Human Resource Resources

A dedicated and passionate Human Resource Leader with progressive

experience leading HR strategy and teams. Diverse industry experience,

ranging from startups to multi-site and global organizations. Proven

ability to develop and deliver HR strategies within high-performance and

growth-oriented environments. Successful collaborator and trusted business

partner, able to design, execute, and communicate and manage strategic

Human Resource initiatives.

Human Resource Competencies

? Strategic Planning ? Talent Management ?

Employee Engagement

? Organizational Restructuring ? HR Infrastructure & Design

? Change Management

? Organizational Development ? Employee Relations ?

Talent Acquisition

Professional Experience

SR Human Resource Consultant- Robert Half Management Resources, Dallas, TX

2010 - Present

Current Client: Lehigh Hanson / Heidelberg Cement, Irving, Texas

Robert Half Management Resources is a provider of senior-level

professionals in Human Resources and Organization Development on a project

and interim basis. Partnering with client organizations to build HR

capacity in the areas of: Change Management, Employee Relations,

Engagement, Compliance, Training & Development, and Classification and

Compensation.

> Provide subject matter expert advice for compliant resolution with

exempt and non-exempt client groups. Conduct EEOC/Title VII

investigations to resolve complaints and violations of policies and

legal regulations/compliance.

> Design training for HR Globe (SAP hybrid program) for Key and Basic

User audiences including, assessment, evaluation, training SOPs, and

skill-building exercise development.

> Manage reduction-in-force (RIF) impacting 33% of the organization with

a signed release rate of 98% resulting in zero legal actions. Oversight

for outplacement transition including: unemployment, career-readiness

events, and RIF employee tracking.

> Implement HR metrics at the corporate and site-level, and redesign the

organization's structure to accommodate headcount increase of 33%

within a six month period.

> Develop and manage change management communications plans, strategic

and sponsor roadmaps, coaching, training, and resistance management

plans.

> Manage transition to web-based Performance Management ERP, and

streamline the training process through assessment and evaluation

achieving 75% readiness by the go-live deadline.

> Administer web-based benefits open enrollment. Automated benefits

enrollment design project team member responsible for system testing

and compliance with the Affordable Care Act; achieved a 94% enrollment

rate by the deadline.

Human Resource Manager (multi-site) - Carlisle Construction Materials,

Wylie, TX 2010 - 2010

Carlisle Construction Materials is a recognized leader in the roofing

industry, and a diversified manufacturer of premium building products for

the commercial and residential construction markets. Strategic business

partner for five plants managing: Employee Relations, Compliance, Talent

Acquisition and Development, Benefits & Compensation.

> Manage compliance, employee relations, and serve as the organization

representative for Unemployment Hearings, Compliance Audits, Labor

Commission, and EEOC Charges.

> Overhaul compensation strategy, develop job bands, and update the

salary structure to support talent acquisition and retention goals.

Negotiate staffing agreements to increase the quality of hire by

including: Integrity, Dexterity, and Skills Assessments resulting in a

75% reduction in turnover.

> Manage corporate benefits transfer from a Preferred Provider

Organization (PPO) to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) including;

transition campaign and open enrollment; with an annual transition rate

of 78%.

> Chief employee relation officer for regional locations with oversight

for EEOC charges, Professional Employer Organization Audits, and

Workers Compensation Hearings. Revised employee handbooks and designed

electronic I-9 retention process. Team achieved 100% success with $0

awarded in penalties or lawsuits.

Human Resource Consultant - Yellow Roadway Companies Worldwide Inc.,

Irving, TX 2008 - 2010

Human Resource Business Partner - Roadway Express Inc., Irving, TX

2005 - 2008

YRC Worldwide is a Fortune 500 less-than-truckload carrier with local,

regional, national and international capabilities. Strategic consultant for

the merger of Yellow and Roadway Corporation with regional responsibilities

for 15 terminals, including facilities located in Mexico. Provided

generalist HR support for Labor and Employee Relations, Regulatory

Compliance, Change Management, Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP), Talent

Acquisition, and Benefits.

> Primary investigator for Labor and Employee Relations issues,

including: Harassment, Workplace Violence, and Discrimination.

Arbitration committee upheld 71% of terminations; $0 awarded in

penalties, lawsuits, or back-time pay.

> Design SWP initiatives using capabilities-driven workforce planning

methodologies to address projected shortages in the driver

classification; 30% conversion rate achieved.

> Co-negotiated labor agreements to garner significant concessions

including: 15% pay reduction, 75% pension payment reduction, vacation

concessions, and 15% reduction in the annual contractual merit.

> Improve safety awareness, which resulted in reduced lost time and

Workers Compensation claims, by incorporating safety training and hands-

on monitoring and investigation of all cases reported.

> Instructional design and facilitation for the following Roadway

University courses: Annual Labor Relations Training, Conflict

Resolution for Frontline Managers, and Respect and Emotional

Intelligence in the Workplace.

Marketing Analyst - Michaels Stores, Irving, TX

2003 - 2006

Michaels Stores is the nation's largest specialty retailer of arts and

crafts materials. Oversaw marketing campaigns and managed a broad range of

marketing functions for the webpage including: content development, email

campaigns, search engine optimization, online advertisements, Internet

promotions, and e-commerce.

Human Resources Leader - Sekots Consultants, Cedar Hill, TX

2000 - 2003

Sekots Consultants is a professional services firm that specializes in

helping organizations maintain a strategic advantage and strong corporate

culture by facilitating training in the areas of: Diversity, Leadership

Development, Team Building, and Cross-Functional communication.

> Train and guide over 300 employees in the areas of: Diversity,

Leadership, Teamwork, and Communication. Responsibilities included:

instructional design and facilitation.

Education

Argosy University, Master of Business Administration, Organizational

Leadership

Northwood University, Bachelor of Business Administration, Business

Administration and Marketing

Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) Certification

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