Employee Relations Manager

JEFFREY BOOTH

**** ********* ****** **. ******, MO 64801 Cell PH: 417-***-**** landline 417-***-**** e-mail: *********@*****.***

Summary

High record of success in Human Resources Management, a creative problem solver with proven abilities as the visionary, creator, and driver of strategies and business plans that have consistently delivered to the success of the company. I practice sound business ethics, promote safety and conduct business freely, fairly, according to the laws, and promote an environment of mutual respect. Although having taken a break from Human Resources for the past 3 years, I have stayed current in the changing trends and laws. I have coached other HR professionals and kept current watch on the future of HR for the next 10 years and what challenges companies will be facing will be facing.

Skills

Employee Engagement

Strategic Planning

Project Management

Performance Management

Conflict Resolution

Change Management

Union Negotiations

Performance Improvement Plans

Team Building

Talent Acquisition

On Boarding & Training

Communications

Experience

Realtor Dec 2017 to current

Charles Burt Realtors – Joplin, MO

Working with property buyers or sellers and helping them navigate the complex nature of the property market. To aid clients in finding out what kind of property they want and what they are willing to sell or pay, and any specific amenities they are seeking.

Human Resources Manager Jun 2012 to Jun 2015

CJ Bio America – Fort Dodge, IA

Provided guidance and oversight to management in the development of appropriate key performance indicators.

Identify and define quality candidates in a tight job market and reduce cost per hire and turn-around time. Manage succession planning and employee development programs to build for the future and retain top talent.

Coach senior management to develop and communicate new strategy for continues improvement and organizational effectiveness.

Integrate cross functional teams to change corporate culture and define common vision of success. Drive change targeted at strategic growth.

Develop and implement benefits and compensation programs that provide strong ROI.

Contracted with and successfully met all requirement of the Iowa Economic Development Authority for tax incentives, additionally partnered with the Iowa Central Community College on 260 E bond to cover the costs of classroom and on the job training programs for over 100 employees that included training at CJ locations in Korea, Brazil, and China.

Labor Law: Ensured compliance with regulations and minimize company’s legal liability.

Director, Human Resources Apr 2011 to Sep 2011

City of Neosho – Neosho, MO

Updated Employee handbook, policies and benefit plans to meet federal and state regulations.

Re-quoted and renewed all benefits per city guidelines.

Updated Safety handbook and completed required annual training.

Regional Human Resources Manager Feb 2007 to Feb 2011

The Schwan Food Company – Carthage, MO

Maintained active involvement in the succession and career-planning/career-path process and workforce planning initiatives in a manner that enables long-term bench strength for the organization.

Reduced EEOC charges and employee grievances by 80% through training and partnering with supervisors.

Advised managers on fair hiring practices and employee performance issues to reduce corporate liability.

Partnered with site leadership on continuous improvements plans to drive business results, customer service, and alignment with Company Values

Represented the company at employment related hearings and investigations.

Participated in employee termination and demotion discussions; coach managers in preparation for such discussions reducing law suits.

Administered and worked with plant leaders in developing and driving improvements related to Employee Survey results.

Human Resources Consultant Apr 2002 to Feb 2007

Self-Employed – Conneaut, OH

Advised management regarding legal, ethical and moral disciplinary and termination practices.

Advised management on employee relations and retention services.

Supported company compliance programs (e.g., EEO/AA, DOL, ADA, FLMA, WC, etc.) to ensure legal compliance.

Worked with local HR to ensure accuracy of all job descriptions across all company employees.

Advised management on employee on-boarding and training programs.

Division Director, Human Resources Jan 1996 to Apr 2002

Arch Wireless – Columbus, OH

Partnered with key business managers to lead a major reorganization initiative to consolidate several regions into a single market-focused organization during 3 major merger/acquisitions. Initiated change management and cultural integration efforts required to transform several cultures into one with bias for action and customer focus.

Managed and partnered with business leaders to guide them through company practices for HR programs including: 360 feedback, performance management, compensation planning, succession planning, communication, workforce planning, organizational structure design, training and development options and change management.

Managed the succession and career-planning/career-path process and workforce planning initiatives in a manner that enables long-term bench strength for the organization.

Performed compensation analysis realigning wages with market reducing turnover.

Participated in employee termination and demotion discussions; coached managers in preparation for such discussions.

Prior Human Resources Experience

Division Human Resources Manager, Spectrum Control Inc.

Employee Relations Manager, Leigh Industries

Employee Relations Representative, Union Carbide Corp.

Education

Bachelor of General Studies 1980

Pre-Law

Senior Senator – Student Senate

Kent State University – Kent, OH

Leadership

Board of Directors: Hot Meals USA 2017 to Current

A Non-Profit organization created the for purpose to provide equipment and people to feed those affected in times of disaster.

Zoning Board of Appeals: North Kingsville, Ohio 1995 to 2007

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