included Administrative, Human Resources and Payroll employees
Participated with executive level management in determining change management, and all Human Resources related issue
Converted the payroll system from paper to online as well as benefits, performance management and applicant tracking
Reduced payroll/benefits costs by 30% by negotiating pricing and fees, while ensuring the continuation and enhancements of services
Managed the benefit programs including analysis, benefit choices, and negotiating with vendors
Managed the 401k program including reviewing plans and negotiating prices and moving investments to be sure the company was getting the best coverage for the employees
Managed all Employee Relation incidents
Trained managers and directors on how to coach employees effectively and other Human Resources subjects
Directed all human resource processes for 70+ multi-family properties with employees in nine states
Established and managed department budget
Developed a mentoring program for new managers
Directed recruiting for all positions, including advertising, screening, background/drug screens, testing
Trained hiring staff on how to conduct effective interviews to determine the best candidate for a position
Managed Applicant Tracking System
Reduced turnover from 54% to 29% over a two year period
Increase retention rates by working with executive leadership to identify and reward top performers
Facilitate recruitment process across all business lines and source candidates through proven recruitment channels
Traveled to communities to train on benefits, employee handbook, policy and procedures, etc. to maintain compliance
Developed and maintained all policy and procedure manuals and employee handbook
Conduct updated training in order to stay incompliance with all state regulations
Directed Workers Compensation and Safety Program
Created compensation structure from the ground floor, establishing ranges, grades, surveys, etc.
Trained managers and executives on why the need for a compensation structure
Continued to monitor salary ranges by conducting salary surveys every 18 months
CRSA/LCS
Human Recourses Generalist 2006-2011
Manage and provide a full range of HR/Administrative support to more than 15 retirement communities in multiple states
Negotiate and administer benefits for over 1000+ employees with multiple plans
Manage budgets for benefits
Manage the Corporate office Administrative staff
Provided guidance in succession planning for future promotions
Develop and maintain all policy and procedure manual and employee handbook
Recruit for all level open positions
Interfaced with clients requiring staffing services to determine number of hires, salary, positions, and job descriptions for short-term and long –term temporary employees
Sourced resumes to select best qualified candidates and interviewed candidate to better assess qualifications and ascertain personality, personal character, and work ethic
Validated applicants references and communicated with previous employers to qualify capabilities and verify work history
Followed up with clients to evaluate temp employee performance and client satisfaction
Travel to communities to assure that all information is incompliance with regulatory guidelines
Establishes email, phone, and all computer equipment for new hires
Developed and administer new hire orientation for all levels of new hires
Dollar Tree Stores
Human Resources Manager 2003-2006
Provided complete range of HR support to two regional distribution centers collaborating with eight regional centers throughout the US
Advised and counseled managers and employees in employee relations, compensation, training, career development, benefits, job evaluations, time and attendance and performance management
Managed all aspects of Human Resources including hiring, employee relations, benefits, training, compensation and payroll
Directed recruitment efforts, and providing advice and coaching on all aspects of recruitment and talent management
Led aggressive campus recruitment initiative to build brand and expand company’s relationship with targeted schools
Trained and coached new and junior recruitment specialists to improve quality of hires and across all business sectors
Developed and implemented improved recruitment metrics to enhance metrics reporting
Updated current policy and procedures to keep up with industry standards
Manage Safety and Security of 400,000+ square foot facility and Associates
Independent Consultant 1993-2003
Consulted for various companies
Specialized in recruiting, compensations, benefits, employee relations, training and career development
Office and Management setup
Education and Professional Development
The Ohio State University Columbus OH Business Administration
Sitting for the SHRM – SCP January 2018
Professional Affiliations
National and local member of the Society of Human Resources Management
Memphis SHRM Chapter – Board Member 2015-2017
Founding member and previous Board Member of NWMS SHRM chapter