HR Consultant / Generalist/ Project Manager

R O B I N S I M M S, MHRM

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H U M A N R E S O U R C E S C O N S U LTA N T / G E N E R A L I S T /P RO J E C T M A N AG E M E N T

HR Skills

HR Department Startup Staff Recruitment & Retention Orientation & On Boarding

Employment Law Employee Relations Training & Development

FMLA/ADA/EEO/WC Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Performance Management

Mediation Benefits Administration Organizational Development

HRIS Technologies Process Audits HR Policies & Procedures

Workforce Analysis HR Crisis Management Change Management

EEO Investigation HR Program/Project Management Mergers and Acquisitions

Professional Experience

The HRMD – Atlanta GA

Consulting firm specializing in HR and Business Operations

HR Consultant/ Generalist, 2011 to Present

Perform consultative services nationwide delivering sustainable results though strategic planning and execution on a range of human

resources functions; Talent Management, Compliance, Organizational Development, Workforce Analysis, Compensation,

Benefits/Leave Management and Succession Planning. Perform EEO Investigations; Keep clients abreast of current laws and new

developments in human resources; Provide guidance on work related issues that impact the employer /employee relationship.

Key Accomplishments:

Played a key role in developing a successful HR department for a startup business. Structured and

implemented programs and policies in the areas of training, compensation structures, benefits packages,

incentives and new employee orientation.

Wrote employee and operation manuals covering issues including disciplinary procedures, code of

conduct, FMLA policy and benefits information.

Introduced the first formal performance review program, creating a flexible and well received tool that

was later adopted company wide.

Revised job descriptions across all levels in 50+ categories. “Shadowed” and interviewed employees to

construct an accurate picture of the duties and skills required for each position which led to job sharing

and a cost savings of 15%.

Introduced behavioral profiles as a hiring tool that reduced turnover by 60%

Audited an Affirmative Action Plan that revealed major discriminatory issues in hiring and flaws in

processes that affect compensation, promotion and discipline.

Strategically develop compensation plans that reduced turnover and saved the company 25%.

Perform compensation and FLSA audits.

Serve as interim HR management.

HR Now/Rhema Resources, Inc. Atlanta, GA

Consulting firm specializing in HR.

R O B I N S I M M S

Phone: 770-***-**** Page 2

HR Consultant/ Generalist, 2000 to 2011

Performed advisory and consultative services globally and internationally for a diverse client base on human resources issues ;

Identified, reviewed, and advised on tasks related to talent management and employment strategies; reviewed, interpreted and

evaluated operation guidelines and workplace policies and practices, conducted compliance audits and training; assisted with

compensation studies and performance management; provided knowledge and practical experience of EEO laws and regulations;

participated in mediations and settlement negotiations; performed workforce planning and analysis; assisted with various other

compliance, employee and human resources related issues. Provide education on laws and new developments to clients.

Key Accomplishments:

Successfully worked with a team in the Caribbean to investigate and uncover HR processes and

procedures that contributed to an 8 million dollar loss through misappropriation. Strategically developed

and recommended revised policies and practices to prevent future losses.

Co developed an automated audit system that identified compliance issues and liabilities.

Devised cost effective safety measures that reduced W/C exposure, OSHA violations while safely

increasing productivity.

Initiated a standardized new hire orientation program to provide consistency within the organization that

included HR information and company resources.

Saved hundreds of thousands of dollars for several clients by automating HR and eliminating repetitive

manual processes.

NueSoft Technologies Atlanta, GA

Leading supplier of Medical Management software to colleges, physicians and hospitals.

HR Manager, 1999 to 2000

Directed and implemented HR initiatives for a start up IT /Software company; ensured the maintenance and integrity of all payroll

data using ADP by HR Administrators; received employee complaints and acted accordingly to resolve employer/employee related

issues; prepared job descriptions and conducted compensation revisions to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws;

developed affidavits and documented employee incidents, investigated and completed ROI’s for all EEO complaints,maintained

employee database; directed Employee Relations programs; managed 401k and Benefits; created departmental forms for reporting;

managed training programs; oversaw the H 1B Visas process; maintained Workers Compensation program; developed Employee

Manuals; managed talent management activities; supervised a staff of three (3). Facilitated HR communication regarding HR laws to

Senior Management.

Key Accomplishments:

Played a key role in developing a successful HR department for a startup business. Structured and

implemented programs and policies in the areas of training, compensation structures, benefits packages,

incentives and new employee orientation.

Introduced company’s first formal performance review program, creating a flexible and well received

tool that was later adopted company wide.

Developed job descriptions using job and market analysis.

Successfully managed an H1B Visa process from start to finish that lead to the sponsoring of 3

employees.

Developed hiring protocol that lead to a 35% decrease in turnover.

Picker International Norcross, GA

R O B I N S I M M S

Phone: 770-***-**** Page 3

Leading distributor of Medical Supplies in the US

HR Generalist, 1996 to 1999

Prepared, reviewed and interpreted a variety of data, and reports; advised management on human resource related problems and

made recommendations; recruited and screened potential applicants for a Distribution/Call Center; conducted behavioral interviews;

reviewed employee disciplinary actions; conducted employment verifications; assisted with leave management and benefits

administration; maintained Workers Compensation program; ensured legal compliance with federal, state, and corporate employment

policies and practices.

Key Accomplishments:

Played a key role in managing employee relations issues.

Assisted with interviewing and the selection of new hires that reduces turnover in a call center by 22%.

Cagles Farm Atlanta, GA

Leading manufacturing operation for poultry

HR Director, 1993 to 1996

Mark of Excellence – Baltimore, MD

Private School for students from grades k4 12

HR Director, 1987 to 1993

Education & Certifications

National Louis university Atlanta, GA

Masters Degree in Human Resources (with honors)

TOWSON STATE UNIVERSITY Towson, MD

BS Degree in Psychology

EEO TRAINING INSTITUTE Miami, FL

Certified EEO Investigator, 2011

Re Certification, 2012

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