STEPHEN M. DORSO
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Appt #2051 Email : ******@***.***
Irving, Texas 75063
BACKGROUND SUMMARY
Seasoned professional with significant experience in the design,
development and, implementation of Human Resources programs. Proven
accomplishments in the development of programs and initiatives that support
company philosophies and strategic objectives. Motivated by challenge with
strong leadership, analytical and communications skills.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
. Designed and implemented base compensation and incentive compensation
programs.
. Evaluated, recommended and created an employee appraisal/evaluation tool.
Developed a corresponding pay for performance system allowing the
organization to better reward employees for performance and control
operating costs.
. Designed, implemented and administered health, dental and vision plans to
include EPOs, PPOs, HMOs and CDHPs.
. Conducted due diligence analyses and implemented changes necessary to
compensation and benefits programs as a result of mergers and/or
acquisitions. Developed communication plans to ensure effective
communication of these changes.
. Developed and implemented employee Wellness Programs and other cost
savings initiatives to reduce health care costs.
. Designed, communicated and implemented 403(b) plans and matching 401(a)
plans.
. Reduced costs associated with time off programs while improving the
coordination of Vacation, Sick, Short Term Disability and Long Term
Disability programs.
. Terminated a Defined Contribution (Pension) Plan. Awarded the 2008 Best
of Class Retirement Benefits Solution Award by the Southwest Benefits
Association for innovation and communication.
. Served as a Human Resources strategic advisor, service leader and
business catalyst to an Executive Vice President and eleven (11) Vice
Presidents. Provided Human Resources support and counsel in the
development of numerous new initiatives intended to move a health system
from a re-active to a pro-active focus on the total health.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER OF DALLAS March
14, 2005 - January 10, 2014
Human Resources Business Partner, Children's Medical Center of Dallas.
Responsible for partnering with Vice Presidents and senior leaders in the
Population Health division to achieve shared organizational objectives.
Accountable for identifying people trends, developing staffing plans,
forecasting and engaging other HR functional areas as needed (recruitment,
benefits, compensation, etc.) to support organizational initiatives and
the achievement of divisional goals and objectives. (November 2012 -
January 2014)
Director, Compensation & Employee Benefits, Children's Medical Center of
Dallas. Designed, implemented and administered compensation and incentive
programs, performance management programs and employee benefits programs.
(April 2011- October 2012)
Manager, Employee Benefits, Children's Medical Center of Dallas. Designed,
implemented and managed employee benefits programs of the Medical Center to
include health, dental and vision insurance programs, short term and long
term disability insurance programs, life insurance, retirement and paid
time off programs. (March 2005 - March 2011)
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UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER, INC. March 26, 2001 - March
11, 2005
Corporate Strategic Business Leader, Rewards & Systems, University Medical
Center, Inc. Designed, implemented and managed the compensation, benefit
and HRIS programs of the hospital system. Directed the HRIS staff in the
development of systems, processes and HRIS reporting. (June 2002 - March
11, 2005)
Director of Human Resources, Zale Lipshy University Hospital. Directed and
managed all Human Resources programs and activities of the hospital to
include recruitment, employee relations, compensation and benefits
programs. (March 2001 - June 2002)
COUNTY OF DALLAS, Dallas, Texas
January 11, 2000 - March 16, 2001
Senior Compensation Analyst, County of Dallas. Temporary position assisting
the County of Dallas in the assessment and evaluation of major
organizational changes in several divisions to include the analysis of
current and proposed compensation levels for staff within each division.
ST. PAUL MEDICAL CENTER, Dallas, Texas September 18,
1981- March 26, 1999
Director Human Resources at St. Paul Medical Center, a member of the Texas
Health Resources System. Responsible for the implementation of new
programs, system initiatives and the management of human resources
operations. (August 1997- March 1999)
Director Human Resources / Team Leader at St. Paul Medical Center, a member
of the Harris Methodist Health System. Accountable for the management of
the Human Resources Department and the coordination and implementation of
all human resources activities. (January 1996- August 1997)
Director Human Resources at St. Paul Medical Center, a member of the
Daughters of Charity National Health System. Directed, planned and managed
the human resources programs and policies of the hospital. Recommended new
programs or changes to compliment the strategic initiatives of the
organization. (July 1984- January 1996)
Assistant Director, Human Resources at St. Paul Medical Center. Managed
and administered the employee compensation and benefit programs of the
organization. (December 1981- July 1984)
Compensation and Benefits Manager, Human Resources at St. Paul Medical
Center. Responsible for market research and the salary analysis of all
positions. Developed recommendations designed to attract, recruit and
retain employees. (September 1981 - December 1981)
UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO HOSPITAL, Albuquerque, New Mexico May
1977- September 1981
Compensation Analyst, Human Resources at the University of New Mexico
Hospital. Responsible for conducting market surveys and for the development
of compensation recommendations. Processed new hires into the payroll
system. Maintained the Human Resources database for over 1200 employees.
EDUCATION / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Certificate in Accounting, 1977
Certification: Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Dallas / Fort Worth Healthcare Human Resources Association - (Former Board
Member)
Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM)