STEVEN VANN
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H U M A N R E S O U R C E S M A N A G E M E N T /HRBP/HR O P E R AT I O N S
A Performance-driven HR professional with 8 years of combined expertise in Human Resources management, recruiting,
corporate and employment laws, training and development. Strategy architect in the development of innovative HR initiatives to
maximize organizational opportunities. A creative thinker, problem solver and decision maker who effectively balances the needs
of employees with the mission of the organization. Strong communication, interpersonal relations, mentoring, negotiation and
organizational skills.
HR Proficiencies
HR Department Startup Industrial Operations Orientation & On-Boarding
Employee Relations Transportation Training & Development
Mediation & Advocacy Operations Performance Management
Continuous process IT Communications Employee Engagement
improvement Supply Chain Logistics Construction and
Talent Acquisition & Engineering
Retention
Selected Human Resources Accomplishments
• Restructured staffing and recruiting program for multiple locations across the country (Iraq) through the creation of a
streamlined hiring process, utilizing standardized posting and applicant review process which reduced backfill time by 50
percent.
• Hired as first ever Program HR Manager for a multi-billion dollar government project; managed and completed the
transition of 3500 employees 45 days ahead of schedule; maintaining organizational effectiveness.
• Entered an HR Manager position, managing a department with poorly established HR practices and low employee
confidence; revised department staff as well as policies and procedures; revised standard operating procedures in areas of
staffing and recruiting, employee relations, investigations, and HR data management and reporting.
• Revised HR Investigation processes, reducing investigation and administrative action timelines from 45 days to a
maximum of two weeks.
• Developed extensive cross training program within Human Resources department; allowing for greater flexibility of
HR Staff, and minimizing loss of department capability due to unforeseen turnover.
• Developed HR training for mid to senior level management, focusing on staffing and recruiting, progressive discipline
and performance evaluation, resulting in more effective hiring and promotion decision, as well as effective management of
employee performance.
Employment History
02/2013 – 10/2013 – Morley Moss Inc – HR Manager – Sunnyvale, TX
• Guided and managed the overall development and operation of Human Resources services, policies, and programs for a
mid-sized electrical contracting company. Provided HR Support to both Union and non-Union workforce, participated in
collective bargaining activities.
• Provided clarification and understanding by workforce of laws, regulations and organizational policies; provided
detailed clarification to Management staff and workforce as needed. Supported management by providing human resources
advice, counsel, and decisions; analyzing information and applications.
• Point of contact for all Employee Relations needs; conducted investigations into worker performance and behavioral
issues.
• Conducted Listening Sessions and Town Hall meetings to maintain positive employee relations.
• Maintenance of required documentation for Affirmative Action program and FMLA.
Employment History continued
02/2012 – 12/2012 Hitachi Consulting - Dallas Texas - Senior HR Specialist – (Temp)
• Responsible for the development of multiple internal HR reports, as well as external reports including EEO-1, Vet-
100A and Affirmative Action. Developed Process Narratives, providing detailed instruction in the objective, purpose and
process of creating regularly run reports, and trained outsourced company personnel in the regular completion of reports. .
• Oversaw our India based Human Resources team, providing guidance and direction in their day to day HR
responsibilities.
• Stress testing of existing processes to ensure their effectiveness and consistency and provides feedback where
adjustments are required.
10/2010 – 02/2012 - DynCorp Inc. Ft. Worth, Texas - Senior Human Resources Generalist
• Managed HR Operations for multi-site programs in 12 locations in five countries, totaling $400 million in value.
Business Partner for Sr. Program Management in the implementation of processes, policies and programs to ensure
business success.
• Developed and implemented training materials to Sr. Management covering HR policies and procedures in areas
including internal job posting, investigations and administrative actions, dress code compliance and termination
procedures.
• Addressed any and all HR related issues with personnel at remote locations regarding pay, insurance, and personnel
issues. Project leader in the identification, process development and resolution of system specific issues that affected
multiple projects.
• Responsible for onboarding and orientation of new personnel, development of position job descriptions and
responsibilities.
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10/2005-09/2010 – Kellogg Brown and Root – Balad, Iraq –Program Human Resources Manager
• Managed HR Operations for $2.3 billion logistics and services program supporting 6500 employees at 33 locations;
managing all aspects of HR administration including benefits, records retention, EEO/AA compliance, investigations,
compensation, HR Training, employee relations and employee engagement.
• Implemented performance management programs across multiple business units, including performance appraisals and
performance improvement plans; allowing for more effective planning of manpower usage.
• Managed talent acquisition team to identify staffing needs, managed day to day recruitment program; responsible for full
cycle hiring of 20-30 personnel per week.
• Investigated and resolved employee complaints, issues and concerns regarding employment practices originating from
various sources, including but not limited to grievances, Ethics & Compliance hotline calls, complaints, lawsuits, and
complaints filed with federal, state and local agencies as well as acted as company representation in Arbitration cases.
• Worked as Business Partner with Sr. Management in the development of employee training programs, succession
planning, job description development and front line supervisor training.
Education & Certifications
2005 - Barry University - Miami Shores, FL BS Political Science
KBR Human Resources Training – 2005 PeopleSoft Training – 2011
SAP Training – 2007 Lawson Training - 2012
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